What are the check in and check out times?

Check in is at 4pm on the day of your arrival and check out is at 10am.

How many cars can park at the property?

There is ample parking for around 8 cars on the main drive, with additional parking available at the annex entrance for another 2-4 cars.

Are children welcome?

Children are very welcome at Avonley House. Please bring your own cots and highchairs for infants. Please note, parents should supervise children at all times due to the large pond with fountain, hot tub and dip tank in the grounds.

Up to three well-behaved dogs are allowed at Avonley House, subject to a fee of £25 per dog. Dogs are not allowed upstairs or on soft furnishings. The lawn area is fully enclosed. Please remove any mud or sand in the outdoor shower area before allowing dogs back in the house.

Are stag and hen parties allowed?

Sorry, Avonley House is not suitable for hen or stag parties. We politely ask that this is respected.

Can I arrange a supermarket delivery to the house?

Yes, you can order online with Tesco or Morrisons for a delivery direct to the house. We usually suggest booking a delivery for after 4pm on the day of arrival.

How many guests can sit at the dining table?

The dining table can seat up to 18 guests.

Can you recommend any local places to eat out?

Yes, we'd recommend the following pubs and restaurants, all within a short distance of the property: The Crabshell, Kingsbridge The Church House Inn, Churchstow The Sloop Inn, Bantham The Journey's End Inn, Ringmore

Are there any staff who live on site?

The full-time gardener lives in a studio behind the house and the owners sometimes stay in the converted stables which are located in the next door field to the house. They are respectful of your privacy.

What is the nearest train station?

The nearest train station is Totnes (13 miles).

What is the nearest airport?

The nearest airport is Exeter (42 miles).

Will you hold a damage deposit during our stay?

Yes, we ask to hold a cautionary deposit of £1,000 during your stay at Avonley House. This is requested just two weeks prior to your stay, and is returned shortly after, assuming no damage to the property or its contents (see our Booking T&Cs for more information).

You can check availability and pricing and place your booking request online, or by calling our team on 01242 352 747. When booking, we ask for a deposit of 33% of the total price, with the balance due 12 weeks prior to your stay (or the full balance when booking within 12 weeks of your stay).

Avonley House The South West

Devon valley views close to the coast

There’s so much to love at Avonley House in rural Devon. If peaceful valley views are on your must-have list, it’s a big tick. If a natural five-acre playground appeals, it’s for you. And if entertainment options are important, the tennis court, TV room, hot tub and sauna truly deliver.

When you arrive in this unspoilt corner of Devon and walk into Avonley House, you can’t help but relax. Spread yourselves out across the main house and the attached self-contained family annex (perfect for those who want a bit more space of their own). Reconvene in the inviting family room before lunch in the orangery that sweeps across the back of the house and has a comfy seating area at the other end. From here, step out and enjoy the gardens. Take a dip in the wood barrel hot tub, play croquet on the lawn, or follow the woodland and wild meadow trail. Swelter in the sauna before dunking in the dip tank or under one of the woodland cold water showers. As afternoon turns to evening, search out the sundowner spot, where you can gather round the firepit and watch spectacular sunsets.

At bedtime, the eight comfortable bedrooms, most with dual aspect views and ensuites, are ready to sweep you off into sweet dreams. Awake to birdsong and take your coffee and croissants onto the breakfast terrace among the azaleas.

It's a short drive to the best Devon beaches and when you get back all sandy, there’s an outdoor ‘shower shack’ with hot water showers that the kids and the dogs will love. It’s thoughtful details like this that make Avonley House a special place for a multi-generational family get-together or for two or three families together.

Larger group?

There’s the option to book the converted stables in the grounds of the house which can accommodate an extra five guests in two bedrooms, for an additional charge (subject to availability). The stables has its own open-plan living/dining/kitchen as well as a private patio and hot tub. There's also the option to use a yurt in the grounds (summer only) if booking the stables. Please contact us for more details.

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What we think

A stone’s throw to Salcombe and the other highlights of South Devon, Avonley is sun-trap of a house, with exquisite views, lush gardens and warm characterful interiors. And with surrounding meadows, a short walk to the pub, a barrel sauna, and a tennis court…there’s something for everyone whatever the weather.

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Sitting Room

Hot Tub

Dining Room

Living Area

Sauna

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Terrace

List of Bedrooms & Floor Plans (PDF)

What to Expect

We’ve tried to think about everything to make your stay at Avonley House just perfect. In all of our big houses to rent, we provide all the essential features to cater for a large group. Here’s a list of all the practical provisions we have at the house. If there’s anything you can’t see here but need, just ask as we’ll see what we can do.

Luxury bed linen, bath towels and bath robes
Newly renovated, fully fitted kitchen
Dining table that seats up to 18 guests
Log burner in the sitting room (logs provided)
Wi-Fi
TV room with large Smart TV with Netflix and Amazon
Separate Smart TV in the self-contained annex with all Sky channels
Books and games
Alexa Bluetooth music system
Hot tub (seats 4-5)
Wood barrel sauna (seats 6-8), dip tank and two outdoor cold water showers amongst the trees
Outdoor double shower shack at the back of the house
Tennis court
Large gas BBQ (gas provided) and several firepits (logs provided)

Location

Set in five acres of stunning grounds in a small village in the South Hams, close to the beautiful beaches of south Devon.

House FAQs

What are the check in and check out times?

Check in is at 4pm on the day of your arrival and check out is at 10am.
How many cars can park at the property?

There is ample parking for around 8 cars on the main drive, with additional parking available at the annex entrance for another 2-4 cars.
Are children welcome?

Children are very welcome at Avonley House. Please bring your own cots and highchairs for infants. Please note, parents should supervise children at all times due to the large pond with fountain, hot tub and dip tank in the grounds.
Are pets allowed?

Up to three well-behaved dogs are allowed at Avonley House, subject to a fee of £25 per dog. Dogs are not allowed upstairs or on soft furnishings. The lawn area is fully enclosed. Please remove any mud or sand in the outdoor shower area before allowing dogs back in the house.
Are stag and hen parties allowed?

Sorry, Avonley House is not suitable for hen or stag parties. We politely ask that this is respected.
Can I arrange a supermarket delivery to the house?

Yes, you can order online with Tesco or Morrisons for a delivery direct to the house. We usually suggest booking a delivery for after 4pm on the day of arrival.
How many guests can sit at the dining table?

The dining table can seat up to 18 guests.
Can you recommend any local places to eat out?

Yes, we'd recommend the following pubs and restaurants, all within a short distance of the property:

The Crabshell, Kingsbridge

The Church House Inn, Churchstow

The Sloop Inn, Bantham

The Journey's End Inn, Ringmore
Are there any staff who live on site?

The full-time gardener lives in a studio behind the house and the owners sometimes stay in the converted stables which are located in the next door field to the house. They are respectful of your privacy.
What is the nearest train station?

The nearest train station is Totnes (13 miles).
What is the nearest airport?

The nearest airport is Exeter (42 miles).
Will you hold a damage deposit during our stay?

Yes, we ask to hold a cautionary deposit of £1,000 during your stay at Avonley House. This is requested just two weeks prior to your stay, and is returned shortly after, assuming no damage to the property or its contents (see our Booking T&Cs for more information).
How do I book?

You can check availability and pricing and place your booking request online, or by calling our team on 01242 352 747.

When booking, we ask for a deposit of 33% of the total price, with the balance due 12 weeks prior to your stay (or the full balance when booking within 12 weeks of your stay).