Landscove House | 8-Bedroom Manor with Private Pool in ASHBURTON

Ashburton sits at the gateway to some of Britain’s most coveted countryside, and Landscove House commands one of the South West’s most substantial private estates. Fourteen guests across seven bedrooms stop mid-conversation when they first glimpse the grounds from the drawing room windows. This Grade II listed manor, built around 1840 and meticulously restored, combines period architecture with the kind of infrastructure that makes large-group stays actually work.

Inside Landscove House

Landscove House sleeps 16 guests across 8 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. The ground floor delivers the social spaces: a kitchen that spans the full working width of the house, equipped with a professional-grade stove, four ovens, two dishwashers and separate fridge-freezer pairs—the kind of kitchen that makes even reluctant cooks volunteer for dinner duty. The dining room seats eighteen. A living and family room anchors the south-facing side with corner sofas and uninterrupted countryside views. A study provides quiet space for those needing to work or retreat.

The first floor holds five bedrooms. The primary suite features a super-king bed paired with an en-suite wet room that includes both a rainfall shower and a two-person soaking bath—the kind of space where thirty minutes becomes an hour. Two further bedrooms each contain twin beds with en-suite shower rooms; one converts to a super-king configuration on request. A four-poster king bedroom has its own shower room. The fifth first-floor room features a king bed accessed via a spiral staircase within the bedroom itself, with an en-suite shower room.

The second floor contains three additional bedrooms. One super-king room includes a feature freestanding bath and separate shower room. Another super-king bedroom features a sitting area and full en-suite bathroom. The final bedroom offers a king-size bed with en-suite shower.

Throughout the property, beds carry the kind of mattresses that guests comment on days after departure. Bathrooms combine marble detailing with contemporary fixtures. Several rooms preserve original ceiling beams and period details.

Outdoor Spaces and Living

The grounds span several hundred acres—the kind of scale where guests genuinely discover new corners on day four. A private heated swimming pool overlooks the estate’s south-facing slope. The terrace adjacent to the pool accommodates formal dining for groups, with sight lines across the landscaped gardens toward the working countryside beyond.

A lily pond sits within the larger gardens. A family-style barbecue area allows cooking outdoors without formal setup. Multiple terraces provide alternative gathering points depending on weather and group preference.

The estate includes a converted Glasshouse event space and a restored Dairy Kitchen—originally working farm buildings, now polished spaces for meals, gatherings or functions. The extensive meadow accommodates marquees, making the property equally suited to celebrations, family reunions or corporate retreats.

Location: Ashburton and the Surrounding Area

Ashburton itself sits 3 kilometres from Dartmoor National Park, positioning guests between moorland hiking and maritime activity. The village of Landscove, immediately adjacent, contains Hill House Nursery and Gardens—a working horticultural space where serious gardeners spend productive mornings. Buckfastleigh, 8 kilometres south, hosts the South Devon Railway, where restored steam locomotives travel through the River Dart valley to Totnes—a 45-minute journey through some of the region’s most photogenic terrain.

Dartmouth lies 15 kilometres southeast: a working harbour town where galleries occupy historic streets, restaurants line the waterfront, and boat hire operators work from the marina. Salcombe, 20 kilometres south, functions as the region’s coastal leisure hub—beaches at North Sands and Sharpitor draw swimmers and sailors, while the town itself concentrates independent shops and waterfront dining.

Kingsbridge, 18 kilometres southwest, anchors the Kingsbridge Estuary area. Slapton Sands extends 6 kilometres north of here—a shingle beach backed by freshwater ley that produces extraordinary light at sunset. Bantham and Bigbury-on-Sea provide alternative coastal bases 12 kilometres and 14 kilometres away respectively. Greenway House, once Agatha Christie’s holiday residence, sits 12 kilometres south near Dittisham.

The Dart Valley supports multiple walking and cycling routes. Totnes, 18 kilometres north, maintains a thriving food market every Friday and Saturday. Local restaurants include The Olde Bakery in Dartmouth (known for seafood) and Waterstones in Salcombe (farm-to-table seasonal menus). Tesco supermarkets anchor both Ashburton and Totnes; Sainsbury’s operates in Paignton, 20 kilometres north.

