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The Oyster

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Cornwall » Down Thomas, Devon
Sleeps up to 6
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 3
Welcome to The Oyster, a stylish holiday home in Down Thomas, Devon. This contemporary end-of-terrace house, built in 2021, offers a luxurious retreat for up to six people. With three spacious super king-size bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, this cottage is perfect for families, couples, or groups of friends.

Step inside to find a bright, open-plan living area with dark-wood floors and underfloor heating. The sleek kitchen is fully equipped, and the dining area is perfect for sharing meals and stories. Relax on the large U-shaped corner sofa and enjoy a movie on the Smart TV.

Outside, the garden features a lawn, patio with dining furniture, and a hot tub for six. It's the perfect spot to unwind under the stars.

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About The Oyster

Welcome to The Oyster, a stylish holiday home in Down Thomas, Devon. This contemporary end-of-terrace house, built in 2021, offers a luxurious retreat for up to six people.

With three spacious super king-size bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, this cottage is perfect for families, couples, or groups of friends.

Step inside to find a bright, open-plan living area with dark-wood floors and underfloor heating.

The sleek kitchen is fully equipped, and the dining area is perfect for sharing meals and stories. Relax on the large U-shaped corner sofa and enjoy a movie on the Smart TV.

Outside, the garden features a lawn, patio with dining furniture, and a hot tub for six.

It's the perfect spot to unwind under the stars. The garden is enclosed with a natural hedge, offering a peaceful view of the surrounding fields.

The Oyster is dog-friendly, with a shared dog-wash station and a nearby play area for children.

Private parking is available, and the adjacent pub offers great food and a 10% discount for guests. The sheltered beach is just 1 mile away, ideal for sandcastles and paddling.

Explore the scenic South Hams, walk the coastal path, or visit Plymouth's shops, galleries, and restaurants (6 miles).

Family attractions like Pennywell Farm and Woodlands Family Theme Park are within 23 miles, making The Oyster an excellent base for your holiday.

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Attractions Near The Oyster

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an The Oyster itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Cornwall has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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Dingles Steam Village - EX14 0RS
about 4 Miles
Dingles Steam Village is an all weather attraction crammed with activities for the whole family to enjoy. The site has a wonderful Café serving home cooked meals, a fun Soft Play Area for younger children, an Agility Course for older kids and several Nature Trails for the family to explore together. The site also displays working and static exhibits of Steam Engines as well as old Fairground Rides so is educational as well as fun!
Trethorne Leisure Park - PL15 8QE
about 12 Miles
Trethrone Leisure Park in Cornwall is a popular choice for a family day out and offers an excellent programme of activities for children all year round. The park has a farm area where younger kids will love feeding the lambs and other friendly animals. Pony rides, a large play area, ball pool; trampolines and crazy golf are also available.
The Big Sheep - EX39 5AP
about 20 Miles
This is a really unique attraction in the Devon region with many unique events taking place throughout the year.  The Halloween Festival in October is well planned where you can take pumpkin carving workshops, ride the ghost train and go to witches flying school.  All year round there are some excellent
Milky Way Adventure Park - EX39 5RY
about 20 Miles
The Milky Way Adventure Park is a fun day out for the whole family and has rides and attractions for all ages. There are four major rides including a thrilling roller coaster and an amazing vertical slide for the older kids and grown ups and six fascinating live shows which will entertain the whole family. During your visit you can enjoy bird of prey experiences, find your way out of the maze and feed and cuddle the baby animals.
The Donkey Sanctuary - EX10 0NU
about 21 Miles
The Donkey Sanctuary is a working refuge for rescued Donkeys but is also a popular place for a day trip in South Devon. The site will appeal to animal lovers of all ages and gives visitors the chance to meet some of the friendly animals and also learn about the work done at the sanctuary. Visitors will also have the opportunity to adopt a Donkey.
River Dart Country Park - TQ13 7NP
about 22 Miles
River Dart Country Park has over 90 acres of woods offering stunning scenic walks, beautiful lakes and open parkland. The park also has a good range of facilities for children including Jungle Ropes, Climbing Frames, Cargo Nets and a wooden Pirate Ship. For younger children there is a toddlers Play Area and a small Beach. During high season supervised activities may include the mega Zip Wire, Canoeing and Rock Climbing.
Adrenaline Quarry - PL14 5AE
about 22 Miles
Adrenaline Quarry is the place to head for adults and teenagers and children looking for adrenaline boosting activities. The site boasts the largest and longest Zip wire in the country. Other activities available include Go Karting and the thrilling Coaststeering - Climbing cliffs and jumping in to the sea! All ages and skill levels are catered for and safety is top priority. Zip Wire rides start from £12.50 While Coaststeering costs £30.00.
North Devon Farm Park - EX32 7ET
about 24 Miles
North Devon Farm Park is a haven for wildlife and has a fantastic location making it the perfect place for a day out during the summertime. As well as gorgeous scenery, picnic areas and plenty of space for children to play the park offers a Play Area, Tea Room serving local produce, a Petting Zoo where little ones will love meeting the affectionate animals and Nature tTails. There is also a Play Area.
Tintagel Castle - PL34 0HE
about 25 Miles
Tintagel Castle is one of the most iconic landmarks in Cornwall and is an excellent place for a family day out. Situated on the stunning Cornish Coast the Castle has a mystical and magical presence and is steeped in historical importance. Indeed the Legend of King Arthur was born right here. The Castle and grounds also provide a home for many species of wildlife as well as some amazing flora and fauna. The site also has a small visitor's centre with souvenir shop and a wonderful Beach Café.
The Monkey Sanctuary - PL13 1NZ
about 26 Miles
This attraction is really unique in that you have the opportunity to gain a rare insight into a working sanctuary.  You can see first hand all of the fantastic work carried out as well as seeing the monkeys themselves.  Other popular areas of this attraction include the Bat Cave and Wildlife Room. the Wildlife Gardens and the kids play area.  There is something for everyone at The Monkey Sanctuary and you can also sponsor and donate if you wish.  The cost to adopt a monkey is from just £2 a month.
Go Ape Exeter - EX6 7XS
about 26 Miles
Go Ape is the latest craze sweeping the UK offering thrilling adventure for energetic older children, teenagers and adults. With several sites across the UK, Go Ape aims to bring climbing and swinging fun the masses. The sites attractions include Tree Topping, Cargo Nets, Aerial Swings, Zip Wires and Climbing Walls. Suitable for children over 10 years old. Booking ahead is advised.
Hedgehog Hospital at Prickly Ball Farm - EX20 3TA
about 27 Miles
If you are looking for a fun family day out with a difference then a visit to the Hedgehog Hospital is a great choice. While visiting the hospital children can learn about these shy wild animals and the dangers they face in the wild as well as how we can help them. The farm is a halfway house for sick hedgehogs and children can meet some of the animals that are almost ready to go back to the wild. The farm also has a gift shop, a coffee shop and a wildlife garden as well as a pet's area with Rabbits and Guinea Pigs.