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Converted barn. Shared pool, tennis, snooker, games, golf, grounds. South Devon

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Beach
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Converted barn. Shared pool, tennis, snooker, games, golf, grounds. South Devon

Iris is a converted barn located in beautiful grounds in the secluded hamlet of Stancombe. It comprises high quality self-catering accommodation with all the modern utilities including wifi, washing machine, dish washer, microwave, electric hob and oven and well equipped kitchen. There are TV's in the living room (with inbuilt DVD) and each of the downstairs bedrooms.

Stancombe includes superb leisure facilities including a heated indoor swimming pool (6m x 13m), outdoor tennis court, snooker room with full sized table, games room with table tennis, pool table, table football, an outdoor children’s play area and golf pitch and putt. There is a barbecue area at the front of the cottage. Stancombe is set in beautiful grounds offering a delightful holiday in all seasons.

Iris is a “topsy turvy” cottage comprising 3 bedrooms — 1 double ensuite on the ground floor and two twins with a shared bath/shower room on the lower ground floor. Living accommodation includes open plan lounge / diner / kitchen on the ground floor.

There is a private courtyard at the back of the property with table and chairs whilst the front, also equipped with table and chairs, offers a wonderful view of South Devon countryside overlooking the golf, children's play area and tennis court.

A selection of lovely beaches are within a short distance of Stancombe, as well as interesting towns like Kingsbridge, Salcombe and Dartmouth. Plymouth with it's aquarium and maritime history is also worth a visit as is the dramatic and beautiful Dartmoor National Park. There are some fabulous eateries in Dartmouth along with the Dart Valley steam Railway which runs from Dartmouth to Paignton..

There are numerous outdoor activities available in the area including surfing, sailing, canoeing, swimming, indoor sports hall in Kingsbridge, pony trekking, fishing, hiking, clay pigeon and air rifle shooting, cycling, Golf etc

We want you to enjoy your stay. We have a friendly site manager who is available on site to assist you with any issues, and offer advice on the local area.

We have always loved the South Hams and hope you will too.



Property manager

Julian Baust

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Living plant wall
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Please inquire before booking

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Converted Barn in Beautiful Location, South Devon Cottage
Converted Barn in Beautiful Location, South Devon Kingsbridge

About the neighborhood

Map
Devon, Sherford, Kingsbridge

What's nearby

  • South Devon - 9 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Slapton Sands - 13 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Blackpool Sands - 20 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Hope Cove Beach - 23 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Burgh Island - 33 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Totnes Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crabshell Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Billy Can Coffee Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mahabharat Balti House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Church House Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Start Bay Inn - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Converted barn. Shared pool, tennis, snooker, games, golf, grounds. South Devon have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Converted barn. Shared pool, tennis, snooker, games, golf, grounds. South Devon pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Converted barn. Shared pool, tennis, snooker, games, golf, grounds. South Devon?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Converted barn. Shared pool, tennis, snooker, games, golf, grounds. South Devon?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Converted barn. Shared pool, tennis, snooker, games, golf, grounds. South Devon located?

This family-friendly Kingsbridge cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of South Devon and Slapton Ley Field Centre. Woodlands Family Theme Park and Beesands Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Converted barn. Shared pool, tennis, snooker, games, golf, grounds. South Devon Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jason O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Xmas Break.

The property was great with all the necessary amenities for a pleasant stay. A good base for exploring Devon.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Devon break

Beautiful location in a very well equipped property, will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Devon escape

Great area, great place, great amenities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday home for 2 weeks

Clean, neat and compact. Everything you need. Great facilities on site. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria Carr R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Great facilities, lovely cottage, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Deborah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay

The property met the requirements for a family with a range of ages and interests.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Our family of 4 with kids aged 7 & 4 loved the house, kids slept really well in the dark cool downstairs bedrooms. And they loved being right next to the tennis court and a walk to the nearest village. The narrow lanes are not for the faint hearted but worth it for Kingsbridge and Salcombe.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay.

We had a wonderful 4 days at Iris Cottage. Set in beautiful countryside, the accommodation was lovely and the facilities on site were perfect for our group. Swings and play room for youngest to tennis, snooker and golf for older ones. The swimming pool was used by all of us. Would definitely recommend for all ages. We are looking forward to visiting again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil

Info pack from the landlord was fantastic, gave all the info that made the stay enjoyable. Amazing location close enough to be convenient to local amenities but remote enough to be quiet. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2023

Very nice property and location. 2nd time we have stayed there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from home

Beautiful property in a rural location. Perfect for our dogs as so much outdoor space. Close enough to all the best places. Could not have been better.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

jemma a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brillaint!

