Higher Mapstone - A private sanctuary on Dartmoor
Entire home in Lustleigh, United Kingdom
The space
The ultimate luxury getaway for a family gathering, celebration or reunion of friends, this four-bedroom home sleeps eight and brings together glorious countryside, astounding interiors and a chic, contemporary vibe for the last word in entertaining. Perched up high on a Dartmoor hill, Higher Mapstone overlooks a velvety valley, like a beautiful patchwork quilt thrown out before you. No hen or stag parties please.Enjoy a Devon cream tea in the picture-postcard village of Lustleigh, explore sienna-hued Devon moorland or soak up the seclusion as you gaze out over four acres of private greenery with a glass of something chilled on the terrace.
New to the scene is a brand new pool table and table tennis table located in our outbuilding so all the family can play to your hearts content..
Wend your way up the gravel drive to catch your first glimpse of Higher Mapstone. Recently extended and with an exceptional finish throughout, this unique self-catering home provides luxurious comfort in every detail, from the unique circular oak parquet floor in the kitchen to the open-plan living spaces, designed with entertaining in mind.
You know you’ve come home as soon as you enter the front door. Kick off your shoes and pad through the welcoming entrance hall to the sitting room, where sumptuous velvet sofas beg you to snuggle up in front of the wood-burning stove with a mug of steaming hot cocoa. The kitchen-dining room is a delight: hand-built in oak and stainless steel, including the dining table, the light and airy space include two distinct sitting areas, from which bi-fold and French doors provide seamless access to the terraces and views. The elegant drawing room, with its fabulous wallpaper adorned with birds and foliage, is the perfect place to retire after a delicious, locally sourced meal, if the elements mean it’s cosier to stay inside.
And so to bed. The beautifully decorated sleeping quarters at Higher Mapstone are sure to impress, with plush linens, cloud-soft pillows and stunning views to encourage long lie-ins and breakfasts in bed. On the ground floor, a sweet, dusky-pink twin room with two single beds and access to a family shower room is ideal for children or any guests with mobility issues. If you’re lucky enough to bag the master suite with its four-poster and elegant ensuite bathroom, don’t forget to fling open the bi-fold doors, let the air billow in and take in the views over the grounds and beyond. Upstairs, there are two further individually decorated king bedrooms, one with a walk-through dressing area and shower room, and the other with an en-suite bathroom.
Outside, peace and quiet beckons. Head to the annex and find a tranquil space made for practicing yoga, or simply wander around the four acres of private grounds to get your fix of stillness and calm. Back at the house, fire up the pizza oven or barbecue on the lower terrace for a feast around the massive granite table and enjoy the beautiful views down the valley. Later, as the sun slips away, see who can spot the first stars emerging across the sky as you watch darkness fall. Enjoy the balmy night air in summer months but come winter, the comfort of the sofa will be too much to resist as the woodburner crackles away.
Fresh Escapes will provide access details to the property exactly 48 hours before your check-in time. Higher Mapstone’s house, grounds and land is for your exclusive use.
Higher Mapstone is professionally managed by Fresh Escapes, a privately owned Devon-based vacation rental and management company, who are here to ensure your stay runs as smoothly as possible.
The only neighbourhoud is rolling hills, a beautiful river, stream and lake that guests have full access to roam. The local pub called the Cleave in Lustleigh serves the best Sunday roast in Devon, is super friendly and full of local Devon people.
The is also the Primrose Tea Cafe which in Lustleigh which is only about 1 mile from the property.
There is ample parking with a double garage, car port and parking areas. You will need a car to get around.
Higher Mapstone is on its own private estate and you are free to roam the countryside and grounds at will. However, please ensure any Dogs are politely controlled and do not chase the local deer.
No hen or stag parties please.
