Tavistock lies between Dartmoor National Park and the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Being surrounded by such stunning countryside with the convenience of excellent amenities on the doorstep, and a good choice of holiday cottages to rent, makes Tavistock an ideal location for a self-catering break. The pretty town is part of the Cornwall and West Mining Landscape UNESCO World Heritage Site which protects a scene that did not form naturally but is no less beautiful as a result. Read more
An idyllic retreat for large groups of up to ten in a tranquil country setting just four and a half miles from Tavistock and within easy reach of Devon's many attractions including Dartmoor National Park. Ideal for a holiday with friends or family with an outdoor heated pool (May - Oct), and a big garden. Heaps of charm, lots of space and modern conveniences.
With immense character and charm, this traditional barn conversion sits within the Dartmoor National Park, and offers a comfortable base for enjoying the stunning scenery and outdoor activities available in the area, as well as the many attractions of Devon and East Cornwall. Close to Peter Tavy with an excellent pub serving food, this welcoming holiday cottage is a good choice for walkers, horse riders (stabling available for those looking for a riding holiday) and those wanting to discover the magic of Dartmoor. Tourist board rating: 3 Star
Full of character, this self-catering holiday cottage is located within the boundary of the Dartmoor National Park and provides a perfect place for those who enjoy outdoor activities with fabulous walking and horse riding on the moors from the front door. Peter Tavy with a very good pub is close to The Shippen and there are lots of attractions throughout Devon and East Cornwall for day trips out. Tourist board rating: 3 Star
Cosy and comfy, this self-catering barn conversion provides the ideal place to relax and unwind within the boundaries of Dartmoor National Park. With lovely views, guests can enjoy superb walking and an abundance of outdoor activities, as well as a host of attractions throughout both Devon and East Cornwall. Peter Tavy village is nearby with an excellent food pub.
A charming sunlit cottage providing comfortable and attractive holiday accommodation close to the wonderful Dartmoor National Park. Located right beside the river in the picturesque Tamar valley, it has a log burner and a special 'vibe', making it ideal for couples seeking a relaxing, romantic getaway.
"Ash" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Settled in the heart of West Yorkshire, a short distance away from the bustling market town of Shipley, rests the Victorian model village of Saltaire. Aptly named after its founder, Sir Titus Salt, a textile entrepreneur who made his fortune in...
"The Linhay" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Nestling among mature woodland on the western slopes of Dartmoor, the historic village of Lydford is a jewel in this area of outstanding scenic beauty. To the north, just half a mile away, the high tors come right down to the village edge,...
"Manor Cottage Barn" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Stoke Climsland, a small village on the East Cornwall-Devon border is home to the Stoke Climsland Post Office Stores, which has served at the heart of the local community since the reign of Queen Victoria. To the south of the parish is Kit Hill...
"Oak" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Saltash is dominated by the magnificent Tamar Bridge, Brunel’s masterpiece of engineering taking people from Devon to Cornwall across the Tamar River, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Saltash retains much of its old Cornish charm with...
"Little Claremont" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. The pretty village of Yelverton makes a perfect base for exploring Dartmoor with excellent walking and cycling routes in the area. The 21 mile-long cycling and walking route Drakes trail, runs through the village and links nearby Tavistock and...
"Townend Barn" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Nestling among mature woodland on the western slopes of Dartmoor, the historic village of Lydford is a jewel in this area of outstanding scenic beauty. To the north, just half a mile away, the high tors come right down to the village edge,...
"1 Bed Cottage in Saltash" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 king-size bedroom - 1 en-suite shower room with cubicle and WC - Electric hob and oven, fridge, tea and coffee-making facilities in the...
"Periwinkle Lodge, 3 Roadford Lake Lodges, Roadford Lake" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. This lodge has an entrance area with seating and doggy space so is perfect for those guests travelling with their canine family membersOpen plan with the kitchen and dining areaTwo sofas, electric flame-effect wood-burner, coffee...
"1 Bed Lodge in St. Dominick" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 king-size bed - 1 shower room with WC - Microwave oven and 2-ring gas hob, fridge/freezer - Electric fire -...
"8 Hexton Quay" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Plymouth. 8 Hexton Quay is an exceptionally unique property nestled within grounds of an old quarry, sat beside the gorgeous Hooe lake. This dwelling is a perfect couple's escape, the mezzanine style bedroom sits above a stylish and well-equipped...
"Rose Lodge, 21 Roadford Lake Lodges, Roadford Lake" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Living areaOpen plan with the kitchen and dining areaTwo sofas, coffee table, Smart TVFrench doors leading to the patioKitchenOpen plan with the dining and living areaModern gloss units with a built-in...
"Swallows Nest" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Postbridge lies in the centre of Dartmoor between Moretonhampstead and Two Bridges, next to the East Dart River. It is an idyllic place to uncover Dartmoor's archaeology and showcases one of the finest clapper bridges in the country, believed...
