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Beautifully renovated cosy house in the historic market town of Totnes, S Devon

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and fireplace

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Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Located in the heart of Totnes, Leechwell House is a charming 200-year-old townhouse that offers a warm welcome. This three-storey property features two spacious double bedrooms, a cozy living room with log burner and TV/DVD player, free Wi-Fi and well-equipped kitchen for dining. The backyard has an outhouse containing logs for the fire.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 528 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautifully renovated cosy house in the historic market town of Totnes, S Devon

Come and relax and feel at home in our cosy house with everything you need in the perfect situation. We are in Totnes near the castle (Blue house in photo)
VERY REASONABLE AND FAIR RATES FOR TOTNES.
Ideal for weekly bookings (shorter bookings 3 night minimum stay)

BOOKINGS
When booked through VRBO, the owners will personally contact you to check your needs and provide you with friendly , helpful information on provision and arrival arrangements.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Leechwell House is a 200 year old, typical Totnes town house, which has been renovated to a high standard. It is located within a couple of minutes walk from the high street. Everything you need on the doorstep.

The house sleeps 5 and comprises:
• Two spacious double bedrooms (double beds) Cosy alcove areas.
• One single bedroom
• Ground floor cosy living room with log burner and TV/DVD player- low ceiling (6'2 to 6'4)
* Free Wi-Fi
• 1st floor kitchen with table for dining. Very well equipped with cooker, hob, microwave and fridge with small freezer compartment. Everything you need.
• Bathroom with bath/shower/sink and toilet
• Second toilet with hand basin
• Backyard with outhouse containing free logs, washing machine and dryer
• Gas central heating - metered gas / electricity
(Not costly if instructions followed)Well stocked up on arrival
• Bed linen & towels provided

Every room is well equipped

* Public parking 2 minutes away
* No pets, no smokers
* Please note that this is a three storey property with narrow winding stairs - so may not be suitable for people with mobility concerns

BIKES: E bikes available( CAT BIKES)
6 locations 1 in Rotherfold square opposite our house
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Saturday to Saturdays priority Check details about meters and parking Steep stairs. Not suitable for people with mobility issues
Top up meters at end of stay Please follow recommended house Covid rules
NOT a house suitable for running around in !!!!! Small courtyard. In town with short walk to a play area

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Not ideal for children No garden V steep stairs

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

Map
Totnes, ENG

What's nearby

  • Devonshire Collection of Period Costumes - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Totnes Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Totnes Elizabethan House Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dartmoor National Park - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Princess Theatre - 16 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Totnes Station - 10 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lord Nelson - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Royal Seven Stars Hotel - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Curator Cafe & Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Bull Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bay Horse - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully renovated cosy house in the historic market town of Totnes, S Devon pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautifully renovated cosy house in the historic market town of Totnes, S Devon?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully renovated cosy house in the historic market town of Totnes, S Devon?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully renovated cosy house in the historic market town of Totnes, S Devon?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully renovated cosy house in the historic market town of Totnes, S Devon located?

Located in the heart of Totnes, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Devonshire Collection of Period Costumes and Totnes Castle. Paignton Zoo and Palace Theatre are also within 6 miles (10 km). Totnes Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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Beautifully renovated cosy house in the historic market town of Totnes, S Devon Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharron W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great place to stay

We had a wonderful stay in a great town. The house is lovely - cosy, really well equipped, spotlessly clean - and Gail couldn't have been more helpful. We're really looking forward to a return visit in 2021.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Hilary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mothers Day weekend

Great location - really clear instructions for parking etc.Owners very helpful and communicative.Lovely little square opposite property (for sitting out) and great pub/eatery (The Bull). A bit complicated on leaving to juggle stripping beds, topping up electricity card (in town) and sorting a complicated Totnes recycling system! Parking a short walk and added expense. All just worth noting so can be factored in.Overall great house and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Emma F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Lovely house. Everything you need provided. Lovely location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

A great cottage, very well equipped & in a great location
Stayed 35 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short New Year break

Lovely central location, a delightful house in this historic town. It was beautifully clean and have all the essentials you need, so unusual for a holiday rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

geoffHi n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great base for Totnes visit

Very clean accommodation and good communication with the owner. As stated, the stairs are steep and were a bit of a challenge for our group of 70+ year olds! Totnes is a great place to visit and this cottage is an ideal base.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Town house stay

Lovely traditional house & location - I’ll be back!
Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

rachel b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A weeks stay with everything we needed

A perfect place in a great location. The home was excellent, clean, comfortable - we wanted for nothing.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb location in Totnes, walking distance to shops etc . Very cosy house: good for all weathers!

