Nestling Barn

ID: S76869

  • Bedrooms 1
  • ・ Sleeps 2
  • ・ Pets 1

Snaptrip says

Nestling Barn in Tavistock, Devon, is a well-received holiday cottage praised for its peaceful and beautiful setting. Guests appreciate the friendly owners and the welcoming touches, such as fresh eggs and biscuits. The property offers stunning views and is ideal for those seeking tranquillity and a base to explore Dartmoor.

Guests that stayed at this property said

The majority of guests found the cottage clean and well-presented. However, a few mentioned areas with dust, spider webs, and a small garden needing attention, suggesting room for improvement.

The location is highly praised for its stunning views and peaceful setting on the edge of Dartmoor. Some guests noted the challenging access road, but overall the location is considered excellent for exploring the area.

Guests generally found the cottage comfortable, with a cosy atmosphere and a good bed, although there were comments about a noisy and uncomfortable bed which seems to have been addressed. The cottage is deemed ideal for couples.

The cottage is well-equipped for a holiday stay, but some guests felt that the kitchen lacked certain basics and suggested improvements to the garden's security for pets. The Wi-Fi and mobile signal issues in certain areas were also noted.

The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident from the welcome treats like eggs and biscuits. While these gestures are appreciated, it's important to note that such extras are not guaranteed and may vary.

About this property

Tavistock 4 miles. This detached, stone-built barn conversion, dating back to 1900 is situated next door to the owner's home on their traditional Dartmoor smallholding, in a rural location, within the Dartmoor National Park, a mile and a half by car from the small village of Peter Tavy, and close to the market town of Tavistock. Beautifully appointed throughout, this property provides a wonderful base for couples looking to explore this area. Situated all on the ground floor you enter the property into a sociable open plan living area with tiled floor and a well-equipped compact kitchen with everything you need to rustle up a delicious meal to be shared around the dining table. The 2 seater sofa is a comfortable place to snuggle up together and enjoy watching a film or to sit quietly and enjoy the views from the lounge window over the back garden and out across the Dartmoor National Park. One step up leads into the excellently-appointed double bedroom with a lovely en-suite shower room. On sunny days enjoy dining alfresco on the patio outside or wander down to the fence at the end of the garden to soak up those glorious 180 degree countryside views, with the farm itself boasting panoramic 360 degree views of the surrounding moor. Also as there’s almost zero light pollution, on a clear night you can look up and admire the stars in the sky. As this property is in an isolation location on the side of a moor, there are wonderful walks from the door that are perfect for hikers and dog lovers, plus with riding stables less than three miles away, this cottage provides access to stunning horse trekking across the moors. You may also wish to walk to a Bronze Age settlement, just ten minutes’ away and there are standing stones within reach. A short drive, up the side of a moor, will take you into the nearby award-winning market town of Tavistock with its range of shops, restaurants and pubs and with the slopes of Dartmoor on the edge of this town, walkers are well catered for. There are several National Trust properties in the area with outstanding gardens to explore or perhaps hop in the car and spend a day at one of the many sandy beaches within an hour’s drive. This wonderful barn conversion is ideal for a tranquil, romantic retreat, away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Note: This property is next to Ref. 918405, together they sleep 6.

Tavistock is a delightful, award-winning market town on the River Tavy, on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park. The town offers an indoor pannier market, a number of shops, and a choice of pubs, bistros and restaurants. Wonderful walking and cycling can be enjoyed in the area, plus there are National Trust properties nearby. Within driving distance is the city of Plymouth, Torbay, and the North Cornwall coast.

Accommodation

All ground floor.

One double bedroom with en-suite shower, basin and WC.

Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.

Oil central heating.

Electric oven and halogen hob, microwave, fridge.

TV with Freeview, WI-FI and DVD player.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Cot and highchair on request.

Off road parking for 1 car.

Lawned garden with patio and furniture.

Access to a dog walking area/paddock.

One well-behaved dog welcome..

Shop 4 miles, pub 1.5 miles and is up hill on return to the property.

Seasonal shop on caravan site 2.5 miles.

Note: There are two steps down to access the property and one step up into the bedroom.

Note: access to the property is via a farm road and may not be suitable for some vehicles.

Please note: Dogs are not allowed in the bedrooms and the enclosed garden fence is not secure for determined dogs that attempt to escape, Please note there is no smoking allowed at all on the entirety of the property, this is due to the amount of straw and hay in the area and to avoid any fire risks, if you would like to smoke, it will take you about 15 minutes to walk off the grounds.

Please note: This property is in a secluded location.

Nearby points of interest

  • Dartmoor Prison Museum
  • Launceston Steam Railway
  • Dartmoor Zoological Park
  • Launceston Castle

Reviews (29)

  • Mary

    Compact, but with everything we needed. More information on access would have been useful as I have mobility issues with steps, but we managed. Being able to self regulate the heat would have been good, but we do understand why it was controlled by the owner. Beautiful views from the windows, and interesting micro climate. Lots of places to vist from this location. Ellen was warm and welcoming and helpful in any way that she could be. We may well be back.

  • Lesley

    Thank you Ellen.

  • Alex

    Owners friendly and made us feel very welcome. Would highly recommend.

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