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Delightful open plan barn conversion with piano in historic Dartmoor village

 
 
 
Tavistock barn rental - View of seating area outside Townend Barn
View of seating area outside Townend Barn
 
Tavistock barn rental - View of seating area outside Townend Barn

View of seating area outside Townend Barn

Lounge

Lounge

Lounge

Lounge

Bedroom area

Bedroom area

Lounge/ kitchen area

Lounge/ kitchen area

Fireplace

Fireplace

Guest's drawing of the Barn

Guest's drawing of the Barn

There is a large garden for your use

There is a large garden for your use

Guest's drawing of St Petroc's Church, Lydford

Guest's drawing of St Petroc's Church, Lydford

The White Lady Waterfall, Lydford Gorge

The White Lady Waterfall, Lydford Gorge

Relax in the garden

Relax in the garden

Ancient oak forest on Dartmoor

Ancient oak forest on Dartmoor

Widgery Cross in Summer, Lydford

Widgery Cross in Summer, Lydford

Dartmoor is England's largest wilderness

Dartmoor is England's largest wilderness

Dartmoor is beautiful in winter

Dartmoor is beautiful in winter

The Lyd Valley Upstream

The Lyd Valley Upstream

Bluebells in early May behind Sourton Church

Bluebells in early May behind Sourton Church

Bog Cotton on Dartmoor

Bog Cotton on Dartmoor

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The Lyd Valley from Widgery Cross

The Lyd Valley from Widgery Cross

Nightly (GBP) £75 - £100
Weekly £330 - £450
  • Bedrooms1
  • Sleeps3
  • 1 Bathroom

Photos and Description of this 1 bedroom holiday barn in Tavistock - Townend Barn
Sleeps 2, 15 minute walk to the moor, in walking distance of three resturants

Townend Barn is detached and situated in an acre of grounds with Townend House the village of Lydford. The barn is situated behind the main house and the parking is off road. Beautifully converted to a high standard, the barn is open plan but intimate and heated by storage heaters and a very efficient wood burning stove. There is a grand piano to play, two bookcases filled with interesting books for you to enjoy; original paintings and wooden animal head sculptures decorate the walls. Lydford has no street lighting so after an evening meal at one of the three good restaurants in the village you can walk home without worrying who is going to drive. Lydford is a thriving working village and an ideal base from which to have a relaxing and interesting time. The moor is only 15 minutes walk. It is a beautiful unspoilt part of the moor - No ice cream vans or big coach parties. You can find wilderness within half an hour.

Locally produced ready made meals can be pre-ordered for the week

Tavistock barn rental - View of seating area outside Townend Barn

View of seating area outside Townend Barn

Lounge

Lounge

Lounge

Lounge

Bedroom area

Bedroom area

Lounge/ kitchen area

Lounge/ kitchen area

Fireplace

Fireplace

Guest's drawing of the Barn

Guest's drawing of the Barn

There is a large garden for your use

There is a large garden for your use

Guest's drawing of St Petroc's Church, Lydford

Guest's drawing of St Petroc's Church, Lydford

The White Lady Waterfall, Lydford Gorge

The White Lady Waterfall, Lydford Gorge

Relax in the garden

Relax in the garden

Ancient oak forest on Dartmoor

Ancient oak forest on Dartmoor

Widgery Cross in Summer, Lydford

Widgery Cross in Summer, Lydford

Dartmoor is England's largest wilderness

Dartmoor is England's largest wilderness

Dartmoor is beautiful in winter

Dartmoor is beautiful in winter

The Lyd Valley Upstream

The Lyd Valley Upstream

Bluebells in early May behind Sourton Church

Bluebells in early May behind Sourton Church

Bog Cotton on Dartmoor

Bog Cotton on Dartmoor

Tor

Tor

The Lyd Valley from Widgery Cross

The Lyd Valley from Widgery Cross

Nearest Airport : Exeter International Airport at 40 Miles
Nearest Ferry : Plymouth at 25 Miles
Nearest Train : Exeter St Davids Station at 32 Miles
Nearest Motorway : Junction 31 M5 at 34 Miles
Nearest Beach : Crackington Haven at 38 Miles
Nearest Barpub : Castle Inn, Lydford at 300 Metres
Nearest Ski : Dry Ski Slope at 25 Miles
Nearest Golf : Okehampton at 8 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Castle Inn, Lydford at 300 Metres
Car: not necessary

