Located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre, this cottage is within a 15-minute drive of Dartmoor National Park. The cottage includes conveniences like a kitchen.
Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre - 10 min drive - 3.0 miles
Brent Tor - 13 min drive - 6.4 miles
Roadford Reservoir - 13 min drive - 6.0 miles
Tamar Valley - 13 min drive - 6.4 miles
Dartmoor National Park - 18 min drive - 12.2 miles
Getting around
Sampford Courtenay Station - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Costa Coffee - 14 min drive
Dartmoor Inn - 15 min drive
Fox & Hounds Hotel - 14 min drive
Newmarket inn - 15 min drive
The Mary Tavy Inn - 21 min drive
About this property
Entire place
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.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom.
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
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
On a lake
On a river
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
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated 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
Check-in: 3:30 PM
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
1 Bedroom Accommodation in Dippertown, Near Tavistock Okehampton
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Frequently asked questions
What can I see near this cottage?
This cottage is located in Okehampton, close to Lydford Gorge, Launceston Castle, and Brent Tor. Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre is also within a driving distance of 2.7 mi.
Will I be able to park at 1 bedroom accommodation in Dippertown, near Tavistock?
Yes, though there is a max of 1 space. You'll find a max of limited parking spaces.
Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
What do couples enjoy most about 1 bedroom accommodation in Dippertown, near Tavistock?
At this riverfront cottage, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, a kitchen in some cottage, as well as a garden.
Are there hot tubs at 1 bedroom accommodation in Dippertown, near Tavistock?
No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this cottage provide breakfast?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.
Are there connecting rooms at 1 bedroom accommodation in Dippertown, near Tavistock?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.
Can I book a room with a balcony at 1 bedroom accommodation in Dippertown, near Tavistock?
No, there aren't any cottage with balconies at 1 bedroom accommodation in Dippertown, near Tavistock.
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10/10 Excellent
David J.
Oct 4, 2019
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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.