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38 Guests
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18 Bedrooms
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17 Bathrooms
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Pets Yes
Features
- Swimming pool
- Off road parking
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Games Room
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews
2 Customer Reviews
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"We are aware that you have recently taken over Alston Hall and are planning a refurbishment in the new year."
With this in mind we found the cleanliness outstanding, well done to your house keeping team. All our family were overwhelmed by the space and size of the property especially the children. The facilities eg the snooker room and pool were great for getting people together. We all loved the character of Alston Hall and would recommend to others in the future. We are very keen to see what changes you will do in the new year!
Thank you very much for your kind words Austin. We are pleased you enjoyed the space and facilities. I will also share with our cleaning team who will appreciate your feedback. Please do flag to the Sykes team if you wish to book again in future as we would be happy to offer discounts to returning customers in future, and I hope you are ae to enjoy the upgrades in future ! Property Owner
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"We really enjoyed our stay and the kids loved the pools and the space they had to play hide and seek."
The facilities were ok, made use of the washing machines,kitchen was fully equipped but wasn't big enough for the amount of people during our stay but we made it work. Some of the beds were uncomfortable and no showers on the 3rd floor was a bit of a problem but we just used some of the other spare rooms. The house is in need of some repair especially the kitchen and bathrooms ie new shower curtains wouldn't of gone a miss. The amount of space this property has is brilliant for everyone including the dogs. The maintenance guy was very friendly and came when needed to clean the outdoor pool. The roads to and from the house are poor to say the least with pot holes and narrow roads but that is Devon and Cornwall. Bit out of the way of the local beaches and pubs as you can't walk to them as the roads are to narrow so you have to use your car if you need to go out. But all in all we all had all,26 of us ,had a fab time and the kids did not want to leave.
Thank you for your feedback Denise. We are so glad the kids had a wonderful time. We have just taken over Alston Hall a month ago and are planning a number of repair works, starting with windows and a full kitchen refurb. We hope to see you again and you can enjoy the upgrades to the property ! Noted on shower curtains. We will take a look at replacing those. All the best, Marguerite Property Owner
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Summary
- Over three floors
- 18 bedrooms: 2 x family room with super-king-size, single and en-suite bath, basin, and WC, 1 x second-floor family room with king-size with en-suite bath, basin, and WC there is an interconnecting door into an adjoining twin room, 1 x super-king-size with dressing room and en-suite bath, walk-in shower, double basin, and WC, 1 x super king-size with en-suite bath, basin, and WC, 1 x second-floor king-size with en-suite bath, basin, and WC, 2 x super-king-size with en-suite bath, basin, and WC, 1 x double with ensuite bath, basin, and WC, 3 x second-floor super-king-size with en-suite bath, basin, and WC, 2 x twin with en-suite bath, basin, and WC, 3 x second-floor twin with en-suite bath, basin, and WC
- Kitchen
- Dining room
- 2 x sitting room
- Utility
- Reception with woodburning stove
- Snooker room
- Study
- Indoor swimming pool
- Outdoor pool size - 38' x 18' x 8'2" to 3'6" deep
- Indoor pool size - 38' x 18' x 3'6" deep
- Central heating
- Oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
- TV with Sky sports, DVD, WiFi
- Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Travel cot and highchair available on request
- Off-road parking for 40 cars
- Wraparound garden with lawn, patio, tennis court, children's play area, barbecue, and unheated outdoor pool
- Three well-behaved dogs welcome first dog free a fee will be charged for extra dogs
- Sorry no smoking
- Beach 1.4 miles, shop 2.8 miles, pub 2.9 miles miles
- Note: The outdoor swimming pool is available from 26th May to 15th September
- Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
- Note: As of the 20th September 2025 this property will be a Friday changeover, weekly bookings from this date must start on a Friday.
The property
Alston Hall is a remarkable, three-storey country house down a long drive a mile from Battisborough Cross.
Originally a rectory and then a hotel, it is designed for serenity, fun, and relaxation for huge groups of family or friends.
This property is a fabulous base for big occasions and small corporate events.
The entrance hall, which doubles as a sitting room, has a wonderful feel of grandeur, with its oak paneling, stained glass, piano and wood burning stove in a massive fireplace, and a magnificent gallery above with more seats.
You can spread out in two more plush sitting rooms.
If you don't want to take advantage of the professional catering, the kitchen is fully equipped to cater for extensive meals to enjoy in the dining room with its long table supplemented by two smaller ones.
For an added touch of luxury, you can hire a butler or maid.
After dinner, the snooker room awaits, complete with a bar for your drinks.
If you need quiet time, you will find a handy office with a desk to escape to.
And at the end of the day, drift up the elegant stairs to a choice of eighteen bedrooms spread over the first and second floors, seventeen of which have an en suite bathroom, ensuring no morning queues.
With its former role as a hotel, the house has all sorts of fabulous activities to enjoy, including an indoor swimming pool, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a tennis court, a play area, three acres of lawns and gardens, and an enclosed walled garden with barbecues, perfect for an evening of chattering and alfresco dining.
This spectacular abode really does offer everything, there’s no chance of getting bored!
If you do want to venture beyond the grounds, you can find more activity at Fort Bovisand where you enjoy concessionary rates for scuba diving, as you do at Dartmouth Golf and Country Club where you can play a round or be pampered in the spa.
Mothecombe Beach on a stunning stretch of coast is just a couple of miles from the Hall and you can walk in either direction on the South West Coast Path.
And in the unlikely event you tire of country house living, the bright lights of the lively city of Plymouth await.
Alston Hall is an extraordinary place to gather with friends and family, offering a unique blend of historic charm and modern luxury.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £1500.
About the location
BATTISBOROUGH CROSS
Newton Ferrers 3.7 miles; Bovisand 9.2 miles; Plymouth 11.3 miles.
Battisborough Cross is a wonderful village resting between Mothecombe and Membland in Devon. The village is ideally located within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, well-known for its plethora of scenic walks, bike rides and stunning beaches. Your local amenities can be found in the nearby village of Newton Ferrers, where you can dine at the Dolphin Inn, or stock up on essentials at the convenience store and delicatessen. Continue onto Bovisand, home to a beautiful family-friendly beach and bay, as well as a picturesque harbour, the Watch House Battery, a café, and the nearby Mussel Inn. Further afield, you’ll find the bustling port city of Plymouth, where you’ll find many attractions, including the National Marine Aquarium, National trust – Saltram, The Box, Royal William Yard, Devil’s Point and the Plymouth Gin Distillery. Dining options include, Cosmic Kitchen, Boston Tea Party, Waypoint Bar and Bistro and three Michelin Star Restaurants, Acleaf, Barbican Kitchen and Fig Tree @ 36 for those who prefer fine dining.
Note: As of the 20th September 2025 this property will be a Friday changeover, weekly bookings from this date must start on a Friday
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Christmas