About this property
Pigwigs Place is a tranquil cottage converted from a barn in the lovely 120 acre grounds of an estate a mile from the Dartmoor village of Cornwood. Joined to an 18th century stable block, it is a comfortable and welcoming base for families or friends. From the porch you step down into a traditional open plan living space with beams, dining area and seating place with cosy wood burning stove for which the logs are provided. Head up the stairs to the three bedrooms, the children's twin a fun room lined with a fabric canopy and with a popular play area. You have a choice of a family bathroom or shower room on this level. Outside, the entertainment for children continues, with woodland for building dens, a brook to fish in for tiddlers, formal gardens for hide and seek, a large pond and stream for a spot of pond dipping and a tennis court for the grown ups. Beside the cottage is your own enclosed courtyard with barbecue and furniture for alfresco meals. Outdoor activities are all around, with the southern slopes of Dartmoor to explore with their ancient hut circles. Maybe head off to see the animals at the Dartmoor Zoo, take buckets and spades to the beach at Wembury or Mothecombe, or relax at the waterside inns at Newton Ferrers by the River Yealm. Plymouths city amenities are only about ten miles away. In a great spot for exploring Devon, Pigwigs Place is an ideal cottage for families.
The pretty village of Yelverton makes a perfect base for exploring Dartmoor with excellent walking and cycling routes in the area. The 21 mile-long cycling and walking route Drake's Trail, runs through the village and links nearby Tavistock and Plymouth passing through wooded valleys and open moorland.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king size double, 1 x twin, 1 x children's twin with play area.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, WC, basin.
Shower room with shower, WC, basin.
Downstairs open plan living space with seating area with wood burning stove, dining area and kitchen.
Electric fires with wood burning stove.
Microwave, fridge-freezer, washer-dryer, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available on request.
Off road parking for three cars.
Enclosed courtyard garden with tennis court, barbecue.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry no smoking.
Pub less than 1 mile from property.
Note: This property has a private water supply which is tested regularly.
Nearby points of interest
- Dartmoor Zoological Park
- Plymouth Gin Distillery
- Dartmoor Prison Museum
- Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park
- Burgh Island
- Bantham Beach
Reviews (44)
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Michael
The cottage is very comfortable and well provided and the hosts are very welcoming. We managed the only issues ourselves as there were spare batteries and bulbs. The grounds are truly amazing with the viaduct, woodland and trails which provided lots of alternatives to using the car. We used the tennis court every day, and the children really enjoyed their own space. Lots of books for all ages, DVDs for all ages. The heaters around the house and the fireplace helped to keep the place cosy. Thanks for a lovely stay.
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Linda
The location is idyllic for those whom appreciate the manner in which the estate is managed and has been dutifully cared for, with dog friendly walks on private land surrounded by single track lanes from the moment you step out of the property. Whilst being private and peaceful in and around the estate, the location is excellent to travel from for daytrips to coast with easily accessible beaches or market towns within a 30 min drive; with the beauty and expanse of Dartmoor a mere 10 mins away. If asked if we would recommend to others, the best accolade we can give is that we have booked another weeks stay later this year before writing this feedback, just in case the dates were snapped up from under us !
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Karen
Itâs truly magical. And such a warm welcome to get the holiday off to a lovely start.