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The Old Telephone Exchange
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
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Mamhead, near Starcross
- Powderham Castle9 min drive
- Exmouth Beach48 min drive
- Devon Cliffs Beach61 min drive
- Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)36 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
The Old Telephone Exchange
The Old Telephone Exchange is a one-bedroom holiday home set within a tranquil and peaceful location with beautiful countryside views.. Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, 2 x Sofa Bed (Single)
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Induction Hob, Microwave, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Fridge/Freezer
Bedroom area: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Wet Room: Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Galleried, Double (4ft 6in) Bed. Electric heating, electricity (pre-paid £1 coin meter), bed linen and towels included. Rear garden with sitting out-area, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: This property does not have Wi-Fi but has good mobile phone signal.. The Old Telephone Exchange is peacefully situated nearby to the woodland at Mamhead, Haldon Forest and is within a 14 minute drive to the nearest beach at Dawlish Warren. This one-bedroom holiday home is the perfect countryside retreat for a small family, couple or solo adventurer wanting to be near the coast but also with plenty of fantastic walks nearby. The open plan kitchen, living area, bedroom and shower room are located on the ground floor. The kitchen is well-equipped with an electric induction hob, standard microwave, convection oven microwave, fridge/ freezer and a small table and chairs seating two guests. The living area is perfect for relaxing in after a busy day exploring the local area, so kick back and watch a film on the TV with freeview and a DVD player or listen to the stereo. The bedroom area has a double bed and patio doors leading to the garden and it is accessed from the living area via a curtain which can be pulled across. There are also two sofa beds in the living area. The wet room is fitted with an open shower, heated towel rail, toilet and sink. There is a small mezzanine area in the bedroom which has an additional double mattress on the floor, however it isn’t advisable for guests to use this as the staircase is very steep and the headroom is limited. The garden at the back of the property is the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee in the sun. It has outdoor seating, a charcoal barbecue and spectacular views overlooking the surrounding fields and the valley below. The garden is partially enclosed however small pets may be able to escape through small gaps.
Guests will most likely spot the nearby wildlife which regularly includes deer, hares and more! With very little traffic passing by and no street lighting, the area is an ideal retreat for stargazing. Supermarkets, restaurants, a fish and chip shop, pub and local shops are just three miles away in the local village of Cockwood. Situated in one of South Devon’s most beautiful areas, you will be able to stroll and explore the nearby woodland, which is just across the field, or enjoy some delightful country lane walks direct from the property. An ideal position for touring South Devon, there is a lovely beach at Dawlish Warren less than 5 miles away, as well as the nearby beaches of Teignmouth, Exmouth and Torbay. The wild bird sanctuary and reserve at Dawlish Warren is nearby, as is rugged Dartmoor, a haven for wildlife, wild ponies and more strenuous walks. The cathedral city of Exeter is a short easy drive and offers a range of popular shops and boutiques, restaurants, theatre, cinemas and other leisure facilities. Close by, there are other attractions to suit all tastes as well as numerous National Trust properties and gardens. The 3,500 acre Haldon Hills Forest Park is just 5 minutes drive away and is criss-crossed with walking and cycling trails for all abilities, perfectly completed by brunch or a luscious slice of cake in the café.
You’ll struggle to fit everything into one visit to The Old Telephone Exchange and you will certainly want to stay time and time again!
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
2 pets welcome.
Please note: Small pets may be able to escape the garden through small holes.
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, 2 x Sofa Bed (Single)
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Induction Hob, Microwave, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Fridge/Freezer
Bedroom area: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Wet Room: Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Galleried, Double (4ft 6in) Bed. Electric heating, electricity (pre-paid £1 coin meter), bed linen and towels included. Rear garden with sitting out-area, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: This property does not have Wi-Fi but has good mobile phone signal.. The Old Telephone Exchange is peacefully situated nearby to the woodland at Mamhead, Haldon Forest and is within a 14 minute drive to the nearest beach at Dawlish Warren. This one-bedroom holiday home is the perfect countryside retreat for a small family, couple or solo adventurer wanting to be near the coast but also with plenty of fantastic walks nearby. The open plan kitchen, living area, bedroom and shower room are located on the ground floor. The kitchen is well-equipped with an electric induction hob, standard microwave, convection oven microwave, fridge/ freezer and a small table and chairs seating two guests. The living area is perfect for relaxing in after a busy day exploring the local area, so kick back and watch a film on the TV with freeview and a DVD player or listen to the stereo. The bedroom area has a double bed and patio doors leading to the garden and it is accessed from the living area via a curtain which can be pulled across. There are also two sofa beds in the living area. The wet room is fitted with an open shower, heated towel rail, toilet and sink. There is a small mezzanine area in the bedroom which has an additional double mattress on the floor, however it isn’t advisable for guests to use this as the staircase is very steep and the headroom is limited. The garden at the back of the property is the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee in the sun. It has outdoor seating, a charcoal barbecue and spectacular views overlooking the surrounding fields and the valley below. The garden is partially enclosed however small pets may be able to escape through small gaps.
Guests will most likely spot the nearby wildlife which regularly includes deer, hares and more! With very little traffic passing by and no street lighting, the area is an ideal retreat for stargazing. Supermarkets, restaurants, a fish and chip shop, pub and local shops are just three miles away in the local village of Cockwood. Situated in one of South Devon’s most beautiful areas, you will be able to stroll and explore the nearby woodland, which is just across the field, or enjoy some delightful country lane walks direct from the property. An ideal position for touring South Devon, there is a lovely beach at Dawlish Warren less than 5 miles away, as well as the nearby beaches of Teignmouth, Exmouth and Torbay. The wild bird sanctuary and reserve at Dawlish Warren is nearby, as is rugged Dartmoor, a haven for wildlife, wild ponies and more strenuous walks. The cathedral city of Exeter is a short easy drive and offers a range of popular shops and boutiques, restaurants, theatre, cinemas and other leisure facilities. Close by, there are other attractions to suit all tastes as well as numerous National Trust properties and gardens. The 3,500 acre Haldon Hills Forest Park is just 5 minutes drive away and is criss-crossed with walking and cycling trails for all abilities, perfectly completed by brunch or a luscious slice of cake in the café.
You’ll struggle to fit everything into one visit to The Old Telephone Exchange and you will certainly want to stay time and time again!
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
2 pets welcome.
Please note: Small pets may be able to escape the garden through small holes.
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Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Exeter
Located in Exeter, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dartmoor National Park and Devon Cliffs Beach. Topsham Pool and Crealy Great Adventure Park are also worth visiting.

Mamhead, near Starcross
What's nearby
- Powderham Castle - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
- Dawlish Beach - 16 min drive - 6.7 km
- Exeter Cathedral - 20 min drive - 15.8 km
- Exmouth Beach - 48 min drive - 30.6 km
- Devon Cliffs Beach - 61 min drive - 33.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Silly Goose Pub - 11 min drive
- Forest Fungi - 10 min drive
- Oceans Restaurant & Bar - 9 min drive
- Haldon Grill - 9 min drive
- The White Hart - 12 min drive
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