Monkshood

ID: S1323964

  • Bedrooms 4
  • ・ Sleeps 8
  • ・ Pets 2

Guests say

Monkshood offers a warm and comfortable stay with stunning views and sunsets. Guests appreciate the well-appointed kitchen, fresh bedding, and the addition of a swimming pool and games room. The property's location is convenient for visiting nearby towns and beaches. Some guests suggest updates and maintenance improvements, but the overall experience is positive, with friendly owners and a welcoming touch of a freshly baked cake on arrival.

The property generally offers fresh and clean bedding and towels. However, some guests noted the presence of cobwebs and dirty tissues, suggesting room for improvement in cleanliness.

The location is praised for its stunning views and convenience, being a short drive from local attractions like Dartmouth, Paignton, and Blackpool sands beach.

Guests found the accommodation warm and comfortable with lovely beds. The presence of a log burner adds to the comfort, despite some issues with smoke.

The property boasts a swimming pool, games room, and well-equipped kitchen. However, there are concerns about maintenance, such as temperamental lights, difficult keys, and non-functional smoke alarms.

The thoughtful gesture of a freshly baked cake on arrival was mentioned and appreciated by guests. However, as not all reviews mention such gifts, it cannot be assumed that this is a consistent offering for all stays.

About this property

The motorcycle Junior Academy is ideal for the opportunity to try two-wheel off road motorcycling for the first time..

Ground Floor:

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet

First Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Freeview TV, Woodburner

Dining area: French Doors Leading To Patio

Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher

Bedroom 4: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.

Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Logs for wood burner available locally. Shared laundry room with washing machine and tumble dryer. Shared sitting-out area with garden furniture and barbecue. Access to farmland. Shared indoor heated swimming pool with shower and changing facilities (open 8am to 8pm all year, on booking system). Shared fitness room. Shared games room with full-size American pool table, table tennis and table football. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a stream in the grounds and the properties have a natural water supply from a bore hole.. Set within 240 acres of unspoilt farmland with footpath

Heated indoor swimming pool, with private changing room and shower (open all year)

Fitness room with cross trainer and treadmill

Games room, with full-size American pool table, table tennis and table football . Nestled within 240 acres of unspoilt farmland, in the glorious South Hams midway between Dartmoor and the stunning south Devon beaches, Wheeldon Farm Cottages are the perfect choice for family, friends and couples to enjoy a relaxing retreat or an action packed escape at any time of year. The four delightful, pet-friendly barn conversions (refs 27214, 27215, 27216 and UKC748), which could be booked together for larger parties, sit within a lovely courtyard setting surrounded by miles of footpaths and green lanes, ideal for walking or cycling. The master bedroom in each property features a flatscreen TV, and home-made meals can be pre-ordered and delivered to the cottage (arranged direct with the owner). The cottages lie just a short distance from some of south Devon’s finest beaches and tourist attractions, including the historic town of Totnes which is just 15 minutes away and sits on the River Dart with cruises down river to Greenway and Dartmouth. A cosmopolitan town, Totnes, 7 miles away, has a vast array of independent shops, weekly markets, galleries, leisure centre and many lovely restaurants, bistros and cafés. The seaside towns of Paignton and Torquay are 40 minutes’ drive, and it is just a 15-minute drive to the yachting haven of Dartmouth, and the coastline between Dartmouth and Kingsbridge, both 7 miles away, has many stunning beaches, hidden coves and fantastic coastal walks.

Guests of these cottages can also enjoy a range of on-site facilities suitable for all the family, including E mountain bike hire and a heated indoor swimming pool (available via a booking system) with a private changing room and shower. There is a large games room set over two floors, including a fitness room with a cross trainer, treadmill, rowing machine and exercise bike. The top floor of the games room has a full-size American pool table, big sofa and Sky TV. The bottom floor has table tennis and table football. On-site there is also a laundry and ironing room. If you are looking for adventure and an adrenalin rush, then Wheeldon Farm Cottages will not disappoint. The Wheeldon Off-Road Centre, adjacent to the cottages, boasts a purpose-built, 30,000 square foot indoor arena (split in separate halves for motorbikes) and junior training circuit, and is the ideal year-round venue for the whole family to learn to ride a motorcycle in a fun and controlled environment. Discounted rates are available for children and adults during the school holidays (booking by arrangement and on arrival), providing children and adults with the opportunity to experience the ultimate, two-wheel off-road adventure for the first time. The instructors at Wheeldon Farm are all ACU accredited and will guide the children through their paces every step of the way. For some activities, all the kit, clothing, boots, gloves, helmets and fun bikes are provided. All that’s needed is the enthusiasm to have a great deal of fun! Suited to all ages from 7 years to fit seniors.

In addition to all the motorbike fun, a range of other activities can also be organised locally, including horse riding, golf, go-karting and trout and carp fishing. Also, clay pigeon shooting, air rifle and archery are available - these are run by a fully qualified instructor and all equipment is provided. The activities run on a Monday, Thursday and Sunday. Prices will be charged accordingly when bookings are made. Please note, extra activities and catering requests must be pre-booked with Wheeldon Farm Cottages prior to guests’ arrival at the site. Foxglove (ref 27214), Poppy (ref 27215), Monkshood (ref 27216) and Mad Nelly Cottage (ref UKC748) can be booked together to accommodate up to 29 guests. Beach 10 miles. Shop 3 miles, pub 2 miles and restaurant 6 miles.

Free WiFi

The pool is shared and on a booking system, is heated and open all year, 8am to 8pm. Gym/Fitness suite inside the pool complex. All the kit, clothing, boots etc provided. Use of shared laundry. There is also a BMX and skate park with ramps, please bring your own helmet/safety wear (no bare skin to show), you will not be admitted without it.

Wheeldon Farm now offers customers a free 1 hour ‘taster’ ride on Haibike electric bikes, after which they are available to hire. Please contact the owner for further information.

The property is located on a working farm.

The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.

Families or couples only.

Holidaymakers only.

Only dogs allowed at the property.

Suitable for up to 2 pets

Reviews (7)

  • Confirmed Guest

    Excellent holiday. Accomodation in perfect spot. Could do with a bit of updating but ok for us . Only complaint really was shower situation . Only one shower in an en-suite. Shower would be better in main bathroom for all to use.

  • Claire Lake

    We had a lovely week stay at monkshood cottage,i would say it needs updating and a few cobwebs,but all bedding and towels smelt fresh and clean ,everything you needed was here, a lovely freshly baked cake and flowers on arrival ,lovely touch! We have stayed here once before,games room and swimming is good for evening and rainy days ,visited totnes town and Blackpool sands beach,great location and would stay here again ,also owners are very friendly!

  • Steve Greedy

    The accomodation was warm and comfortable, the kitchen well appointed with everything you'll need for your break. Although appears to be isolated, we were only about half an hour from Dartmouth and Paignton. The views are stunning and sunsets amazing.The pool was a great addition as was the games room, all in all it was a great holiday.

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