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Gitcombe House

Cornworthy, Devon (Ref. 1038868)

4.9★

Coast & Country Cottages rating

  • 13 Guests

  • 6 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Sauna
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Games Room
  • Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

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4 Customer Review(s)

  • Robin

    “The house was booked by my wife and I for a family get together to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary.”

    It was all that we expected and more. The house is located in stunning countryside roughly midway between Dartmouth and Totnes. It is extremely well equipped and very comfortable with the helpful owner Peter and his partner Amy and family living next door in ann adjacent property. Everything was provided for our stay. The slight mark down for Maintenance was because, shortly after our arrival, a tap on the bath in the en-suite of the master bedroom broke resulting in us not being able to ...

    It was all that we expected and more. The house is located in stunning countryside roughly midway between Dartmouth and Totnes. It is extremely well equipped and very comfortable with the helpful owner Peter and his partner Amy and family living next door in ann adjacent property. Everything was provided for our stay. The slight mark down for Maintenance was because, shortly after our arrival, a tap on the bath in the en-suite of the master bedroom broke resulting in us not being able to stop the flow of cold water. Contact was made with Peter, who responded promptly and turned off the water supply to the bath. A plumber was called who later confirmed that a replacement would need to be ordered from the manufacturers. So for the remainder of our week we were unable to use the bath in the en-suite. By way of other feedback members of our family were woken on a few occasions around 07.30am by young children, staying in other accommodation on the Estate, playing tennis/football on the tennis court. We thought this somewhat inconsiderate of the parents of these children, disturbing other guests on the Estate so early, so would recommend that the owners include in their guidance notes, provided in each property, that the tennis court should not be used before 9.00am! However these are minor observations in what was a most memorable week in a wonderful property in a beautiful part of the country. Highly recommended and we hope to return in the not too distant future. Thank you to Peter, Amy and Emma we really enjoyed it.

    - Robin, October 2024
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Summary

  • Six bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor twin, 1 x super-king-size with cot, TV and en-suite bath, shower attachment, basin and WC, 1 x super-king-size, 1 x triple room with three singles (zip/link can be super-king-size and one single on request) with TV, 1 x king-size and 1 x twin
  • Ground-floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
  • Family bathroom with cast iron slipper bath, walk-in shower, double basin and WC
  • First-floor cloakroom with basin and WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Substantial Laundry room
  • Dining room with open fire
  • Sitting room
  • Snug
  • Oil fired central heating with open fire
  • Oil fired AGA, electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, digital radio, Bose iPod docking station, Bose sound dock, 47” flat screen TV with Blu-ray/DVD player, WiFi, and a selection of adult and children’s games and DVDs
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Wood and starter pack for open fire stove inc in rent
  • BBQ available, Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair and two traditional, wooden cots are available, with additional travel cots available by prior request (please bring your own linen), Bed sides/guards, High chairs, Booster seats, Baby baths, Potty's, Changing mats also available on request upon booking
  • Off-road parking at front of house for three cars with further space available in general parking area
  • Enclosed front garden with lawn and bench with gate to parking, grounds, and outdoor swimming pool
  • Enclosed rear garden with outdoor dining furniture seating 12 and barbecue, with gate to grounds and leisure facilities
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop within 3.3 miles, pub within 1.6 miles
  • Indoor facilities: heated indoor swimming pool (30ft x 18ft, 3ft deep), changing rooms, showers and WCs, sauna and steam rooms, children’s soft-cushion indoor playroom, table football, toy shed, and indoor leisure spa open daily from 8:00am-8:00pm
  • Outdoor facilities; heated outdoor swimming pool (is 1 metre in the shallow end sloping to 2 metres in the deep end approx) open daily subject to weather from last Bank Holiday in May to second week of September, sunbathing terrace, hot tub, tennis court (championship size) with complimentary racquets and balls, basketball net on tennis court, boules court, wooden swings, children’s adventure playground, 14-acres of grounds with footpaths to surrounding countryside and pubs
  • Strictly No Smoking

The property

A wondrous manor farmhouse in the midst of the Devonshire countryside, Gitcombe House is a magnificent property encompassed by beautiful grounds and host to a truly elegant interior.

Resting within the Gitcombe Estate amidst several other wonderful properties, this Grade II listed Georgian house provides a large family with an enchanting space to call home while enjoying the delights of Devon.

Original features run throughout this amazing accommodation, such as bespoke joinery, ornate fireplaces, huge sash windows and period furnishings to create a luxurious environment.

Spend long lazy mornings within the country-style kitchen, cooking big breakfasts using the impressive AGA range cooker and full 'batterie de cuisine' at your fingertips while your loved ones eagerly await at the rustic wooden breakfast table.

Spend winter evenings around the grand mahogany dining table and chairs while the fire roars in the background, with conversation and fabulous company flowing.

