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Croft House

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Cooking & Dining

Great Places to Eat & Drink

Pubs

  • The Lazy Toad
    A friendly village local with an impressive list of accolades, including recommendations from the Michelin and Good Pub Guides. Named South West Dining Pub of the Year 2012.
    Brampford Speke, Exeter, EX5 5DP (21 minute drive)
    www.thelazytoadinn.co.uk | 01392 841591
  • The Lamb Inn
    An old pub with excellent food, a good selection of real ales, and, strangely, its own free cinema. As the kitchen is very small, booking is essential. Taste of the West’s Best Dining Pub 2011.
    The Square, Sandford, Crediton, EX17 4LW (16 minute drive)
    www.lambinnsandford.co.uk | 01363 773676
  • Mount Pleasant Inn
    A traditional inn in an old forge, popular with locals for its tasty pub food. Booking a table is recommended.
    Nomansland, Tiverton, Devon EX16 8NN (16 minute drive)
    www.mpli.ltd.uk | 01884 860271
  • Courtenay’s
    Though it doesn’t serve food, this tiny ‘micro-pub’ has an impressive selection of locally brewed ciders and real ales to choose from. 
    10 Newport Street, Tiverton (21 minute drive)
  • The Mason’s Arms
    At about 30 minutes’ drive from the house, The Mason’s Arms is a little further afield, but it offers Michelin starred food combined with the ambience of a friendly village pub.
    Knowstone, EX36 4RY (30 minute drive)
    www.masonsarmsdevon.co.uk | 01398 341231
  • The Duck’s Ditty Floating Cafe & Bar
    Moored at Tiverton Wharf, the Duck’s Ditty is a charming canal boat that serves drinks and snacks on the water. Relaxing and utterly unique.
    The Wharf, Canal Hill, Tiverton, EX16 4HX (21 minute drive)
    www.tivertoncanal.co.uk/floating-cafe-bar | 01884 253345
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Restaurants

  • The Olive Tree Restaurant
    Stylish fine dining in a contemporary restaurant with two AA rosettes.
    The Queens Court Hotel, Bystock Terrace, Exeter, EX4 4HY (24 minute drive)
    www.queenscourt-hotel.co.uk | 01392 272709
  • Il Casita
    A relaxed and welcoming local restaurant with excellent Italian and Continental food.
    1 St. Lawrence Green, Crediton, EX17 3LH (15 minute drive)
    www.ilcasita.co.uk | 01363 777057
  • Crediton Tandoori
    Well known as the best place in the area for delicious and authentic Indian cuisine. Visitors recommend requesting a table at the back of the restaurant, away from the door, so as to avoid being interrupted by takeaway customers coming and going.
    137 High Street, Crediton, EX17 3DU (14 minute drive)
    01363 775548
  • The Hartnoll Hotel Restaurant
    An elegant hotel restaurant with award-winning chefs, serving meals made with locally-sourced ingredients.
    Bolham, Tiverton, EX16 7RA (23 minute drive)
    www.hartnollhotel.co.uk | 01884 252777
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Takeaways

  • The Golden Panda
    Chinese
    137 High St, Crediton, EX17 3DU (14 minute drive)
    01884 254233
  • Crediton Tandoori
    Indian
    137 High Street, Crediton, EX17 3DU (14 minute drive)
    01363 775548

 

Chef & Catering Services

  • All chefs and caterers are to be pre-approved by the house owner prior to making a booking for your stay
  • Côte at Home
    Get bistro-quality food delivered to your door. From starters, mains and desserts, to picnics, breakfasts and barbecue favourites – the professional chefs at Côte at Home can freshly prepare a wide range of dishes, which you can simply serve up, or pop in the oven or microwave to heat. That means less time spent prepping and cooking, and more time enjoying your holiday!

