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Lovely Country House with its own large Indoor Swimming Pool

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view through the rose bower
The pool
sun lounge into separate dining room
Bedroom 5 (rear wing)
Western Waters - the whole property

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Heated pool
    Swim in comfort year-round in the heated pool, a rare find in this location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Dartmouth, England
  • Place, Woodlands Family Theme Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, South Devon
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Royal Naval College
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪88 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Shower room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lovely Country House with its own large Indoor Swimming Pool

Lovely, spacious house with its own ,large, private indoor swimming pool and large garden, fire pit and paddock. Looking out over open countryside the house offers the ideal place for a special week away. Well decorated and furnished it offers generous accommodation for 10 people with sun-lounge / kitchen breakfast area; separate dining room ;large lounge with open fire and family room. Situated about 2 .5 miles from Dartmouth and its boating delights it is in easy reach of the splendid beaches of Blackpool sands (2 miles) and Start Bay. The delightful shopping centre of Totnes is about 20 minutes drive whilst 2 golf courses and a leisure park are all within 5 minutes by car.
We limit lets to a minimum of 5 days and have to avoid lets beginning on a Saturday when we cannot get the cleaning undertaken.

NB the house has 2 staircases
1 leads to the Master bedroom and 2 other bedrooms . The other to the rear of the house leads to 2 further large bedroom a shared bathroom and a large lounge/games room with table tennis. This works well for 2 families sharing or older children

5 bedrooms (2 super king, 1 twin/ super king choice, 2 king beds) and 5 bath/shower rooms (2 en-suite, a family bathroom , a further shower room and wet room.)
Plenty of parking space.
NB please see accessibility details under “extra information “ in facilities section below.




Just one of our 5 star reviews from satisfied guests


“We would like to thank you for giving us the opportunity to stay in Western Waters for a week. It suited all six of us perfectly, the two young boys loved the heated indoor pool (as did the adults!) and we all enjoyed the space and peace of the lovely rambling garden.

The house is well appointed and attractive with plenty of space - there is a good, well equipped kitchen and laundry area, as well as many bedrooms and bathrooms conveniently
arranged for a large age range. An excellent TV room with DVD machine - some rather good DVD's too - helped on wet evenings. So facilities are great for all weathers, important in the UK. The house was also very clean and welcoming on our arrival.

The owner is informative and helpful, there are plenty of places to go locally - the two small boys loved the Woodlands Family Theme Park which is about 10 minutes away.

So a very enjoyable week and we would recommend Western Waters.”
Stephanie B.
NB we have not been letting during the last 18 months as we are planning to sell the property . We will of course honour any booking

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Fantastic house and grounds for children
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Family parties only no stag/hen events sorry
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
All refuse must go into black sacks which must be tied securely before being placed in grey dustbins . We are sorry that there is no provision for recycling at this property
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The house and grounds have a number of changes in level. Some paths are steep. The small lake is NOT included in the rental and access is forbidden
No Stag or Hen Parties. Take great care in the pool and surrounding areas. You must observe our 5 rules and there is of course no life guard!
Refuse must all be put into plastic sacks . Once tied these must be put in the grey dustbins. There is NO provision for recycling.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8056832
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Family parties only no stag/hen events sorry
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 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

Dartmouth

Located in Dartmouth, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Blackpool Sands and Dartmoor National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Woodlands Family Theme Park and Slapton Ley Field Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Coleton Fishacre House & Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Torquay United FC. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Dartmouth, England

What's nearby

  • Woodlands Family Theme Park - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • South Devon - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Dartmouth Castle - 13 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Royal Naval College - 13 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Blackpool Sands - 15 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Totnes Station - 24 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Belle Bistro - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Cherub Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ship Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Seale Arms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Steam Packet Inn - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lovely Country House with its own large Indoor Swimming Pool have a pool?

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

Is Lovely Country House with its own large Indoor Swimming Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lovely Country House with its own large Indoor Swimming Pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lovely Country House with its own large Indoor Swimming Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Country House with its own large Indoor Swimming Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Country House with its own large Indoor Swimming Pool located?

This family-friendly Dartmouth holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Woodlands Family Theme Park, South Devon and Royal Naval College. Blackpool Sands is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 47 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roy T.

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

Lovely holiday location in a beautiful house.

The house was fantastic, plenty big enough for us all. The pool was an extra bonus of which we all really enjoyed. Overall....a wonderful holiday in a wonderful house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William R.

