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1 bedroom accommodation in Dippertown, near Tavistock

Cottage in Okehampton with kitchen

Escape to Farmer Oak’s Hut, a charming shepherd’s hut nestled within an enclosed garden. Snuggle up by the electric woodburner, enjoy al fresco cooking in the outdoor kitchen area or take in views of the Devon countryside from your sitting-out spot.

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

1 bedroom accommodation in Dippertown, near Tavistock

Situated within its own enclosed garden, this quirky shepherd’s hut offers a delightful location to explore Dartmoor National Park.. 4 steps to entrance.

All on the Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: (No TV), Electric Woodburner

Dining area.

Kitchen area: 2-Ring Hob, Electric Hob, Fridge, Microwave

Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Electricity, bed linen and towels included. Inital fuel for cooking pit included, remainder £6 per basket. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area, cooking area and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced stream in the grounds.. Farmer Oak’s Hut is a delightful, traditional shepherd’s hut, with the owner living on-site, perfect to getaway from it all or as somewhere special to return to at the end of a long day sightseeing. Surrounded by an enclosed garden, which itself is surrounded by a small orchard and wild flower meadow and mature trees, with views over the surrounding countryside, you can really appreciate rural Devon at its best. Along with the sitting out areas, there is an outdoor cooking area with a cook book, to really take full advantage of the experience. Directly from the grounds there is access to a beautiful woodland walk which is signposted and accessed over a stream via a wooden bridge. There is an award-winning farmshop and four pubs (all serving food) within 3 miles.

This part of Devon has much to offer the visitor – there is the famous Pannier Market in Tavistock, and Launceston Castle close by (both 8 miles). Both of these towns offer a choice of shopping. The city of Plymouth is situated 25 miles to the south with its famous Barbican and Lido. Dartmoor National Park is approx. 7 miles away at Lydford. The cottage is only a 10-minute drive form the A30 (Devon and Cornwall’s main arterial road) making Bodmin Moor and the sandy beaches of north Cornwall (Bude, Boscastle etc) less than 40 minutes’ drive. Water sports and fishing are available locally at Roadford Lake, 5 miles away. There are also five major National Trust houses and three preserved steam railways all within a 30-mile radius of the cottage.

There are steps to the property.

There is open water in the property grounds.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

Limited on-site parking (max 1 space)
Onsite parking includes off-street options

Bedrooms

Bedroom
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Towels provided

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Garden

Comfort

Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
4 steps to reach entrance
Single level property
Smoke-free property

Things to do

Fishing

Safety features

No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher

General

Garden

Similar properties

Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

1 Bedroom Accommodation in Dippertown, Near Tavistock Okehampton

su-UKC3280-UKC3280

About the area

Okehampton is home to this cottage. Kelly House and Brent Tor are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dartmoor National Park and Tamar Valley. Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre and Launceston Steam Railway are also worth visiting.

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Dippertown, near Tavistock

What's nearby

Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre - 10 min drive - 4.5 km
Brent Tor - 14 min drive - 10.3 km
Ashbury Golf Club - 19 min drive - 22.2 km
Dartmoor National Park - 19 min drive - 17.2 km
Lydford Gorge - 25 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

Sampford Courtenay Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪Harvey's - ‬15 min drive
‪The Mary Tavy Inn - ‬21 min drive
‪Arundell Arms Hotel and Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
‪The Bell Inn - ‬15 min drive
‪Blacksmiths Arms - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 bedroom accommodation in Dippertown, near Tavistock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1 bedroom accommodation in Dippertown, near Tavistock?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at 1 bedroom accommodation in Dippertown, near Tavistock?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is 1 bedroom accommodation in Dippertown, near Tavistock located?

Situated in Okehampton, this cottage is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre and within 6 miles (10 km) of Roadford Reservoir and Kelly House. Tamar Valley and Brent Tor are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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1 bedroom accommodation in Dippertown, near Tavistock Reviews

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10/10 Excellent

David J.

4 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Glamping at its best

A very enjoyable stay at Farmer's Oak Shepherds Hut in rural Devon. Easy access to Dartmoor, Lydford Gorge and Tavistock to name a few. Lovely peaceful setting in an orchard with Cotlitch cooking facilities. Gracious hosts, Manya and Andrew.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019