Townend Barn is well located to enjoy a large range of activities. We are in the Dartmoor National Park and just 15 minutes walk (2 minutes drive!) from the moor. Bodmin Moor is a 30 minute drive. We are 10 minutes drive from the towns of Tavistock and Okehampton and 45 minutes from the Cathedral city of Exeter. The market town of Launceston and the bright lights of Plymouth are within easy reach. You can catch a bus to Okehampton or Tavistock (on to Plymouth) in the village. Lydford has no streetlights so the night sky is there in all its glory, perhaps you could take a night walk on the moor for a totally different experience. Lydford Gorge, run by the National Trust and Lydford Castle run by English Heritage are within 5 minutes walk of the Barn. Dartmoor offers horse riding, cycling and walking. Within the hour you can be at the North Cornwall coast for excellent surfing, sandy beaches, rock pools and cliff top walks. There are two golf courses, water sports and fishing nearby

Other Activities: National Trust properties

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Changeover Day: Saturday

Rental rates for this holiday barn in Tavistock, West Devon

Rental Basis:
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Rental rates quoted in:
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Rental Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Rate Minimum Stay
 
Mid Season
1 May 2013 - 26 Jul 2013
£80
£90
£380
3 Nights
 
 
High Season
27 Jul 2013 - 6 Sep 2013
£450
1 Week
 
 
Low Season
7 Sep 2013 - 20 Dec 2013
£75
£85
£330
3 Nights
 
 
Christmas/New Year
21 Dec 2013 - 3 Jan 2014
£90
£100
£450
3 Nights
 

Notes

  • All weekly rate prices are for one week's rental including linen and towels, all electricity, heating, basket of logs and a cream tea and homemade pasties.

    *****Summer Special - come and enjoy the beautiful summer in Devon - June special offer - £330 per week - 3 nights £220 ****
  • A deposit of 30% is required when booking with the balance payable 4 weeks before the beginning of your holiday (unless last minute booking, in which case the total amount needs to be received when booking). We strongly advise taking out holiday insurance.
  • Dogs welcome by arrrangement.
    We can collect you from Exeter St Davids railway station or Exeter airport for a £20 transfer fee.
    Mountain bikes available for hire £10 per week.

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday barn in Tavistock in West Devon

Property Type:
  • barn (detached)
Meals:
  • Self-catering
Floor Area:
  • 50 m²
Location Type:
  • village
  • rural
Theme:
  • Historic
  • Sports & Activities
General:
  • Heating
  • Linens Provided
  • Internet
  • Towels Provided
  • Sofa Bed
  • Activities Guide
  • Alarm Clock
  • Firewood
  • Hair Dryer
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Local Maps
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Shampoo
  • Basic Soaps
  • Toilet Paper
  • Wireless Internet
  • Backpack
  • Thermos Flask
  • Parking Off Street
Kitchen:
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Pantry Items
  • Toaster
  • Grill
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Oven
  • Microwave
Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • Child's Highchair
  • seating for 4 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet , Shower Enclosure
  • The bathroom has a good shower, WC and wash basin. Towels, loo paper and soap provided.
Bedrooms:
  • 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 3
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Double Bed , 1 Cot
  • Double bed in bedroom off living space with Egyptian Cotton bedding and anti-allergen pillows and duvet. The bedroom are has an oak floor, beamed ceiling and tasteful furnishing. A clock/radio alarm is provided as is a chest of drawers and garment rail for clothes. A sofa bed is available in the main living room. We can provide a camp bed for a small child (under 5). We can provide a cot (with linen), a high chair, and an all-terrain buggy.
Entertainment:
  • DVD Player
  • Books
  • Books - Fiction / Non-fiction
  • Games
  • Games for Kids
  • Music Library
  • Piano
  • Toys
  • Video Games
  • Television
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Radio
  • Stereo
  • CD Player
Outside:
  • Garden
  • Bicycles
  • Barbecue
  • Binoculars
  • Patio
  • 4 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • Low Allergen Environment
  • Long-term Renters Welcome
  • pets considered
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • children welcome
  • wheelchair inaccessible
Attractions:
  • restaurants
  • waterfalls
  • cinemas
  • autumn foliage
  • playground
  • ruins
  • pond
  • forests
  • library
  • churches
Leisure Activities:
  • scenic drives
  • beachcombing
  • walking
  • sight seeing
  • horse riding
  • bird watching
Local Services & Businesses:
  • Babysitter
  • groceries
  • medical services
  • hospital
  • fitness centre
  • ATM/bank
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • mountain biking
  • fly fishing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • swimming
  • hiking
  • surfing
  • golf
  • sailing
Notes: Wifi is available on request. We welcome the use of our washing machine and tumble dryer. We will provide laundry soap. We welcome the elderly or infirm, however please be aware that there are stone steps leading up to the property and an uneven path which can be slippery in wet weather.