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

Ross holiday

Lovely location and grounds. Excellent accommodation and, if anything, undersold on the site and pictures don’t do it justice.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

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

Our family Easter holiday

We all had a great time in this beautiful house . It has plenty of room for our family of three generations. It is spotless and near to several attractions. Our little grandchildren especially enjoyed the pool which kept them amused on a couple of rainy afternoons.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

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

Wonderful stay in a splendid house!

We are a 3-generation family and had a wonderful holiday at Western Waters. The house was spotless and spacious with lovely gardens and an excellent indoor pool. The grandchildren were in the pool everyday. We all slept very well as the area is so quiet. We highly recommend the house and we are planning our return visit
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mollie D.

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

Beautiful House

We had a lovely stay at this amazing house. It was perfectly set out giving 4 generations their own space. The kitchen was well equipped and the fridge space was brilliant. The pool was excellent and enjoyed by everyone. The host was lovely and always available by email if you needed anything.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

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

Great holiday house

Lovely property with ample space for 10 people with a large lounge, dining room, sun room and large room upstairs with table tennis. Plenty of space to all hang out together or have our own space. The grounds were beautiful with lots of space to walk around. The pool was a great hit with the kids. Close to local town and supermarkets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice H.

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

Excellent!

Fantastic holiday at this lovely house! The house was spacious, well equipped and very clean. Lots of outside space for exploring and playing, with an enclosed area for eating outside. The pool was lovely and a godsend as the weather was a bit unsettled during our stay. Host was easily contactable if necessary and responded very quickly. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jean M.

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

Jean

Great house with plenty of room for the 10 of us with beautiful gardens. Clean and well equipped kitchen. Owners helpful and answered any queries promptly, even before we booked. Indoor pool very useful in English changeable weather. Close to sea and stony beaches, Dartmouth had Park and Ride, about 5 minutes away and open top busses (on good days) every 10 minutes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui O.

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

Fantastic break

The area was very pretty and not too far away from things to do for all the ages. The property was well equipped thoughout, clean & spacious. The pool was amazing & when all 10 of us was in didn't feel full. The garden was well looked after, with lots of different areas to explore. The owners were very helpful & always quick to reply to any questions. There is a beautiful garden nearby, Rabbit Farm, well worth a visit. Whilst Blackpool Sands beach is only 2 miles away the walk is quite a hike with very steep hills to navigate. The local pub. The Sportmans Arms is about a 20-25 min walk away, very cozy. Despite being quite remote the Wi-Fi was reasonable. Good idea to take your t.v app logins with you. Our party ranged from 65yrs - 3yrs very one had a lovely time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Moira W.

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

A beautiful tranquil holiday house

We were a family group of grandparents, children, grandchildren and the house was perfect for us all. We especially liked that one young family could sleep in one area of the house and the other family in a slightly different area which avoided everyone being up once the youngest was awake. The bedrooms were all comfortable and lots of bathrooms which we love as a family. The kitchen/conservatory area is fabulous and far bigger than the pictures lead you to believe. This was the hub of our stay with meals as well as playing games. We did use the lounge which was very comfortable but mainly for the adults in the evening. As for the extras, brilliant. The pool is a wonderful luxury and the children thoroughly enjoyed their time playing. The full sized table tennis table was used by all and there were many competetive games taking place. We loved the huge garden and had fun cooking marshmallows in the fire pit as well as just playing outside. Although the house is a rural setting it is only 10 minutes from Dartmouth. We had trips to a range of beaches so plenty to occupy your time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colin T.

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

great family get-together

Great property for families with active children. Lovely pool. Good location for local amenities and beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ruth f.

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

holiday let

western waters is a lovely house to stay in and the pool is fab
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Excellent holiday for large family all ages

Lovely large rambling property with beautiful layered garden and indoor pool plenty to keep all ages entertained
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

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

Brilliant!

Very good facilities. Lots of space inside and out for six adults and four children to spread themselves or be together. Lots to do in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

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

Beautiful house and garden

The house was amazing and the garden too. Wonderful views and an awesome location. We enjoyed sitting in the barbeque area for meals. The house is large and we had plenty of space to spread out. The swimming pool was brilliant. Large enough for a decent swim and pool volley ball.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

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

Great house for a family holiday

A very spacious and well equiped house which suited our family very well
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Beautiful house and garden with fantastic heated pool

Big house, very quiet. Lovely garden to explore. Kids had a fab time in the pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sumathy P.

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

Long-awaited return visit!

