Built in 1963 this unique property is designed on the American ranch style home with a lower ground floor, covered front porch, patio and seasonal heated swimming pool. Having undergone a full renovation it is now ready for guests. Surrounded by gardens, fields and woods, Fernwood is the ideal place for a peaceful, relaxing family holiday.
Seasonal variations:
Until 22 Mar 2025 logs will be provided for the wood burner and open fire.
22nd Mar - 1st Nov 2025 the heated pool is available.
1st Nov - 21st March 2026 logs will be provided for the wood burner and open fire.
The space
Facilities:
There is a large open plan living space, with lounge, dining area and kitchen, ideal for those family gatherings, with amazing views down the valley to the hills beyond Totnes. There is another large living /games/ TV room downstairs with wide french doors opening onto the level lawn to the front of the house. There is no need to go further afield . Apart from the heated swimming pool, in the downstairs lounge you will find a pool table, darts board and various games for all ages. Explore the small lanes nearby or simply sit back, relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and great views.
Property layout:
This is a spacious property on two levels based on an American ranch style home with walkout basement. As the property was built on a hill the entrance, to the rear of the property, is at ground level, whilst the lower level to the front is also at ground level. Within the house there is a door to the stairs (which are narrower than usual) leading to the lower floor. There is also another outside flight of stairs leading from the covered porch to the lower french doors.
Upper level:
From the parking area, the entrance lobby leads into the upperspace with mahogany floor, comfortable dining for 8 -10 guests, large fully fitted kitchen and living area with sofa, chairs and TV, baby grand piano and wood burner. This triple aspect room benefits from a large picture window with amazing views overlooking the lawn below, the surrounding countryside with fields, horses and the occasional train winding its way down the valley. From the dining area, there is a door leading to the inner hall with bedrooms and family bathroom/shower room. From the ensuite bedroom there are french doors leading onto the patio with barbeque and swimming pool beyond. Also from the lounge area, there are french doors leading onto a porch, ideal for those lazy morning breakfasts, watching the wildlife in the trees. Outside steps lead from this balcony to the ground floor below.
Lower level:
From this upper lounge level, you will find a door opening to the stairs leading to the downstairs area. Here you will find a stone fire place, extra large TV, sofas, pool table, air hockey table and small bar. There is also a designated darts area with children’s games as well as competition dart board. French doors lead onto the lawn to the front of the property.
From this lounge/games area, a door leads to the large fourth bedroom with comfortable seating and king sized double bed and another leads to a utility/boot room with washing machine, additional fridge freezer, sink, back entrance door and shower room with toilet.
Outside:
Seasonal variations:
- 1st Nov 2024 to 22 Mar 25 a basket of logs will be provided for the wood burner and open fire.
- 22nd Mar - 1st Nov 2025 the heated pool is available.
In the grounds of the property there are many lawned areas, as well as a patio with barbeque, and terraced pool area. Here you will find a large area with ceramic tiling, solar and air source heated 4x10m pool, loungers, tables and wall lighting. The pool is heated by a bank of solar pipes as-well as a air source heat pump to maintain the heat. It is necessary to keep the solar blanket on the pool to retain heat and must be replaced after swimming each evening. If the blanket is not replaced, we cannot guarantee the level of heating will be maintained. There are steps up to the pool area from the patio.
Guest access
You will have sole access to the whole house, front lawn and pool area (when open). Please note there is land beyond the house which is restricted. Access up the drive and past the house will be used. This won’t disturb your stay.
Other things to note:
Wifi throughout the property and across the pool area.
Narrow stairs: please note the inner stairs are quite narrow.
No smoking or vaping in the property
No pets allowed due to the mahogany floors and pool liner.
No events without permission
No stag / hen parties
