TAKE A BREAK

If you’re thinking of taking a well deserved later summer or autumn break, consider the options.

Book a holiday abroad with the hassle of arranging flights or ferry and organsing transport to and from the airport. Then you’ve got to pay for parking. OR you can explore some of the stunning English countryside which many of us seem to ignore.

Okay, the weather might be a trifle unpredictable or you might need to put a waterproof jacket or umbrella in the back of the car but just spare a few moments to took at the following website before making any snap decisions: www.threeacrescountryhouse.co.uk

From personal knowledge we can guarantee that Edward and Julie Christian run a little B&B gem called Three Acres Country House at Brushford on the edge of Exmoor and we know you won’t be disappointed with the first class accommodation. You can be sure of a warm welcome and a friendly atmosphere, breakfast choices to die for– not surprising that Three Acres was voted Taste of the West Bed & Breakfast of the Year in 2008 an 2009.

The beautifully appointed bedrooms have huge beds and each room is individually styled with comfort in mind. And yes, there’s a bar in the cosy, welcoming lounge which has an open fire and piles of books and magazines should you decide to stay in doors.

The small town of Dulverton is only a couple of miles away and Edward and Julie’s recommendations of a variety of high quality eating places will not disappoint. Let them book for you in advance and save you the worry.

The six-bedroom country house is an ideal base to get out and about Exmoor by car, on foot, cycle or even horseback. Edward and Julie will point you in the right direction.