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Mill Lodge at Tuckenhay Mill is a spacious five-bedroom cottage sleeping eight guests along Bow Creek on the River Dart in South Devon. Your dog is welcome to join you at this former paper mill conversion. The property features access to two indoor pools, an outdoor pool and hot tubs within the complex. A stream runs through the mill grounds.

The location sits between Dartmouth and Totnes. Blackpool Sands beach is 20 minutes away by car. Bantham surfing beach takes 30 minutes to reach. A pub is within one mile.

The ground floor has a living room with open fire, kitchen-dining room, conservatory, single bedroom and shower room. Upstairs you'll find a double bedroom with ensuite bath, three more single bedrooms and another shower room.

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About Mill Lodge At Tuckenhay Mill

Mill Lodge at Tuckenhay Mill is a spacious five-bedroom cottage sleeping eight guests along Bow Creek on the River Dart in South Devon. Your dog is welcome to join you at this former paper mill conversion. The property features access to two indoor pools, an outdoor pool and hot tubs within the complex. A stream runs through the mill grounds.

The location sits between Dartmouth and Totnes. Blackpool Sands beach is 20 minutes away by car. Bantham surfing beach takes 30 minutes to reach. A pub is within one mile.

The ground floor has a living room with open fire, kitchen-dining room, conservatory, single bedroom and shower room. Upstairs you'll find a double bedroom with ensuite bath, three more single bedrooms and another shower room. That's five bedrooms and three bathrooms total with dishwasher and microwave in the kitchen.

Greenway (Agatha Christie's house), coastal paths and Dartmoor wilderness are nearby. The complex offers tennis courts, play areas and games rooms.

Mill Lodge suits larger families wanting pools and outdoor space. Your dog can explore the grounds on lead.

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Need To Know

Mill Lodge At Tuckenhay Mill

  • Detached holiday cottage named Mill Lodge at Tuckenhay Mill complex
  • Located in Bow Creek between Dartmouth (5 miles inland) and Totnes (3 miles inland) in South Devon, England
  • Oil central heating system with seasonal charges (£300 per week or £165 for short breaks)
  • Electricity and hot water charges vary by season
  • Ample on-site parking for cars and boats
  • Shared WiFi available with limited connectivity at badminton/games hall
  • Shared payphone available with other properties
  • Access to Tuckenhay Mill complex leisure facilities including two indoor heated swimming pools and one 60-ft outdoor heated swimming pool open from 1 May to 1 October, open 8am to 8pm
  • Hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms, drench shower
  • Roman pool with shallow learning bay open 8:30am to 8:30pm (Wednesdays to 9pm) for all ages under adult supervision
  • Waterfall pool open 8:30am to 6:30pm for adults and children over 10 years accompanied by a swimming adult; charges apply for pool use
  • All-weather tennis court
  • Outdoor children's play areas with swings, climbing frames, slides, Wendy house, and football field
  • Indoor play area with slides, puzzles, pool table, table football, snooker, and table tennis
  • Small garden with patio and shared barbecue facilities
  • Footpath leads from garden via footbridge to Mill facilities and leisure complex
  • Golf, coastal and woodland walking (including Dartmoor wilderness), climbing, horse riding, rambling, bird-watching, swimming, surfing, fishing, boating, sailing, windsurfing
  • Ground floor living room with TV, DVD player, CD player, and open fire with initial fuel included October to May
  • Kitchen and dining room equipped with microwave, fridge/freezer, and dishwasher
  • Conservatory on ground floor
  • Laundry room with washing machine and tumble dryer operated by £1 slot meter
  • Mother and baby changing facility located at indoor pool featuring walk-in shower and wet room
  • Five bedrooms: 1 single bedroom (3ft bed) on ground floor
  • 1 double bedroom (4ft 6in bed) with ensuite bathroom on first floor
  • 2 bedrooms each with two single 3ft beds on first floor
  • 1 single bedroom (3ft bed) on first floor
  • Three bathrooms: ground floor shower room with cubicle shower and toilet
  • First floor shower room with cubicle shower and toilet
  • Ensuite bathroom with bath and toilet in double bedroom
  • Bed linen and towels included; swimming pool towels not included (guests must bring their own)
  • Two highchairs and two travel cots provided; extra travel cots and highchairs available by arrangement
  • Check-in after 16:00 and check-out before 09:30
  • Two pints of milk provided on arrival
  • Pet policy allows one dog per cottage (except Mill Leat), dogs must be kept on a lead around cottages, charges apply
  • No smoking allowed inside cottages or any facilities
  • Located in Bow Creek between Dartmouth (5 miles inland) and Totnes (3 miles inland) in South Devon, England
  • Pub within walking distance (within 1 mile)
  • Village shop 3.5 miles away
  • Nearby attractions and activities include golf, coastal and woodland walking (including Dartmoor wilderness), climbing, horse riding, rambling, bird-watching, swimming, surfing, fishing, boating, sailing, windsurfing
  • Visiting historic National Trust houses including Agatha Christie's Greenway
  • Visiting local vineyard
  • Greenway House and Garden 4.2 miles away (TQ5 0ES)
  • Dartmouth Castle 5.8 miles away (TQ6 0JN)
  • Paignton Zoo 9.5 miles away (TQ4 7EU)
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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their stay at Mill Lodge At Tuckenhay Mill

