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C16th House With A Rambling Garden In A Hamlet In The Dartmoor National Park

C16th House With A Rambling Garden In A Hamlet In The Dartmoor National Park

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Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Poundsgate, ENG
  • Popular LocationRiver Dart Country Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationDartmoor National Park14 min drive
  • Popular LocationBuckfast Abbey15 min drive
  • AirportPlymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)38 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

C16th House With A Rambling Garden In A Hamlet In The Dartmoor National Park

The house is a Grade II* listed sixteenth century house with a rambling garden in a hamlet in the Dartmoor National Park in South Devon. Offering accommodation for up to eight people, the house is at the south end of a range of three dwellings, and has views across fields and moor. It is full of historical interest and original features, with carved and painted beams, mullioned windows, granite fireplaces, a stone spiral staircase, recessed window seats, and many other interesting nooks and crannies to explore. Due to the staircase, the house is not really suitable for toddlers. Comfortably but not luxuriously furnished, it is a much loved family house with a very welcoming atmosphere, showing some signs of wear and tear (not everything matches), filled with paintings, antiques, curios, books, maps and games. With the south moor and winding Dart valley on its doorstep, it is an ideal base for walkers and there is also a wide range of activities for children in the area. The south Devon coast is within an hour’s drive.

Property manager

Will Lee
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Stone spiral stair a risk for young children.

Events

No events allowed
Please avoid late night noise & no parties please!

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)
1 dog, ground floor only and on lead in garden

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking please
1 well-behaved dog only, by arrangement Care needed not to block farm gates in parking any extra car on lane Max 8 (incl children) to sleep mm

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: Please avoid late night noise & no parties please!
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Newton Abbot

Located in Newton Abbot, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Coombestone Tor and Grimspound are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Pixieland and Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary. Travelling with kids? Consider Higher Knowle, or check out an event or a game at Newton Abbot Racecourse. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Poundsgate, ENG

What's nearby

  • The Dart on Dartmoor - 6 min drive
  • River Dart Country Park - 8 min drive
  • Dartmoor National Park - 14 min drive
  • Buckfast Abbey - 15 min drive
  • Dartington Hall Estate and Gardens - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Staverton Station - 28 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • East Dart Hotel - 15 min drive
  • Riverford Field Kitchen - 19 min drive
  • Abbey Inn on the River - 13 min drive
  • Exeter Inn - 12 min drive
  • Rafikis - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is C16th House With A Rambling Garden In A Hamlet In The Dartmoor National Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at C16th House With A Rambling Garden In A Hamlet In The Dartmoor National Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at C16th House With A Rambling Garden In A Hamlet In The Dartmoor National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is C16th House With A Rambling Garden In A Hamlet In The Dartmoor National Park located?

This family-friendly Newton Abbot holiday home is located on the riverfront, 3.1 mi (5 km) from The Dart on Dartmoor, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pixieland and St Pancras Church. Coombestone Tor and Grimspound are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Perfect location for exploring southern Dartmoor with South Devon beaches an hour and a bit away: lovely house and garden which absorbed 8 adults without difficulty. Good shopping in nearby Asburton. Very narrow approach to house: we found it simpler to park on the road and carry our stuff up the driveway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic countryside location, charming cottage
We had a wonderful stay at Cresson Hayes. The cottage itself has a lot of heart - interesting art, quirky furniture - we loved it. The location is fantastic - you can walk to the river and the pub across beautiful countryside. It won't be to everyone's taste with a simple kitchen and plenty of spiders, but we found it to be a special place for a memorable holiday and would love to return. Many thanks!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large ancient house in Dartmoor
We had stayed here before some years ago and we were very pleased to be back. It is very quiet, there being no major roads for miles. There is a pretty, well-kept garden with sloping lawn and flowers. You can walk straight out of the door, and reach the edge of the moor in about 30 minutes. We had a wonderful holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dartmoor getaway
Loved getting away to this spacious yet characterful cottage. Massively varied walks in aabundance. Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

MARY C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
October battery re-charge!
We have just returned home from the most fabulous four day break at the wonderful Cresson hayes. Everything that was described about the house was more than accurate and was just a delight to discover for ourselves. We are two families with teenagers and a couple of young adults who found walks, scenery, good pubs and local villages to keep us all more than occupied and happy. The only thing that was wrong was that we didn't book for longer! Never mind, we'll just have to come back for a return trip. Thankyou Will and Catherine, we had a ball.

About the host

Hosted by Will Lee

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We are a brother and sister who a few years ago inherited this family house on the edge of Dartmoor. We love spending time here, but it is a long drive from London where we both live and neither of us gets down as much as we’d like. Until now, it has been used only by family and friends, but we’ve now decided to make it more widely available. It is very much a family home not a holiday let – not everything is new, not everything matches – and we hope that visitors will enjoy its character as well as its great location.

Why they chose this property

For over twenty years this house has been the Dartmoor home from home for our large extended family. We love the whole area, particularly the river, moor and tors on the doorstep - you can hear the distant rush of the Dart from the garden - and the cliffs and beaches of the south coast, a 45 minute drive away. The house is the end house in a very quiet hamlet of old granite houses, with sweeping views from the garden and windows. You can walk straight out of the house up on to the moor or across the fields down to the river. It therefore feels very remote but is in fact only 15 minutes by car to the local town which has excellent amenities.

What makes this property unique

The house is a wonderful base for exploring Dartmoor. There are lots of places of interest and activities for children in the immediate area, and the A38 provides quick access south to the coast. The nearby small town of Ashburton has a wide range of shops - delis, hardware, antiques, books, walking gear. The early sixteenth century house has bags of character, with a granite spiral staircase, mullioned windows and carved and painted beams. The decor is comfortable not smart, and the rooms are full of antiques, books, artworks and curios. The long garden running down the hillside has many secret corners which are fun for children to explore. There is plenty of space inside and out, and it is a great place to spend time whatever the weather.
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