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Yennadon

Yennadon

4.8
out of 5
Ratings from 31 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.9
Comfort
4.6
Condition
4.7
Location
4.8
Value
4.7
Customer
Service
4.9


As the Gitcombe Estate appears through the dense trees that border its long drive, it’s clear you've arrived somewhere very special. The setting, in its own private valley, is both magical and instantly relaxing with beautiful rural views stretching as far as the eye can see. Recently listed in The Times' 50 Best Cottages for Summer feature, the cottages themselves are stylish, luxurious, and, despite their high level of sophistication, wonderfully child-friendly. The location is pretty special too being less than five miles from the bistros and boutiques of the yachting town of Dartmouth and roughly the same to the award-winning and beautiful bay at Blackpool Sands. The eight stylish cottages boast luxurious bathrooms and designer kitchens and share facilities that could rival a five star hotel with an elegant pool house complete with indoor heated pool, Klafs sauna and steam rooms, outdoor sundeck with hot tub, outdoor pool, tennis courts and pre-bookable beauty treatments. Gitcombe is as enchanting for kids as it is for their parents thanks to the carved wooden playground, indoor soft play room and opportunity to play spot the moo cow across the valley whilst splashing about in the outdoor hot tub.


Accommodation Overview:

Yennadon sleeps 4 plus infants in 1 double and 1 twin bedroom. Like all the properties at Gicombe, Yennadon is finished to a high standard with a contemporary granite-topped kitchen with double door American fridge/freezer, microwave, Miele dishwasher, washer/dryer, Fisher & Paykel ceramic hob & oven. The dining and living area is open planned providing an light an airy space complete with TV, Freeview channels, DVD & CD and wood burning stove. French doors from dining/sitting room open to decked balcony with wooden chairs & table which offers lovely views over the grounds and is perfect for alfresco dining and cooking with its wall-mounted BBQ. There are 2 bathrooms one ensuite from the double and a family bathroom both with wooden floors.

Short breaks of 3-4 nights are available between Sept-May annually, with shorter stays (min 2nts) and flexible arrival days accommodated Nov-Mid March. See prices tab for more details and use 'Ask the Owner a Question' under 'Owners' tab for special requests.

PLEASE NOTE: Gitcombe provides un-assembled ‘pop up’ style travel cots, so please be aware that you will need to erect the cot before bedtime.

Lovely lovely holiday.

Review submitted on Sat, 17 Aug 2024
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A lovely place. Fabulous setting with immaculately presented properties and a whole range of additional recreational facilities. The owners and staff are charming and endlessly helpful. A really very special holiday which we have returned to many times.

Francesca from Twickenham stayed at Yennadon for 7 nights in August 2024


40th birthday

Review submitted on Tue, 09 Jan 2024
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Such an amazing place. Owners and manager Emma are all fabulous. So helpful. The setting itself it stunning. Beautiful walks and brilliant facilities. Can't wait to go again..

Vanessa from Cullompton stayed at Yennadon for 3 nights in January 2024


Short stay in Gitcombe Estate

Review submitted on Wed, 29 Nov 2023
4.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A lovely relaxing location. Perfect for exploring the coast and countryside of this part of Devon. The property was excellent and well equipped with everything we needed.

Geoffrey from Chippenham stayed at Yennadon for 4 nights in November 2023


One week in November at Yennadon

Review submitted on Mon, 20 Nov 2023
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a great week in Yennadon cottage in mid November 2023. The cottage was lovely and cosy and we had enough space between two adults and a toddler (18 months).

The place was really clean and everything you need to make it a home away from home is provided. The fire is a lovely touch too.

The swimming pool is great and a nice temperature so our toddler had no problem using it. The soft play area is an excellent addition too for everyone to burn off some energy!

The grounds are immaculate and great for a stroll around, while the surrounding area is gorgeous. We took trips to Dartmouth, Blackpool Sands, Paignton Zoo, etc. If you need any essentials too there are supermarkets just a 10 min drive from the cottages.

We will be definitely looking to hopefully go back again in the future.


Graeme from London stayed at Yennadon for 6 nights in November 2023


Perfect place

Review submitted on Sat, 05 Aug 2023
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
My family booked out the Gitcombe estate for a reunion. We could have not asked for a better experience. The owners went out of their way to provide outstanding customer service, the location is spectacular and the accommodation top class. I would wholeheartedly recommend.

