Whatever your reason for visiting Dartmoor National Park, you will find a warm welcome at Wooder Manor where five fantastic holiday properties sleep between one and six people and are as popular with couples as they are with families. The cottages are along a private driveway that leads off a quiet country lane just a flat, half-mile walk from the village of Widecombe-in-the-Moor. Here you will find two excellent pubs (The Old Inn and the Rugglestone Inn) and two great cafes, one of which, the Cafe on the Green, has been in business for over 90 years. All of Dartmoor's best attractions are virtually on the doorstep whether you want to walk, horse ride, climb, mountain bike, or just make your way from pretty village to lovely town, tucking into fresh local produce at the wealth of cafes and pubs in the area. Wooder Manor's central location in the heart of Dartmoor National Park means you are never far from a fun-filled day out at places like Pennywell Farm, Buckfast Butterfly Farm, Hald
The Bunny Barn in Combefishacre near Ipplepen is the perfect place to escape into the Devonshire countryside for a holiday. The medieval barn has been sympathetically converted to offer comfortable self-catering accommodation for couples or small families with young children. Boasting flagstone floors, thick stone walls and original oak beams. Ipplepen village is a mile away with a traditional pub serving great food(The Wellington), A village Co-Op for groceries and a lovely coffee shop. There is a very fine Church with Norman origins and a beautiful rood screen with medieval painted saints. Nearby the towns of Totnes and Newton Abbot provide everything else you could need. Dartmoor National Park and the beautiful beaches of the English Riviera are both only five miles away, providing a wealth of walks, cycling routes, attractions and sightseeing.
The Barn at Lower Harton Farm comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests in four bedrooms, each of whom enjoys fantastic views and exclusive access to a heated indoor swimming pool and a games room. There is plenty of space to relax and socialise with your family and friends, with the 16 acres of grounds including a huge deck and pond. The Barn is near Lustleigh in the Dartmoor National Park with direct access to footpaths and cycling routes and close to beautiful beaches and favourite attractions that include Paignton Zoo and Exeter Cathedral.
"Shaldon Bridge Retreat, Shaldon" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Step inside and you’ll immediately notice the light-filled living space, enhanced by a distinctive shopfront-style window that gives the apartment its open and airy feel. The welcoming lounge provides a comfortable place to relax after a day...
"Bowbeer Barn" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Drewsteignton sits high above the River Teign as it meanders through a spectacular steep wooded Teign Gorge. It is a chocolate box village with a cluster of ancient cob and thatched cottages surrounding a square, complete with an ancient...
"Little Torr" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Drewsteignton sits high above the River Teign as it meanders through a spectacular steep wooded Teign Gorge. It is a chocolate box village with a cluster of ancient cob and thatched cottages surrounding a square, complete with shop, ancient...
"Apartment 17 Abbey Sands" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Torbay. Famous for its sandy beaches, promenades, palm trees and plentiful attractions, the popular seaside town of Torquay in South Devon has been welcoming visitors for the best part of 200 years. Torquay holds many delights for both families and...
"1 Ilsham Cottages" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Torbay. Famous for its sandy beaches, promenades, palm trees and plentiful attractions, the popular seaside town of Torquay in South Devon has been welcoming visitors for the best part of 200 years. Torquay holds many delights for both families and...
"Keeling" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Exmouth, on the eastern bank of the River Exe's estuary, contains everything a visitor needs for a peaceful holiday. A flourishing coastal town with a nationally recognised bird sanctuary, miles of sandy beaches, excellent coastal walking,...
"Hazel Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Newton Abbot is situated in the heart of The English Riviera, with its mild climate and thriving palm trees. The ancient market town now offers plenty of modern shops, both local and well-known high street chains and six leading brand...
"Dartmoor Retreat Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Moretonhampstead, Devon, is a small town that sits near the northern tip of Dartmoor National Park and offers a wide variety of services and attractions to its residents and visitors. There is a large selection of stores available, as well as...
"1 Bed Cottage in Crediton" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - Sleeps 2+2 (double sofa bed upon request) - 1 bedroom with double bed - 1 shower room with shower and WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave and...
"The Grottoes" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Torbay. Famous for its sandy beaches, promenades, palm trees and plentiful attractions, the popular seaside town of Torquay in South Devon has been welcoming visitors for the best part of 200 years. Torquay holds many delights for both families and...
"Chilvery Farm Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Devon. The village of Whiddon Down boasts its own pub, whilst nearby Chagford also has more active facilities such as a public tennis court and an open-air swimming pool to enjoy at your leisure. Its wonderful setting,15th and 16th century buildings,...
"The Coach House at Thorn Farm" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. A picturesque town at the northern point of Dartmoor National Park in Devon, Moretonhampstead, is small in size but is packed with amenities and things to do. There is a wide range of shops as well as four pubs and an open-air swimming pool to...
