Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns.

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A stone building with a sloped roof, a wooden deck with chairs, and potted plants in front.
Living room through to the kitchen/diner | Rook - Newhouse Barton, Ipplepen, near Totnes
A kitchen with wooden beams, a clock, a washing machine, and a microwave.
A neatly made bed with a grey blanket, two matching pillows, and a black metal headboard. There are two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands, and two paintings of sunsets on the wall.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Relax in the indoor pool
    A rare find in this area - enjoy a swim, whatever the weather.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 42 bedrooms3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Indoor pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Ipplepen, near Totnes
  • Place, Compton Castle
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Cockington Country Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, South Devon Railway
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns.

Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns. In an evening, relax next to the cosy wood burner.. All on the Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Freeview TV, CD Player, Woodburner

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine

Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Doors Leading To Patio

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Fuel for wood burner available locally. Travel cot and highchair. Use of tumble dryer (shared). Small front and rear patio with garden furniture and BBQ. Games room with table tennis, pool table and table football (shared). Indoor heated swimming pool (shared, 38ft x 16ft, with changing and shower facilities, open all year round 9am - 8pm). Young children’s play area with climbing frame. 2 electric car charging points. Ample parking. No smoking.. "Outstanding variety... situated in beautiful rolling Devon countryside and offering easy access to the many beaches of South and East Devon and the untamed beauty of Dartmoor. With a heated indoor swimming pool and quality recreational facilities, Newhouse Barton has it all"





Whether seeking an active family holiday or a relaxing weekend to recharge the batteries, Newhouse Barton is the perfect location from which to explore the South Hams, the Dart Estuary and Dartmoor. Located midway between Totnes and Newton Abbott, this collection of sympathetically and carefully restored barns and farm cottages enjoy a superb range of on-site facilities including a Roman-style heated indoor swimming pool (no additional charge), a traffic-free and child-friendly setting with young children’s play area and a furnished games room with pool table, table tennis, table football and toys for younger guests.



Nearby there is a range of quality restaurants and pubs serving an excellent range of food to suit all tastes and budgets. The surrounding area offers a beguiling mix of attractions to suit all tastes and ages. The seaside towns and villages from chic Salcombe to Torquay on the ‘English Riviera’, with its palm trees and sub-tropical plants, emanate a Mediterranean feel. Totnes is a 10-minute drive away, with a medieval castle and a thriving arts and crafts scene. Teignmouth is a traditional Victorian seaside resort with a nature reserve at Dawlish Warren, a hotspot for bird watching. Exeter has a world famous cathedral, quays and a shopping centre. For the more active, there’s surfing at Bigbury or visit Haldon Forest, with its cycle and nature trails and Go Ape! For the children, Torbay is easily reached, with Paignton Zoo and Living Coasts.



The wild beauty of Dartmoor is 20 minutes away with its abundance of wildlife and dramatic landscapes. Numerous National Trust properties are close by including Agatha Christie’s Greenway. Steam trains travel from Kingswear to Paignton and Totnes to Buckfastleigh. Visit historic Dartmouth with bustling boat harbour, castle, contemporary art galleries and boutiques. Salcombe with its beaches, sailing and watersports is also easily accessible, as well as Blackpool Sands, Slapton and picturesque Dittisham with its annual crab catching competition. Slightly further afield, East Cornwall and the Eden Project are within an hour’s drive, and the East Devon coast is easily accessible with its unique fishing port at Beer and beaches at Sidmouth and Branscombe. Local shops 1½ miles.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8874057
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
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Newton Abbot

Located in Newton Abbot, this cottage is in a rural area and by the ocean. The Timehouse and Palace Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Totnes Castle and Dartmouth Steam Railway. Travelling with kids? Consider South Devon Railway, or check out an event or a game at Torquay United FC.
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Ipplepen, near Totnes

What's nearby

  • Compton Castle - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Cockington Country Park - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • South Devon Railway - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Torre Abbey - 15 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Paignton Beach - 16 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Totnes Station - 17 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
  • ‪Sunshine Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Sloop Inn (Hungry Horse) - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns.?

As of 26 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns. on 9 November 2026 start from NZ$913, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns. located?

Located by the ocean, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Cockington Country Park, South Devon Railway, and Newton Abbot Leisure Centre. The Timehouse and Totnes Castle are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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