Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns.
Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns. In an evening, relax next to the cosy wood burner.. All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, CD Player, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Doors Leading To Patio
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Fuel for wood burner available locally. Travel cot and highchair. Use of tumble dryer (shared). Small front and rear patio with garden furniture and BBQ. Games room with table tennis, pool table and table football (shared). Indoor heated swimming pool (shared, 38ft x 16ft, with changing and shower facilities, open all year round 9am - 8pm). Young children’s play area with climbing frame. 2 electric car charging points. Ample parking. No smoking.. "Outstanding variety... situated in beautiful rolling Devon countryside and offering easy access to the many beaches of South and East Devon and the untamed beauty of Dartmoor. With a heated indoor swimming pool and quality recreational facilities, Newhouse Barton has it all"
Whether seeking an active family holiday or a relaxing weekend to recharge the batteries, Newhouse Barton is the perfect location from which to explore the South Hams, the Dart Estuary and Dartmoor. Located midway between Totnes and Newton Abbott, this collection of sympathetically and carefully restored barns and farm cottages enjoy a superb range of on-site facilities including a Roman-style heated indoor swimming pool (no additional charge), a traffic-free and child-friendly setting with young children’s play area and a furnished games room with pool table, table tennis, table football and toys for younger guests.
Nearby there is a range of quality restaurants and pubs serving an excellent range of food to suit all tastes and budgets. The surrounding area offers a beguiling mix of attractions to suit all tastes and ages. The seaside towns and villages from chic Salcombe to Torquay on the ‘English Riviera’, with its palm trees and sub-tropical plants, emanate a Mediterranean feel. Totnes is a 10-minute drive away, with a medieval castle and a thriving arts and crafts scene. Teignmouth is a traditional Victorian seaside resort with a nature reserve at Dawlish Warren, a hotspot for bird watching. Exeter has a world famous cathedral, quays and a shopping centre. For the more active, there’s surfing at Bigbury or visit Haldon Forest, with its cycle and nature trails and Go Ape! For the children, Torbay is easily reached, with Paignton Zoo and Living Coasts.
The wild beauty of Dartmoor is 20 minutes away with its abundance of wildlife and dramatic landscapes. Numerous National Trust properties are close by including Agatha Christie’s Greenway. Steam trains travel from Kingswear to Paignton and Totnes to Buckfastleigh. Visit historic Dartmouth with bustling boat harbour, castle, contemporary art galleries and boutiques. Salcombe with its beaches, sailing and watersports is also easily accessible, as well as Blackpool Sands, Slapton and picturesque Dittisham with its annual crab catching competition. Slightly further afield, East Cornwall and the Eden Project are within an hour’s drive, and the East Devon coast is easily accessible with its unique fishing port at Beer and beaches at Sidmouth and Branscombe. Local shops 1½ miles.
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About the area
Newton Abbot
Located in Newton Abbot, this cottage is in a rural area and by the ocean. Palace Theatre and Bygones Victorian Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Compton Castle and Totnes Castle. Travelling with kids? Consider Newton Abbot Leisure Centre, or check out an event or a game at Torquay United FC.
Does Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns. have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool.
Is Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns. located?
Located by the ocean, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Compton Castle, Newton Abbot Leisure Centre, and Decoy Country Park. Cockington Country Park and Totnes Castle are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Absolutely loved our holiday at Rook! The owner communicated prior to our visit and everything was j
Absolutely loved our holiday at Rook! The owner communicated prior to our visit and everything was just perfect. Would thoroughly recommend.
Nicola Faulkner
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Charlotte
4 Aug 2025
Lovely cottage, well equipped kitchen and relaxing living space.
Lovely cottage, well equipped kitchen and relaxing living space. Swimming pool and games room were the highlight of the holiday. Good location to access days out in South Devon. Highly recommend this cottage and welcome information provided by the owners
Charlotte
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jessica
30 July 2020
We had a great time staying at Rook.
We had a great time staying at Rook. The cottage had everything we needed and was plenty big enough for our family of four.
The swimming pool was lovely and warm and a good size for both learners and capable swimmers. We also made good use of the outdoor play equipment.
The cottage was well located for visiting the local area with a range of options not far away.
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Jessica
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John
7 June 2020
Another fantastic holiday in Devon; we love Rook Cottage so much.
Another fantastic holiday in Devon; we love Rook Cottage so much. It has been refitted with a second bedroom and an amazing bathroom which has been beautifully decorated.
There is always such a sense of space in Rook Cottage, which is so restful. We have already booked to come back again next year!
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John
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marie
25 Oct 2019
The Cottage was lovely a lot larger than we expected.
The Cottage was lovely a lot larger than we expected. All very clean and modern. Lots of equipment provided in the kitchen and even toys/games/books for the children. It was lovely having the fire as well made it very cosy! We will definitely be back to stay in this cottage again in the future.
Marie
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
NICOLA
22 July 2019
Excellent comfortable cottage with a well equipped kitchen and games for kids.
Excellent comfortable cottage with a well equipped kitchen and games for kids.
Swimming pool and games room a great bonus for the children.
Wonderful and peaceful location for exploring this area of Devon. Would recommend.
NICOLA
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Graham
28 June 2019
Excellent, smart and spacious, cottage for our one week holiday exploring Devon.
Excellent, smart and spacious, cottage for our one week holiday exploring Devon. Quiet and rural location was great setting for our family of four, two adults and two kids (age 8 and 12). Would be delighted to stay again in future.
Graham
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Lizzie
28 Apr 2019
Lovely well equipped and modern cottage.
Lovely well equipped and modern cottage. Facilities for toddlers are excellent, particularly the play room and the cottage was also well stocked with toys. The complimentary welcome basket on arrival was a nice touch, only ask would be for the swimming pool to open at 8am rather than 9am.
Lizzie
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Victoria
23 Mar 2019
Lovely, spacious cottage with a high quality finish and very well equipped.
Lovely, spacious cottage with a high quality finish and very well equipped. It was very quiet and peaceful but well-located for day trips both inland to Dartmoor and to the coast. The swimming pool was a massive bit with the whole family.
Victoria
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bruce
11 Mar 2019
The photos did not do it justice.
The photos did not do it justice. It was beautiful and great attention to detail. A few cob webs and ants but that was the only reason we scored 8.
We will defiantly come back loved our stay.
Bruce
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Heather
10 Mar 2019
We had a great week at Rook cottage, very comfortable and a well equipped kitchen.
We had a great week at Rook cottage, very comfortable and a well equipped kitchen. The swimming pool was an added bonus and had it all to ourselves when we used it. Although we didn't have any children with us, it would be brilliant for a family, the safe play area and the leisure room are ideal, and there was a highchair and travel cot in the cottage. It was nice to have everything on the same level. It was very quiet and had ample of parking. The only downside is you can't walk into the town and the roads are very narrow.
Heather
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
27 Nov 2018
Amazing cottage, we really enjoyed ourself.
Amazing cottage, we really enjoyed ourself. Defo recommend others to go if u are looking for a calm peaceful place thats the one.
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