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Gate House Barn

Peter Tavy, near Tavistock, Devon
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Quirky
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Wonderful traditional cottage, located within Dartmoor National Park with walks on your doorstep
  • Stone feature walls, exposed beams and vaulted ceilings add character to this barn
  • Relax in the pretty lawned garden and dine alfresco on the table and chairs
Property code: OC-88349

Boasting plenty of stick-throwing opportunities from the doorstep, this reverse-style traditional Devonshire cottage is bursting with character and offers plenty of space for your whole pack and canine companion. Spend hours walking or cycling the rugged trails carving their way through Dartmoor National Park.

Hang up the leash in the entrance hallway and head into the light and bright contemporary cottage-style kitchen to tame the growl of hungry tummies by rustling up some locally sourced treats. Your canine companion won’t be able to resist dozing beside the wood burner in the adjoining dining room as you gather the whole pack and share stories of the day’s adventures. Heading up the cottage staircase, you’ll find the fetching lounge; comfortable sofas, another wood burner and a Smart TV set the scene for the cosiest of nights in. If you long to stop chasing your tail, you have a king-size ground-floor bedroom with Jack-and-Jill bathroom, and a further king-size and one twin upstairs, serviced by a family bathroom. Your four-legged friend can roam to their heart’s content on the lawn in the enclosed garden as you admire countryside views with a glass of something chilled from the comfort of the patio.

Situated at the foot of the Iron Age hillfort of White Tor within Dartmoor National Park, there are miles of footpaths through woodland and over moorland in this tail-wagging spot deep in the Devonshire countryside to explore with your four-pawed pal. Take the lead to the historic market town of Tavistock 3 miles away to sniff out some local treats from its famous pannier market or award-winning farmers’ market. If your four-legged friend can keep up, join the Devon section of the National Cycle Network to head to Plymouth (16.5 miles) to have a ball exploring the iconic seafront promenade.

  • 3 bedrooms - 2 king-size and 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 Jack and Jill shower room with WC and 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC
  • Electric Everhot cooker, additional electric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave, coffee machine, washing machine, fridge and freezer
  • Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available
  • 2 wood burners (first basket of logs included)
  • Smart TV in first floor king-size and twin bedrooms, dining room and lounge
  • Enclosed garden with lawn and a patio with garden furniture
  • Off-road parking for 1 car and additional roadside parking (subject to availability)
  • Shop 3.5 miles and pub 500 metres
  • Arrival: 16:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Belinda Withey

This property is personally managed by Belinda.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 7 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Tim 20th March 2026

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Great cottage, lots of well-furnished rooms and a sunny garden. The Peter Tavy Inn, just a couple of hundred yards, great food and dog friendly - may need to book as it's popular. A couple of good walks just out from the house. First via Mary Tavy and down the Dartmoor Way, watch out for a couple of high ladder stiles. Second Smeadon down. You can Read morejust walk on the open down with its Tors, Dartmoor ponies sheep and a couple of Shetland's, we think, or a longer circular walk on tracks and paths. Hide

Reviewed by Michelle 20th June 2025

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We had a fantastic stay at this lovely cottage in Dartmoor. The house was spotlessly clean, beautifully maintained, and thoughtfully equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. It's in a peaceful location with an easy, walk to the local pub a real bonus! Communication with the owner was excellent throughout friendly, responsive, anRead mored helpful. Highly recommended Hide

Reviewed by Lesley 6th June 2025

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Absolutely perfect facilities. Lots of thoughtful touches. Will definitely return. We would give the highest recommendation possible for Gate House Barn . Not one quibble. For those who want a characterful pub with great food the Peter Tavy Inn is a very short walk away.

Reviewed by Stephanie 23rd May 2025

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It was a delightful cottage and it such a lovely location. Would definitely stay again.

Reviewed by Julia 16th May 2025

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Reviewed by Kathryn 9th May 2025

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Lovely spacious and comfortable cottage, very well-equipped and in a superb location. We had a fantastic week, with excellent weather, lots of gorgeous walks. The Peter Tavy Inn is well worth a visit, we had a wonderful meal there. A superb week's holiday, highly recommended.

Reviewed by Robert 21st June 2024

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We had an amazing 5 days staying at this wonderful home from home. We would totally recommend to anyone. Fab local Inn. The host is very helpful and looked after us wonderfully We would definately like to come back hopefully very soon. Right on the doorstop to Dartmoor.

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Canine Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.