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✓Seven well-proportioned bedrooms accommodating up to 15 guests, including 3 double bedrooms with 4ft 6in beds, 2 twin bedrooms with 3ft single beds, 1 double + single bedroom, and 1 bunk bedroom with 3ft bunk beds
✓Ensuite bathrooms for all bedrooms: Bedroom 1 with cubicle shower and toilet; Bedroom 2 sharing Jack and Jill ensuite with Bedroom 1; Bedroom 3 with bath and shower over plus toilet; Bedroom 4 sharing Jack and Jill ensuite with Bedroom 3; Bedroom 5 with bath and shower over plus toilet, sharing Jack and Jill ensuite with Bedroom 7; Bedroom 6 with cubicle shower and toilet; Bedroom 7 sharing Jack and Jill ensuite with Bedroom 5
✓Additional separate bathroom with bath, shower over, and toilet
✓Thermostatically controlled electric heating throughout the cottage
✓Woodburner in the living room with logs provided for fuel
✓Electricity included in the rental
✓Superfast WiFi included for guest use
✓43" Smart TV in the living room with deep leather sofas and Bluetooth speaker system
✓32" TV in the kitchen area
✓Fully equipped kitchen with electric range cooker, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, and American-style fridge-freezer
✓Open plan kitchen and living area leading into a dining room with breakfast bar
✓Rear enclosed garden with lawn, decked areas, garden furniture, and charcoal BBQ provided
✓Large paved front patio with outside tables and seating for dining
✓Shared on-site facilities including indoor heated swimming pool with scheduled private access on a rota, sauna, games room, and shared outdoor playground
✓Shared parking on site with electric vehicle charging point available
✓Cot and highchair available for families with young children
✓Pets allowed free of charge, up to 2 pets permitted
✓No smoking allowed anywhere on the property
✓No hen or stag parties permitted
✓Security deposit of £200 required
✓Arrival time after 16:00 and departure time before 10:00
✓Payphone located in the foyer of the heated swimming pool building, shared among estate properties
✓Nearby attractions include South Devon Coast and sandy beaches 3 miles away, Dartmoor National Park, historic towns such as Teignmouth, Exeter, Dawlish, Torquay, and activities like clay pigeon shooting, quad bike safaris, archery, forest activity camps, guided foraging walks, steam train journeys, sailing, fishing, golf, family theme parks, zoos, and Devon pubs and restaurants
✓Major supermarkets deliver directly to the cottage
✓In-house chef available to book for catering at extra cost
✓Barbecue facilities provided on site
✓Quiet valley setting within Ashcombe Country Estate surrounded by rolling Devon countryside, hills, and woodlands
✓Five steps to the entrance of the cottage
✓Customers’ Choice award recipient for multiple years (2022, 2024, 2025, 2026) with an overall guest rating of 4.6 out of 5
✓Welcoming and family-friendly with thoughtful comforts for a seamless and relaxing stay

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Local Insights: Columbia At Ashcombe

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Teignmouth, Devon

Weather & Local Conditions

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever October throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for big group days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A large cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film with the whole group beat a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Columbia At Ashcombe sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share with the whole group.

Location & Elevation

81m

(266 feet above sea level)

Columbia At Ashcombe sits in a peaceful Devon setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a group getaway.

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Teignmouth

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What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Teignmouth are typical Devon lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 50.5991030° N | Longitude: 3.522576° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Teignmouth (Tuesday, 13 October 2026):

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4:28pm

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Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (4:28pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

October Daylight

This month in Teignmouth, you have approximately 10.94 hours of daylight. The shortening days create the perfect excuse for earlier, cosier evenings in.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Columbia At Ashcombe.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Devon. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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About Columbia At Ashcombe

Need To Know

More Group Cottages You May Like

Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

October Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Columbia At Ashcombe

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Columbia At Ashcombe Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Frequently Asked Questions

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