If you think Devon is all clotted cream and pink-cheeked milk maids, think again. Within easy reach of the A30, Okehampton is a Devonian delight of thrilling history, rugged moorland with towering granite tors and shaggy wild ponies, pretty villages, lush pastureland and unforgettable views. One of the best features of Okehampton is its central location. It’s on the northern border of Dartmoor National Park, and equidistant from beaches east and west, giving you the ideal base to explore the entire region. Read more
Peaceful pet-friendly 1-bedroom cottage near Okehampton, on the edge of Dartmoor, with a super-king bed (twin on request), log burner and underfloor heating. Dreamcatcher is set on a peaceful, non-working farm with no passing traffic, yet is less than two miles from shops, cafés and pubs and within easy reach of popular local attractions including Okehampton Castle and the Museum of Dartmoor Life. Dating back to 1840, this beautifully restored former cowshed has been lovingly transformed into a home full of traditional charm, with a bespoke, fully equipped kitchen and cosy lounge — ideal for couples or two friends travelling together. Awarded Pet Friendly Cottage of the Year and Best Pet-Friendly Self-Catering Accommodation 2025 (Devon) by Best of British Getaways, multiple pets are genuinely welcome.
You'll have all the peace and privacy you, your family and your friends could want at Higher Blackabroom. Bridestowe (1.5 miles) boasts a well stocked shop. This detached period property is 6 miles from Okehampton and 8 miles to Tavistock. It is on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park and within walking distance of a welcoming pub. It sleeps seven people in three bedrooms and has incredible views over the surrounding fields and countryside. There is a large lawn and private parking. There is a lovely sheltered seating area with great views over the valley. Lydford Gorge is two miles away, and there is a vast network of footpaths and cycling routes to help visitors explore. You can reach the beaches of the North Devon coast, as well as The Eden Project and RHS Rosemoor, in under an hour.
Awarded Best Pet-Friendly Self-Catering Accommodation 2025 (Devon), by the Best of British Getaways, along with our other cottage, Dreamcatcher, this hideaway cottage nestles at the edge of Okehampton, less than an hour from both the north and south coasts of Devon. This gorgeous barn conversion is a favourite holiday rental all year round. It can sleep up to four people in two lovely ensuite bedrooms, and is ideal for couples, friends or families with older children. The wealth of local footpaths and cycling routes make it easy to enjoy Dartmoor and the surrounding countryside, while its idyllic location on a non-working farm affords guest the peace and privacy they crave.
"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...
"Sandsgate Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. A charming community in the Devonian Dartmoor National Park's northernmost point. Although Chagford, one of Dartmoor's five Stannary towns, is compact, it is stuffed with conveniences and things to do. There are four taverns and a variety of...
"The Granary" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Escape to The Granary, a stunning luxury barn conversion nestled in the tranquil moors near Tavistock. Combining rustic charm with modern elegance, it’s the perfect retreat for relaxation and exploring Devon’s breathtaking countryside.. 3 steps...
"Jane's Place" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cornwall. Lifton is a village in the upper Tamar Valley, close to Launceston. It offers a shop and Post Office, a pub and three restaurants. It also has a farm shop/pick-your-own complex with a bakery and restaurant. Dartmoor and Bodmin are close, for...
"Rock View Shepherd's Hut" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. A delightful award-winning market town on the River Tavy, nestling in the South West slopes of Dartmoor. Tavistock has an indoor pannier market, a diverse range of shops, an excellent choice of pubs, bistros, restaurants, a theatre and a...
"Thrushel Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Devon. The village of Lifton is a lovely settlement in the heart of Devon which boasts a village shop, Post Office, local pub and three restaurants, whilst the South West Coast Path is nearby. The ancient borough town of Launceston is just five miles...
"Dove Lodge" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Sheepwash is a village in Devon found in the Torridge Valley set amidst rolling countryside. This area is perfect for walkers as it's within reach of the Ruby Trail, Tarka Trail and the coast. The village is home to a local shop and a pub,...
"The Barn at Yeoland House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 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...
"5 Lakeview Rise" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Hatherleigh is an ancient market town consisting of cob and thatch cottages situated in the heart of rural Devon. Hatherleigh lies in the Torridge Valley just seven miles from the edge of the Dartmoor National Park, and is a wonderful central...
