Cottages (Bed & Breakfast Option)
Black Duck Farm Cottages are set in a private location within the 20-acre property, each self-contained and take full advantage of the wonderful views and serene environment. Initially planned a built to provide additional separate accommodation for family & friends for recreational visits and/or support accommodation for growing children or ageing parents (i.e. granny flat), and also the future potential of providing Bed & Breakfast income.
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The Cottages are quaint and beautifully appointed and fully furnished in an open plan style. Each Cottage is thoughtfully themed and decorated – One Aegean style, in cool blue & white, and the other Tuscan style in rich & warm ochre. Carefully placed with access to the main house, they each offer total privacy, are peaceful & tranquil and perfect for a romantic retreat or relaxing get-away.
Sleeping accommodation in each support 2-4 adults, either in a king bed (Aegean) or queen bed (Tuscan), with additional sleeping via a deluxe foldout double bed settee.
The large bathrooms are spacious and bright and offer either a spa bath and overhead shower (Aegean) or double shower (Tuscan). The lounge area is compact but very comfortable and the small kitchenettes are well stocked with everything needed for a short getaway. Facilities include split system heating/cooling and a free-standing oil heater, a flat screen TV/DVD, a bar fridge, toaster & sandwich maker, kettle & Nespresso coffee machine.
Both Cottages have sliding glass doors that open on to a small courtyard area where you can take advantage of the outdoors. On warm summer evenings a small Webber BBQ provides outdoor cooking and you can relax in the comfy chairs and enjoy a glass of wine (or two. Both cottages offer amazing views of the rolling hills and a private garden area to wander and embrace the peace and tranquillity.
The Cottages have both been utilised for personal use for family/friends visiting and for rental as Bed & Breakfast units. Previous guest has been highly impressed with the facilities and complimentary of their quality, decor and the magnificent setting. Guests books and feedback comments reflect this sentiment along with the ongoing return of ‘regular’ guests, some of whom have returned year after year. They have frequently been used for wedding couples and parties (some also using the gardens also for photo’s). On lovely young couple who viewed the cottages and were so taken by the property and views, requested to hold their wedding event on the property; it was an amazing event for over 80 guests under a stunning white Marquee.