Excellent communication with Gail who is very hospitable. Totnes is a unique place with river walks, beaches and Dartmoor all within a short drive. I would definitely stay again. Julia
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great convenient property

Clean, thoughtful touches, great position
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicja Z., Cambridge, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place to stay

We had a great time staying in this lovely house. Gail was a great communicator, and would always anwer any e-mail promptly. The house is in a great location, very central in Totnes, and great for travelling around Devon. The house was very clean and very well equipped. We would definately recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim Kluge

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a great time in Totnes

Great property in a lovely town. Good location with lots to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Gails house is ideally located for exploring Totnes, yet quiet and tucked away. The house was immaculately clean, very well equipped and clear instructions for using the appliances.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

IAN A., York UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 Storie Property in Totnes full of character

A delightful property situated in the heart of Totnes at the top of the hill. Well equipped & very clean. The owners have gone to a great deal of trouble to make your stay a comfortable one. Great friendly communication too with well organized instructions throughout the house. Loved the log fire to create a cosy warm atmosphere in these October evenings. Lovely comfortable beds too. Would stay here again. Thanks Gail, we loved staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well appointed, pretty cottage in heart of Totnes

Clean, neat and tidy property. Well equipped kitchen with instructions for use of electric items (ie: oven). All amenities close by and a very short walk into town with bars/restaurants/shops. Would recommend this property to family, friends, etc as a lovely place to stay for a break.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Totnes

Beautiful house in a beautiful location. Lovely walk down through town and into various shops. Lovely and polite people and the range of food is exquisite.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Super place, really nicely decorated and so handy for Totnes town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic house and location

Brilliant stay 2 adults 2 children. Great location with pubs and restaurants all around us and high street 2 mins walk around the corner. House was very clean and comfortable and our hosts were very helpful with info and instructions. Nice bottle of wine on arrival nice touch also. Will definately be returning !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tamlin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

A lovely home for two weeks, with lots of character and in the heart of Totnes. Highly recommended!

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A convenient and comfortable stay.

We had a great time at Leechwell House. The house had everything we needed. It was clean and beautifully presented but comfortable too. We felt as though we were staying in a little bit of Totnes’ history. The house is convenient for Totnes town with its quirky shops, good restaurants and walks by the river. Parking was no problem but next time we thought we might come by train as we hardly used the car - there was so much to do within a short walk.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

Joy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location perfect for Totnes

Slight over burden of communication from the host.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect !

Great location. Quirky lovely cottage. Great comms with owner. Could not have been better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

susan t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean , Cosy comfortable cottage

The cottage lived up to expectations.. sweet .. lovingly renovated cottage and Gail was amazing .. especially as I had to bother her with something on Christmas Day ...

10/10 Excellent

Jo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay in this lovely house!

Spent a wonderful 2 weeks in this lovely house. A beautifully decorated and equipped place to stay, lots of thoughtful touches. Wonderfully close to the town, fabulous places to eat and drink and enjoyed the Christmas market and great vibe in Totnes. Thoroughly recommend a visit to the cinema, a truly different experience! Thank you Gail and Roger, we really enjoyed our time staying in your lovely property.

10/10 Excellent

cath n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Beautiful house, fully equipped and spotlessly clean. The location is perfect, with easy access to a beautiful little bustling town. Plenty of car parks within a few minutes walk of the house and loads of gorgeous beaches within 20-30 minutes drive. Absolutely perfect!