Michael from Northallerton stayed at Yennadon for 7 nights in July 2023


There really isn't anywhere better than Gitcombe

Review submitted on Tue, 13 Jun 2023
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Our third stay and as good as ever. Yennadon is a glorious end of terrace that gets the afternoon and evening sun. A compact cottage but it is comfortable and has everything you will need! Love the facilities - the outdoor pool was warm in June, quite magnificent! We will be back, thank you Philip and Emma it really is becoming a little bit like home each year we visit!

Anna from stayed at Yennadon for 3 nights in June 2023


Beautiful location

Review submitted on Sat, 16 Jul 2022
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This was our second visit to Gitcombe and it was wonderful to be back! We relaxed very quickly with the help of the peaceful, beautiful grounds, the pools and especially the hot tub overlooking the most glorious views.
Thank you again for such a wonderful stay, we’ll
see you next year.


Melissa from Camberley stayed at Yennadon for 7 nights in July 2022


Fantastic half term stay

Review submitted on Mon, 25 Oct 2021
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a lovely week at Gitcombe staying in Yennadon Barn. The site was perfect for children and an absolutely beautiful location. We used the indoor pool and soft play area every day and the booking rota mostly worked well. Yennadon was lovely but we found the living area a touch small for two boisterous kids (we did suspect in advance it might be cosy for us but it was the only property available). Would have been fine in summer with the doors open to the balcony but a little restrictive in Autumn. Otherwise it was lovely although a little attention needed in the kitchen and one of the bedrooms as the cabinetry/wardrobe door were a little worse for wear. Mere trifles though and I would highly recommend a stay here. We hope to be back next year! Thank you.

Nicola from Great Horwood stayed at Yennadon for 7 nights in October 2021


Holiday in devon

Review submitted on Sat, 02 Oct 2021
4.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Beautiful setting, excellent leisure facilities, and very well equipped cottage with some pleasant walks from the door step. Situated quite close to Dartmouth giving access to shopping and trips via the river Dart. We loved our terraced area especially on a clear night to enjoy the stars. Thank you to Peter and Emma and the hard work it must take to upkeep the cottages and grounds to such a high standard.

Jennie from Brampton stayed at Yennadon for 7 nights in September 2021


Very good country cottage

Review submitted on Sat, 25 Sep 2021
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Yennadon and indeed the whole estate are excellent. The cottage is very well equipped. We were left a welcome package of foods that was lovely. An extremely informative information book is provided. The swimming pool and tennis courts are a great addition, the terrace a lovely place to have supper when the sun is shining. The estate is quite obviously looked after with great care and pride. Whether you are a couple on your own or with a young family this is an outstanding place to spend a few days. Plenty of good pubs and restaurants nearby whether in Dartmouth or in the countryside.

Paul from NEW MALDEN stayed at Yennadon for 4 nights in September 2021


Great as ever

Review submitted on Tue, 03 Aug 2021
4.3
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great as ever, we love staying here; and the owners have upgraded some facilities during the pandemic, so kudos to them. The team is always a delight to interact with and welcome touch is a lovely addition. The lower comfort score is simply that the mattresses feel quite old.

Ian from Worcester Park stayed at Yennadon for 7 nights in July 2021


A lovely time

Review submitted on Sun, 27 Jun 2021
4.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
An excellent place to stay! Amazing location and facilities - the only negative is an iffy internet connection.

Jonathan from Teddington stayed at Yennadon for 5 nights in June 2021


Lovely stay!

Review submitted on Sun, 27 Jun 2021
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a lovely stay at Yennadon barn. The property is located in the countryside with beautiful views all round and walking paths leading straight out it.
The barn was very well equipped, we had everything we needed to cook meals and toddler equipment such as a high chair, plastic cutlery and a stair gate.
The shared facilities are great and although we had to book our pool slots due to Covid restrictions, we were always able to find a spot.
I would definitely recommend it and return in the future.


Elisa from London stayed at Yennadon for 5 nights in June 2021


Great family stay

Review submitted on Thu, 10 Jun 2021
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Booked to link with family staying in another cottage on site and all worked out brilliantly. Gitcombe is the perfect setting for a peaceful retreat, with plenty to occupy children of all ages. Beautiful decor with an extremely well equipped kitchen. Many thanks for a wonderful stay.

Guest from Trowbridge stayed at Yennadon for 5 nights in June 2021


Truly idyllic

Review submitted on Sun, 16 May 2021
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We have just returned from a lovely week at Yennadon Barn. This was our second trip to Gitcombe and we already have another trip planned for Easter! Our holiday was perfect; fantastic location, gorgeous views, amazing swimming pool and hot tub and fab accommodation. Gitcombe was everything you could want and more.

