Mill Cottage
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About the home
Mill Cottage is an attractive stone cottage on the Colmer Country Estate which consists of a carefully restored 18th century house and converted farm buildings. The estate has 28 acres of its own beautiful and peaceful private grounds which include full access to woodlands, a private fishing lake and meadows.
Mill Cottage has recently undergone complete restoration and is immaculately furnished throughout and extremely well equipped. With views of the outdoor pool from the rear and perfectly situated for the many leisure activities on site. (See further details section for more information)
Mill Cottage is arranged over 3 floors with four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The cottage sleeps 7.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 7, 4 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Bigbury-on-Sea, 9km |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 250m |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | Pets welcome No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Gym, Shared indoor Pool, DVD player |
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| General: | TV, CD player, Pool / Snooker table, Table tennis, Games room |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 4 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 2 family bathrooms |
| Furniture: | Single beds (3), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Shared outdoor pool (heated), Shared garden, Private garden, BBQ, Shared tennis court on site, Private fishing lake / river, Climbing frame, Swing set |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
Ground floor - The front door opens directly into a good size open plan lounge, dining and kitchen area with wooden flooring throughout. The lounge is well furnished with comfortable sofas, colour TV/Video, DVD and CD player. The well-equipped fitted kitchen has an electric oven and hob, fridge with freezer compartment, microwave, dishwasher and a washer/dryer.
First floor - Stairs lead to the first floor with a double room including a king size bed and a single room with bunk beds. Family bathroom including bath with shower over, wash hand basin and toilet.
Second floor - A further set of stairs leads to the second floor with again a double room including king size bed and a single room with a single bed. Family bathroom including bath with shower over, wash hand basin and toilet.
Outside - To the front of the cottage there is a pleasant enclosed garden with patio. There is garden furniture including cushions and parasol and a BBQ for al fresco dining.
Cottage facilities
Electric oven and hob, Microwave, Fridge with freezer compartment, Dishwasher, Washer/dryer Toaster, Kettle, Iron and Ironing board, Colour Television/Video, DVD player with a selection of DVDs and videos in sitting room, Travel cot, Hairdryer.
Laundry facilities on site
Pay-phone on site
Private parking
Private garden with patio furniture and BBQ
Please note we are a non-smoking cottage and well behaved pets are acceptable but are restricted to the ground floor only. A twin dog kennel and run are provided.
Bedlinen and towels (not beach towels) are all included in the price as is electricity.
Locally
300 metres away is a garage shop where you will find a wide range of essential groceries and a cash point ATM machine. Also an excellent Pub serving great food and beer, families welcome. Discounted temporary membership is available at the nearby Dartmouth Golf & Country Club on Green Fees and all their leisure facilities. The nearest of many beautiful sandy beaches is 6 miles away at Bigbury-on-Sea leading to the famous Burgh Island. This is a great place to windsurf, kite-surf or body-board, but also very safe to potter around rock-pooling.
Alternatively head North and you'll be in the wilds of Dartmoor in 15 Minutes.
Further details outdoors:
Wherever you find yourself in the South Hams, by the river or seaside, in the centre of a bustling village or the heart of the countryside, you will find something of interest. The choices on offer are diverse and the settings, with attractions, water sports, museums, coastal walks, boat trips and festivals, adding to that diversity.
Activities on site:
outdoor/indoor heated swimming pools
fitness gymnasium
fishing lake
tennis court
basket ball net
table tennis
walled garden
boules
If you are here with the family then the array of family attractions and entertainment available to you will not disappoint. With over 60 miles of spectacular coastline and the neighbouring Dartmoor National Park, what to do first will be your hardest choice.
Conditions
Short term breaks may be available out of season
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The West Country / Devon region
Wherever you find yourself in the South Hams, by the river or seaside, in the centre of a bustling village or the heart of the countryside, you will find something of interest. The choices on offer are diverse and the settings, with attractions, water sports, museums, coastal walks, boat trips and festivals, adding to that diversity.
The Modbury area
If you are here with the family then the array of family attractions and entertainment available to you will not disappoint. With over 60 miles of spectacular coastline and the neighbouring Dartmoor National Park, what to do first will be your hardest choice.
Here are a few of our favourite places:
The beach at Bigbury Bay :
Check tides in the local directory and plan your outing to fit in with high/low tides. When the tide is high there is still a lot of clean, soft sand, but as it ebbs there are many exciting rock-pools and vast expanses of superb sand. You also get to come back from Burgh Island on the sea tractor! Try The Pilchard Inn for lunch on the island - it used to be a smugglers' haunt. If you enjoy windsurfing, kitesurfing or bodyboarding this beach is for you.
The beach at Mill Bay :
Opposite Salcombe, via East Portlemouth. There is a National Trust carpark, a good beach shop, and for the energetic a 30 minute walk across the fields takes you to the Gara Rock Hotel, where the views are stunning and the refreshments well worthwhile - if you walk back via the coast (45 minutes) you won't be disappointed. Alternatively have lunch at the Millbrook Inn South Pool then catch the little ferry over to Salcombe for a browse. Don't miss the local pubs and museum beneath the Tourist Information Centre in Salcombe.
The beach at South Sands :
Next to Salcombe. Park at the hotel or at the National Trust carpark at Sharpitor Gardens where there is a superb picnic spot with a fantastic view, gardens reminiscent of the Mediterranean, and an interesting museum where children will spend some time doing the quiz and looking for Fred the friendly ghost in the children's area through the secret door. You could hire canoes etc. at south Sands or catch the ferry boat to Salcombe, walking back along the coast lane - once again stunning views.
