Carrington Farmhouse

About

Carrington Farmhouse (sleeps eight guests and dog-friendly) is a dashingly handsome Grade II listed holiday home. It’s just a few minutes’ stroll from the village centre, with award-winning restaurants, cafes, artisan shops and takeaways just moments from your door. The house is full of character, with subtle period details weaving their way through every room. Soft hues against white walls with traditional painted tongue and groove panelling give this beautifully restored house plenty of vintage verve, but with a contemporary country style and all the creature comforts you could wish for.

The grandeur of the house offers sociable living areas that enable friends and family to gather together or have the space to spread out and unwind. Sink into squishy sofas in the formal lounge, or let the sunlight pour in through the garden-view sun room. The dining room, with its beamed ceiling, chunky flagstone floor and wood-burning stove, sets the scene for long chatty suppers and games nights, while the farmhouse kitchen is well kitted out for you to whip up something tasty to eat.

There are four beautifully arranged bedrooms (two king-size and two doubles), each with its own style and original appeal. Quality furnishings, paired with pretty bedding featuring plump pillows and layers of texture, combine to make guests look forward to lazy mornings under the covers after a blissful sleep. It’s also worth mentioning the two bathrooms. One flaunts a walk-in rainfall shower for invigorating starts, and the other radiates romantic nostalgia with its roll-top bath, perfect for a lovely pamper after a day exploring the coast and countryside.

Outside, the private garden is simple yet perfectly kept, striking a balance between functionality and aesthetics. It offers plenty of space for children to let off steam and dogs to play, alfresco dining on the patio, or a celebratory glass or two of fizz as the sun sets.

If you’re coming with extra family and friends who want their own space but remain close by, consider booking Carrington Stables next door. It has also been restored to reinstate its quintessential cottage charm with a contemporary twist. It sleeps four guests plus a furry friend or two. Together, they create a grand staycation destination.