Grounds

Soldon Manor is approached from a quiet country lane by a short gravel driveway, passing the old grass tennis court. Extending to about one and half acres in total the grounds include a walled and hedged rose and herb garden on the southern side of the house, with a seating area to catch the morning sun.

Immediately to the north of the house is a graveled courtyard with a table and chairs to seat fourteen, plus a barbecue, providing a sheltered outdoor spot for eating.

On the western side of the Manor is a young orchard and soft fruit garden, growing apples, pears, plums, cherries, greengages, gooseberries, red currants and white currants, which guests are very welcome to harvest in season. In addition the small paddock across the lane, which also belongs to the Manor, contains a variety of mature apple trees, both eaters and cookers. In high summer the hedgerows bordering the lane are full of blackberries, sloes, elderberries and crab apples.

To the north of the house, hidden within an enclosed graveled rose garden, is a large outdoor chess board. This is overlooked by a roofed loggia complete with table and benches and a barbecue, with beautiful views towards Bradworthy across the rolling countryside.

To the east of the house lies an expanse of flat lawn, perfect for ball games and croquet (a set is provided), with a rustic picnic table and benches set in one corner. Directly in front of the Manor lies a more formal flower garden with an area of lawn.