Shopping for Food

Convenience Stores

  • Cheriton Fitzpaine Post Office and Shop
    Cheriton Fitzpaine, EX17 4JA (5 minute walk)
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Supermarkets

  • Marks & Spencer Simply Food
    The Old Brewery Site, Phoenix Lane, Tiverton, EX16 6LU (19 minute drive)
  • Tesco Superstore
    Well Parks, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3PH (16 minute drive)
  • Sainsbury’s
    Guildhall Shopping Centre, Exeter, EX4 3HH (25 minute drive)
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Butchers

  • Partridge Farm Meats
    Templeton Tiverton, EX16 8BN (Delivery to the property only – no shop available)
    www.partridgefarmtiverton.com | 01884 242 657 or 07775 900 967
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Farm Shop

  • Thornes
    Hawthorn Gardens, Stockleigh Pomeroy, Crediton, EX17 4BH (4 minute drive)
    www.thornesfarmshop.co.uk | 01363 86654
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Delicatessen

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Farmers Market

  • Crediton
    Held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of every month, from 10am until 1pm.
    Market Street, Crediton (15 minute drive)
    www.creditonfarmersmarket.com | 01363 775928
  • Tiverton Pannier Market
    Top local produce is sold every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, from 8.30am until 4pm.
    Fore Street, Tiverton, EX16 6PD (20 minute drive)
    www.tiverton-market.co.uk | 01884 243351

 

Things to Do

Onsite

  • The Bartender Hire Company
    www.thebartender.co.uk | 01179 415825 or 020 7193 3948
  • Butlers in the Buff
    www.butlersinthebuff.co.uk | 01275 395336
  • Rico Diks – Pool Trick Shot shows
  • European champion Rico “Ricochet” Diks showcases his trick shots and teaches guests to be a bonafide trick shot star.
  • Travels nationwide
    www.youtube.com | +44 7976 885770
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Indoor

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Outdoor

  • Quad World
    Exeter Road, Bradninch, Exeter, EX5 4LB
    www.quadworld.co.uk | 07850 889162 or 01392 881313
  • Skirmish Exeter Paintballing
    Stoke Woods, Pennsylvania Road, Exeter, EX4 5BW
    www.skirmishdevon.co.uk | 01548 580025
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On the Water

  • Creedy Lakes Fishing
    Creedy Manor, Long Barn, Crediton EX17 4AB
    www.creedylakes.com | 01363 772684
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Walking & Cycling

  • Saddles & Paddles (Bike & Canoe Hire)
    4 Kings Wharf, The Quay, Exeter, EX2 4AP
    www.saddlepaddle.co.uk | 01392 424241
  • Various Walking Routes from the house
    Directions and maps available on request
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Pampering

  • Glo Pamper
    For pampering in the comfort of your property. A range of treatments available from a local therapist including massage, pedicure, manicure, etc. To book please use the contact details below and quote ‘kate & toms’. Guests are advised to book well in advance.
    www.glo-pamper.co.uk | 020 7096 0385

 

 

Top Places to Visit

Historic Buildings

  • Exeter’s Underground Passages
    2 Paris Street, Exeter, EX1 1GA
    www.exeter.gov.uk | 01392 665887

Stately Homes & Gardens

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Places to Shop or Visit

  • Crediton
    Market Street Car Park, 8 The Burrowe, Crediton EX17 2BW
  • Tiverton
    Market Place Car Park, 8 Newport St, Tiverton EX16 6FJ
  • Exeter
    Cathedral & Quay Car Park, 28 Lower Coombe St, Exeter EX1 1DE

 

Top Things To Do For Children

Indoor

  • Waie to Play Soft Play
    Waie Inn Pub, Zeal Monachorum, Crediton, Devon EX17 6DF
    www.waieinn.co.uk | 01363 82348

Outdoor

  • Crealy Theme Park & Resort
    Sidmouth Rd, Clyst St Mary, Exeter EX5 1DR
    www.crealy.co.uk | 01395 233200

 