"Muddy Udders Dairy" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. A small settlement alongside the village of Halwill, Halwill Junction offers a modest scatter of amenities, perfect for any last-minute essentials or a rewarding beverage after a day spent exploring the area's Nature Reserve with its old...
"1 Bed Cottage in Callington" 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 with TV - 1 en-suite shower room with WC - Wood burner in lounge area (logs will need to be ordered prior to arrival...
"2 Bed Cottage in Beaworthy" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms - 1 four poster double bed, and 1 twin zip-and-link (which can be made into a super-king-size on request) - Travel cot and...
"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...
"Ross" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cornwall. A pretty 2 bedroom barn conversion set within an equestrian centre. 20 acres of unspoilt grounds to explore by the River Kensey. Access to swimming pool, hot tub and fishing lake. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan...
"Barley Meadow" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Okehampton is a busy market town on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park and near the highest and most dramatic areas of the moor, where Yes Tor rises to a height above 2000 feet. To the north of Okehampton are some beautiful rolling Devon...
"1 Bed Lodge in Beaworthy" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - Sleeping area - king-size bed - 1 spacious shower room with shower and WC - Electric two ring hob, microwave and mini fridge with ice...
"2 Bed Cottage in Okehampton" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms – 1 king size and 1 twin zip-and-link ( which can be made into a super-king-size on request) - 2 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with...
"Valley Lodge 31" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Cornwall. St Ann’s Chapel is a pleasant hamlet resting between Monkscross and the Tamar Valley aonb. The hamlet offers a small selection of attractions including The Tamar Valley Donkey Park and a play park. Dining options include the Rifle Volunteer and...
"Snowdrop Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Escape to a charming thatched cottage in peaceful Jacobstowe. This stylish cosy rural retreat blends rustic charm with modern comforts, offering a tranquil hideaway perfect for relaxing, unwinding, and exploring the beauty of Devon’s...
"3 Bed Cottage in Albaston" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Cornwall. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 3 bedrooms - 2 doubles and 1 single - 2 bathrooms - 1 en-suite shower room and WC and 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC. 1...
"2 Bed Cottage in Okehampton" is a 2 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 - Sleeps 2+2 - 2 bedrooms - 1 king-size and 1 small bunk room (suitable for children only) - 1 shower room with shower and WC - Electric...
"3 Bed Cottage in Tavistock" 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: on the first floor - 1 super-king-size (which can be made up as a twin on request) with TV; 1 double with TV; on the lower ground...
"Cosy Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Lifton is a small village in the upper Tamar Valley, close to Launceston and the passing A30 road into Cornwall. This pretty community, once sitting astride the old A30 London to Penzance trunk road, is blessed with a village shop and post...
"Little Henford" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. A delightfully rural village in the heart of West Devon’s green and undulating countryside. Surrounded by lush meadows, high hedgerows, wooded valleys and abundant wildlife, the village and area is popular with those visitors seeking to...
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Active holiday makers won’t have to leave the saddle, whether it’s on their mountain bike or their horse, as they explore the picturesque countryside. It’s a rambler’s paradise with miles of paths unspoiled by development and tacky tourism. Pack a picnic and stay out all day walking, climbing, riding, or simply sitting and being part of the landscape.
Learn about Devon’s history at Okehampton’s historic sites including Okehampton Castle, Finch Foundry, and the Museum of Dartmoor Life. Wine lovers should definitely make time to tour Eastcott Vineyard, or at least visit the cellar door and sample some of their award winning produce. Even if you’re staying in a self-catering cottage you’ll appreciate the fantastic pubs and restaurants in the area.
Exeter is an easy drive from Okehampton. Take a day to explore its magnificent cathedral and shop ‘til you drop in this small but perfectly formed city. Exmouth and Teignmouth are to the east, while the beautiful beaches of Bude and the Cornwall Heritage Coast are to the west. Families with kids should definitely check out Simmons Park and meadows if they need somewhere for the younger ones to let off some steam; or take a scenic drive south of town to Becky Falls Woodland Park.
Wherever you look around Okehampton you’ll find something fun, beautiful, historic, or a mixture of all three. It has all the ingredients you need for a brilliant holiday.
