Rook Cottage in Totnes receives glowing praise for its beautifully presented interiors, peaceful countryside setting, and excellent facilities. Guests particularly enjoyed the well-equipped kitchen, spacious and comfortable living areas, and highlights such as the swimming pool and games room. The property is described as spotless and perfect for families, with thoughtful touches and a warm welcome from the hosts. While the location is tranquil and ideal for exploring South Devon, a minor note was made about the lack of walking routes directly from the cottage. Overall, guests found their stays memorable and highly recommend the property.
Multiple reviews describe the cottage as spotless, beautifully done, and very well maintained, indicating a consistently high standard of cleanliness.
Guests appreciated the peaceful countryside location and its convenience for exploring South Devon. One review noted the absence of direct walking routes from the cottage, but overall feedback on location was very positive.
The cottage is repeatedly described as comfortable, cosy, and well-equipped, with spacious living areas and comfy beds. Guests felt at home and enjoyed relaxing stays.
The swimming pool and games room were frequently highlighted as standout features, with additional praise for the outdoor play area, communal barbecue, and well-equipped kitchen. Facilities are described as excellent and well maintained.
Guests mentioned thoughtful touches such as a welcome pack and beautiful decorations, especially for special occasions. Please note that gifts or welcome packs are not guaranteed for every stay.
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.
Free WiFi
There is a security deposit of £100 payable directly to the owner.
Confirmed Guest
A great cottage. Spotless and well equipped. Excellent swimming pool and games room. Country location for a peaceful time
Confirmed Guest
Lovely cosy well equipped cottage in a very quiet location. Excellent swimming pool and games room. Shame there were no walks you could do from the cottage.
Candy Hughes
Absolutely perfect holiday beautiful cottage
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