Tuckenhay Mill - Vat House
South Hams
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This converted vat from the old mill at Tuckenhay sits within a 20-acre estate that doubles as a working holiday complex. The two-bedroom house is yours alone, with a wood-burning stove in the open-plan ground floor, a kitchen equipped for proper cooking, and French doors opening onto a patio. Upstairs, one bedroom has a king bed and dressing area; the other contains two singles. Both rooms have their own bathrooms. One dog is welcome, and the essentials—wi-fi, bed linen, and heating—are included.
What sets this place apart is access to the estate's leisure facilities: a heated indoor swimming pool, hot tubs, saunas and steam rooms are all available (charges apply). In summer, there's a 60-foot outdoor pool. A tennis court, play areas for children indoors and out, and grounds with a BBQ area and ample parking round things out. The mill stream runs through the grounds. Smoking is not permitted. The setting suits families after space and activities, or anyone wanting to base themselves near Totnes with access to more than just a cottage.
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Arrive after 16:00 Depart before 09:30
🚭 No smoking, please
What guests say
We have been to Tuckenhay mill twice now, and both times have been extremely pleasant. There is plenty to do, including two very nice swimming pools, which the children absolutely love. The cottage we stayed in was clean and well equipped also warm and cozy. I would highly recommend a stay here.
6 months ago · via Google
Such a beautiful place to be, to relax, to have fun and keep in the best memories. I holidayed here as a child in the early & mid 80s, and returning after 40+ years with a child of my own, I was delighted to find it has had subtle and minimal improvements. It is still a cosy, warm, comfortable and well facilitated location with everything you need to both chill out and keep the kids content! The cottages are comfortable, clean and very nicely put together with stunning views over hillsides and streams. The various swimming pools are sizeable and superbly well-kept. The sauna and steam rooms are a lovely addition, too. Suffice to say, we are already planning when we will return... and it won't be as long as 40 years from now!
6 months ago · via Google
Expensive but worth it. Location wise - no phone signal for the whole time we stayed. There is nothing nearby apart from a couple of puns - The Waterman Arms is worth it. Good for walks but hilly.
7 months ago · via Google
First time we have stayed at this hidden gem. Our cottage was clean, warm and very well equipped. The on site facilities are superb, the extensive grounds are beautiful and peaceful and the only possible improvement we can think of would be the addition of a bar and restaurant. On second thoughts they might change the whole character of the place. Lovely walks from our doorstep and lots of tourist attractions and lovely towns within a 30 minute drive.
10 months ago · via Google