Guest access
Fresh Escapes will provide access details to the property exactly 48 hours before your check-in time. Higher Mapstone’s house, grounds and land is for your exclusive use.Other things to note
Included services- Cot/Crib
- Baby high chair
- Parking
- Bed linen
- Internet Access
- Towels
Optional services
- Heating:
Price: Included in the booking.
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Managed by
James G.
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
Bedroom 3
1 king bed
Bedroom 4
2 single beds
Amenities
- Bath
- Hair dryer
- Hot water
- Free washer – In unit
- Free dryer – In unit
- Essentials
- Hangers
- Lake view
- Garden view
- Wifi
- Dedicated workspace
- Kitchen
4.29 · 14 Reviews
7 months ago
We recently stayed at a beautifully decorated house in a secluded, peaceful location, ideal for disconnecting from the world and enjoying quality family time. The house had a cozy charm, with stylish décor and a welcoming atmosphere, but it fell a little short of a luxury experience. The location, while tranquil, was difficult to find due to narrow, winding roads, so arriving during daylight is recommended. The kitchen, though well-equipped, however had both sinks broken—one leaked, causing some flooding, though we managed to fix one ourselves. Additionally, the bathroom lacked basic items like soap, and the showers had drainage issues that led to minor flooding. Despite these inconveniences, the garden was a highlight, providing a great space for the kids to play, while the playroom kept the adults entertained. The living room and kitchen were spacious and comfortable, perfect for family meals and conversations. Overall, a pleasant stay, though with a few areas for improvement.
10 months ago
Fantastic views from the house which overlooks a beautiful valley. Nice welcome pack including chocolates and Prosecco. The rooms have a cosy feeling - and the beds are very comfortable. Some maintenance needed. The folding doors (access to patio) were jammed- and a key to an alternative door was not made available. One of the bedrooms has a clear glass door. It’s a 35 min enjoyable walk via a public path down to Lustleigh. Note that access to the property is via a narrow single track road (look out for the potholes!). Unfortunately, our car was damaged as we tried to let an oncoming vehicle pass. Overall, we had a great time. Glorious views- very peaceful…
1 year ago
Lovely property with beautiful countryside around. Enjoyed long walks in surrounding countryside to pubs in Lustleigh and Water. Beds very comfortable. We had been told there were showers in all bathrooms but only 2 have proper showers. One has a hand held shower and one has no shower. Made it a bit inconvenient with 8 adults staying.
Location
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House Rules
- Check-in: 16:00 – 00:00
- Checkout before 10:00
- Self check-in with lockbox
- 8 guests maximum
- Pets allowed
- No smoking
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Additional rules
1. To guarantee compliance with current regulations on public safety, this establishment requires online check-in through its own channel, which may ask tourists for the image of their identity card and/or selfie. 2. Check-in schedule: From 01/01 to 31/12: Everyday from 16:00h to 00:00h 3. Check-out schedule: 00:00. 4. Dangerous breed dogs are not allowed. 5. This accommodation does not accept groups of young people. - Gather used towels
- Throw rubbish away
- Turn things off
- Return keys
- Lock up
Safety & Property
- Carbon monoxide alarm installed
- Smoke alarm installed
Property Manager Terms
- For a full refund of the nightly rate, the guest must cancel within 48 hours of booking and at least 14 full days prior to listing’s local check-in time (shown in the confirmation email).
- For a 50% refund of the nightly rate, the guest must cancel 7 full days before the listing's local check-in time (shown in the confirmation email), otherwise no refund will be given. If only 50% of the reservation has been paid, no refund will be issued and the remaining 50% will simply not be charged.
- If the guest cancels less than 7 days in advance or decides to leave early after check-in, the nights not spent are not refunded.
- Cleaning fees are always refunded if the reservation is cancelled before check-in.
- Accommodation fees (the total nightly rate you’re charged) are refundable in certain circumstances as outlined below.
- A reservation is officially cancelled when the guest clicks the cancellation button on the cancellation confirmation page, which they can find in Dashboard > Your Trips > Change or Cancel.
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