Across the Pond (Part 1): A Farmhouse in Devon

We spent the most lovely weekend with our extended family of 19 nestled at this lovely farmhouse,

Deer’s Leap Retreat, in the Devon countryside.  
Built in 1834, this home had lovely rustic beams, large fireplaces, a gorgeous dining room and a dark green Aga in the kitchen.  

We were greeted by homemade scones and Devonshire clotted cream.  My family, coming from Cornwall would argue it isn’t as nice as Cornish Cream Teas which we will have later this week.  But the American contingent thought it was lovely:
Can you smell those lovely, buttery scones?!?
The scenery has been breathtaking.  Gorgeous woods to walk in
The smell of English roses in the garden
Our family had so much fun playing tennis and bouncing on the trampoline.  The boys loved running around the garden with their cousins.  You all know how much Conor loves his bubbles and his sweet little cousin:
The hot tub for eight and sauna was big hit. So relaxing to sit in the gorgeous garden and catch up with everyone.
John loved the horses and got to visit them at the stables:
The boys have also enjoyed exploring one or two phone boxes:
But the best part has been spending time with our family.  I think we’d all agree with that:
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Katie Cook
11 years ago

Seriously this is beautiful! I just adore the English countryside!!!

Jennifer@The Chronicles of Home

What a special trip! Hope you’re having a great time 🙂

Kristin@bliss-athome.com
11 years ago

So dreamy! I would love to take that trip 🙂 xo Kristin

Lauren Davison
11 years ago

what a beautiful house! thanks for sharing!

Danielle
11 years ago
Reply to  Lauren Davison

Such a lovely spot, Lauren! x

Cynthia
11 years ago

Such a beautiful and touching post. The boys are so cute and the bubble blowing seemed to have some major concentration going on. Priceless!

Cynthia

voices
11 years ago

What wonderful memories for the boys! You’ve got to get that photo in the phone booth framed!

Danielle
11 years ago
Reply to  voices

They are loving it. Yes, I need to frame that one! x

Leena Milligan Lanteigne

How wonderful! Love the flowers, cow and that phone booth is spectacular! Looks as though everybody is having a great time! Enjoy! Hugs, Leena

beachcomber
11 years ago

so beautiful! must be great to catch up with family.
x

fiona anderson
11 years ago

I’ve been to Devon, it’s such a beautiful place (never quite made it to Cornwall) – thanks for sharing your wonderful holiday pics, it looks like you’re having a great time. x

Bronwyn
11 years ago

What a lovely environment for a family get-together. We are taking our family to Normandy, France next summer for the same kind of family vacation. I hope our rental home turns out as welcoming as yours was!