Two Indoor Pools Plus Outdoor Pool

Access to two heated indoor pools and a 60-foot outdoor pool open May to October with Roman pool featuring shallow learning bay.

Excellent Leisure Facilities On Site

Hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms and drench shower available within the complex alongside tennis court and games rooms for all ages.

Spacious Five Bedroom Layout

Five bedrooms sleeping eight guests with three bathrooms including ensuite, perfect for larger families needing space and flexibility throughout their stay.

Dog Friendly With Grounds To Explore

One dog welcome to stay and explore the mill grounds with stream running through, keeping your pet as part of the family holiday.

Close To Beaches And Dartmoor

Blackpool Sands beach just 20 minutes away, Bantham surfing beach 30 minutes, plus Dartmoor wilderness and coastal paths all within easy reach.

Great For Active Families

Outdoor play areas with swings, climbing frames, football field plus indoor games including pool table, table football and table tennis available.

Getting To Mill Lodge At Tuckenhay Mill

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Mill Lodge at Tuckenhay Mill by car, follow the A381 between Totnes and Halwell. Turn off towards Tuckenhay and follow signs to Bow Creek. The lodge is easily accessible with ample on-site parking for cars and boats upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Totnes, just three miles away from the accommodation. From there, it's a short taxi ride to your South Devon retreat along the River Dart.

Ample on-site parking for cars and boats
Totnes station (3 miles)
Easily accessible from the A381

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Greenway House and Garden
Distance: 4.2 miles
TQ5 0ES
Dartmouth Castle
Distance: 5.8 miles
TQ6 0JN
Paignton Zoo
Distance: 9.5 miles
TQ4 7EU
South West Coast Path
Distance: 5.2 miles
TQ6 0RB
Dartmoor National Park
Distance: 8.5 miles
TQ13 8EN
Blackpool Sands Beach
Distance: 6.1 miles
TQ6 0RG
Totnes Town Centre
Distance: 3.2 miles
TQ9 5SN
Dartmouth Town
Distance: 5.5 miles
TQ6 9PS
Tesco Superstore Totnes
Distance: 3.8 miles
TQ9 5JX
Totnes Railway Station
Distance: 3.0 miles
TQ9 5JY
Dartmouth Steam Railway
Distance: 4.5 miles
TQ9 6DJ
Local Village Shop
Distance: 3.5 miles
TQ9 7HU
Greenway House and Garden
Distance: 4.2 miles
TQ5 0ES
Dartmouth Castle
Distance: 5.8 miles
TQ6 0JN
Paignton Zoo
Distance: 9.5 miles
TQ4 7EU
South West Coast Path
Distance: 5.2 miles
TQ6 0RB
Dartmoor National Park
Distance: 8.5 miles
TQ13 8EN
Blackpool Sands Beach
Distance: 6.1 miles
TQ6 0RG
Totnes Town Centre
Distance: 3.2 miles
TQ9 5SN
Dartmouth Town
Distance: 5.5 miles
TQ6 9PS
Tesco Superstore Totnes
Distance: 3.8 miles
TQ9 5JX
Totnes Railway Station
Distance: 3.0 miles
TQ9 5JY
Dartmouth Steam Railway
Distance: 4.5 miles
TQ9 6DJ
Local Village Shop
Distance: 3.5 miles
TQ9 7HU