Sarah from Southampton stayed at Yennadon for 7 nights in May 2021


A Devon delight.

Review submitted on Sun, 09 May 2021
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great location in a quiet wee dell. Very close to Dartmouth and the beaches of South Hams, with Dartmoor only a short drive away. Peter was very welcoming and helpful during our stay, the accommodation was is very comfortable, with all the white goods and bits and bobs you'll need for a 7 day stay. They even supply windbreaks for the beach, toys for the kids, wood for the log burners. The pool and hot tub were run through a booking system, which gave a benefit of having the space to yourselves. For us the peace and quiet of the location was welcome after the hustle and bustle of the city. We will be back!
John


John from LONDON stayed at Yennadon for 7 nights in April 2021


An amazing post lockdown break

Review submitted on Sat, 17 Apr 2021
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
So easy to relax and unwind in such a beautiful cottage. Having breakfast looking out at the stunning views, cosy evenings with a log fire, relaxing in the hot tub! Every small detail taken care of. We felt really spoilt.

Seema from Amersham stayed at Yennadon for 4 nights in April 2021


A lovely stay at Gitcombe

Review submitted on Mon, 05 Oct 2020
4.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Our stay at Yannadon Barn at Gitcombe was perfect. The beautiful landscape and excellent service together with the Devon tranquility made our trip unforgettable. The hosts were really helpful and friendly, especially Emma, and nothing was too much trouble for them. The facilities were excellent and the cottage was cosy yet modern. We cant wait to go back and make the most of the spa facilities and the rural walks. We highly recommend a visit!

Des from Redbridge stayed at Yennadon for 6 nights in September 2020


Perfect

Review submitted on Sat, 22 Aug 2020
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Gorgeous place, surrounded by natural beauty on every direction. Ideal location, everything seems to be 20-30mins away (Salcome, Dartmouth, beaches, Pennywell Farm, Paignton zoo, etc). We used both superb swimming pools on a daily basis. Ideal for families, with indoor and outdoor playing areas, tennis/basketball court and toys/equipment to borrow. Lots of lovely local farm shops and very well equipped kitchen for cooking. Ate on our balcony on a daily basis overlooking the beautiful countryside. Very friendly and helpful host. Will be visiting again.

Guest from stayed at Yennadon for 7 nights in August 2020


Excellent Family Holiday

Review submitted on Sat, 01 Aug 2020
4.5
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We stayed in Gitcombe (Yennadon) as a family of four. The Estate is beautiful and very well maintained. Our children loved both the indoor and outdoor pools, hot tub, play area and tennis/basketball courts. It would be enough to just stay on the grounds. There are stunning beaches nearby and we were lucky with the weather. The accommodation itself was comfortable and well laid out. The suggestions for restaurants, beaches and other activities were incredibly helpful. Our children are begging to go back again next summer!

Stefanie from lONDON stayed at Yennadon for 7 nights in July 2020


Fabulous cottages in Devon

Review submitted on Sun, 26 Jul 2020
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Well run holiday cottages offering beauty and luxury off and very private. Great location in the heart of Devon but close to beaches. Great heated outdoor pool.

Catherine from stayed at Yennadon for 7 nights in July 2020


A gem of a place

Review submitted on Thu, 11 Jul 2019
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We stayed at Gitcombe in Yannadon Barn for just 4 short nights in July 2019 - but what an amazing time we had! The site is so well kept, and our barn had everything that we needed - we even had our own private terrace to sit out on each evening.

The indoor pool and hot tub where perfectly situated with views to die for, and we spent a couple of lazy mornings there, enjoying time to de-stress and unwind, chilling out with a good book in between a swim or two!

The wonderful Maltsters Arms pub in Tuckenhay provided us with the best Sunday roast I think I have ever eaten, and it's perfect for whiling away the hours with a good pint or chilled glass of wine.

The steam railway trip from Paignton to Dartmouth provided a great day out - we ate some of the best fish and chips ever in the Seven Stars Inn in Dartmouth (Dartmouth's oldest pub) - a glorious day.

Would we return to Gitcombe? Like a shot!


Julie from Guernsey stayed at Yennadon for 4 nights in July 2019


A great place for families

Review submitted on Sat, 06 Jul 2019
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a lovely time at Gitcombe with our two small children. Both swimming pools were a hit and mum loved the steam room and sauna.
The kitchen was well equipped as was the rest of the cottage and very well set up for small children.
The views from the terrace were beautiful too.
Easy to get to Dartmouth and Totnes for days out.
The wifi was not reliable but that wasn't really a problem for us but may be if someone had to work/email a lot while away.
Would definitely recommend a stay here.