Useful Information

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Sleeps up to a maximum of 20
  • 6 bedrooms
  • 1 en-suite, 1 family bathroom, 1 shower room
  • Please note: Groups larger than 14 guests will be sleeping on all available futons
Bedrooms Sleeps Beds Features
Bedroom 1 2 Twin Ground Floor
Bedroom 2 4 Twin + Double Pull-out Bed Ground Floor
Bedroom 3 2 King Ground Floor, Dressing Area
Bedroom 4 7 2 Doubles + 3 Single Futons
Bedroom 5 2 Twin
Master Bedroom 5 Super King + Double Futon + 2 Single Futons En-suite
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Cooking and Dining

  • Dining table seats 10 guests comfortably
  • Two pyrolytic electric ovens and a four oven Aga
  • Four burner gas hob
  • Fridge and wine fridge in kitchen, fridge freezer in utility, fridge in hall
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave & toaster
  • Coffee machine – pods not provided
  • Coal BBQ – coal not provided
  • Large outdoor pizza oven
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Children Welcome

  • 1 travel cot available on request – linen not provided
  • 1 high chair available
  • Playhouse and children’s outdoor play kitchen
  • Swimming pool is fenced
  • Pond is covered by a grate
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Accessibility

  • 3 Ground floor bedrooms available
  • Ground floor bathroom with a shower
  • Ground floor WC
  • Ground floor is accessible for wheelchairs
  • 1 Step into property, ramp available
  • Step access throughout ground floor
  • Steps in garden down to pool and hot tub, however non-step access is also available
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Inside

  • 65” TV in lounge, TV in kitchen
  • Freeview
  • Bar
  • Games room with snooker table, air hockey table and dart board
  • Wi-Fi
  • Piano
  • Log burner – logs provided at a fee
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Outside

  • Swimming pool, open all year, heated in June, July and August only
  • Wood-fired Hot tub, seating 8
  • Floodlit table tennis
  • Floodlit hammock deck under willow arch overlooking the swimming pool
  • Fire pit – wood provided at a fee
  • Outside tables and chairs on terrace seating 22
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House Restrictions

  • Hen and stag parties welcome
  • 2 dogs welcome at £75 per dog – pet policy in place
  • Sorry, no fireworks
  • Noise policy in place
  • Sorry, no additional day guests permitted
  • Please note: Outside caterers must be confirmed and accepted by the owners prior to arrival
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What’s Included

  • Linen and essentials
  • Please bring your own bath and pool towels
  • Use of washing machine
  • Additional housekeeping available at additional fee

 

Swimming Pool Use

  • We hope you’ll enjoy using the swimming pool. We want to make sure it is as safe as possible for everyone, so we ask all guests to ensure that the following guidelines are respected. These guidelines are designed to meet basic health and safety regulations, so ensure that all members of your party have read the rules regarding the use of the pool.
  1. Swimming costumes are obligatory and you will need to bring your own towels unless otherwise stated.
  2. You must shower before entering the swimming pool to remove any skin oils, make-up, hair products etc.
  3. Outdoor shoes and coats must be taken off around the pool area.
  4. No alcohol or smoking is allowed in the swimming pool.
  5. Do not bring any form of glass into the pool area.
  6. Do not bring in any electrical equipment into the swimming pool area where you could be in contact with water.
  7. Children must be supervised in and around the swimming pool and must not use it without an adult present.
  8. For outdoor pools, please keep noise levels to an acceptable level – please be mindful that there are neighbouring properties in close proximity.
  9. It is safer and more enjoyable to use the pool with another person. We advise against using the pool alone without a member of your group knowing of your whereabouts.
  10. Please note you must not use the swimming pool if you are suffering from an infectious disease or you have an open wound or sore that cannot be covered by a waterproof plaster.
  11. You must not use the swimming pool within 48 hours of suffering any stomach illness.

