Dartmoor Holidays

Inside the boundary of Dartmoor National Park, set amongst the moorland farming community and with open moor only a 10 minute walk up a no-through lane. Sowtontown is am ideal base for a walking or riding holiday - with routes directly from the doorstep to the tors, valleys and villages. There is a choice of riding stables in the area and stabling may be arranged at Sowtontown for holidaymakers who wish to bring their own horse.

Peter Tavy is the nearest village. It has a church and a 15thC inn that serves good meals. On beyond Peter Tavy and further up the Tavy valley lies Mary Tavy, once a prolific tin mining community.

There are endless possibilities for exploring the area; breathtaking landscape, historic remains of Bronze Age stone rows and circles, leats and mines. During many weeks of the year there are a variety of guided walks on themes of local interest, organised by the Dartmoor National Park Authority; a list of these is provided in the accommodation. The north and south coasts are both within easy reach for beaches and coastal paths, approximately 1 hour drive away. There are several nearby golf courses and fishing is available close by. Tavistock (winner of best market town 2004) is 3 miles away. It is an attractive town with a long history and up to date shopping facilities, modern swimming pool, arts centre, museum and an excellent tourist information centre. There are plenty of local attractions to suit all ages.

THE SHIPPEN (Sleeps 4) has a most attractive open plan interior with a galleried bedroom and lots of natural stone and wood. The accommodation (40' x 12'; 12.2Mx3.6M approx.) consists of a sitting room (which can be rearranged with 2 single beds or a double bunk), dining room / kitchen, bathroom (with basin, toilet and bath with shower) and the galleried bedroom with double bed, settee, armchair and TV upstairs. Access to owners washing machine and tumble dryer on request. Secluded paved patio with garden table and chairs, parking for 2 cars.

THE BARN (Sleeps 6) has a large first floor room (36' x 16'; 10M x 4.8 M approx), where the kitchen, dining area and living area are all in one open space, with wide-ranging views of the surrounding countryside. Downstairs there are 3 bedrooms (1 with a double bed, 1 with twin beds and 1 with full size, top quality bunk beds), a bathroom with lavatory, and a separate wash room with second lavatory and tumble drier and washing machine. The ground floor is carpeted throughout and the original oak beams are left exposed. Garden area with garden seat and table, parking for up to 3 cars.

Well-behaved pets welcome by arrangement. Babysitting. Private certified water supply. First 90 units of electricity included in the rent, 10.05 pence per unit thereafter. All heating fuel used is charged at cost price.

2008 - Low Season 1 Jan 2008 - 31 Dec 2008

2008 - High Season 1 Jan 2008 - 31 Dec 2008

Grading

• 3 Visit Britain Stars

Awards

• Regional and Miscellaneous Quality Assured by the Local Tourism Association 2007

Accommodation Information

Number of Rooms/Units:

4

* As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Road Directions

From M5 junction 31
Take A30 to Okehampton. Left onto A386 towards Tavistock. After 8 miles turn left, signed Peter Tavy. Fork right at bridge then 2nd left, signed Sowtontown. Situated 0.3 mile on the right, 100 yds after bungalow.

Public Transport Directions

From Plymouth - 16 miles
From Plymouth bus station take the bus to Tavistock. From Tavistock take bus towards Okehampton, get off at Peter Tavy turning and then walk 1 mile.

 Facilities

Provider Preferences

• Farm - Old Dartmoor farm buildings on a small holding.
• In countryside
• Midweek breaks
• Of historic, literary or architectural interest
• Weekend breaks

Children & Infants

• Accept children (Minimum age) - 0
• Facilities for children - Cots available, Highchairs available, Babysitting service

Parking & Transport

• On site parking - 6 Uncovered

Room / Unit Features

The Shippen

• Barbecue - 0
• Central Heating - 0
• Colour Television - 0
• Drying Facilities - 0
• Ironing Facilities - 0
• Microwave - 0
• Pets Accepted - 0
• Radio - 0

The Barn

• Barbecue - 0
• Central Heating - 0
• Colour Television - 0
• Drying Facilities - 0
• DVD Player - 0
• Ironing Facilities - 0
• Microwave - 0
• Pets Accepted - 0
• Radio - 0
• Real log/coal fire - 0
• Washing Machine - 0

Establishment Features

• Garden/patio for guests' use
• Linen provided

Specialist Features

• Special provisions for cyclists - On route 27. We have some spare tyres, puncture repair. Maps also available.
• Special provisions for walkers - Some maps and walking guides available.