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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

Overview

The Retreat is a second floor apartment located within Sheplegh Court . This historic country house set within 22 acres of beautiful grounds in this picturesque valley setting and enjoying extensive countryside views.  The apartment is one of a handfull in this small redevelopment of this early 1800's property, and enjoys the use of an outdoor heated swimming pool (June - September), indoor plunge pool, sauna , all weather tennis court and a snooker room with a full size table.

Lounge

The lounge and dining room is a spacious and attractive character room with a beamed and part sloping ceiling.  It is furnished with a three seater sofa bed, for occasional use, and further coordinating tub chairs.  A dining table and chairs sits to one side of the room.  Entertainment is provided in the form of a flat-screen Smart TV, DVD and CD Stereo system and a provision of DVDs, games and books.  A dormer window with gothic shaped windows offers views over the grounds towards to outdoor pool (June - September only).

Kitchen

An open archway leads into the kitchen furnished with a range of base and wall units with a built under electric cooker and hob, larder fridge with ice compartment and a dishwasher.  A bistro table and chairs situated in-front of a  gothic window offering views across the extensive grounds.

Bedrooms

The apartment benefits from two bedrooms.

Bedroom One is furnished with a raised double bed, built in wardrobes and a chest of drawers.  There is a sloping ceiling and exposed beams.  A gothic window offers countryside views

Bedroom Two is furnished with 2ft 6 zip and link single beds and chest of drawers units.  There is a sloping ceiling and exposed beams. A window to the rear gives views over the inner cobbled courtyard.

Bathroom

The bathroom is sparkling brand new and is furnished with a modern white bathroom suite comprising of a panelled bath and a large separate shower cubicle, low level WC and pedestal washbasin.

Outside

Shepleigh Court was constructed in the early 1800's and is set in 22 acres of beautiful tranquil grounds nestling in the folds of a lovely valley with extensive gardens, woods, parkland and views across glorious South Devon countryside. Within the grounds sits an outdoor heated swimming pool (June - September) and an all weather tennis court with inside, a heated indoor plunge pool, sauna(£1 coin operated) and a snooker room with a full size table available for guests to use.

An allocated parking space is provided and guests have use of a communal laundry room.

Notes
This property has a refundable Accidental Damage Deposit of £200, which is payable with the final balance of your holiday, eight weeks prior to your arrival, and is refunded within 5 working days of your departure. Alternatively, you may wish to pay a non-refundable Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver equivalent to 10% of the Accidental Damage Deposit value, which covers you for the full value of the Accidental Damage Deposit, should any damage occur during your stay.

  • 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.

Based on 3 guest ratings

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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 Nathan 22nd October 2023

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A chilly property in September with very narrow lanes to navigate. However it is unique in style with comfy bed and lovely bathroom and kitchen. Very well equipped with beautiful grounds.

Reviewed by Marcia 23rd September 2023

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