Seasonal character shifts considerably. May through September brings reliably dry weather and warm water temperatures; June sees peak garden season. October delivers autumn colour across the moorland approach. Winter produces dramatic skies and emptier beaches. Spring lambing in the surrounding farms creates activity across the landscape.

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Who This Villa Suits Best

Extended families spanning three generations use Landscove House effectively—the bedroom count absorbs parents, adult children and grandchildren without doubling up. The kitchen infrastructure supports family cooks rotating meal duty. The grounds allow children to run while adults monitor from multiple vantage points.

Corporate groups benefit from the Glasshouse event space combined with hotel-standard bedrooms and the ability to house everyone on-site. The working kitchen supports team-catering or chef-hire. Quiet study spaces serve those needing focused work time.

Friend groups of eight to sixteen find the communal spaces designed for their scale—large enough to prevent crowding, structured enough to encourage gathering. Multiple dining and seating zones prevent the forced togetherness that smaller properties impose.

Celebration groups—weddings, milestone birthdays, anniversaries—use the meadow and Dairy Kitchen for events while maintaining private overnight accommodation. The existing terrace and gardens reduce setup costs compared to venue-plus-hotel approaches.

Practical Information

Landscove House accommodates 16 guests across 8 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, approximately 40 kilometres north—roughly 60 minutes’ drive via the A30 and B3212. Bristol Airport, 100 kilometres northwest, offers 90-minute transfer times and sometimes better flight availability.

The nearest supermarket is Tesco, Ashburton, approximately 3 kilometres away. Butchers, bakers and greengrocers operate within Ashburton town centre. Dartmouth’s independent food merchants and Totnes’s Saturday market cater to guests seeking specialist ingredients.

Included in rental: all utilities, Wi-Fi, standard bed linen and towels, pool heating, grounds maintenance, and final cleaning. The property welcomes pets on request. Maid service, chef hire, butler service and babysitting are available for supplementary cost.

Check-in operates flexibly depending on prior bookings—discuss timing with our team when reserving.

Frequently Asked Questions about Landscove House

How many guests does Landscove House sleep?

Landscove House sleeps 16 guests in 8 bedrooms with 8 ensuite bathrooms. The property also includes The Barns—restored farm buildings on the estate that can accommodate up to 12 additional guests if extended groups require separate sleeping arrangements.

What is the nearest airport to Landscove House in Ashburton?

Exeter International Airport lies 40 kilometres north, approximately 60 minutes’ drive. Bristol Airport, 100 kilometres northwest, typically requires 90 minutes’ transfer time. Both offer international flight connections. Exeter provides more frequent domestic UK services.

What is the best time of year to rent Landscove House?

May through September delivers the most reliable weather for using the pool and outdoor spaces. June showcases the gardens at peak bloom. July and August bring warmest water temperatures but also the most visitors to nearby beaches and attractions. October and November offer dramatic autumn landscapes and emptier walking trails. Winter suits groups prioritising interior gatherings, log fires and coastal walks rather than water activities.

Is Landscove House suitable for families with children?

Yes. The pool includes safety features for supervised swimming. Nearby attractions suit children: the South Devon Railway at Buckfastleigh (8 kilometres) operates year-round and particularly appeals to younger visitors. Slapton Sands and Bantham provide child-friendly beaches with shallow entry points. Babysitting can be arranged. The multiple bathrooms and bedrooms prevent bathroom queues during morning routines. Games rooms and gardens offer space for children to burn energy.

What is included in the rental price at Landscove House?

Standard rental includes: all utilities (gas, electricity, water), Wi-Fi/internet throughout, bed linen and bathroom towels, pool heating, grounds maintenance and landscaping, and final professional cleaning. Maid service, chef or cook hire, butler service and babysitting are available as optional add-ons at supplementary cost.

What restaurants and shops are near Landscove House?

Ashburton town centre (3 kilometres) contains supermarkets, butchers, bakers and independent shops. The Olde Bakery in Dartmouth (15 kilometres) specialises in seafood caught by local fishing boats. Waterstones at Salcombe (20 kilometres) offers seasonal farm-to-table menus. Totnes (18 kilometres) hosts a substantial Friday and Saturday food market. Kingsbridge (18 kilometres) operates multiple restaurants and cafés. Most villages within 10 kilometres contain at least one pub serving evening meals.