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Northmoor House |
Dulverton, Devon, England |
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Nestled in woodland at the edge of the Barle valley in Exmoor National Park, Northmoor House comfortably sleeps 24. Set in beautiful gardens and park, amongst oak woodlands and where wild red deer roam, it is ideal for reunions and family holidays. Northmoor exudes a relaxed, romantic atmosphere come rain or shine. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| House / Villa |
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Property Setting:
| Village / Rural |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Family / Sports & activity / Culture |
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Bedrooms:
| 14 |
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Guests:
| 24 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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Built in 1856 by the owner of a large lead works in newly industrialised Newcastle, Northmoor still proudly fulfils its original vocation and offers a perfect rural retreat to relax and enjoy oneself.
Sensitively restored, the house is little altered since Victorian times and many original features make Northmoor a fascinating place to stay and explore. The billiards room, along with table tennis, darts and table football will provide plenty of indoor entertainment. A disabled access bathroom and bedroom downstairs, and no steps throughout the ground floor, mean that Northmoor can be enjoyed by all. The river Barle is only a short walk from the main house and you will be ideally placed to explore the Exmoor National Park. The picturesque town of Dulverton is just 1.5 miles and can be reached without using the road - perfect for cream teas! |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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The clear waters of the Barle are only a short walk from the main house and intrepid explorers will find themselves ideally placed to explore the surrounding area on foot. The picturesque town of Dulverton is just 1.5 miles, and can be reached without using the road, perfect for a cream tea. Dulverton also offers a Co-Op, butchers, take away, Chemists, library and local information. Local stables offer beautiful riding opportunities and we have ¾ mile private double bank fishing on the Barle. Exmoor National Park is famous for its heather moorland, wooded river valleys, wild living Exmoor Ponies and herds of wild Red Deer. From Northmoor, you will find open moorland and ponies within a ten minute drive and one of the most famous river valleys on your doorstep. The coast is half an hour away, via a sight seeing tour of the Park. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| Detailed driving directions provided on booking. |
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Nearest airports:
| Exeter 37 |
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Nearest train station:
| Tiverton Parkway 22 |
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Nearest bus stop:
| Dulverton |
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Car Hire:
| Optional |
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Nearest beach:
| 20 miles |
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Nearest shop:
| 1.5 miles |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Name |
Melinda Nicholson |
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Contact Phone No. |
01398 323720 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Birdwatching / Cycling / Fishing / Horse Riding / Walking
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Interior Facilities |
CD Player / Cot / Highchair / Dishwasher / DVD player / Internet Access / Linen provided / Log Fire / Telephone / Television / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
The house maintains its Victorian character throughout whilst providing ample modern conveniences for a luxurious stay. There are five double rooms, six twin singles and two single rooms, with seven bathrooms and two additional toilets. This includes a disabled access bathroom and bedroom downstairs. The lack of any steps on the ground floor means that Northmoor can be enjoyed by all.
The large kitchen has a gas cooker alongside an Aga, with two dishwashers, microwave, large fridge freezer with automatic ice making facility, food processor and ample pots, pans and utensils.
Three games rooms with Snooker, pool, table football and table tennis will provide plenty of entertainment. Outside, there is a croquet lawn and small football pitch.
The dining room seats 24, and the two large reception rooms can be opened up for a party, or provide a cosy sitting room for evenings in front of the television. A DVD and CD player are provided. There is also a small library for peace and quiet!
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Exterior Facilities |
BBQ / Garden / Garden Furniture / Parking / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
The extensive well tended gardens, with two large wall gardens and the remains of impressive Victorian greenhouses are for your private enjoyment. Outdoor furniture, large barbeque and wood burning patio heater supplied. Wild Red Deer frequent the gardens and park, and the adjoining ancient Sessile Oak woodlands are a designated area of Special Scientific Interest.
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Further Details |
Northmoor House was built for John Locke in 1856 on a site reputedly chosen by his bride. His family was from Newcastle upon Tyne, where they were partners in a firm called Locke and Blackett, a large lead works on the banks of the Tyne. By the 1870s the Lockes had sold the estate to Sir Frederick Wills and his family, who had a large interest in a tobacco firm in Bristol. They built the new stable block in 1874. The original stables were at the back door of the house, complete with clock tower, but these fell into disrepair and were eventually demolished in the 1950s. The Wills also built more staff accommodation, the Gardeners Cottage and buildings at Kennel farm. In 1926 the estate was sold again, to Colonel Edward Clayton. His son, David, lived here until 1994 when he moved to Kennel farm, and ran a business making all-terrain Supercat vehicles in the stable yard. He died in 2004. In 1994, the estate was sold to Tom Yandle, a local farmer, who then sold the house and 100 acres to the present owners, Ralph and Suzanne Nicholson. The house was refurbished to the present holiday let.
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Conditions of
Rental |
Please see our website for a copy of the booking conditions.
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Other Information |
Child Friendly / Pet Friendly / Short breaks available
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What visitors have said about Northmoor House |
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This weekend has given us a genuine insight into how these Victorians lived. To say the house is awesome is an understatement, its decor, originality and history makes it so unique. An amazing house! Celebrating my 40th Birthday here has been the best birthday anyone could want for.
A. Brewington, Bristol, Jul 2010 
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