Tuckenhay, 3 Castle Cottage - FCM

ID: S1325177

  • Bedrooms 3
  • ・ Sleeps 6
  • ・ Pets 1

Guests say

Tuckenhay, 3 Castle Cottage offers a delightful countryside retreat with excellent on-site facilities, including multiple swimming pools, a tennis court, and a well-equipped sports hall. Guests consistently praise the beautiful surroundings, family-friendly amenities, and the cottage’s cleanliness and comfort. The location is peaceful and ideal for exploring the local area, though some mention the rural lanes and lack of a nearby shop. Minor issues such as steep stairs and bed sizes are noted, but overall, visitors enjoy a relaxing and memorable stay.

Guests frequently mention that the cottage is clean and well maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.

The property is praised for its tranquil setting and proximity to Totnes and the coast. Some guests note the rural lanes can be challenging and the absence of a nearby shop, but overall the location is highly regarded.

The cottage is described as comfortable and well furnished. Some guests mention steep stairs and small single beds in one room, but these are minor compared to the overall comfort experienced.

Facilities are a standout feature, with guests highlighting the variety and quality of pools, sports amenities, and activities available for families. Maintenance is consistently praised.

Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as a welcome package of wine, tea bags, and milk. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.

About this property

A truly unique holiday experience - with outdoor and indoor pools, a games room and plenty more – it’s fantastic! Heating and pool at additional charge..

Ground Floor:

Living room: TV, DVD Player, Open Fire

Kitchen/dining room: Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher

Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (2ft 6in) Beds.

Night storage heaters, panel/convector heaters, electricity, hot water and use of swimming pools - charges vary by season £178 pw or £96 for short breaks. Initial fuel for open fire included Oct-May. 2 travel cots. Highchair. Access to freezer. Enclosed terrace with garden furniture.. Bed linen and towels included (bring own towels for swimming pool use). Wi-fi internet access (limited at times, in badminton/games hall). Payphone (shared with other properties). Highchairs and additional travel cots/cots available by arrangement (one highchair, one travel cot/cot in all cottages unless otherwise stated). Two pints of milk on arrival. Grounds with BBQ area (shared with other properties on site). Ample parking for cars and boats. No smoking (cottages and all facilities). Please note: There is a stream in the mill grounds.

additional facilities:- Laundry room with washing machine and tumble dryer by £1 slot meter
- Extensive indoor and outdoor sporting facilities including 60-ft outdoor swimming pool (8am to 8pm, 1 May to 1 Oct) and all-weather tennis court
- Superb indoor leisure complex with two heated swimming pools (charges apply), hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms and drench shower (Roman Pool open daily 8.

30am to 8.30pm – Wednesdays to 9pm – for all ages, under adult supervision. Waterfall Pool open daily 8.30 am to 6.30pm for adults and children over 10 years old accompanied by a swimming adult)

facilities FOR small children:
- Outdoor - small children’s play areas with swings, climbing frames, slides, Wendy house and football field. Indoor - a huge play area with slides, puzzles, pool table, table football, snooker and table tennis
- Extra travel cots/cots and highchairs provided
- Mother and baby changing facility with walk-in shower/wet room (indoor pool). Roman pool with shallow learning bay.

dogs welcome:

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Well-behaved dogs are welcome in all cottages (except Mill Leat), and they must be kept on a lead around the cottages.

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"Devon’s best kept secret... Just inland from some of Devon’s loveliest and most natural beaches lies the village of Tuckenhay set along Bow Creek on the River Dart...."

In a setting of stunning natural beauty, Mill Bank (ref UK33902) is the latest addition to a superb choice of cottages at Tuckenhay Mill.

An extremely spacious two-person cottage having a living, dining, kitchen area on the higher level with two south-facing balconies overlooking the stream towards the Mill. The master bedroom and en-suite shower room are on the lower level, together with the riverside day room. Your own footpath leads from the garden via a footbridge to the facilities at the Mill.