Is Mill Lodge At Tuckenhay Mill Right For You & Your Dog

Discover why this cottage is the perfect dog-friendly hot tub retreat for you and your pet

For Families
Children have two indoor heated pools with a Roman pool featuring shallow learning bay open to all ages under supervision. The outdoor 60-foot pool operates May to October. Play areas include swings, climbing frames, slides, Wendy house and football field. Indoor games room has pool table, table football, snooker and table tennis. Two cots and two highchairs provided with mother and baby changing facility at the indoor pool.
Pet Friendly
One dog is welcome to stay at Mill Lodge. Dogs must be kept on a lead around the cottages within the complex. The mill grounds feature a stream running through for exploring. Coastal paths and Dartmoor wilderness are nearby for longer walks. A pub is within one mile walking distance. Additional charges apply for pets and they're not permitted in Mill Leat cottage within the complex.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Mill Lodge At Tuckenhay Mill

The Maltsters Arms

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TQ9 7EQ

The Watermans Arms

Located 2.8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TQ5 0EA

The Steam Packet Inn

Located 3.1 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TQ9 5EW

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Mill Lodge At Tuckenhay Mill

Is Mill Lodge at Tuckenhay Mill pet friendly?
Yes, one dog is welcome to stay at this property. Dogs must be kept on a lead around the cottages within the complex grounds.
How many people does this cottage sleep?
Mill Lodge sleeps eight guests across five bedrooms. The layout includes one double bedroom, four single bedrooms and three bathrooms throughout the property.
What leisure facilities are included?
The complex has two indoor heated pools, a 60-foot outdoor pool, hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms and a drench shower. An all-weather tennis court, outdoor play areas and indoor games room are also available with charges applying for pool use.
What's included in the ground floor layout?
The ground floor features a living room with open fire and TV, kitchen-dining room with dishwasher and microwave, conservatory, one single bedroom and a shower room. A footpath leads from the garden via footbridge to the mill facilities.
What bedrooms are on the first floor?
Upstairs has one double bedroom with ensuite bathroom, three single bedrooms and a shower room. All bed linen and towels are included but you'll need to bring your own swimming pool towels.
How far is the nearest beach?
Blackpool Sands beach is 20 minutes away by car. Bantham surfing beach takes 30 minutes to reach and both offer excellent swimming and water sports opportunities.
What's available for children at the property?
Two cots and two highchairs are provided with extra travel cots available by arrangement. The complex has outdoor play areas with swings, climbing frames, slides, Wendy house and football field plus indoor games room.
Is there parking at Mill Lodge?
Yes, ample on-site parking is available for cars and boats. The property has oil central heating with charges varying by season and check-in is after 4pm with checkout before 9:30am.

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Pet friendly & nearby

Pet Friendly Days Out Near Mill Lodge At Tuckenhay Mill

Not sure where to take your dog on your hot tub break? Here are some handy and important places within easy reach. You'll find pet friendly pubs and cafés, beaches, walks and country parks, plus the nearest vets should you need one. Tire the dog out, then head back for a soak under the stars.

29 places nearby · Mill Lodge At Tuckenhay Mill

Dog Friendly Pubs

Google Places

Proper country pubs near Mill Lodge At Tuckenhay Mill that welcome dogs through the door - ideal for a post-walk pint by the fire.

Sportsmans Arms

Blackawton, Totnes TQ9 7DE, UK

2.4 mi 4.6 (1060)

The Pig & Whistle

Newton Road, Littlehempston, Totnes TQ9 6LT, UK

4.2 mi 4.6 (1282)

The Floating Bridge

Coombe Rd, Dartmouth TQ6 9PQ, UK

4.5 mi 4.5 (1169)

Harbour Light, Paignton

North Quay, Paignton TQ4 6DU, UK

5.6 mi 4.6 (2197)

The Rattery Church House Inn

7 Garden Cl, Rattery, South Brent TQ10 9LD, UK

5.9 mi 4.7 (823)

Chelston Manor

Old Mill Rd, Torquay TQ2 6HW, UK

7.3 mi 4.6 (793)

Places data © Google. "Dog friendly" is based on listing and review text rather than an official flag, so it's always worth ringing ahead to double-check before you travel.

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