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THE OLD POST OFFICE, family friendly, with a garden in Down Thomas
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 5 1399.3 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, National Marine Aquarium
- Place, University of Plymouth
- Place, Hoe Park
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
bedrooms
1 King Bed
bedrooms
1 Double Bed
bedrooms
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom -
Toilet · Shower only
bathrooms
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Garden
Dining area
About this property
THE OLD POST OFFICE, family friendly, with a garden in Down Thomas
This Victorian cottage is situated beside meadows in the South Devon village of Down Thomas and can sleep five people in three bedrooms.
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.
Amenities: Central heating with gas fire. Microwave, fridge-freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair available on request. There is a designated parking space for one car, in addition to road side parking. Enclosed garden with barbecue. Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Region: Devon, with its quiet country lanes, patchwork of lush green fields and sleepy villages is not to be missed. Stately home lovers will be spoiled and why not finish with a scrumptious Devonshire cream tea?
Town: 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.
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.
Amenities: Central heating with gas fire. Microwave, fridge-freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair available on request. There is a designated parking space for one car, in addition to road side parking. Enclosed garden with barbecue. Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Region: Devon, with its quiet country lanes, patchwork of lush green fields and sleepy villages is not to be missed. Stately home lovers will be spoiled and why not finish with a scrumptious Devonshire cream tea?
Town: 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.
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Amenities
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Plymouth
Located in Plymouth, this cottage is near the beach. Cineworld Plymouth and Tinside Lido are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit National Marine Aquarium and National Maritime Aquarium. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Plympton Swimming Pool or Plymouth Pavilions. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Down Thomas, South West England
What's nearby
- Bovisand Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
- Wembury Beach - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
- National Marine Aquarium - 10 min drive - 6.6 km
- University of Plymouth - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
- Hoe Park - 11 min drive - 7.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- The Ships Tavern - 7 min drive
- The Plymstock Inn - 6 min drive
- Odd Wheel - 7 min drive
- The Kings Arms - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Three bedrooms: 1 x king size double, 1 x double, 1 x single. Shower room with shower, WC, basin. Ground floor bathroom with short bath, shower over, WC, basin. Open plan living space with seating area with gas fire, dining area and kitchen.
What makes this property unique
Central heating with gas fire. Microwave, fridge-freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair available on request. There is a designated parking space for one car, in addition to road side parking. Enclosed garden with barbecue. Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Languages:
English
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