This apartment is located within a 15-minute drive of Baxter Hall and Hatherleigh Community Centre. The apartment includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Dartmoor National Park - 28 min drive - 20.4 miles
Clovelly Village - 30 min drive - 18.0 miles
North Devon Coast - 31 min drive - 18.7 miles
Saunton Sands - 48 min drive - 28.7 miles
Getting around
Portsmouth Arms Station - 14 min drive
Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 64 min drive
Restaurants
The Bull & Dragon - 8 min drive
Globe Inn - 7 min drive
Rams Head Inn - 1 min walk
Northcote Manor - 13 min drive
Lymington Arms - 13 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Sages - Regency country villa in heart of Dolton
Garden flat on ground floor of Regency villa, sleeping 4-5 people (5th person on an airbed in superking/twin room). Private walled front and side gardens. Shared use of walled rear gardens with Sages house.
Communicating door with Sages house to enable properties to be joined if hired together, to accommodate 10-11 in total.
Sages is a grand 6-bedroom Regency villa with 80ft verandah hidden in an acre of walled gardens, at the very heart of a pretty Devon village of traditional houses in the Torridge Valley. It is great for families as the children can run around the extensive grounds without any danger of traffic.
The building is divided into Sages house (one half) and Sages Flats 1 and 2 (other halves of ground and first floors respectively). Sages house and Sages Flat 1 are available for holiday lets, either separately or together. Sages Flat 1 has private access and a private garden if hired separately. A communicating door enables the whole house to be opened up if hired together.
The house, out-buildings and grounds are also available for venue hire, for parties and weddings (NB: Sages is not currently licensed for wedding services but please enquire if this is of interest as it is our plan). Use for an event requires a minimum of 7 nights booking for both Sages house and Flat 1. Please contact us if you wish to hold an event so that we can discuss parking etc. with you. We can also provide folding tables and chairs, parasols, bunting, some village fete-type games etc. for an additional charge.
The accommodation at Sages Flat 1 comprises: - a large drawing room with period features and working fireplace overlooking the private front garden. - hall, with french doors to front garden - kitchen - bathroom, with shower over bath and with WC - side bedroom off hall, overlooking private side garden (superking / twin beds + optional airbed to make a triple) - rear bedroom off kitchen passage (1 king size bed) - rear hall to courtyard - courtyard parking (1 car) - access to walled gardens (c. 1acre)
If hired together with Sages house, Sages Flat 1 has access to the front hall of Sages house through a communicating door in its drawing room. Please see separate listing for full details of Sages house. Summary details are: - a large drawing room with working fireplace overlooking private front garden - dining room with French windows onto front garden - sunroom, leading onto private walled garden and ground floor shower and WC - kitchen and scullery - master bedroom (superking / twin beds) overlooking front garden, with ante-room that can be used as a nursery if required - second bedroom (superking / twin beds) overlooking front garden, with communicating door into master bedroom plus separate entrance from bathroom landing - third bedroom (superking / twin beds) - bathroom - WC - shower room - extensive walled gardens of 1 acre - 2 acre paddock at the rear of the property, leading down to a stream, which can be used for event parking, fireworks displays etc.
Sages has been our family home for nearly one hundred years. We are at the beginning of a long-term restoration programme so we have set our rates and policies to reflect its element of "shabby chic" and families with young children are very welcome! Sages flat is furnished more basically than Sages house so its rates are correspondingly lower.
The apartment is heated and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an electric kettle. Housekeeping is available on request.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
This property welcomes pets
2 total pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: Pets taken ONLY BY owner's prior written approval
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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Events by prior arrangement. Event fees may apply.
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 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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99.
Note from host: Events by prior arrangement. Event fees may apply.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do around this apartment?
This apartment is located in Winkleigh, close to RHS Garden Rosemoor.
Is there parking available at this apartment?
No, there isn't parking available at the apartment.
Is this apartment associated with a casino?
No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?
No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.
What do couples enjoy most about Sages - Regency country villa in heart of Dolton?
There are many amenities for couples at this apartment, including a fireplace and access to a chef in each apartment with some featuring fireplaces.
Does Sages - Regency country villa in heart of Dolton have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.
Does this apartment include breakfast service?
This apartment offers breakfast for a surcharge.
Does this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this apartment.
How far is the airport from this apartment?
The closest major airport to this apartment is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.), which is about 29.1 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Sages - Regency country villa in heart of Dolton?
Yes, every apartment at Sages - Regency country villa in heart of Dolton comes with a balcony.
Sages - Regency country villa in heart of Dolton Reviews
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Reviews
8/10 Good
cathy v., england
Oct 2, 2024
No Ikea here👍
Very comfortable furniture. Lovely features like the aga. It didnt want for anything, very well equipped. Not enough room in the bedroom with kingsize bed. Only one bedside cabinet. Extremely quiet and peaceful. Good amenities in the village. Wifi not the best.
cathy v.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nigel M.
Aug 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Village life for a work project
Perfect place for me to work. Lots of space for one person (or 2). Cozy Aga. Atmospheric large gardens. Excellent and delightful on site manager. This is old fashioned and hasn’t been decorated for a while. But a well equipped kitchen set up. Excellent large kitchen table and endless possibilities to cook on the Aga. Note a modern oven, hob and microwave were there too. Friendly village. Two pubs. Long deepest Devon walks. Quite a way on little roads to get anywhere. I was there five weeks and was sad to go. That’s a recommendation!
