The Old Post Office, a property with barbecue facilities, is situated in Turnchapel, 10 km from Plymouth Pavilions, 10 km from Cathedral Church of St Mary and St Boniface, as well as 11 km from Marsh Mills. This 3-star holiday home offers a garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Plymouth Hoe is 9.2 km away. The spacious holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. The accommodation is non-smoking. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Turnchapel, like golfing, cycling and fishing. Port Eliot Gardens is 32 km from The Old Post Office, while Cotehele House is 35 km from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 75 km from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.0
High score for Turnchapel
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  • Anthony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location and very clean property with all the facilities required. Comfortable, safe and cosy cottage. Great garden for relaxing in.
  • Gill
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    warm and cosy. good beds. enjoyed cooking in the evenings
  • Katharine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location, beautiful cottage, comfortable beds . Amazing garden. Easy to park. Clean and warm. Good communication from owner.

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 76,933 reviews from 21780 properties
21780 managed properties

Company information

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Property information

The Old Post Office is a Victorian cottage, one of five around a courtyard on the edge of the South Devon village of Down Thomas. The cottage sleeps five people in three bedrooms, two double and a single with an upstairs shower room and a downstairs bathroom. On the ground floor is an open plan living space with seating area with gas fire, a dining area and a kitchen. Outside is a small seating area at the front with table and chairs and a path to a lawn with barbecue. Close to Plymouth, The Old Post Office is an excellent base for a coast and city break in South Devon. Note: Shorter than average bath. Limited clothes hanging/storage - Bookings from contractors etc. who are seeking accommodation whilst they are working in the South-West will not be accepted.

Neighbourhood information

Surrounded by the rugged beauty of Dartmoor, the glorious countryside of the South Hams and the vibrant scenery of the South Devon coast, Plymouth offers the perfect mixture of maritime heritage and natural beauty in a vibrant city environment.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Old Post Office
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Additional bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
  • DVD player
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Heating
Outdoors
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Outdoor & View
  • View
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
Safety & security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

The Old Post Office takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

No cots or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Old Post Office accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about The Old Post Office

  • The Old Post Office offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beach

  • The Old Post Office is 1.3 miles from the centre of Turnchapel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Old Post Office is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The Old Post Office has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at The Old Post Office may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Old Post Office can accommodate the following group size:

    • 5 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.