Perfect for a pet-loving foursome, this characterful cottage sits in the heart of the Teign Valley, just 5 miles from the coast and within a mile of a nature reserve. A large conservatory and garden add all-season appeal.
Located on a quiet residential street within 400 metres of shops where you can stock up on self-catering essentials, this period property has the bonus of private parking. Inside, original oak beams and exposed stone walls complement all the creature comforts; head straight into the cosy lounge, where soft seating invites you to stretch out with the dogs at your feet and watch TV. There’s plenty of floor space for the pets to follow you into the dining room, for less formal food and drinks there’s a smaller table in the chic kitchen. With cane furniture and garden views, the conservatory is another comfortable space in which to enjoy down-time with the dogs. Once they’re settled, follow the stairs to choose your own bedroom. One has a super-king-size zip-and-link bed, which can be made up as twins on request and has exclusive use of the family bathroom, while the second is a king-size room with its own en-suite shower room. Typical of this style of terraced property, the rear garden here is long and enclosed, so pets can play safely. Relax on the patio or dine at the picnic table on the lawn. There is lots of seasonal planting for the pups to sniff out.
A garden gate leads to stream-side footpath – walk one way to the local pub and the other way to Kingsteignton’s picturesque church and mill. On the south of town, Hackney Marshes Local Nature Reserve is a lovely green space for tail-wagging walks, and for a change of terrain Teignmouth’s River Beach is dog-friendly all-year-round. Stover Country Park (5 miles) is on the outskirts of Newton Abbot and has more than 100 acres to sniff out.