Swallows Reach

Rating
Sleeps 10
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 5
Pets Yes
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Features

Swimming pool
Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Games Room
Broadband / WiFi

Tracey C
October 2019

“Family holiday”

Just returned after a 7 nights stay at Swallows Reach. The converted barn is very spacious for a large family, accommodation was clean, and the views from the house were amazing. Fantastic dog walking too. There is plenty to do in the area and we ventured out every day being lucky enough to have a sunny week. The property sits at the end of a group of properties, it was quiet and private. We had a wonderful time ...

Just returned after a 7 nights stay at Swallows Reach. The converted barn is very spacious for a large family, accommodation was clean, and the views from the house were amazing. Fantastic dog walking too. There is plenty to do in the area and we ventured out every day being lucky enough to have a sunny week. The property sits at the end of a group of properties, it was quiet and private. We had a wonderful time. Unfortunately there were a few things that could be improved, toaster not fully working, dishwasher trays broken, light bulbs internally and externally not all working- however these are small things and they did not impact on our stay. The property overall externally now looks like it needs some TLC, garden furniture needs sanding and staining so no longer looks as per the photo on the website. The garden however is very well kept. The swimming pool temperature was too cold to really enjoy a swim and there are various holes on the pool floor where tiles have broken off and are missing in both the main pool and toddler pool which I feel is a H&S issue, this allowing the hardcore base of the pool to be exposed. The ladies changing room however, is very clean and the shower lovely and hot. The play park is unusable as the equipment is damaged and needs a good clean. The trampoline area though looks great and very well kept. We did venture into the games room but deliveries had been made of a new mattress and some boxes so felt that we really shouldn’t be in there as it was being used as storage too. Bedrooms are large and bathrooms are great, clean crisp linen on all the beds. The beds in the upstairs family room that myself and my husband used along with our little girl were very uncomfortable, there are 3 single beds appropriate for children. Beds and mattresses are not very good quality which leads to bad nights sleep and bad backs! Our 16 year old son said his feet hung off the end of the bed in the same style room on the ground floor. A book detailing what to do with rubbish, where to collect logs for the burner etc. would have been helpful on arrival. But, saying all that, the property overall is lovely but with some improvements and some tweaks has the potential to be outstanding - the milk and chocolate cake left for us on arrival was a nice thought and very much appreciated
Mr Funnell August 2019

“The accommodation was outstanding and the facilities and garden were amazing.”

Couldn't be bettered.
Mrs Chilcott June 2019

“Our family celebrated my husband birthday at the cottage and we all had a brilliant time thank you!”

All the facilities as were advertised. Really comfortable and quiet location. Sheep and geese wandering in the next fields, amazing! Only a couple of issues. Need a couple of bath mats in the showers over the bath (quite slippery)! A couple of taps need tightening too, also a couple of loose toilet seats! But would recommend to anyone!

Thank you for taking the time to complete your feedback following your stay at Swallows Reach. We have now added a non-slip mat in the bath. Owner relations
Mr Monelle May 2019

“The place was better than we thought.”

Although we did recently find out we were paying almost the same for three days as we would for a week but thats Sykes we are not overly happy with but understand the reasons behind it. The cottage itself was amazing and the owners were superb, would highly recommend this property.
Mr Ling May 2019

“No - all was as it should be.”

The Sykes brochure details were spot on and the quiet rural views from the property were an added bonus.
Mrs Hutchinson April 2019

“Thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Swallows Reach this Easter.”

The accommodation and facilities to include a pool and games room were perfect for everyone, even the dogs enjoyed themselves! We especially liked the bedroom set up, 2 x double rooms and 2 x triple rooms, great for two families with a combination of 3 boys and 3 girls, all rooms were en-suite which was great all round. If staying here, you will need a car to get around even to the local pub as the roads are not particularly safe for walking. Great location for beaches and local towns, we enjoyed a couple of meals in the town of Totnes which in our opinion was better than Kingsbridge. Highly recommend.
Mrs Oconnor March 2019

“We hired Swallows Reach for a family break to celebrate a special birthday.”

We ranged from under one to almost 70 and it was perfect for us all! So clean, lovely facilities (the indoor pool was a massive hit!) and a great location for exploring the South Hams. Tastefully decorated, well equipped and an absolute pleasure to visit with helpful owners available to assist when needed. We’d love to return!
Mr Ramsay January 2019

“Extremely large, comfortable, warm, private and well equipped accommodation surrounded by orchards and open fields.”

Excellent showers and beds, huge kitchen. Wonderful swimming pool which was kept warm enough to use every day even though it was January. Friendly owner; some very small maintenance issues which didn't affect our stay and were reported to him at the end of the holiday.
Mrs Watson December 2018

“There are a few house keeping issues for example loose taps, very dirty and worn out cusions and doors not shutting easily, due to them being swollen the overall appearance of the house was amazing but is let down by these very small things.”