Retire to the sophisticated sitting room where the tall sash windows can offer the last of the evening light.

Settle here and play a film on the flat screen TV as the day turns to night.

Find yourself within the large enclosed garden in summer time, a perfect spot to drink a morning coffee, later exploring the rest of the grounds, and delighting in the many shared facilities on-site at Gitcombe Estate, with the indoor and outdoor swimming pools ( please note the pool is open between 8am - 8pm) , tennis court, and children's play area being just some of the excellent features.

Find a tranquil space in each of the six bedrooms, with a twin room and a shower room resting on the ground floor, perfect for the older members of the party, or those less able.

Discover the other five rooms on the first floor, including another twin, a king-size, a super-king-size, a triple room with three singles, and finally the master bedroom with a super-king-size bed and a beautiful en-suite bathroom.

Freshen up with a soak in the cast iron slipper bath within the family bathroom, or take a shower within the double walk-in enclosure, while a cloakroom across the landing still has an original 'thunder-box' WC, now modernised to offer a convenient facility.

Enjoy a wondrous escape to Devon and indulge in luxury within the magnificent Gitcombe House.

Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1039237, 1039238.

1039240, 1039243, 1039244, 1039246, 1040677 and 1039247, together sleeping a total of 58 guests.

Gitcombe Estate Cottages

Resting within the beautiful Devonshire countryside on the outskirts of the village of Cornworthy, sits this magnificent collection of nine luxury properties known as the Gitcombe Estate. With accommodation to suit all tastes, requirements and party sizes, properties range from a Grade II listed manor house, to a newly built stylish timber framed property designed by award-winning architects. Cleverly combining contemporary touches, like Bose iPod docking stations, with more traditional features including oak beams and wood burning stoves, the properties present a winning combination for visitors of all ages. Relax in the delightfully furnished living accommodation, cook in the stylish kitchens, or unwind in the spacious 14 acres of the estate. The holiday homes vary in style and sleep between four and 13 guests. On sunny summer days, enjoy an alfresco breakfast or barbecue lunch in your garden. For young party members, the hand-carved children’s adventure playground is the perfect place to for them to burn off any extra energy, whilst for older children and adults in the group, the tennis court is a fabulous spot for a friendly tournament! This impressive complex also has both indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools meaning you can enjoy a leisurely swim, whatever the weather. Relax in the hot tub, sauna or steam room - or simply sit back and watch as the children have fun in the fantastic indoor soft play area. When you want to venture out from this idyllic haven to experience the delights of South Devon, there is a plethora of fun activities and stunning locations just waiting to be explored. For spectacular beaches, head to Blackpool Sands just three-miles west of Dartmouth, or visit popular Salcombe and enjoy its numerous sandy coves. If you are searching for all-weather family attractions, nearby Woodlands Leisure Park and Pennywell Farm (around a 45 minute drive), both offer fantastic days out for those with young children. The incredible Paignton Zoo is also within easy driving distance, home to an exotic variety of animals including lions, tigers, gorillas, and even crocodiles… an entertaining day out no matter your age! For foodies South Devon is home to some of the finest eateries and food producers in the country. Visit the artisan wine and cheese makers at Sharpham Vineyard, or dine in one of the excellent, critically acclaimed restaurants in the region – for example the Seahorse in Dartmouth, where you can enjoy some of the finest fish and shellfish freshly caught along the South Devon coastline. For history buffs, visit the historic Buckfast Abbey which sits along the River Dart, explore Dartmouth Castle perched atop the entrance to the Dart estuary, or experience Dartmouth’s guided Mayflower 400 tour, and learn more about the town’s vibrant past first hand. However, you choose to enjoy your time in South Devon, choose one of the impressive Gitcombe Estate holiday homes for the perfect base from which to explore this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £500.

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About the location

CORNWORTHY

Totnes 4.4 miles

Cornworthy is a picturesque village in the sought-after South Hams area of Devon that dates back to Saxon times. Much of the village makes up part of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The coastal towns of Dittisham and Dartmouth are nearby and provide excellent opportunities for marine activities and some of the UKs best seafood restaurants (such as The Seahorse). Totnes is also a short drive away, an attractive, vibrant town, which also includes a railway station that provides direct services to London Paddington in under three hours. For shopping addicts Totnes offers an excellent range of small independent retailers and unique shops. The town is famed for its promotion of ethical products, wholefoods and fair trade goods. In the Civil Hall Square you’ll find the weekly market which is held on Fridays and Saturdays. And an Elizabethan market held each Tuesday morning (May-September), when traders dress in Elizabethan period costumes and the Totnes Sunday Good Food Market.

The amenities available on site are shared with other guests staying on the Gitcombe Estate

Please note that the swimming pool is open between 8am - 8pm
The outdoor pool is 1 metre in the shallow end slopping to 2 metres in the deep end ( approx)

Strictly No Smoking

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter