The School House
A restored Victorian schoolhouse in the heart of rural Devon offering friends and family a relaxed country stay
- 5 bedrooms
- 4 bathrooms
£150-550 per night
Please note that the minimum stay for this property is 4 nights
The School House is owned and managed by Joanna Bird.
You can ask a question or make a booking request directly with Joanna Bird.
Highlights
- There’s an acre of flourishing gardens, scattered with fruit trees in the orchard, secret terraces and beautiful wildflower meadows.
- It has two comfy living areas and a modern kitchen, along with three double/twin bedrooms with room for up to six people.
- Rooms are finished with a designer country charm and include open fires, hand-carved antiques and a classic Aga cooker.
- Explore Devon’s stunning scenery, visiting the dramatic Dartmoor landscapes or the breath-taking Cornish beaches.
You should know
- Mobile phone signals may vary here but there is WIFI and a landline to keep you connected.
- The School House is in a peaceful rural hamlet; a car is recommended to make the most of the local area.
- You can book either the school house (for up to 7 guests) or the school house + garden rooms (for up to 11 guests) if preferred. It will cost £120 per night if the garden rooms are unlocked.
Retreat to this charming country idyll in the heart of rural Devon to discover a restored Victorian schoolhouse. Surrounded by whimsical wildflower meadows and vibrant, rolling pastures, The School House is a peaceful sanctuary where you can indulge in classic country endeavours. Ramble through the flourishing valleys and cycle through the lanes, picnicking in the long, wild grasses and watching the blissful sunsets fade. Children will love the sense of adventure and the enchanting rural gardens, while grown-ups will cherish the absolute luxury of time away with loved ones.
The School House is nestled in the sublime hamlet of Coryton, just a few miles from Okehampton on the northern edge of Dartmoor. Fusing two historic stone classrooms with a designer oak addition, it is a cultured and luxurious space for groups of up to six people. Enjoy the diverse selection of books and artistic presentation of every room, traditional furniture and original wooden floors throughout. Beautiful windows frame the captivating views and let the warm natural light flood into the depths of every room.
Socialise in its open spaces or slip away for a moment’s reflection, holding pre-dinner drinks in the drawing room or wandering off through the secret garden. There are two large living areas with roaring open fires, where you can curl up in the armchairs or play a concerto on the piano. Fill the pantries and larders with sumptuous local produce, cooking in the spacious, family kitchen with its mod-cons and traditional Aga cooker.
Three indulgent bedrooms finish the accommodation and include the master and two gorgeous doubles. Each has been furnished with plush beds and crisp, white linen and have an array of hand-carved bedsteads, rustic dressers and well-loved writing tables.The master bedroom is in the old part of the house, it has twin beds and its own en suite bathroom. The double rooms sit in the new part of the building, with one having an en suite shower, and the other having easy access to a bathroom with shower and bath. In 2024, the owners introduced the Garden Rooms (15 meters from the main house), a romantic building composed of two bedrooms and one bathroom.
Step out beyond the schoolhouse to listen to the tranquil sounds of nature, exploring your three private terraces and delightful tiered gardens. There’s an established orchard and open pastures just beyond your door, as well as exciting cycling tracks and dramatic walking trails. Visit nearby Dartmoor and its mysterious, craggy moors or head towards the coast to see Cornwall’s golden, sandy shores. There are magnificent gardens and striking castles to keep everyone entertained, including The Lost Gardens of Heligan and the famous Eden Project.
Features
Essential
- Family Friendly
- Internet / Wi-Fi
- Heating
- No Dogs
- No Smoking
Living Spaces
- Games/Books
Bed/Bath
- Bath
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Towels (bath)
- Towels (beach)
Tech
- DVD Player
- Satellite TV/Freeview
- Stereo music system
- Television
Outside
- BBQ
- Garden/Outdoor Space
Also Available
£150-550 per night
Please note that the minimum stay for this property is 4 nights
Availability
The School House is owned and managed by Joanna Bird.
You can ask a question or make a booking request directly with Joanna Bird.
