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✓Five bedrooms including 1 bedroom with a 4ft 6in double bed and 2ft 6in single bed with dressing area and French doors to balcony
✓One kingsize bedroom with 5ft bed
✓Three bedrooms each with 2 single 3ft beds
✓Three bathrooms: one ground floor shower room with cubicle shower and toilet, one separate toilet on ground floor, and one first floor bathroom with bath and toilet
✓Living room with TV, DVD player, CD player, and open fire
✓Second living room with TV
✓Dining room on ground floor
✓Kitchen with electric range, microwave, fridge/freezer, additional fridge, dishwasher, breakfast area, and French doors leading to patio
✓Utility room with washer dryer
✓Two travel cots and two highchairs included, with additional cots and highchairs available by arrangement
✓Oil central heating system (charges apply seasonally)
✓Initial fuel for open fire included from October to May
✓Wi-fi internet access available (limited at times in badminton/games hall)
✓Bed linen and towels included (guests must bring own towels for swimming pool use)
✓Private parking on site with ample space for cars and boats
✓Pets allowed: one well-behaved dog per cottage (except Mill Leat), charges apply, dogs must be kept on a lead around the cottages
✓No smoking allowed anywhere on the property or facilities
✓Private stream located within the mill grounds
✓Patio and garden with garden furniture and shared BBQ area
✓Part of a cluster of sympathetically restored listed mill buildings converted to holiday cottages
✓Extremely spacious cottage retaining original building features
✓Check-in from 17:00 and check-out before 09:30
✓Shared on-site leisure complex including heated indoor Roman pool (open 8:30am–8:30pm, extended to 9pm Wednesdays) with shallow learning bay, and heated Waterfall pool (open 8:30am–6:30pm) for adults and children over 10 accompanied by adult swimmer (charges apply)
✓60-ft outdoor swimming pool open seasonally from 1 May to 1 October, 8am to 8pm
✓Shared hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms, and drench shower in leisure complex (charges apply)
✓Mother and baby changing facility with walk-in shower/wet room at indoor pool
✓Indoor play and games area with slides, puzzles, pool table, table football, snooker, and table tennis
✓Outdoor children’s play areas with swings, climbing frames, slides, Wendy house, and football field
✓Shared laundry room with washing machine and tumble dryer operated by £1 slot meter
✓Shared payphone available on site
✓Nearby attractions include historic National Trust houses such as Agatha Christie's Greenway, local vineyard, golf, horse riding, fishing, boating, sailing, windsurfing, and surfing beaches within 20–30 minutes’ drive
✓Pub within 1 mile and Riverside inn and restaurant within walking distance
✓Extensive coastal footpath access nearby
✓Suitable for larger parties, families, couples, walkers, ramblers, bird-watchers, swimmers, surfers, horse riders, golfers, fishing, boating, sailing, and windsurfing enthusiasts

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Local Insights: Tuckenhay Mill House

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Dartmouth, Devon

Weather & Local Conditions

15°C

Mainly clear

Updated: 28 Aug 2026, 3:05am

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15.30°C

Temperature

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9 km/h

Wind Speed

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96%

Humidity

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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 August 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

Tuckenhay Mill House 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)

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

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23m

Elevation

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Dartmouth

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

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 (Friday, 28 August 2026):

5:21am

Sunrise

6:10pm

Golden Hour

7:10pm

Sunset

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5:21am

Sunrise

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7:10pm

Sunset

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6:10pm

Golden Hour

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 (6:10pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

August Daylight

This month in Dartmouth, you have approximately 13.81 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Tuckenhay Mill House.

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 Tuckenhay Mill House

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

August Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Tuckenhay Mill House

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Tuckenhay Mill House Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Frequently Asked Questions

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