"Moorhaven" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Whiddon Down has a fine pub, it's just minutes away from Okehampton which is one of the main gateways to Dartmoor, and in the other direction rests Chagford. A picturesque town at the northern point of Dartmoor National Park in Devon, Chagford...
"Primrose Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Drewsteignton sits high above the River Teign as it meanders through a spectacular steep wooded Teign Gorge. It is a chocolate box village with a cluster of ancient cob and thatched cottages surrounding a square, complete with shop, ancient...
"1 Bed Lodge in Crediton" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 1 bedroom – 1 king-size - 1 shower room with shower and WC - Microwave oven, induction hob, fridge with freezer compartment - Smart TV in the lounge -...
"Acorn Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Newton Abbot, with its pleasant environment and flourishing palm palms, is located in the centre of The English Riviera. The historic market town today has a wide selection of contemporary stores, including six well-known grocery chains....
"Shipwrights Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. A functional harbour, sandy beach, Victorian pier, sailing club, diving centre, and sea activity centre are all features of the ancient seaside town of Teignmouth, which is located in South Devon at the mouth of the Teign estuary. Elegant...
"3 Bed Cottage in Dawlish" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 3 bedrooms - 2 king-size and 1 twin - 1 bathroom and 1 shower room - Electric oven and hob, fridge, dishwasher and microwave - Coffee...
"The Old Coach House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Nestled in the valley of the River Bovey is this stunning little town known as "The Gateway to the Moor". Bovey Tracey got its name from the meandering river that flows through it, with 'Tracey' representing the family that were the lords of...
"Hilltop Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Torbay. Situated in the centre of Torbay between Brixham and Torquay, Paignton is one of South Devon's premier seaside resorts. Boasting long sandy beaches and a picturesque harbour, this charming town also plays host to a wonderful selection of shops,...
"3 Bed Cottage in Dawlish" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 3 bedrooms – 2 king-size, 1 bunk bedroom - 1 family bathroom with a shower over the bath and WC - Electric oven/hob, microwave,...
"Muntham Luxury Town House with Hot Tub" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Torbay. Famous for its sandy beaches, promenades, palm trees and plentiful attractions, the popular seaside town of Torquay in South Devon has been welcoming visitors for the best part of 200 years. Torquay holds many delights for both families and...
"Pier View" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Torbay. Located in the heart of Torbay between Brixham and Torquay, Paignton is one of South Devon's premier seaside resorts. Showcasing sandy beaches and a harbour, this town also hosts a selection of shops, pubs, clubs and restaurants. A base from...
"Lodge 32 - Cowslip" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Chudleigh is an ancient wool town resting in the Teignbridge District area of Devon, with plenty of history and scenic sights to explore at any time of year. The town has history dating back to the Saxon times, with many place names from this...
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Do not miss out on the chance to get involved in Newton Abbot’s oldest tradition; the local market has been around since the 13th century and offers an exciting opportunity to pick up some fresh local produce and various other delights. These days, there are lots of indoor and outdoor markets regularly held in the town, with the most popular outdoor one taking place in Market Square on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
An 8-minute drive from the town will take you to The Devon Bird of Prey Centre where you can catch a glimpse of some of nature’s most glorious creatures! Between personal flying displays and opportunities to handle a few of the birds including the ethereal Eagle Owls, a visit to this facility is sure to be an exciting day for all.
Sticking to the wildlife theme, why not pay a visit to the Paignton Zoo Environmental Park to see some more incredible animals? Being home to 2,000 creatures (many of which are rare species) along with 80 acres of land, there is so much to explore at this centre that will go down well with adults and children alike.
Less than 30 minutes in the car will take you to Dartmoor National Park, an incredible unspoilt landscape where you can enjoy the unique opportunity to go walking with a llama or alpaca thanks to Dartmoor Llama Walks. A truly spectacular way to explore the park, your four-legged partner will join you on an adventure through wooded gorges, flowing rivers and idyllic farmland.
A former clay quarry, Decoy Country Park is a Green Flag award-winning country park and nature reserve that sits just on the edge of Newton Abbot, offering the perfect natural escape in a mere 5-minute drive from the town. The landscape boasts plenty of things to get up to, from watersports on the stunning lake to adventures in the stunning deciduous woodland.
If you fancy a spot of retail therapy, Trago Mills Family Shopping and Leisure Park is the place to go. You are sure to find what you are looking for here, with lots of shops offering everything from stylish clothes to kitchen accessories, along with plenty of places to grab a coffee and bite to eat along the way.
Best Time to Visit Newton Abbot
As some of the best activities in Newton Abbot rely on the weather to be on its best behaviour, it is advisable to visit the town at its sunniest. This part of England tends to get its highest temperatures between June and August, so try to plan your trip during the summer months.