The Folly, Bratton Fleming

Property Summary
The Folly in Bratton Fleming (Devon) is a romantic riverside retreat. This holiday cottage offers luxurious holiday accommodation for up to two guests, ideal for a special occasion or if you just want to escape the pressures of everyday life and indulge yourself.

Main Description
The Folly in Bratton Fleming is part of a charming former mill, set in the valley beneath the village of Bratton Fleming in North Devon, tucked away down a meandering private lane.

Sleeps up to 2 guests
Spacious studio annexe
Open-plan kitchen, living area and bedroom
Attached to a charming former mill on the edge of Exmoor in North Devon
Set beside a trout stream with large garden
White Company bed linen and towels are provided
Electricity, heating and wifi included
Dogs welcome (2 max) for £15 supplement per dog
Arrive from 3 pm
Depart by 10 am

Large glazed double doors open into an open-plan living area, beautifully furnished with antiques and sumptuous fabrics. The well-equipped studio kitchen is situated in the corner, with circular table and chairs nearby, plus a comfortable sofa. The bathroom has a double ended roll top bath, a Victorian chandelier with dimmer, a circular blue and white porcelain Georgian washstand (plumbed in!) with double handed pitcher beneath and toilet.

The Folly shares a private drive with two further holiday properties. Each property has it's own parking area and gardens, but they are not enclosed.

Appliances and equipment
The kitchen is compact yet well-equipped and includes a ceramic hob (two rings), a combination oven/microwave/grill and larder fridge with freezer compartment. Other equipment includes toaster, kettle, a selection of cookware and kitchen utensils plus beautiful china, glass and cutlery.
The television, DVD, and radio are all discreetly placed.
Wifi is available throughout the property.
An iron, ironing board and hair dryer are all provided for your convenience.
Please note, there is no mobile phone reception due to the location of the property.

Electricity and heating
Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. The Folly has central heating which will be programmed for you, yet can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Linen and towels
Beautiful White Company bed linen, duvets, large fluffy towels are provided for your convenience, but please bring your own outdoor/beach towels.

Other provisions
Tea, coffee and sugar will be provided. There may also be other non-perishable items like a salt, pepper and oil available.
Household sundries such as toilet rolls, washing-up liquid, tea towels will also be provided.

Outside the property
There is a large lawn beside The Folly, bordered on one side by the stream. The garden is available for guests’ sole use, however please note that it is not enclosed. There is a patio area directly beside the property, with a small table, two chairs and a built in barbecue. Wooden sun loungers with comfortable cushions are provided so you can relax and truly unwind listening to the stream in this peaceful spot.

Parking
There is parking for two cars beside The Folly.

Dogs
Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement (maximum of 2). A supplementary fee of £15 will be added to your invoice per dog. Please do not allow you dogs on the furniture, and do not leave them alone in the property at any time.

Smoking
Strictly no smoking.

Arrival and departure
The property will be ready from 3 pm on the day of your arrival. Please depart by 10 am on the last day of your stay. Please leave the property clean and tidy so that we can guarantee it will be ready on time for our next guests.

Changeover days
The Folly in Bratton Fleming is available for week-long bookings and short breaks, minimum stay is 3 nights.

Getting here
The final 200 yards down to Bratton Mill is a private, unmade farm track — stone and earth, uneven and potholed, dropping steeply into the valley. An ordinary car manages fine year-round if driven slowly; it is not suitable for low-slung or sports cars, and the track can damage bumpers, rims and exhausts if taken too fast. There is a drainage ditch to cross slowly and square-on, and Mill Lane itself is single-track with passing places, so expect to reverse for oncoming traffic. In snow or ice the track can be difficult or impassable. After prolonged heavy rain the stream can cross the lane — if the weather has been severe, please ring us before you travel. The turning is easy to miss: look for the Bratton Mill Farm sign, not "Drive", and please follow the directions we send rather than a sat nav alone.

Indoor Description
The kitchen is compact yet well-equipped and includes a ceramic hob (two rings), a combination oven/microwave/grill and larder fridge with freezer compartment. Other equipment includes toaster, kettle, a selection of cookware and kitchen utensils plus beautiful china, glass and cutlery.
The television, DVD, and radio are all discreetly placed.
Wifi is available throughout the property.
An iron, ironing board and hair dryer are all provided for your convenience.
Please note, there is no mobile phone reception due to the location of the property.

Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. The Folly has central heating which will be programmed for you, yet can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Beautiful White Company bed linen, duvets, large fluffy towels are provided for your convenience, but please bring your own outdoor/beach towels.

Tea, coffee and sugar will be provided. There may also be other non-perishable items like a salt, pepper and oil available.
Household sundries such as toilet rolls, washing-up liquid, tea towels will also be provided.

Outdoor Description
There is a large lawn beside The Folly, bordered on one side by the stream. The garden is available for guests’ sole use, however please note that it is not enclosed. There is a patio area directly beside the property, with a small table, two chairs and a built in barbecue. Wooden sun loungers with comfortable cushions are provided so you can relax and truly unwind listening to the stream in this peaceful spot.

Parking
Follow the drive down to The Folly, you will see a sign indicating the parking area when you get to the yard. Please note the final approach is down the private unmade track described in the property description — take it slowly, and note it is not suitable for low-slung vehicles.

Pets Description
This has not been completed by the owner.

Restricted mobility
This has not been completed by the owner.

Exit in case of emergency
This has not been completed by the owner.

Christmas / New Year
This has not been completed by the owner.

The region

Bratton Fleming is a small village on the edge of Exmoor National Park, set in the lovely Bray valley between Barnstaple and South Molton.

This is a peaceful, well-placed base for exploring both the wild Exmoor moorland and the spectacular North Devon coastline. The village sits on the A399 between Barnstaple (8 miles) and Blackmoor Gate, the crossroads at the heart of Exmoor, making it easy to head in any direction for walking, beaches, or sightseeing.

Village Amenities

Bratton Fleming has a traditional village pub -- The White Hart Inn -- serving food and drink, a parish church, and a village hall that hosts occasional events. The award-winning Exmoor Zoo is based right here in the village, attracting visitors from across the region.

Nearby Shopping

The nearest shops and supermarkets are in Barnstaple (8 miles), which has Tesco, Sainsbury's, and a range of independent shops around its historic Pannier Market. South Molton (7 miles) is a handsome market town with good independent shops, a butcher, and everyday essentials. Both towns are an easy 15-minute drive.

For a wider range of shopping, Barnstaple is the main town for North Devon and has most high street stores, banks, and services.