Showing posts with label Smallholding. Show all posts
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Monday, 29 September 2025

Dartmoor Holidays, Tavistock, Devon, Dartmoor National Park


Dartmoor Holidays – Self-Catering Cottages in Tavistock, Devon

Dartmoor Holidays is a smallholding offering three spacious, reasonably priced, and welcoming self-catering cottages. Located within the ancient market town of Tavistock in the west of Devon, these holiday cottages sit in a beautiful rural setting on the edge of Dartmoor National Park—an ideal spot for walking and exploring the great outdoors.

The Barn

The Barn is a charming conversion featuring a large first-floor room where the kitchen, dining area, and living area are all combined in one open space with wide-ranging views of the surrounding countryside. On the ground floor there are three bedrooms: one double, one twin, and one with full-size top-quality bunk beds. The ground floor also includes a bathroom with basin, toilet, and bath with shower, plus a second lavatory and washroom with tumble dryer and washing machine. The ground floor is carpeted throughout, with original oak beams left exposed for character.

The Hemphouse

The Hemphouse sleeps five people in a double room, twin room, and an en suite downstairs single. The open-plan living areas are well equipped, including a TV, DVD player, cooker, fridge, wood-burning stove, washing machine, and tumble dryer.

The Shippen

The Shippen is the smallest of the barns, sleeping four people in a double and a sleeping area within the living room. The open-plan living area is well equipped, similar to The Hemphouse.

Visiting Tavistock & Exploring Devon

These holiday cottages offer ideal accommodation for walking, hiking, cycling, or riding holidays. Dogs are welcome, and stabling is available for guests who wish to bring their own horses. Open moorland is within a 10-minute walk, while the historic market town of Tavistock is just three miles away. The nearby village of Peter Tavy boasts a 15th-century inn serving good food, and National Cycle Route 27 passes directly by the gate.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/devon/13014

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Thursday, 10 February 2022

Broom Farm Cottage, Rosudgeon, Marazion, Penzance, Cornwall (Sleeps 1-2)


Broom Farm Cottage offers excellent self-catering accommodation in Rosudgeon. The cottage is near Marazion and Penzance, making this the perfect base to explore the local area. The Cornish cottage sleeps up to two people and is ideal for a romantic holiday away.

Broom Farm Cottage has been converted from a traditional single-story granite barn. Situated on a 3-acre smallholding, this is perfect for an idyllic breakaway.

The lounge/dining/kitchen area includes comfy seating and a TV. A fully equipped kitchen area includes a range of excellent appliances: microwave and fridge etc.

The bedroom boasts a king-size and has an en suite bathroom with bath and shower over. Crisp white cotton bed linen is included.

Adjoining the cottage is a covered car space that leads to a patio with garden furniture, overlooking one of our meadows. An ideal place for a spot of al fresco dining.

The cottage is open from Easter to the end of November.

At the end of the lane is a Co-op store, a village pub and a fish and chip shop. Buses to Falmouth or to Penzance stop opposite the pub. A mile away is Prussia Cove, famous for its beautiful coastal walks leading to the nearby sandy beaches of Mounts Bay. St Ives is 9 miles away and Penzance is only 5 miles away. There you can stroll down Chapel Street, running from the town centre to the harbour, and explore its quirky mixture of shops, most of which date back to the 18th Century.

The Exchange Gallery in Penzance offers a major contemporary art gallery/space. The Gallery features a range of work from local to international artists. The building itself was altered to include a large bowed glass wall illuminated by 100s of coloured LED lights.

Penlee House Gallery and Museum is a Victorian manor house that houses an art gallery, the town museum and a cafe. The gallery specialises in the Newlyn School artists. The museum upstairs shows displays of local history interest ranging from the Stone Age onwards

For more information please visit our website:


https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Cornwall/15881

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Friday, 13 August 2021

The Buzzards, Kingsland, Leominster, Herefordshire (Sleeps 1-4)


The Buzzards offers fantastic self catering accommodation in an idyllic rural setting in Kingsland. Our cottages are perfect for a relaxing escape in a beautiful part of the country.

The cottages are situated on a16 acre smallholding surrounded by trees, pasture and peace. It’s a chemical free area and has been awarded for providing a green environment. The three self-contained stone holiday cottages are spacious, comfortable and attractively furnished with a mix of antique and modern furniture. They are equipped to a very high standard.

To help you relax and enjoy your holiday there are animals to see, books to read, games to play, a radio, digital television and an abundance of tourist literature.

The accommodation is spacious and all the holiday cottages have either sofas, extra beds or bed settees that could accommodate another two people if required. Please contact us if you intend to use this option.

