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Secluded Georgian Rectory between beautiful Dartmoor and South Hams beaches

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Merrifield House
Fresh farm eggs available
Music and fine dining
The other Twin
Making hay!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Ashburton, Devon
  • Dartmoor National Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Buckfast Abbey
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • River Dart Country Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Crib

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded Georgian Rectory between beautiful Dartmoor and South Hams beaches

An idyllic, quiet haven, Merrifield House is a listed Georgian former Rectory offering visitors the rare opportunity to get away from it all, whilst affording easy access to Dartmoor National Park and the beautiful sandy beaches of the South Hams. Whether you are looking for a relaxing holiday or an ‘action packed’ cycling or pet friendly walking holiday, we have everything on our doorstep for both young and old to enjoy. The house has been renovated to an exceptional standard with all original features retained. Fine rural views are afforded out over a large pond and there is a patio area with gas barbecue catching the evening sun. Beyond, are 20 acres of woods and fields for youngsters to burn off energy. Downstairs there are original flagstone and oak floors with open fireplaces and underfloor heating. Rooms are furnished with high quality period furniture including a stunning old dining table. There are both indoor and outdoor games rooms including table tennis and table football.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Newton Abbot

Located in Newton Abbot, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Palace Theatre and Devon Guild of Craftsmen are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Buckfast Abbey and Compton Castle. Travelling with kids? Consider Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary and House of Marbles. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cave exploring nearby.
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Ashburton, Devon

What's nearby

  • Dartmoor National Park - 8 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Buckfast Abbey - 13 min drive - 9.6 km
  • River Dart Country Park - 17 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Dartington Hall Estate and Gardens - 19 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • Staverton Station - 14 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trago Resturant Complex - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Wellington - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The White Hart Buckfastleigh - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dartmoor Halfway Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Riverford Field Kitchen Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Georgian Rectory between beautiful Dartmoor and South Hams beaches pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Georgian Rectory between beautiful Dartmoor and South Hams beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Georgian Rectory between beautiful Dartmoor and South Hams beaches?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Georgian Rectory between beautiful Dartmoor and South Hams beaches located?

This family-friendly Newton Abbot holiday home is located in a rural location, 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Dartmoor National Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary and River Dart Country Park. Cockington Country Park and Stover Country Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Mrs Nicola Cosford

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We moved to Devon with our 3 children approximately 10 years ago and have spent much of that time renovating Merrifield.
Merrifield is our passion and we are constantly updating and upgrading the house and gardens. It gives us great pleasure to share this wonderful place with our guests

Why they chose this property

Merrifield is a former Georgian rectory set in the middle of 20 acres of pasture and woodland. Despite being only a few minutes from the A38 it as an idyllic, quiet haven from which to escape todays frenetic lifestyle. There is no noise or light pollution (only the sound of birdsong our resident owls and some fantastic 'star gazing' on a clear night). If you are really lucky you may even see some very shy Roebuck deer.
Despite its rural location Merrifield affords easy access to Dartmoor right on our door step and the beautiful sandy beaches of the South Hams and the English Riviera.
If you enjoy shopping and sight seeing Plymouth, Exeter and Dartmouth are all just 30 minutes away. If you prefer arts and crafts and antiques, Totnes and Ashburton are closeby.

What makes this property unique

Merrifield has been renovated to a very high standard whilst retaining the unique period feel of the house.The emphasis has been to provide a comfortable, homely atmosphere. Despite only being in the industry for two years we are very proud of our 5 Star Gold Award with Visit England.
There are plenty of outstanding restaurants for fine dining, or Inns and pubs, the nearest being just a mile away. Locally sourced home cooked food is also available on request and we can accept deliveries from Tesco or Sainsburys in time for your arrival.
If you are not familiar with the area we are happy to suggest local attractions and activities for all ages and abilities.

Languages:

English, French, German