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Swallows Reach is a big smart cottage converted from a barn on a farm near the Devon village of Halwell. The cottage sleeps eight people in four bedrooms over two levels, all with en suite bath or shower room. On the middle floor is an open plan living space with seating area with wood burning stove, dining area and kitchen. Outside is a big patio with barbecue and a private lawn, as well as shared use of an indoor swimming pool, play area and games room, as well as the 300 acre farm to wander. With great facilities, Swallows Reach is a fantastic place for families to enjoy a fun and active holiday in Devon. Note: Swimming pool is available from 8am to 8pm, and is closed on Tuesdays from 2pm to 3.15pm and Wednesdays from 9.15am to 10.30am in term time; occasionally the pool is also used by owners' family and friends.

Halwell is a small village in wooded farmland equidistant from the busy little town of Kingsbridge and popular Totnes.