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Delightful Cottage, indoor pool, family/pet friendly, access to beaches & moors

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Outdoor dining
Indoor Heated Swimming Pool
Sitting Room
sitting room
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Heated pool
    Swim in comfort year-round in the heated pool, a rare find in this location.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Ipplepen, England
  • Place, Compton Castle
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Cockington Country Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Decoy Country Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Delightful Cottage, indoor pool, family/pet friendly, access to beaches & moors

Quiet location surrounded by lovely views towards the South Hams. The end of a row, this spacious well designed barn conversion overlooks the courtyard and rolling hills of the South Hams, offering well appointed self catering accommodation. Ideally located for the beach yet benefiting from all the features of a country cottage, this family orientated property cannot fail to please on all levels with heated indoor pool and quality recreational facilities, shared games room with free Wi-Fi, pool table, table tennis, table football and a collection of toys for younger guests. Shared outdoor play area with swings and climbing frame.. This is a well-equipped farmhouse-style kitchen and dining area with slate floor. Ample sitting room with wood burning stove. The first floor has a double bedroom with a 5ft double bed and a twin bedded room, both have flat screen free view TV and en-suite shower room/WC. Outside is a private patio area with comfortable garden furniture and barbecue for alfresco dining. The cottage also has a very handy rear access to the swimming pool complex. A well behaved dog is accepted in this cottage. Ideally located for Dartmoor, The English Riviera of Torbay and the magical golden beaches of South Devon's coastline are nearby, including Totnes, Paignton and its well known zoo, Brixham, Dartington,Teignmouth an attractive seaside town with promenade, sandy beach and pier, Dartmouth with its busy, picturesque harbour, castle, boutique shops and galleries, Torquay having a palm-lined promenade, seafront gardens, crazy golf and various other amusements, harbour, beaches and many pavement cafes, pubs, restaurants and nightlife. Family attractions include Crealy Adventure Park and Woodlands Adventure Park.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
One well behaved pet is permitted in Chaffinch
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests are requested to respect their neighbours on the site, in particular to noise levels after 11pm.
Maximum number of guests is 4

Important information

You need to know

Property # 6935956
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Newton Abbot

Located in Newton Abbot, this cottage is in the city centre and in the mountains. While the natural beauty of Dartmoor National Park and South Devon can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Brixham Harbour. Travelling with kids? Consider Newton Abbot Leisure Centre, or check out an event or a game at Torquay United FC. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and rock climbing nearby.
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Map
Ipplepen, England

What's nearby

  • Compton Castle - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Cockington Country Park - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Decoy Country Park - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Torre Abbey - 15 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Paignton Beach - 16 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Paignton Station - 13 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Albert Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Curator Cafe & Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Silver Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Totnes Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Food For Thought - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Delightful Cottage, indoor pool, family/pet friendly, access to beaches & moors have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Delightful Cottage, indoor pool, family/pet friendly, access to beaches & moors pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Delightful Cottage, indoor pool, family/pet friendly, access to beaches & moors?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Delightful Cottage, indoor pool, family/pet friendly, access to beaches & moors?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Delightful Cottage, indoor pool, family/pet friendly, access to beaches & moors?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Delightful Cottage, indoor pool, family/pet friendly, access to beaches & moors located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Compton Castle, Newton Abbot Leisure Centre, and Decoy Country Park. Cockington Country Park and Totnes Castle are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming, quiet location

This was an immaculate cottage in a really tranquil setting. It was really lovely to get up and walk the dog in the early morning mist. The cottage was well equipped and really handy for Totnes and Dartington. The beds were really comfy too.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2023
So pleased you liked Chaffinch Cottage and found the location both peaceful and conveniently placed - it’s a good country to coast location. Thank you for your lovely review.
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10/10 Excellent

kevin s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely,quiet and perfect

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay the cottage was faultless, quiet and peaceful everything in cottage you could want,added bonus of swimming pool and games room, would definitely stay here again if we chose to stay in that part of Devon in the future, thank you for the use of your great cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
So pleased you enjoyed your stay at Chaffinch Cottage. Thank you for your lovely comments.
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10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

The gîte is exceptionally well organized, very clean and with good quality equipment. The swimming pool is a luxury after walking on Dartmoor or the coastal paths.. Any problems are quickly answered and dealt with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2022
I'm so pleased you found the cottage comfortable, providing you with everything you needed and were able to make good use of the pool after exploring the lovely countryside and coastline. I hope your journey home to France went according to plan. Kind regards Rosemary
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10/10 Excellent

