Secluded farmhouse – high on Dartmoor, with private access to the River Dart | Other in Yelverton

10.0 (19 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  6 Guests
Dartmoor National Park Other | Secluded farmhouse – high on Dartmoor, with private access to the River Dart

3 Bedroom Place in Dartmoor National Park, Yelverton

In the wilds of The Dartmoor National Park, half a mile from the nearest road, Combestone Farm is the perfect isolated rural retreat. Bordered by rivers, the farm offers unimpeded access to 180 acres of moorland, fields, ancient woodland and the banks of The River Dart. There are endless options for walking, exploring, fly-fishing and wild-swimming right on the doorstep.
The cosy, welcoming cottage includes an open fire in the main living room, a wood burner in the snug and an AGA for cooking. Upstairs there are three pretty bedrooms and a bathroom, with bath. There is also a shower and WC on the ground floor. The sheltered and well-tended gardens have far-reaching views across the valley. The farmland includes bluebell woods, bronze-age hut circles and ancient tin mine workings. Well behaved dogs are welcome and grazing for 2 horses can be arranged.
The farm offers private access to a mile the River Dart with excellent swimming and picnicking spots. There is fly-fishing for two rods on 2.5 miles of the river for Salmon and Trout (subject to the season and correct licenses).
The nearby village of Holne has a welcoming 13th century pub (currently closed), shop and tearoom. Dartmeet, across the steppingstones over the river, boasts the popular tearoom and restaurant at Badger’s Holt and the Forest Inn at Hexworthy is just over a mile away. The River Dart Country Park is a family activity centre set in 90 acres about 5 miles drive. The local towns of Ashburton, Princetown, Yelverton and Tavistock have a full range of amenities, restaurants and activities.
The farm is remote and not connected to the national electricity grid. There is high-speed WiFi, but no mobile phone signal. Electrical power comes from solar panels and a hydro-electric generator. There is also a diesel generator which runs automatically 2hrs/day. Electrical supplies are limited therefore, and guests will need a degree of resourcefulness!
Water is straight from a spring on the farm. The Kitchen has an oil-fired AGA for cooking, a microwave, fridge and excellent range of kitchen equipment. A washing machine and tumble dryer are available when the generator is running.
There is parking for several cars but the farm track is very rough and not suitable for sports cars. The farmhouse has steep stairs & rough granite floors and isn’t ideal for very young children. The terrain is steep and rugged; the hiking, riding, fishing and outdoor pursuits are unrivalled.
The farm, and nearby Combestone Tor, opened the 2011 film “War Horse” as the birthplace of “Joey” and with some of the early scenes of the beauty of Dartmoor.
The little converted 1-bedroom barn on the other side of the farmyard is occupied.

Secluded farmhouse – high on Dartmoor, with private access to the River Dart is located in Dartmoor National Park. Secluded farmhouse – high on Dartmoor, with private access to the River Dart provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This Other features Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Secluded farmhouse – high on Dartmoor, with private access to the River Dart has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Other because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Other, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Other has a friendly neighborhood, and the Dartmoor National Park has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Other in Dartmoor National Park, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
Designated Smoking Area
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: not suitable for young children
Pet Policy
3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) note from host: dogs must be kept under control around livestock pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only

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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Jochen S.
Aug 14, 2024 05:28:25 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We stayed on the Combestone Farm for five days and it was a glorious experience. The location is ideal for exploring Dartmoor’s unique landscape, whether you want to go for long hikes or short strolls with children. We began multiple hikes starting directly from the farm. Annabelle was very helpful to us in planning our hikes and she provided helpful insights and recommendations based on our requirements. She is the most wonderful of hosts. We were immediately made to feel a part of her family and Humbug (her dog) is very friendly and just as welcoming. Our kids instantly fell in love with her. Combestone Farm is the place to go to authentically experience Dartmoor inside and out, which is so worth it! A big thank you to Annabelle. We miss you already!
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