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Swallows End - Bolthole with hot tub, pool and sauna

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Outdoor dining
Indoor pool, a heated pool
Exterior detail
Smart TV, stereo
Indoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Lower Ashton, England
  • Canonteign Waterfalls and Country Park
    18 min walk
  • Dartmoor National Park
    8 min drive
  • Haldon Forest Park
    13 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    30 min drive

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About this property

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

Swallows End - Bolthole with hot tub, pool and sauna

Summary

Swallows End is one of two stylish and contemporary apartments, located on the ground-floor designed to accommodate two adults and a small child that includes a private courtyard with a self-maintained, natural, Swedish-style wood-fired hot tub (private for your own use). Surrounded by rolling hills and nestled on the edge of Dartmoor National Park in a small complex of holiday properties, it has access to shared facilities (only with one other small apartment) including an indoor heated pool, sauna and wooded gardens.

The Space

With a wood-fired hot tub and styled with contemporary furniture, this rural hideaway is the epitome of countryside chic. It’s also the perfect secluded sanctuary to enjoy time away as a couple. Spend the day roaming the wilds of Dartmoor or the sandy beaches of the nearby English Riviera before returning home for a swim and sauna. Then fire up the hot tub and relax with a bottle of something chilled before retiring inside for a film. Wake up to views across the pretty wooded gardens – you might spot a deer on its morning outing. However you want to spend your time, this Devon staycation is the place to be.

Country cottage-style apartment on the outside and contemporary comfort on the inside, this ground-floor space offers a stylish escape for two – perfect for a romantic getaway in beautiful, natural surroundings. On arrival, you'll be welcomed by the Scandi-inspired open-plan lounge-kitchen-diner. A rustic flagstone floor is tempered by soft rugs and charming light wooden furniture, an inviting sofa, squashy chairs and smart TV. New high performance Star Link Wi-Fi throughout means you can remain plugged into outside life, should you want to! At the far end of the room, a breakfast bar separates the lounge area from the kitchen, which is equipped with all your self-catering needs including an Nespresso coffee machine with frother, electric oven and hob, microwave and fridge with ice compartment. A separate utility area houses the dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer – and a great place to dry off boots and waterproofs if you visit in the winter months and enjoy walking on Dartmoor. And so to bed – enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep in a cosy double bed room decorated in calming pale tones. An additional smart TV means you can enjoy an indulgent lie-in or late-night film. The large bathroom offers a shower-over-bath, WC, wash basin and LED-lit mirror.

Outside, tucked away behind a stone wall, your own private courtyard patio area complete with a gas barbecue and garden furniture awaits. Enjoy a morning coffee and take in the tranquil surroundings or relax in the hot tub after eating al fresco and count the stars. Don’t forget the piece de la resistance: the fantastic vaulted newly refubished indoor pool and new sauna. Let your troubles float away as you swim off the day or simply take a book and relax in one of the comfy chairs as the gentle breeze drifts in through the huge doors. Rejuvenate tired muscles after all that outdoor adventuring in the traditional wooden sauna, before drifting back to Swallows End for dinner or lots of local eateries / pubs, restaurants.

Guest Access

Swallows End is largely a mobility-friendly property on the ground floor; please note that the doors are of standard width and there is a lip through the entrance door. There are steps into the property, and into the bathroom, as well as stairs leading to the pool.

Neighbourhood

Swallows End is professionally managed by Fresh Escapes. A Devon-based privately owned Vacation Rental and Management company who are here to ensure your stay runs as smoothly as possible.

Rolling hills? Stunning walks? Magical waterfalls? This apartment has all that and more, thanks to its fantastic South Devon location in the pretty Teign Valley. It’s right on the edge of the legendary Dartmoor National Park, where you can walk, cycle and pony trek to your heart’s content, taking in wild and rugged views. You’re just a short distance from Stover Country Park, a 114 acre nature reserve where wildlife and nature abound. Follow the 90-metre aerial walkway and explore the Ted Hughes Poetry Trail, which features some of the late poet laureate’s best-loved nature poems, with illustrations by Raymond Briggs. Lose yourself among the ancient woodland, waterfalls and lakes of Canonteign Falls or try Kennick, Trenchford and Tottiford reservoirs for easy and relaxing walking.