Reviews for this holiday barn rental in Tavistock, United Kingdom

Delightful open plan barn conversion with piano in historic Dartmoor village
average rating of 4.882353 based on 20 reviews
business
Delightful open plan barn conversion with piano in historic Dartmoor village
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p432921
+0044 (0)1822-820383
Tavistock West Devon
5

très agréable

5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 09 April 2013 Date of Stay: March 2013
Nous avons passé une semaine parfaite : le cottage est très agréable à vivre, fonctionnel; bien équipé et joli. L'accueil de Nick et Tania a été chaleureux, ils ont été très disponibles et surtout charmants.
Bref une semaine de pur plaisir dans un lieu qui ouvre sur toutes les beautés du Dartmoor, et elles sont nombreuses...
A recommander sans hésiter, et à re-fréquenter chaque fois que le besoin de changer d'air se fait sentir !
business
Delightful open plan barn conversion with piano in historic Dartmoor village
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p432921
+0044 (0)1822-820383
Tavistock West Devon
London
5

Perfect place to stay!

5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 26 February 2013 Date of Stay: February 2013
We had such a lovely break at Townend Barn in Lydford. The converted barn is stunning - open plan, but compact with all the amenities you could need (plus a piano!!).
We were greeted by Nick who explained everything we needed to know, provided us with scones, pasties and a bottle of cava, and then left us to our own devices.
Lydford itself is a stunning little village just on the edge of the moor. There is no street lighting in the village so the stars look phenomenal - coming from London, I was quite in awe!
The village has a couple of pubs. we went to the Castle Inn both nights for food and dinner. It is a beautiful, 16th century inn packed full of character and the food is reasonably priced and delicious.
We cyclyed the Granite way to Okehampton which is easily accessible from the Barn.

Overall I can't recommend staying at Townend Barn highly enough.
business
Delightful open plan barn conversion with piano in historic Dartmoor village
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p432921
+0044 (0)1822-820383
Tavistock West Devon
5

We immediately booked again

5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 03 November 2012 Date of Stay: July 2012
Vermits we onze verblijfplaats altijd heel zorgvuldig kiezen en we zelden voor verrassingen staan, was Townend Barn toch anders dan verwacht: beter! Wat je op de website leest, is allemaal waar. Je hoeft enkel kleren, enkele handdoeken en washandjes mee te nemen. Douchegel, afwasmiddel enz. zijn inderdaad aanwezig en het zijn goede producten. Het keukengerei, de glazen, de lakens, de matras ... alles is prima. In dit huis vind je geen goedkope prullen zoals vaak het geval is in vakantiewoningen. De gastheer en -vrouw zijn bijzonder vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Bij aankomst vonden we scones in de koekjestrommel en Cornish pasties in de ijskast.
De tuin is ronduit super: een romantische Engelse tuin, helemaal privé. In het huis liggen mooie zacht-plastieken zitjes zodat je ook na een regenbui op de houten tuinstoelen kan zitten.
Geen zin om te koken? De pub in de straat heeft een chef die heerlijk kookt met plaatselijke producten. Ook in de straat is een restaurant dat wellicht voortreffelijk is. Een beetje verder, op de hoofdbaan maar binnen wandelafstand, is een pub die zo mogelijk nog beter is.
Het nationale park is vlakbij (een kwartiertje te voet). Het is er zalig rustig. Je zit direct tussen schapen en pony's. Je kan je met een boek aan de zachtkabbelende beek zetten.
Wij boekten onmiddellijk voor het volgende jaar!
business
Delightful open plan barn conversion with piano in historic Dartmoor village
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p432921
+0044 (0)1822-820383
Tavistock West Devon
5

A fantastic week

5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 03 June 2012 Date of Stay: May 2012
My partner and I have just had a really lovely time staying here. The barn is comfortable, clean and beautifully furnished, and has a nice garden to sit and relax in. We don't drive, but this was no problem at all as there is excellent walking from the village (across the moors, on the West Devon Way, or at Lydford Gorge), a cycle route which passes through it (we borrowed bikes from the owners), and a bus which takes you to the local towns. The owners also gave us a lift from the train station (Exeter) to the village at a very reasonable rate. (There's no shop in the village though, so it's best to stock up on food before you get there.)

The barn has a well equipped kitchen if you want to cook, and we also visited two of the local pubs for food (5-10 minutes walk from the barn) - one more expensive with a delicious menu, the other a really cosy, traditional pub.

Overall, I'd highly recommend the barn - and area - as a beautiful place to stay for all ages. We could easily have stayed for longer!
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Delightful open plan barn conversion with piano in historic Dartmoor village
http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p432921
+0044 (0)1822-820383
Tavistock West Devon
5

We didi it again

5 out of 5
Review Submitted: 29 May 2012 Date of Stay: May 2012
Wir waren zum 2.Mal hier und würden es immer wieder tun.
Have been there 2.time and would come back when ever it is possible.
It felt like coming home.Thank you Tania and Nick.
Thomas and Carmen
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