Bullfinch Cottage provides spacious accommodation for four people. The ground floor is accessible to wheelchair users and has a large cloakroom with a toilet and washbasin.

Redstart Cottage is spacious with exposed beams and ample space for two adults plus one or two children.

Cuckoo's Nest provides comfortable easy-access accommodation for three visitors who may have limited mobility.

The area provides endless possibilities for touring; to the west is Mid-Wales, the beautiful Elan Valley and the Brecon Beacons; to the north, Shropshire and the county town of Shrewsbury; to the east and south lie Malvern and the Malvern Hills. There are National Trust properties, market towns and three cathedral cities, (Hereford, Worcester and Gloucester) all within easy reach.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Herefordshire/13890

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Monday, 9 March 2020

Werngochlyn Cottages, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire (Sleeps 1-6)


Werngochlyn Farmhouse dates back to the 12th Century. It is a small working farm set in the middle of rolling farmland under the Skirrid Mountain and yet only three miles from the busy market town of Abergavenny.

There are 4 self-catering holiday cottages set around the farmyard. All are tastefully converted and yet retain the charm and character of the original buildings, with stone walls and revealed beams. They are spacious and yet cosy enough for a Winter Break or to return to on a rainy Summer evening!

There is a heated indoor swimming pool, games room, plenty of room to sit out and have a barbeque, with ample parking. A stream runs through the farmyard and there are plenty of friendly farm animals to get to know - Paradise for children!

It is an ideal centre in an area renowned for its spectacular beauty - steeped in history, with simply masses to do and see. An 18 hole Golf Course and Driving Range is only ½ mile away.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Monmouthshire/1268

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Tuesday, 4 June 2019

Trevorry Cottage, Lanlivery, Lostwithiel, Cornwall


Trevorry Cottage is a well-maintained self catering holiday home sleeping up to 4 people. It offers 4-star holiday accommodation near Lanlivery by Lostwithiel in Cornwall and can be found on a 30-acre smallholding, perfect for those who are seeking some well deserved rest and relaxation.

Our cosy holiday cottage is a great place for couples or a family who want a base from which to explore this lovely part of Cornwall. Our holiday home is equipped with everything a visitor could want for their comfort and convenience. The lounge is a “home from home” with a television, DVD player and Hi-Fi, where you can relax on the cosy settees and enjoy some creature comforts. The newly equipped kitchen/diner offers you all cooking facilities, including a cooker, microwave, fridge and freezer. 

The holiday cottage has two bedrooms, both with comfortable double beds, wardrobes, side tables and lamps. The bathroom has a separate bath and shower cubicle with gas heated powerful shower and a toilet. The wash basin is set in a vanity unit with mirror and shaver socket. 

We are close to the small village of Lanlivery, with its charming pub and historic church and the picturesque ancient stannary town of Lostwithiel. The Eden Project, the Lost Gardens of Heligan and Lanhydrock House are all within easy reach. The ancient charm of Fowey harbour, the quaint fishing villages of Mevagissey, Looe and Polperro and the historic port of Charlestown are nearby. The city of Truro with its majestic cathedral and architecture is only half an hour’s drive. 

Our holiday cottage is situated by the lake and the copse, offering visitors an uninterrupted view through the windows and from the decking accessed through the French windows from the lounge. 

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Cornwall/8087

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Tuesday, 12 March 2019

Clan Cottages, Dalnabreac, Oban, Argyll, The Highlands


Clan Cottages offer 5 luxury self catering cottages located in the small village of Dalnabreac. This is only 4 miles from the town of Oban. The cottages are laid out like a small Celtic settlement sitting in a five acre smallholding. With truly breathtaking surroundings, this is the perfect choice for anyone holidaying in this area.

Each cottage has: 

Gas central heating throughout.
Living flame gas fire in the lounge. 
Flat screen TVs with Sky free satellite channels. 
Wireless internet access. 

Dalnabreac is a small village which lies at the southwest end of Loch Shiel. This area has beautiful walks around Kilmore which are steeped in history dating back to the bronze age. There is a Crannog in the loch in full view of the cottages. Within walking distance, is a Neolithic Chambered Cairn at Dalineun. 

There are many other historic landmarks which can be found in various publications written about Oban, Kilmore and Kilbride. 

Nearby Oban has plenty of amenities from pizza restaurants through to a distillery.

Clan Cottages are close to a variety of attractions such as:

Dunollie Castle.
Arduaine Gardens.
Atlantis Leisure Centre.

Corran Halls.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Scotland/7520

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