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The Retreat

Blackawton, Devon
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
No Dogs
4 star
Apartment
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Tennis Court
Swimming pool
Family friendly
Internet access
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Complex
Indoor swimming pool
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At a glance

  • Second-floor apartment located within a historic country house Sheplegh Court  in 22 acres of stunning countryside
  • Original features including an archway and gothic-shaped windows add to the traditional charm
  • Access to a shared outdoor swimming pool (June - September), indoor plunge pool, a sauna, tennis court and a snooker room ensure a relaxing holiday
Property code: OC-BC96

This peaceful bolthole deep in rural South Devon offers a taste of country living with touches of luxury. The lovely second-floor apartment is set within Sheplegh Court, an early 19th-century mansion and is surrounded by 22 acres of beautiful, mature gardens. Located in the pretty village of Blackawton, it sleeps four guests and offers a host of leisure extras. These include shared indoor plunge pool and outdoor swimming pool (June - September), tennis courts, a sauna and snooker room. With sandy beaches and colourful Dartmouth within easy reach, this holiday home is perfect for couples or friends to enjoy a wonderfully relaxing stay.

Gothic windows with lovely views enhance the charm of this distinctive apartment, with its exposed beams and sloping ceilings. The stylish contemporary interior is tastefully furnished in different nautical shades, contrasting with white walls and woodwork. Comfortable seating in the impressive open-plan living/dining area overlooks the outdoor pool and there is a double sofa bed for extra guests and a Smart TV. A Gothic arch leads to the streamlined kitchen and a bistro-style table and chairs. There are two sumptuous bedrooms: a twin, and a raised double, plus a family bathroom.

The lovely harbour town of Dartmouth (6 miles), has it all: pastel-painted houses spilling down the hillside to the beautiful River Dart, shops, cafes, a fine museum and a 600-year-old castle, with wonderful views out to sea. Enjoy exhilarating walks along the glorious South West Coast Path and feel the sand between your toes on two lovely nearby beaches' Sugary Cove (1 mile) and Compass Cove (3 miles). There is a wealth of boat trips along the river, and you can take the ferry across to Kingswear for a visit to the National Trust’s beautiful Coleton Fishacre, an Art and Crafts country house with a wonderful garden.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin zip-and-link (can be arranged as a king-size on request), plus double sofa bed in lounge
  • 1 bathroom with bath, shower and WC
  • Electric cooker and hob, fridge with ice compartment, dishwasher, microwave
  • Smart TV, DVD, CD stereo system
  • Access to 22 acres of shared grounds, with gardens, woodland, parkland, an outdoor heated swimming pool(June - September), indoor plunge pool, sauna, all-weather tennis court, snooker room and laundry room
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Shop 1 mile
  • Pub 1.5 miles
  • Sleeps 4+2
  • Low, sloping ceilings, exposed beams and reduced head height throughout
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Nicola Hindmarsh

This property is personally managed by Nicola.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

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Reviewed by Kat 28th August 2024

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We had a really lively 2 week break staying at the Retreat (couple with 2 teenager daughters staying in August). An amazing location, flat had excellent view, absolutely loved the outside pool and grounds. Peaceful but also warm encounters with the residents and a beautiful part of the country. A real treat, thank you!

Reviewed by Marcia 23rd September 2023

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The Travel Chapter Limited trading as Marsdens Devon Cottages is an appointed representative of ITC Compliance Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (their registration number is 313486) and which is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts as an intermediary.
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