Very clean and comfortable in beautiful surroundings. The property has everything you need and the facilities on site are fantastic. Would definitately book again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

DEB H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and facilities

Location of property within the grounds was amazing...looked out onto lush green, pitch and putt and tennis court. Little courtyard with seating was perfect for our toddler. Loved the pool and playroom too, and property worked fine with three bedrooms and two bathrooms
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Toni P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely "Barn" and Location

Great place for the family, our 5-yr old loved the stairs and having his own bathroom! Nicely equipped kitchen, and room for the grandparents to visit. We even cooked, which we don't usually do on vacation! Enjoyed the games rooms and pool too. Only thing missing was a wood burning stove! Loved it, will definitely recommend it
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorna B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place, great facilities

Such a beautiful part of Devon with stunning scenery and beaches. We had a really lovely family holiday at the property. The property is basic but comfortable and the grounds and facilities were perfect for our family and small dog. Lots to do in what felt a really safe environment for children. The caretaker was so helpful and friendly too.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning and peaceful

Iris cottage had all that we could possibly wish for and the setting at Stancombe Manor was perfect for our family. Our three boys loved the games room and swimming pool. There’s so much to do in the South Hams, making it an ideal location.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning location

Beautiful little cottage in stunning surroundings. Amenities were fantastic - especially great for families. Most things were just a 10-20 minute drive away. Lots of beaches to choose from. Great communication with the owner, easy check in. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer 2021

Great property, well equipped and a great location/loads to do at stancombe manor. Only comment would be that the downstairs bedrooms are a bit damp smelling but otherwise an excellent stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Linda T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

The property and surrounding area and facilities were great. Very close to a number of beaches so we were able to do something different every day. The facilities on site were limited, although the tennis, play area and the pitch and put were still available, and we were kept up to date in advance of that. The site manager was very responsive, helpful and polite.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nigel Q., UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Devon Summer Break

Fantastic stay at Iris Cottage. lovely location and great amenities at the manor. Communal rooms (game room/pool) at the manor a little tired but only to be expected and didn’t take away a thing from enjoying them. Cottage was clean, comfortable and spacious enough for 4 of us and a small dog and the cottage well stocked with quality utensils and equipment. Julian was a pleasure to liaise with and ever so helpful. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend to stay there
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Marion M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Our stay at Iris.

Property very well furnished. Not suitable for 6 people.!!We managed as our grandchildren are young and could use coffee table to eat at. 6 adults would find sitting at table very cramped. Facilities very good. We had no communication with propery manager, so ,not applicable.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded hideawaya

The property is a mile or so from the nearest village and further from the main road. The makes it very quiet and peaceful with little light pollution giving great starry nights.The complex has lots to do including an indoor pool, tennis court, mini golf and some indoor activities. The cottage was well equipped, clean and tidy. It was cooler on the lower ground floor which is great for hot summer evenings and nights. The closest coast in ten minutes away and there are lots of nice walks and eateries. The host provides a comprehensive guide to the site and the local area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue S., Woking

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Iris Cottage, Stancombe Manor

The cottage and surroundings suited us perfectly. We are grandparents and had our daughter and son-ìn-law and their 2 boys with us (aged 8 and 6). The cottage accommodation was fine for us and the surroundings great for the boys to play safely with some other children they met. They swam, played tennis, caught grasshoppers and frogs and had a great time. Lots of places to visit fairly locally - Kingsbridge (crabbing), Snape Point, Bantham and Bigbury beaches, Dartmouth (regatta, ferry trip to castle, more crabbing). Get lots of reversing practise in the narrow lanes!! Such a beautiful area, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kim S.

Compact and charming cottage

Pretty semi-detached cottage set in the grounds on Stancombe Manor. All form part of a conversion with many small apartments and two cottages. Great to have the facilities of a lovely swimming pool and games room within the complex. Very quiet and peaceful area. Iris Cottage was an ideal base for touring South Devon and we were fortunate not to have snow as we would have struggled with our car on the nearby steep, single track roads. The accommodation is basic and cosy. There were 4 of us for several nights and we all felt that stretching it to 6 people would have been cramped. Probably fine during sunny weather as you would be outside more. Kitchen is well-equipped and showers were powerful. TV is small with a few stations and not the best picture although we are not massive TV viewers. A wardrobe in the upstairs bedroom would have been useful although there really isn’t room. We really enjoyed our stay as it was quiet and peaceful. No-one was next door until the last night when we could clearly hear them.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

Gillian B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Not as expected

Not suitable for six people in lounge and kitchen.table too small for all to eat. No freezer certainly hard with small children.bedrooms downstairs damp and smell damp.site manager gave us dehumidifier which we emptied four to six litres per day. Hot and cold taps in upstairs bathroom shower put on the wrong taps and my husband nearly got scolded. Access to the property very difficult steps far too high without hand rails. Very hard for elderly to unload their luggage as the walk up is very steep. No phone working no mobile reception wondered what one would do in an emergency. Nowhere to store food in kitchen All taps on kitchen sink and bathroom extremely hard to turn on and off. All in all for what we paid this was a great disappointment
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022