The School House + Garden Rooms | House in Okehampton
5 Bedroom House in Coryton, Okehampton
An early Victorian school house, in the care of the present owner since 1979. This house has been sensitively restored and artistically extended, and is set in its own orchard and garden of over an acre.
A place to restore energy and refresh. There is a sense of well being and contentment which comes from staying in a beautiful house, rooted in the Devon countryside. Trips to Dartmoor, north Cornwall and a brace of historic towns will enliven any stay.
This exceptionally comfortable property combines the charm of the country with beautiful design. The accommodation comprises three cleverly-connected segments, two historic, one contemporary.
The whole house is extremely light. The original Victorian wing comprises a large drawing room, over which is the master bedroom, with room for a cot at the end of the room, with en suite shower and bath. At the back of the house, handmade terracotta tiles lead to an antique wash room and separate laundry room.
The spacious kitchen inhabits the old infants room, and is beautifully equipped with antique chairs and carved walnut table. The Aga is backed up by a Miele induction top cooker.
There is a walk in larder. A second front door leads into a hall way with butler’s pantry off it and up a step into the drawing room of the new extension. This is tall and airy, providing 2 bedrooms, one en suite bathroom, one separate bathroom.
The upstairs bedroom with basin has an open mezzanine area beside it, provides a private dedicated space to work or for a toddler to sleep in, overlooking the orchard and terraced lawns. Every bathroom has underfloor heating and the showers are powerful.
There is plenty of space to sit and eat on the temple or lie outside in the garden. Open fires can be lit in both sitting rooms, one is a music room with piano, perfect for afternoon tea or evening drinks.
Initially the building was simply two original Victorian School rooms, which served me well while I was a potter. Over the years the house has evolved with the addition of an architecturally designed wing giving us an unusual, spacious and happy family home.
In 2024, we introduced the Garden Rooms (15 meters from the main house) a romantic building composed of two bedrooms and one bathroom.
The garden is nearly an acre with an orchard leading into a secret garden with three large terraces. The views over the valley are exceptional, as they were in the 17th Century.
Guests abiding memory is of the tranquility of this hidden corner of Devon, the stillness and quality of sleep and the dramatic sunset views from the garden across the valley.
Please note that we do not allow pets.
No smoking in the property.
The School House + Garden Rooms is located in Coryton. The School House + Garden Rooms provides accommodation, featuring Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, Guest Services, among other amenities. This House features Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, Guest Services, to make your stay a comfortable one.
The School House + Garden Rooms has 5 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have rated it 2, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Coryton has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Coryton, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Bathtub or shower
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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3+ bathrooms
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Toilet paper
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5 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Living room
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Fireplace
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Spices
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Dishwasher
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Refrigerator
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Toaster
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Microwave
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Oven
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Electric kettle
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Stovetop
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Washing machine
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Laundry facilities
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Beach sun loungers
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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DVD player
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Games
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Books
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TV with cable/satellite service
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Stereo
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Video games
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Unit size: 1930 sq ft (179 sq m)
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French
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English
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Italian
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Desk
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Desk chair
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Playground
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Highchair
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Children's books
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Children's games
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Children's toys
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Stair gate
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Iron/ironing board
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Phone
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Free WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps
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Patio
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
