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Dartmoor Holidays
On the western slopes of Dartmoor, right inside Dartmoor National Park, two beautifully converted stone barns set in a tiny rural hamlet with the open moor only a few minutes walk up a no through lane. Visit Britain 3 Stars
This is an ideal place to get away from it all with panoramic views. Peter Tavy, the nearest village, (1 mile) has a very good pub. Tavistock (3 miles), a delightful place to browse, has an excellent Tourist Information Centre and won 'Best Market Town 2004'.
There are endless possibilities for exploring the area: breathtaking landscape, historic remains of Bronze Age stone rows and circles etc. Golf and fishing is available nearby. North and South coasts are less than an hours drive with surfing beaches and more remote ones where seals can be seen. There is a choice of riding stables in the area and stabling may be arranged at Old Sowtontown for holidaymakers wishing to bring their own horse.
'The Shippen' sleeps up to 4 people and 'The Barn' up to 6 people. Both properties have large beams and attractive stonework. Competitive prices. Pets welcome. Do call us or see full details and photos on our website.
Open Christmas
Open New Year
Open All Year
2008 - High Season 01/01/2008 - 31/12/2008
Accommodation Information
- Number of Rooms/Units:
- 4
| Room / Unit Type | Capacity | Room / Unit Tariff* |
|---|---|---|
| The Barn | 6 | from £395.00 to £460.00 per unit per week |
| The Barn | 6 | from £395.00 to £460.00 per unit per week |
| The Shippen | 4 | from £305.00 to £345.00 per unit per week |
| The Shippen | 4 | from £305.00 to £345.00 per unit per week |
* As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Road Directions
From Exeter:
Take Okehampton [A30] exit of Exeter bypass. Stay on this dual carriageway until shortly after bypassing Okehampton, then exit left to Tavistock [A386]. After about 8 miles (12.5km) you will go through Mary Tavy. Continue straight on for another mile, then look out for a signpost left to Peter Tavy. After 200 yards / metres you will cross a narrow bridge, fork immediately right, continue for about 1/2 a mile (0.8km) up a steep windy hill and at the top take a left turn signposted to Sowtontown.
After 1/4 mile (0.4km), pass a farmhouse on the left and then a bungalow on the right, then round one more bend you will find us on the right hand side. 'Old Sowtontown' is written on the wooden entrance gate. Please drive in.
From Tavistock either:
(a) Take the Okehampton road and after about 2 miles (3km) cross over the old railway bridge and almost immediately take a right turn signposted to Peter Tavy.
After 200 yards / metres you will cross a narrow bridge; fork immediately right, continue for about 1/2 mile (0.8km) up a steep windy hill and at the top take a left turn signposted to Sowtontown.
After 1/4 mile (0.4km), pass a farmhouse on the left and then a bungalow on the right, then round one more bend you will find us on the right hand side. 'Old Sowtontown' is written on the wooden entrance gate. Please drive in.
or
(b) Take the Princetown road out of Tavistock. Just over 1 mile (1.5km) after leaving Tavistock look out for a minor crossroads (by white cottage on the right) and turn left signposted to Peter Tavy. Continue for 1 mile & take right turn signposted to Sowtontown. After 1/4 mile (0.4km), pass a farmhouse on the left and then a bungalow on the right, then round one more bend you will find us on the right hand side. 'Old Sowtontown' is written on the wooden entrance gate. Please drive in.
Public Transport Directions
Coach/train to Plymouth
Bus from Plymouth to Tavistock
Take a taxi from Tavistock or bus 86 will drop off at Harford bridge and then its a mile walk as above.
Grading
- 3 Visit Britain Stars
- Regional and Miscellaneous Quality Assured by the Local Tourism Association 2007
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Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Farm - Old Dartmoor farm buildings on a small holding.
- In countryside
- Midweek breaks
- Of historic, literary or architectural interest
- Weekend breaks
Children & Infants
- Accept children (Minimum age) - 0
- Facilities for children - Cots available, Highchairs available, Babysitting service
Parking & Transport
- On site parking - 6 Uncovered
Room / Unit Features
The Shippen
- Barbecue - 0
- Central Heating - 0
- Colour Television - 0
- Drying Facilities - 0
- Ironing Facilities - 0
- Microwave - 0
- Pets Accepted - 0
- Radio - 0
The Barn
- Barbecue - 0
- Central Heating - 0
- Colour Television - 0
- Drying Facilities - 0
- DVD Player - 0
- Ironing Facilities - 0
- Microwave - 0
- Pets Accepted - 0
- Radio - 0
- Real log/coal fire - 0
- Washing Machine - 0
Establishment Features
- Garden/patio for guests' use
- Linen provided
Specialist Features
- Special provisions for cyclists - On route 27. We have some spare tyres, puncture repair. Maps also available.
- Special provisions for walkers - Some maps and walking guides available.
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