Alison from St Albans stayed at Yennadon for 7 nights in June 2019


Beautiful place with amazing facilities.

Review submitted on Fri, 07 Jun 2019
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We loved our stay at Gitcombe. The place is absolutely gorgeous. Everything is to the highest standard and we were very sad to leave!
The indoor pool was a huge hit with my daughters,great it didn't have a deep end as they could play safety.
The grounds were brilliantly maintained and the cottage was immaculate with luxury touches.
My highlight was laying in the hot tub looking out over the stunning countryside.


Nicky from Woking stayed at Yennadon for 6 nights in May 2019


A beautiful location well positioned for holiday activities.

Review submitted on Mon, 06 May 2019
4.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Set in idyllic countryside. Walked each morning from the property. We were left to ourselves which suited us but received text messages offering assistance if required. We met Peter O'Brien in the grounds on a few occasions and he was very friendly and helpful. The accommodation is of a high standard. Very clean and comfortable. Peaceful. Splendid views from all windows. I used the pool and hot tub every evening and was mostly the only one there (first week in May). We travelled each day to our chosen activities; beaches, Nat Trust properties, boat rides, shopping. A lovely break. Would definately go again.

Sally from Harrogate stayed at Yennadon for 5 nights in April 2019


Fabulous stay in an idyllic location

Review submitted on Sat, 20 Apr 2019
4.5
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Our second trip - and it did not disappoint. Beautiful setting with lovely walks right from the door. The kids loved the play area and the swimming pool. Crabbing at Dittisham was a highlight of our stay!

Sarah from Great Doddington stayed at Yennadon for 7 nights in April 2019


Recent stay

Review submitted on Tue, 16 Apr 2019
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This was our second visit to Gitcombe and it did not disappoint. Great facilities and location. It is the perfect hideaway for parents and children alike. We will definitely be back.

Sandi from Worthing stayed at Yennadon for 4 nights in April 2019


Family break

Review submitted on Sun, 02 Dec 2018
4.3
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Really nice location and Rodney, Peter and Emma very helpful, it felt like we were staying with relatives who kept a respectful distance but were on hand when we needed. Sauna and Steam room were an added bonus as was he unlimited wood for log fires. Whilst the weather wasn’t the best we had great time visiting local sights and keeping our active 4 year old amused. Local eateries Maltsters Arms and Rockfish had lovely local food. Nice touches in the cottage and a store cupboard with items such as tennis racquets, crabbing equipment and holiday essentials you usually forget meant a lot of thought has gone into making families stays easy and entertaining.

Dominic from Kingston stayed at Yennadon for 6 nights in November 2018


Gitcombe House Country Cottages & Leisure Spa, Yennadon Barn

Review submitted on Fri, 02 Nov 2018
4.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had an amazing stay at Gitcombe House and boy were we lucky with the weather. We spent 3 days on the beach and a bit of surfing at Bantham Beach which was amazing. (35minute drive)

We loved having the indoor pool………in the pool at 8:30 then sauna, steam room and jacuzzi and all before breakfast. Then tennis then beach. A wonderful escape for all of us.

The accommodation really is of the highest standard. It has everything you need and all great quality. The location was equally stunning. We will be back. If you fancy a run from Gitcombe house I suggest you get fit first!!! The only way is up.

Thank you so much for a wonderful break.
The Quiddingtons


Stephen from Cheltenham stayed at Yennadon for 5 nights in October 2018


Brilliant!

Review submitted on Tue, 30 Oct 2018
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We have just had a wonderful family holiday and get together at Gitcombe House Country Cottages, renting out two of the cottages, Maristow and Yennadon Barn to accommodate the party.
The setting is idyllic and was perfect for our needs and the wide age range of our party. The cottages are superbly decorated and kitted out and have a comfy, cosy, welcoming feel.
Peter and his staff were so helpful. I cannot speak too highly of the place. Brilliant!


Rosemary from Poole stayed at Yennadon for 4 nights in October 2018


Lovely time helped by wonderful weather! Child friendly and picturesque setting.

Review submitted on Tue, 31 Jul 2018
3.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Lovely time at Gitcombe. The facilities were excellent and the cottage was very well equipped for a break with a young child. Two very minor points which would have made our stay closer to perfect.... a bigger bed would have been nice and the sofa was fairly uncomfortable which didn't cause too much of an issue in the summer but may in the colder months!

Nick from Weybridge stayed at Yennadon for 7 nights in June 2018