We recently got back from our second visit to Western Waters and it was every bit as enjoyable as our first! The setting within the residence is warm and welcoming - perfect for families, particularly large ones, with the abundance of space available. The open kitchen area and sun room especially brings everyone together with refreshing natural light, even in the winter. The indoor swimming pool and table tennis are must-haves; they provided us with hours of entertainment and were utilised heavily due to the poor weather on our more recent trip. The dwelling is situated on beautiful grounds allowing for plenty of exploring and it is a short drive to Dartmouth and within easy reach of Totnes for a day-trip. This time, we did not manage to have a BBQ and enjoy s’mores but next time…
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

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

Wonderful family week

Western Waters was an excellent property for our 3 generation family holiday. The rooms and layout appeared even better than portrayed in the photos, we never felt short of space. The kitchen is well equipped with a large range, 3 fridges and freezer, with the added bonus of a large utility. We would suggest a few extra plastic chopping boards as the wooden ones were very large and heavy for vege chopping. Many hours were enjoyed by all in the pool which is a good size and heated to a good temperature. The grounds are extensive and interesting, with a great BBQ terrace and dining area where we spent most evenings. Although well lit, the other outside lights need attention as only one appeared to work. There is plenty of parking albeit somewhat challenging to manoeuvre cars around. Bugford is such a great location and we were fortunate to have a couple of heat wave days to enjoy the beach. The Tour of Britain Bike race passed through Dartmouth during our stay - so enjoyed by the 6 cyclists in the party. Our e bikes were much appreciated with the hilly terrain. Highly recommend this property - we would certainly book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jackie R.

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

Good for large family get together.

Booking and information received very efficient
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Family home

A fantastic, large family house in beautiful setting and grounds. Private indoor swimming pool is an added bonus. Plenty of room for large family or friends to have own space. High quality furnishings and decor. Can highly recommend and have been visiting for the past five years.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Naveen V.

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

Brilliant Accomodation. Great location. Perfect amenities.

Everything was good about this property. If there is anything that could be bettered, it is the internet speed. It was a brilliant holiday. Can’t say anything negative about the property or any of the other the facilities. I guess internet speed could be tricky in a rural location, so totally acceptable.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nigel P.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Indoor Swimming pool with accommodation

The Pool was the great attraction. The house was rather like 2 houses joined together with a multi level, multi tripping central joining area. (We were warned, but it still caught us out). The kitchen was well equipped with lots of fridge/freezer space. The pool itself was very good and a fair size and this was the saving grace for our less sunny week. The surrounds were not so well cleaned and it was a pity not to be able to open their patio doors. The nearby shower was very useful. One end of the house appeared to have nice new carpets. The other end had older carpets with a slight musty smell. The large lounge had a good sized TV. We were our entire family - 3 generations with us grandparents, our 2 children and their spouses and 4 grandchildren ages 1-5. The beds would have been better for us with another double split as 2 singles. The suggestion that we might have to pay extra to the cleaner for the use of a cot/high chair was rather surprising when you are paying £3000 for one week. The house is fronted by the gravel drive which requires careful manoeuvring, and then there is the large multilevel garden and BBQ area removed from the house. We prefer to be able to exit a house directly onto a garden. All in all the pool was the great plus point and the house worked well for us. The owner responded quickly and pleasantly to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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

Family friendly with space and swimming

A nice spacious house great for children with games room, a big garden and the indoor swimming pool which was a highlight. Good communication with our hosts. Everything was as described and spotlessly clean when we arrived which is impressive considering its size! Thank you - we look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

CHRIS M.

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

Very pleasant stay in lovely location

Three generations comfortably accommodated in slightly quirky and rambling house in lovely quiet spot with a spacious garden . The indoor pool was very much enjoyed by everyone
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jane

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We are a professional couple with adult children. We are happy to share what is essentially a family home retained for holidays and retreat with other families who will care for it as we do whilst enjoying its facilities and splendid location.

Why they chose this property

This is our own house bought 10years ago for family visits and has been decorated and furnished with that in mind. We are pleased to share it with careful families who will enjoy its quiet ,beautiful setting and the many delights of the South Hams area.
We simply fell in love with Totnes and this part of Devon and then found Western Waters with its generous sunny space,lovely gardens and indoor swimming pool. It is very private and yet most amenities are a short car ride away. We would be happy to pass on tips for restaurants, days out, fishing spots and boat hire locations

What makes this property unique

Really private and self contained the house is looks out over open countryside and has sole use of a large indoor pool and extensive gardens and paddock. It is linked to another property at the rear but to functions like a fully detached house.

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