Compton Pool

Compton Pool - Luxury Self Catering Holiday Cottages in Marldon, Devon

Compton Pool offers South Devon luxury holiday cottages on a family-run countryside estate, designed for relaxed stays for couples, families, and groups. Set within 14 tranquil acres of wildlife-rich grounds, this is a place for unhurried days, quiet moments, and shared memories, with exceptional on-site facilities and countryside space to enjoy at your own pace.

Shaped by a hands-on family approach, Compton Pool is owned and cared for by Debbie, Paul, and son Dexter. The ethos is simple: thoughtful comfort, genuine hospitality, and an easy-to-settle-in atmosphere that feels welcoming rather than formal. From the cottages and shared spaces to the estate grounds, everything is created to help guests slow down, feel at home, and want to return again.

Cottages at a glance
Compton Pool has ten self catering cottages, ranging from a 1-bedroom cottage up to a 5-bedroom farmhouse. Cottage names include: Farmhouse, Rookery House, Ambrook House, Bidwell, Torr, Wray, Redlake, Arch, Kester, and Bow.

Dog-friendly stays and which cottages accept dogs
Six cottages accept well-behaved dogs: Rookery Cottage (max 3 dogs), The Farmhouse (max 3 dogs), Torr Cottage (max 2 dogs), Wray Cottage (max 2 dogs), Kester Cottage (max 2 dogs), and Bow Cottage (max 2 dogs). The remaining cottages listed on the site without a dog-friendly label are: Ambrook House, Bidwell, Redlake, and Arch. All dog-friendly cottages have a fully enclosed garden or terrace.

On-site dog walking spaces
There are two on-site walking areas, including a 1.5-acre fully fenced field (which incorporates the Lazy Golf course) for safe off-lead time. You also have around two acres of wetland meadow with lakes, long grasses, and natural wildlife areas to explore on lead. Countryside walks are available from the doorstep, including routes behind Compton Castle and gentle walks into the nearby village of Marldon.

Compton Pool Dog Welcome Box
Dog-friendly stays include a welcome box with practical extras such as a dog basket and cushion, bowls with a rubber mat, lead, poo bag holder and spare roll, fleece blankets for the sofa, dog towels for muddy paws, a microfibre drying glove mitt, pet stain and odour remover, torch for evening walks, a dog toy, a carrier bag for used dog items, and a Mud Daddy for cleaning paws.

Facilities across the estate
Guests can enjoy an indoor heated swimming pool (available year-round), Devon’s smallest pub (The Gropers Arms), a games barn, fitness centre, tennis court with equipment, croquet, a children’s play area, a fishing lake full of carp, animal encounters, secure bike and equipment storage, hi-speed WiFi, 9-hole Lazy Golf, and expansive countryside grounds with lakes and wildlife viewing.

Experiences and local exploring
Stay-and-enjoy experiences include alpaca walks and animal feeding, plus relaxed cream teas. For days out, Compton Pool highlights easy access to beaches and Dartmoor within a short drive, as well as dramatic coastal walking trails, local food and drink, and historic golf courses across Devon.

Accessible and inclusive stays
Compton Pool focuses on welcoming guests of all abilities, with wheelchair-friendly paths connecting cottages and support from the team to help make stays comfortable and memorable.