In the heart of Hawkchurch, 200 yards from the village inn, is this detached single-storey cottage well converted from an artist's studio. Smart and stylish, it is a pretty cottage for small families or couples to explore East Devon. French windows lead you from the patio into your bright and airy open plan living space with seating area with big white leather sofa and multi-fuel burner, dining area and fitted kitchen. Head up a few steps to the bedrooms and smart bathroom with romantic roll top bath. The sunny patio has outdoor furniture beside your lovely lawn with small unfenced wildlife pond. There's another little lawn to the side where you can stretch out on the loungers. The owner has poultry in the adjoining paddock and eggs and organic veg may be available in season. This is a great location for touring Devon and Dorset beyond this pretty village. The Jurassic Coast is fun for fossil hunting at Lyme Regis, Axminster is home to the River Cottage and Forde Abbey House and Gardens are splendid. Puffin Cottage is a dear little base for enjoying the lovely landscape and soaking up the peace.