Gaynor Sargeson

Lovely comfortable holiday cottage

Lovely place to stay very clean, we had a lovely welcome pack when we arrived. Our dog was even thought of with a basket under the sink containing a bowl, biscuits, poop bags and a cable so you could fasten your dog up while you sit outside. The swimming pool and games room were fantastic, we swam every day until unfortunately they closed it for maintenance work which was very disappointing and I feel could have been done before the season started. Having said this the place is brilliant and the owners very helpful. We booked through home and away I wouldn't recommend them, we had no information from them at all we had to get in touch with the owners to get the pass code for the key which the agents should have given us before our holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
Thank you for choosing Chaffinch Cottage for your holiday. I'm pleased you had a good time. Many apologies for the closure of the pool on your last day. The problem with the pool liner where it was beginning to lift from the steps became apparent in May The pool fitting company advised against leaving remedial action until the end of the season as the problem may spread. I'm sorry you didn't receive instructions via HomeAway, they do prompt owners to send information, I have checked my emails and see I did send details via email on 16 May. However it is never a problem for guests to contact me direct. Many thanks for your review.
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10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place to stay!

This is a lovely property in a super location! Even though there are several cottages in the complex, it is very quiet. The pool is an added bonus and the rota works very well. The cottage is very well equipped, with very new/modern appliances. It is very spacious, with plenty of storage space too. All in all a great place to stay and we will definitely recommend it to others!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2020
Thank you for your lovely review. I’m so pleased you found the cottage and facilities: pool and playground such a great addition to your holiday and yes it is a peaceful place but close to coast and country to suit everyone’s holiday requirements. Very many thanks. Kind regards Rosemary
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love it. Wonderful place.

The property owners are very accommodatin. The house is very well equipped... home from home! Would have loved to stay longer. Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
So pleased you enjoyed your stay and found Chaffinch Cottage equipped with all the mod cons one needs plus it does have that comfy home from home feel about it. All the best for your future plans. regards Rosemary
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8/10 Good

LINDA S.

lovely cottage 1st time to Devon and visited some local places.

Well equipped and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
So pleased you enjoyed your first stay in Devon and found Chaffinch Cottage a comfortable place to stay. kind regards Rosemary
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10/10 Excellent

Lee E.

Charming and quiet location and great facilities

The cottage was easy to find and access arrangements were perfect. We found the cottage and the facilities to be very clean and comfortable. Despite being fully booked the site was very quiet and the children enjoyed the use of the pool and games room, most of the time to themselves! Very dog friendly too and nice to see a selection of doggy toys, brush, food bowls and treats! Some excellent pubs and restaurants within a few minutes drive - but do book in advance ! Thank you for a lovely short break.

About the host

Hosted by Rosemary Holden

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Hi, we hope you like Chaffinch Cottage as much as we do. The location is absolutely beautiful with long distance views over the South Hams. It has such a relaxing, friendly and safe atmosphere about it. Each one of the 9 cottages at the Newhouse Barton site is owned individually and we think it is this that gives it that homely, well cared for feeling. We all want our guests to enjoy their stay.

Why they chose this property

Chaffinch Cottage is a high quality, individual, self-catering cottage having an open plan kitchen/diner & lounge with log fire giving it a genuine home from home feel. Each bedroom has its own en-suite. It is fully equipped with TV's, DVD's, WiFi & I-pod dock.
An excellent child friendly site in the midst of the countryside with a large indoor heated swimming pool, games room with pool table, table tennis and table football plus play equipment for younger children, in addition there is a large outdoor children’s play area and communal barbeque. With beaches and moors nearby it is a perfect spot for everyone. The cottage is set in the lush green pastures of South Devon, midway between Totnes and Newton Abbot.

What makes this property unique

There are so many things for children to do in South Devon, Crealy & Woodlands Adventure Parks, Pennywell Farm, Buckfast Butterfly & Otter Sanctuary, Plymouth Aquarium & ski centre, Paignton Zoo, Kent's caverns to name but a few.
The nearby towns of Totnes, Torquay, Paignton, Brixham offer beaches, water sports, sea fronts, harbours, restaurants, nightlife, shops.
Other places well worth a visit include Dartmouth with its busy harbour, castle, upmarket shops and galleries, and Teignmouth, an attractive seaside town with a promenade, sandy beach and pier. The national trust owned summer home of Agatha Christie is just a few miles away as well as the D'oly Cart family home in Coleton Fishachre, both beautiful houses with lovely grounds.

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