"Annie’s Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Located on the edge of Dartmoor in a quiet village, this mid-terraced cottage is an ideal base for exploring both coast and countryside.. 1 step to entrance. Ground Floor: Open plan living...
"Fisherman's Cottage - The Nook" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. A cosy bolthole for two in the heart of Dartmoor - enjoy a weekend break and an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.. 2 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven,...
"The Smithy" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. For outdoor lovers, this location is ideal, with open moorland and fabulous walks nearby, all within Dartmoor National Park.. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area:...
"Phoebe's Folly-UK36581" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Set within a beautiful meadow, near the beautiful town of Tavistock in Devon, Phoebe’s Folly offers peace and tranquillity. Enjoy the superb wood fired hot tub and a firepit/barbecue and soak up the beautiful views.. All on the Ground...
"Thyme" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Ideal location for a couple wishing to discover and explore Devon and Cornwall.. 6 steps to entrance. All on the First Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview...
"Sage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Couples will enjoy a stay at this complex with myriad attractions on the doorstep, and ample activities on-site.. 6 steps to entrance. All on the First Floor: Open plan living space. Living...
"Sage - UK36937" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Nestled within the beautiful West Devonshire countryside, a peaceful haven, ideal from which to explore Devon and Cornwall and their many delights.. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living...
"Two Shoes Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. A little hamlet called Sourton Down can be found on the outskirts of the Dartmoor National Park. The Pump & Pedal pub, Shell garage, which offers takeaway and sells necessities, as well as a bike rental company, are all nearby. The nearby...
"The Wagon House" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cornwall. Launceston, on the border between Devon and Cornwall, is home to some beautiful Georgian buildings in its town square and the crumbling remains of a Norman castle perched on a hill above. The Willow Tree Cafe and Woodland Walk are dog-friendly...
"1 Bed Cottage in Launceston" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cornwall. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 large king-size bedroom - 1 en-suite wet room with WC - Kitchen - electric oven, hob, dishwasher, fridge, microwave and Nespresso coffee...
"1 Bed Cottage in Yelverton" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 bedroom – super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made into a twin on request) - 1 en-suite shower room and WC - Electric oven and hob,...
"1 Bed Cottage in Shaugh Prior" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 1 super-king-size zip-and-link bedroom (can be made up as twins on request) - 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC - Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer,...
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Communities have thrived in Tavistock for millennia. The remains of prehistoric stone circles and dwellings are visible on the moors above the town, which endured plunder and pillage by Vikings, plague and Civil War. Despite these tribulations, the town flourished, especially in the 16th Century when Tavistock-born Sir Francis Drake found favour with Elizabeth I. Its architectural heyday was in the 1800s when money from local copper mines was used to build elegant shopfronts, an imposing Town Hall and a stylish Guildhall, all of which are popular with visitors today. Start your exploration at the Visitor Information Centre in Court Gate on Bedford Square before browsing the stalls in the Pannier Market, specialist antique and book shops, galleries that showcase local artists past and present, and a farmers’ market voted the Best in the South West.
Many of the visitors enjoying a holiday in Tavistock come for the plentiful walking and cycling opportunities. Drake’s Trail links Tavistock with Plymouth, with walkers and cyclists sharing the 21-mile waymarked route that starts in the centre of town and heads out along the canal. Tavistock is on the 99-mile long Sustrans Route 27 which encompasses Devon’s coast and countryside, including sections along the River Torridge and the western border of Dartmoor National Park. Mountain bikers have the opportunity to test their skills on the Tamar Trails where there is access to 25-miles of MTB trails of varying degrees of difficulty.
Local attractions nearby include the Neolithic monuments at Merrivale - a great spot for a picnic and peaceful contemplation, and the Tudor house Cotehele that is managed by the National Trust. Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre has 45,000 square feet of beautifully colourful rides and games from a bygone era, while at Morwellham Village you can see one of the mines that made the region’s fortune. Countryman Cider has brewery tours and a shop selling their delicious scrumpy direct to the public, and beer drinkers can tour the Stannary Brewing Company instead. Plymouth is just half an hour away with an exciting day of museums, shopping, history, food and culture, or take time to explore picturesque Devon villages and towns like Lustleigh, Salcombe, Noss Mayo and Ottery St Mary, all of which are within an hour’s drive.
Tavistock remains a favourite holiday destination in every season not only for its welcoming community and excellent amenities that make self-catering simple but also for its landscape that is as beautiful as it is diverse. Energetic visitors can be as active as they please with plenty of opportunities not only for walking and cycling but also for climbing, caving, fishing, golf and horse riding. Foodies can eat their fill of delicious produce grown in the fertile soil of the area’s farms, while historians can delve into their favourite era thanks to museums and landmarks.