Tuckenhay Mill is the centrepiece of a cluster of country homes and cottages with superb leisure facilities including two indoor and one outdoor pools.

The Mill which once produced some of the finest paper in the land, nestles in the green and shady Bow Creek, a languid inlet of the River Dart where private yachts have replaced the old tall-masted ships and barges. Around the mill are all the buildings which once went to make up a small bustling village port. These listed buildings have been sympathetically restored and converted to a delightful range of holiday properties to suit larger family parties. Awards have been won for the conversion of buildings and the conservation of the area. With so much to do, many holidaymakers return year after year. There is golf nearby and a pub within 1 mile.

South Devon awaits you

Tuckenhay is only a 20-minute drive from the superb award-winning beach at Blackpool Sands and about 30 minutes from a surfing beach at Bantham, as well as some of the best natural beaches to be found anywhere in the UK.

There is also extensive access to the coastal footpath for walking and the wilderness that is Dartmoor for walking, climbing and riding.

This is a mecca for ramblers, bird-watchers, swimmers, surfers, horse riders, golfers and those interested in fishing, boating, sailing and windsurfing.

In addition, there are many historic NT houses to visit including Agatha Christies’s Greenway as well as a local vineyard.

Tuckenhay is only 5 miles inland from Dartmouth and 3 from the market town of Totnes.

Village shop 3½ miles. Riverside inn and restaurant within walking distance.

A superb choice of cottages

Great care has been taken to retain the feel of the original buildings.

Most have garden, terrace or patio. Many cottages have more than one bathroom and some have an en-suite bathroom to every bedroom. Kitchens are comprehensively equipped: most have dishwashers and all have microwave cookers.

Couples and honeymooners will feel snug and comfortable in the cottages: Mill Leat, Mill Stream, Mill Spring and now Mill Bank. Families can spread out in Papermaker’s or Turbine Cottages, while Mill Lodge, Edgecombe Barn and Tuckenhay Mill House will sleep larger parties in comfort. Of course, combinations of cottages can accommodate bigger gatherings of family or friends.

Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

Bed linen and towels supplied, please remember to take your own towels for use of the pool.

For badminton and tennis please bring proper shoes, racquets, shuttle cocks and tennis balls.

Please be aware that mobile telephone reception in the area can be poor, however there is a payphone by the gym and bowls room.

There is a water feature/pond on the grounds of this property.

There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

Cats are not allowed at the property.

There are restrictions on some pet breeds, please call to confirm.

There is open water in the property grounds.

There is an additional charge for the swimming pool to be paid at the time of booking.

Suitable for up to 1 pet

Nearby points of interest

  • Blackpool Sands
  • Bantham Beach
  • South Sands Beach
  • Shaldon Beach
  • Dartmouth Castle
  • Golden Hinde
  • Torquay Museum
  • Babbacombe Model Village
  • House of Marbles

Reviews (7)

  • Kate Snook

    This was our first visit to Tuckenhay, we loved it! Amazing facilities and Debbie was a wonderful host. The children loved it and we would definitely come back. The layout of this cottage was a little tricky for us due to having to wake the dog to get to the bathroom at night, but that was minor.

  • Sandra Cassells

    Tuckenhay mill is an amazing place stay. The facilities for families are excellent. 3 pools! The waterfall pool is better than centre parcs. Lots of activities to choose from. A great tennis court. Lovely outdoor pool and alternative inside pool. Well equipped sports hall. We liked our cottage but felt it would be improved if they had a king size bed in the main bedroom. Cottage well equipped. Liked the welcome package of wine teabags and milk. Staff very helpful and a good location. Not far from totnes and the coast.

  • Confirmed Guest

    Rather steep stairs to climb with a baby. That apart the cottage was well furnished and comfortable. Outside facilities outstanding and beautiful surroundings. A lovely holiday had by all.

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