THE OLD POST OFFICE, family friendly, with a garden in Down Thomas

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A staircase leading to a door with frosted glass panels, a television, and a chair in a room with a tiled floor.
A two-story house with a stone wall and a parked car in front.
A cozy living room with a sofa and a dining table with chairs. A kitchen with wooden cabinets and appliances is visible in the background.
A neatly made bed with patterned pillows, a bedside lamp, a dresser with a mirror, and a folded towel on the floor.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a large table, and a cozy living space with a sofa and TV.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to South Devon
Sleeps 53 bedrooms3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Internet access
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Down Thomas, South West England
  • Place, South Devon
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bovisand Bay Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Plymouth
    ‪15 min drive‬

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

Kitchen
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.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8614280
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

Plymouth is home to this cottage. Merchant's House and The Box are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Charles Church and Island House. National Marine Aquarium and National Maritime Aquarium are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Down Thomas, South West England

What's nearby

  • South Devon - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bovisand Bay Beach - 7 min drive - 1.7 km
  • National Marine Aquarium - 14 min drive - 10.2 km
  • University of Plymouth - 15 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Hoe Park - 15 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Plymouth Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pier One - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Ship - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lockyers Quay Cookhouse + Pub - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE OLD POST OFFICE, family friendly, with a garden in Down Thomas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at THE OLD POST OFFICE, family friendly, with a garden in Down Thomas?

As of 23 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE OLD POST OFFICE, family friendly, with a garden in Down Thomas on 25 Sept, 2026 start from S$756, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at THE OLD POST OFFICE, family friendly, with a garden in Down Thomas?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE OLD POST OFFICE, family friendly, with a garden in Down Thomas?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE OLD POST OFFICE, family friendly, with a garden in Down Thomas located?

Situated in Plymouth, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Bovisand Bay Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Wembury Beach and South Devon. Jennycliff Beach and Batten Bay Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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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.

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