 

Hot Tub Use

  • We hope you’ll enjoy using the hot tub. We want to make sure it is as safe as possible for everyone, so we ask all guests to ensure that the following guidelines are respected. These guidelines are designed to meet basic health and safety regulations, so ensure that all members of your party have read the rules regarding the use of the hot tub.
  1. Swimming costumes are obligatory and you will need to bring your own towels unless otherwise stated as included
  2. You must shower before entering the hot tub to remove any skin oils, make-up, hair products etc. This is vital to ensure a clean and healthy hot tub. If this rule is abused the hot tub may need to be closed for several days so that the water can be thoroughly refreshed.
  3. Outdoor shoes and coats must be taken off around the hot tub area.
  4. No alcohol or smoking is allowed in the hot tub.
  5. Do not bring any form of glass into the hot tub area.
  6. Do not bring in any electrical equipment into the hot tub area where you could be in contact with water.
  7. Do not over-occupy the hot tub as this will lead to water spillage and will cause the hot tub to stop working. This is because the filter needs to be covered with water to work.
  8. Children must be supervised in and around the hot tub and must not use it without an adult present. Some children can overheat; please seek medical advice if this occurs.
  9. Please keep noise levels to an acceptable level. The hot tub is a place of peace and relaxation – be mindful that there are neighbouring properties in close proximity.
  10. It is safer and more enjoyable to use the hot tub with another person. We advise against using the hot tub alone without a member of your group knowing of your whereabouts.
  11. On leaving the hot tub please switch off all jets and lights and make sure that the hot tub is sealed with the cover provided.
  12. Please note you must not use the hot tub if you are suffering from an infectious disease or you have an open wound or sore that cannot be covered by a waterproof plaster.
  13. You must not use the hot tub within 48 hours of suffering any stomach illness.
  14. Certain medical conditions can be affected by the hot tub, particularly those involving extremes of temperature. You are advised to consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or suffer from any of the following: heart disease; circulatory problems; high or low blood pressure; diabetes; or any other condition that affects your body’s ability to react to heat.
  15. Prevent taking any medication which may affect your circulation or your ability to react to heat.

 

Noise Policy

  • The house is set in private grounds but we do have neighbours whose needs we respect – and who are used to enjoying a peaceful, tranquil environment in this lovely location. We therefore ask all our guests to show consideration to the environment and our neighbours in all matters, and especially with regard to noise.To help ensure everyone’s holiday goes well, we ask you to respect the following noise rules:
  1. After 11pm please use the terraces and gardens around the house as quiet areas.
  2. Please do not set up music systems outside the house.
  3. Please limit any loud music playing inside the house so it cannot be heard outside.
  4. Please show consideration for our neighbours in the early morning and late evening.
  5. If you are having any deliveries or ordering taxis please ensure they have clear directions.
  • The vast majority of our guests will of course behave with great consideration to our neighbours and would never intend to offend but observing our noise policy will remove any potential for the harmonious environment to be disturbed.

 

Pet Policy

  • Should you be bringing a pet with you on your stay, you must comply with the below policy and rules that the owner has in place. This policy applies to all pets and not just dogs.
  1. You must not allow the pet upstairs, on the bed or other furniture
  2. The pet must sleep downstairs either in the utility room or another appropriate room with hard surface flooring
  3. You must supply your own pet bed, food and any other pet amenities required for your stay
  4. Any fouling at the Property must be cleared up without delay and disposed of accordingly
  5. The pet must not be left alone at the Property at any time and must go with you whenever you leave the Property
  6. You must ensure that the pet is free from parasites before the Rental Date, failure to do so may incur further charges which the Owner is entitled to recover from you in full
  7. Where there are other properties near the house, dogs should be kept on a leash and you must be mindful of other people and animals, including livestock, in the vicinity so as not to allow your pet to become a nuisance
  • Please note that a pet friendly property does not necessarily mean that the property has an enclosed garden.
  • Should any of the conditions stated in the policy above be breached, the owner will have the right to deduct any sum from the Cautionary Deposit so as to deal with such breach. Should the Cautionary Deposit be insufficient to remedy such breach, the Owner of the Property shall have the right to recover any sum from you so as to make up any shortfall.