The owners did come to meet us and we're very happy to help with any problems we may have had. I would like to pass on my sincere thanks for them posting some small items that we left behind.
Mr Terry June 2018

“It’s exactly as we imagined a beautiful property in a quiet safe and relaxing location”
Cutlan May 2018

“The owner Brian was very helpful and friendly , Every requirement was available , The setting is beautiful with walks on the doorstep over the 300 acre farm.”
Mr Martin May 2018

“Wonderful holiday home in a perfect location.”
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The property

In a peaceful and secluded setting, a mile from Halwell and 1½ from Harbertonford (PO/shop, pub), two cottages and three superb barn conversions at Bickleigh Farm, all sharing an indoor heated swimming pool (39' x 19' x 3' to 4'6" deep, available 8am to 8pm, closed Tuesday 2pm to 3.15pm and Wednesday 9.15am to 10.30am in term time; occasionally also used by owners' family and friends) with toddlers' splash pool, children's play area (swings, slides, climbing frame), large trampoline and games room (pool table, table tennis, WiFi).

All are on a 300 acre working mixed farm (often lambs, calves and kittens).

Conservation walks with wonderful views to Torbay and Dartmoor have been laid out across the farmland and the properties are positioned to each have their own patio and barbecue area, and share large lawns and garden.

Professional catering available.

These are very special places to stay.

Swallows Reach is a large, handsome cottage converted from a detached barn on the same farm, sharing the pool, games room and play area.

To one side, a big private patio (table/chairs, barbecue) with lovely long rural views to Torbay; at the back, a large open garden, mostly lawn.

Inside, smart and modern with 21st cent.

insulation and comfort.

Three shallow steps up to large glazed doors to open-plan living/dining/kitchen (dishwasher, washing machine, tumble drier, fridge-freezer, gas hob/electric oven) with granite worktops, woodburner, TV/DVD, iPod dock and oak floor.

Stairs (stairgate) up to two bedrooms, both with big beams - a double (zip-linked 6' bed) plus single (can be three singles) with en suite shower-room (suite), and a double (5' bed) with en suite bathroom (suite, shower over bath).

Stairs (stairgate) from living room down to two more bedrooms, both with glazed doors to outside - a double (5' bed) with en suite bathroom (suite, shower over bath), and a double (zip-linked 6' bed) plus single (can be three singles) with en suite shower-room (suite).

Loo.

TV/DVD in all bedrooms. Halwell: small village (church, good food pub, filling station for basic supplies, bus route) in wooded farmland on the A381 between Totnes (town), 7 miles, and Kingsbridge, 6.

Dartmouth (town) and the sea/beach at Blackpool Sands, 7 miles.

Dartmouth Golf and Country Club (indoor pool), 3 miles; also, leisure park (activities, animals).

Central South Hams base.

Floorplans

2nd Floor1st FloorGround Floor

Summary

Three levels
Two first floor bedrooms: 1 x family room with super king double and single (can convert to three singles) with en suite shower room with shower, WC and basin, 1 x king size double with en suite bathroom with bath, shower over, WC and basin
Two lower ground floor bedrooms: 1 x family room with super king double and single (can convert to three singles) with en suite shower room with shower, WC and basin, 1 x king size double with en suite bathroom with bath, shower over, WC and basin
Lower ground floor WC with basin
Ground floor open plan living space with seating area with wood burning stove, dining area and kitchen.
Central heating, underfloor heating with wood burning stove
Fridge-freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Blu-ray, DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair available on request
Off road parking for six cars
Childrens play area, barbecue, indoor pool
Three well behaved dogs welcome
Sorry no smoking
Note: Swimming pool is available from 8am to 8pm, and is closed on Tuesdays from 2pm to 3.15pm and Wednesdays from 9.15am to 10.30am in term time; occasionally the pool is also used by owners' family and friends.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

Halwell

Halwell is a small village in wooded farmland equidistant from the busy little town of Kingsbridge and popular Totnes.

Note: Swimming pool is available from 8am to 8pm, and is closed on Tuesdays from 2pm to 3.15pm and Wednesdays from 9.15am to 10.30am in term time; occasionally the pool is also used by owners' family and friends.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Swallows Reach

Halwell, Devon (Ref. 976144)

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Features

“Family holiday”

“The accommodation was outstanding and the facilities and garden were amazing.”

“Our family celebrated my husband birthday at the cottage and we all had a brilliant time thank you!”

“The place was better than we thought.”

“No - all was as it should be.”

“Thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Swallows Reach this Easter.”

“We hired Swallows Reach for a family break to celebrate a special birthday.”

“Extremely large, comfortable, warm, private and well equipped accommodation surrounded by orchards and open fields.”

“There are a few house keeping issues for example loose taps, very dirty and worn out cusions and doors not shutting easily, due to them being swollen the overall appearance of the house was amazing but is let down by these very small things.”

“It’s exactly as we imagined a beautiful property in a quiet safe and relaxing location”