Dartmoor :
One of Devon’s most spectacular assets, Dartmoor National Park covers around 369 square miles of open moorland, rocky tors and hidden river valleys. Walk along some of the hundreds of miles of public rights of way, climb the majestic tors which rise high above the moor, and experience the view across miles of rolling Devon countryside. Dartmoor is home to plentiful native wildlife, including the famous Dartmoor ponies.
The Round Robin trip :
By boat, ferry, steam train and open-top double decker bus. You can pick this up at Totnes or Dartmouth - we find Totnes more convenient. You can take all day over this, stopping off en route, or nip around in about two hours. There is also a steam train from Buckfastleigh to Totnes with a vintage bus connection.
Morwhellham Quay :
Combined with Buckfast Abbey (of Francis Drake fame) or Cotehele, a National Trust property suitable for dreaming swashbuckling youngsters.
The Aquarium in Plymouth :
Not to be missed - ideal for a rainy day - very new and allegedly the best in the country. It has a fantastic shark tank.
Dartmouth Castle :
You can park up there or if you are more energetic you could park the car in the National Trust carpark at Stoke, walk along the coastal path or track (shorter/easier at 25 minutes), visit the castle then take the ferry into Dartmouth.
The Visitor's Centre at Princetown :
Followed by a trip over Dartmoor (beautiful place) and antique shopping in Ashburton or white water rafting and other adventures at the Dart Country Park.
Woodlands Theme Park and Pennywell Farm :
These are perfect whole days out for children with lots to do rain or shine.
Just a few more...
We love to visit the Dartington Arts Centre, Miniature Pony Centre, Becky Falls and the Eden Project together with Lanhydrock (about one hour drive, but leave early to be there by 10 am, otherwise arrive at 2pm) - and of course all the fantastic coastline walks.
Finally, pamper your tastebuds :
You should not be disappointed if you eat at The California Inn at California Cross, The Ship and The Anchor at Ugborough, the New Inn at Moreleigh, the old Church House at Harbertonford, the Tower Inn at Slapton, the Port Light between Soar Mill and Hope Coves, Pig Finca in Kingsbridge, the Ship and Dolphin at Newton Ferrers and Noss Mayo - and last but by far the least, the Oyster Shack at Easton, on the way to Bigbury - or you could just eat in as Jasmine Chinese Restaurant in Kingsbridge offer a free delivery service too, which can save the day if all else fails. But no doubt you will find favourites of your own - the opportunities appear to be endless. Alternatively you could just go fishing, put your feet up, play the odd game of tennis, take a dip in the pool, read a good book, listen to the birds or some light music and relax in the garden.
Whatever you do - enjoy!
How to get there
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Activities near Modbury
Tennis in town
Watersports
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Reviews
 08 Sep 2011 |
Now our 3rd year of staying at this beautiful location. The house is ideal for either a quiet couple of a family with kids. Pool on the doorstep and loads of places to explore on the estate or in surrounding areas. Close to beautiful coastland and beaches too. All in all a very pleasurable stay enabling us all to unwind gently... Highly recommended. |
02 Sep 2011 |
We have stayed in lots of holiday cottages in the South West but the Colmer Estate is the best and the one we have come back to. Having a relatively small number of properties makes it really special. Mill cottage represents good value if you need extra bedrooms and there was everything we needed. |
01 Sep 2011 |
top class holiday home on beautiful country estate lovely outside swimming pool for sunny days and warm indoor pool for nippier days. the cotttage had everything we needed for a comfortable stay and was well located with easy access to all local attractions such as bigbury salcombe kingsbridge etc. my intial thoughts on arrival into the courtyard of cottages was "we've hit the jackpot here!" and that thought did not evaporate throughout the week even though the weather wasnt too good |
Rental prices
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| July/Aug | 24 Jul 10 | 28 Aug 10 | £ 1200 | - | - | 1 Week |
| August | 28 Aug 10 | 4 Sep 10 | £ 1100 | - | - | 1 Week |
| September | 4 Sep 10 | 11 Sep 10 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week |
| September | 11 Sep 10 | 2 Oct 10 | £ 500 | - | - | 1 Week |
| October | 2 Oct 10 | 23 Oct 10 | £ 400 | - | - | 1 Week |
| October | 23 Oct 10 | 30 Oct 10 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Oct/Nov | 30 Oct 10 | 6 Nov 10 | £ 400 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Nov/Dec | 6 Nov 10 | 18 Dec 10 | £ 300 | - | - | 1 Week |
| December | 18 Dec 10 | 1 Jan 11 | £ 1200 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 1 Jan 11 | 8 Jan 11 | £ 400 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 8 Jan 11 | 19 Feb 11 | £ 325 | - | - | 1 Week | |
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| 15 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week | |
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| 20 Oct 12 | 3 Nov 12 | £ 525 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 3 Nov 12 | 22 Dec 12 | £ 350 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 22 Dec 12 | 5 Jan 13 | £ 950 | - | - | 1 Week | |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Extra £30 to be paid for a dog at the property.
One third payment secures the booking (non-refundable).
£100 refundable security deposit.
Final balance to be paid 60 days prior to holiday.
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Languages spoken   The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2008. This cottage has received 4 reviews from previous guests.  |
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