Stunning coastal views can be found on the English Riviera. For a relaxed sightseeing tour, take the Riviera Line, the coastal railway route running between Exeter and Paignton, which stops at many of the region’s most interesting and beautiful towns along the way, including Dawlish and Torquay. If you fancy a beach day, it’s a 40-minute drive to Torbay, where there are loads of hidden sandy coves and pretty harbour villages to explore. Twelve miles and 25 minutes' drive to the south is the pretty seaside town of Dawlish, famous for its sandy beachfront, colourful huts and black swans. The bright lights, eateries and entertainment of Exmouth or Exeter can all be reached within 40 minutes.

If you’re a foodie, there’s lots of options, from super-posh Gidleigh Park near Chagford to the high-end Manor Inn at Lower Ashton to the Teign House Inn up the valley near Christow. Other authentic Dartmoor boozers to try are the Bridford Inn at Bridford for a real country atmosphere and good food, the Artichoke at Christow for traditional pub grub and the Cridford Inn at Trusham, one of the oldest pubs in Devon.

Getting around

You will need a car. There is ample off-road allocated private parking available

Other Things to Note

Guests are required to fill the hot tub themselves, and to prepare the burner to heat the water. We recommend starting this procedure soon after you arrive as this can take 2-3 hours.

The apartment is located on the Owners estate that only consists of two apartments (one of which is Swallows End), and the Owners home.

Please enjoy your own patio, garden and the bottom lawn – the rest of the grounds are private property.

Please pick up after your pet and do not leave them unattended. We encourage dogs to be walked down the lane.

Please bag all rubbish in black bin liners before placing in the bins otherwise the bin men will not take them.

For the safety of guests and the security of the property, the pool and sauna areas are monitored via CCTV.
During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be within walking distance of Canonteign Waterfalls and Country Park. You'll find features like an indoor pool, a water park, and a spa tub. The apartment includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The apartment offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park or swim in the indoor pool
  • Services include a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes a sauna
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Canonteign Waterfalls and Country Park and 8 minutes from Dartmoor National Park
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
This apartment offers its guests a water park, an indoor pool, and a spa tub. A sauna, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly apartment.

This Newton Abbot apartment is smoke free.

Property manager

James Gardner

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Indoor Pool
  • Heated pool
  • A hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Theme parks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 646 sq ft (60 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 are welcome for a fee
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • A pet fee will be charged
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

443884

Swallows End - Bolthole with hot tub, pool and sauna Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Victoria R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place
Me and my partner love this place and we been here twice, hot tub and swimming pool is nice. The area is beautiful and would 100% recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
First class
One of the best, and I've stayed in a lot!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Amandeep S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review of our stay for a week
We had a lovely time, the lodge, sauna and swimming pool were excellent. The only thing that let us down was the hot tub. It took over 2 hours to fill it with water. Heating the hot tub was a nightmare. It was a manual fireplace which we used, firelighters, coal, logs, kindling and even fire fluid lighter gel (at our expense) and it was still taking forever to heat up. We resorted to using boiling water from the kettle multiple times and still fell short of getting the hot tub at a nice hot temperature. It took over 3 hours to get the water heated, we felt this was excessive and waste of our time/day. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and only criticism we would give is regarding the got tub, so please consider investing in something more user friendly Thank you Amandeep and Sarwan
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Neil W.

Lovely spot but for 5 star money I expect 5 star standards and it’s not quite there!
The property is lovely but finish is a bit tired/budget, there was very poor wifi/4g and could have been cleaner. Bedding and mattress not very comfortable. Hot tub in the raining was great, lovely garden with stream at the end, very peaceful. The lack of connectivity was our main issue and I think the listing should say the wifi is intermittent at best.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lucy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
40th Birthday Celebrations!
Gorgeous property on the edge of Dartmoor national park. Close to all of the great attractions of Devon and Exeter! Relaxing luscious grounds with great amenities and loved the wood fired hot tub! Would highly recommend this property - had an amazing staycation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021