Nigel M.
Stayed 35 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ian H.
Aug 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Highly Recommended
Lovely place - very much a 'period piece'! Another reviewer mentions "shabby chic" - and while it certainly is a good description, I believe the place HAS had a good makeover!
Everything was superb and appliances etc seemed new.
Lovely situation and the village was lovely - 2 pubs, shop, butcher and a gorgeous church!
Beware that there IS a new hob in the kitchen, but also a fully functioning Aga that is always on! In winter that would be splendid, but on even on just a warm day it can be overpowering (heat), especially in the kitchen. That said, we cooked a few meals using it and never used the new hob!!! :)
They bent over backwards to help and I highly recommend.
Ian H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Tony B.
Sep 21, 2020
Very peaceful cottage and village.
Reasonably well equipped flat with private garden. Definitely shabby-chic but understand significant improvements scheduled.
Good comms with Richard the owner who was very helpful.
Royal Oak pub very friendly m, well stocked village store.
45-60 mins drive from main surf beaches
Tony B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
roger S.
Aug 16, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Period Property and lovely garden
Lovely Period Property with stunning mature gardens a stone's throw from two local pubs serving very good food. a well stocked local shop open until 8pm to get provisions
Although the beaches were a little drive away , it certainly beats the rat race to find a place to stay in the summer months and at a very reasonable cost , although the property was fully equipped with washing machine , dishwasher and lots of extra touches we were not expecting and would be a very comfortable accomodation all year around Well done Richard and your team A*****
roger S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Gary R., Bedford, Bedfordshire, England
Aug 11, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing service from start to finish. Property, location and landlord excellent.
Amazing service from start to finish. Will use Homeaway again for sure 😁
The location, property and landlord (Richard) were perfect would def stay at this property and location again 😁
Gary R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Sally W.
Sep 14, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Fab location
Lovely few days in great little village. 2 good pubs, excellent walks and small store. Flat was well equipped and clean with lovely garden. Currently going through a refurb so even better next time. 👍🙂
Sally W.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Allen & Diane L., N. Scituate
Aug 1, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Sages is a beautiful home and flat in the peaceful village of Dolton
My husband & I spent 3 days/2 nights in the apartment at Sages this month and our short visit to Dolton was wonderful. The decor was in keeping with the charm and character of the home, yet the bathroom and kitchen had been updated with new appliances and conveniences. The gardens were beautiful with flowers, shrubs and magnificent old trees everywhere you looked. We enjoyed morning coffee in the garden overlooking the countryside, quiet walks and watched a farmer tend to his field in the distance. The pubs and little general store which carried practically everything you could need, were within walking distance in the village and Dartmoor, Exmoor and the beautiful beaches of North Devon were not too far for day trips by car. Coming from the US we were happy to have discovered this gem and hope to return again one day for a longer visit.
Allen & Diane L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
May 3, 2019
Quaint Property
Located in a fabulous village - all thatched cottages, a great pub with friendly locals, great beer and wine and fab food. A small supermarket, and really good walks
The property is dated - in a 1940s kind of way, with modern and very comfy beds - no criticism but do not arrive expecting "modern".
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
10/10 Excellent
Andrew M.
Sep 2, 2018
Oasis of calm in the rolling Devon countryside
We loved our 2 night stay in Sages, a stop-off on the Devon Coast to Coast cycle ride. The house is charming and well-equipped including a dishwasher which meant we didn't have to shout at the kids to wash up all the time. The verandah and private garden are perfect for reading the paper over a cup of coffee and you could easily spend an hour or two exploring the walled garden and the grounds. Two pubs and a well-stocked shop within walking distance- we suggest you book if you fancy the Rams Head as we couldn't get in!
Andrew M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Scott T.
Aug 13, 2018
Really comfortable and beautiful area with the Tarka trail next to the house
We had a few nights stay at this delightful cottage which was very comfortable and cosy. Situated in rural countryside with some very nice pubs in the surrounding areas, one within walking distance. The house catered for all out needs with very comfy beds with large thick towels provided. The house has a large log stove and two fridge/freezers and a local cockerel which is very vocal first this in the morning. Not far to some great beaches like Instow. Appledore, Lynton and Clovelly are all an hours drive away and are a great day out. Thanks for a lovely stay, we will come back again next year.
Scott T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
8/10 Good
Jonathan F.
Aug 6, 2018
Great location great hoise
Great location and great house. Lots of character and just as required.
Jonathan F.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
6/10 Okay
Wesselina et Ben W.
Jun 1, 2017
Lovely old villa in beautiful village with an excellent pub round the corner
Although a beautiful house the overall comfort could be better. There were several minor shortcomings such as the lack of the advertised dishwasher, no wall socket in the bathroom for shaving or drying your hair, lack of small bins in the bedrooms as well chairs or hooks for your clothes in the bedrooms, the same in the bathroom (bin ok) and no manuals of the appliancies.
But overall we enjoyed our stay, loved the garden and the village.