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✓Barn conversion property located at Tuckenhay Mill in Bow Creek, Devon, England
✓Cluster of country homes and cottages around the mill with listed restored buildings
✓All rooms located on the ground floor for easy accessibility
✓Oil central heating system throughout the property
✓Electricity and hot water included in the rental price
✓Woodburner in living room with initial logs included from October to May; additional logs available at extra charge
✓Living room equipped with TV, DVD player, CD player, and woodburner
✓Kitchen and dining area accessed via 5 steps, featuring microwave, fridge/freezer, additional fridge, dishwasher, and washer dryer
✓French doors from kitchen/dining room leading to cobbled terrace
✓Bedroom 1 with kingsize (5ft) bed and en-suite shower cubicle with toilet
✓Bedroom 2 with double (4ft 6in) bed and en-suite shower cubicle with toilet
✓Bedroom 3 with 2 single (3ft) beds
✓Bedroom 4 with 2 single (3ft) beds
✓Family bathroom with bath and toilet
✓Bed linen and towels included; guests must bring their own towels for swimming pool use
✓Two pints of milk provided on arrival
✓Wi-fi internet access available, limited at times in badminton/games hall
✓Payphone shared with other properties on site
✓2 cots and 2 highchairs available, with additional travel cots and highchairs provided by arrangement
✓Outdoor children’s play areas including swings, climbing frames, slides, Wendy house, and football field
✓Indoor play area with slides, puzzles, pool table, table football, snooker, and table tennis
✓Mother and baby changing facility with walk-in shower/wet room located at indoor pool
✓Roman pool with shallow learning bay available on site
✓Lawned garden with traditional outdoor chess set, cobbled terrace, garden furniture, barbecue, and pizza oven
✓Cold outdoor shower and outdoor barrel sauna in garden
✓Shared grounds include BBQ area and stream; footpath with footbridge leads from garden to Mill facilities
✓Ample on-site parking available for cars and boats
✓On-site laundry room with washing machine and tumble dryer operated by £1 slot meter
✓Access to 60-ft outdoor swimming pool open daily 8am to 8pm from 1 May to 1 October (charges apply)
✓All-weather tennis court on site
✓Indoor leisure complex featuring two heated swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms, drench shower, and Roman pool open daily with extended hours on Wednesdays (charges apply)
✓Waterfall pool available for adults and children over 10 years old accompanied by a swimming adult
✓Hot tub available at the property
✓No smoking policy throughout cottages and all facilities
✓One well-behaved dog allowed per cottage with charges applying; dogs must be kept on a lead around the cottages
✓Stream on site with safety warning for guests
✓Check-in after 17:00 and check-out before 09:30
✓Nearby attractions include golf, surfing beaches about 30 minutes away, coastal footpath access, Dartmoor for walking, climbing, horse riding, rambling, bird-watching, fishing, boating, sailing, windsurfing, historic National Trust houses including Agatha Christie's Greenway, and local vineyard
✓Nearest towns: Totnes (3 miles), Dartmouth (5 miles)
✓Nearest pub (riverside inn and restaurant) within walking distance, less than 1 mile away
✓Village shop located 3.5 miles from the property
✓Property is quality assured with awards for building conversion and conservation; rated 4.8 out of 5 on Trustpilot

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Local Insights: Edgecombe Barn At Tuckenhay Mill

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Dartmouth, 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

Edgecombe Barn At Tuckenhay Mill 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

23m

(75 feet above sea level)

Edgecombe Barn At Tuckenhay Mill sits in a peaceful Devon setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a group getaway.

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Dartmouth

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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 Dartmouth 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: 50.3903920° N | Longitude: 3.66567° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

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

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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 (4:29pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

October Daylight

This month in Dartmouth, you have approximately 10.95 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 Edgecombe Barn At Tuckenhay Mill.

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 Edgecombe Barn At Tuckenhay Mill

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 Edgecombe Barn At Tuckenhay Mill

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Edgecombe Barn At Tuckenhay Mill Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Frequently Asked Questions

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