The Old School Cottage
About the home
The Old School Cottage retains its charm with arched windows and modern interior. The original bell is still sited in the bell tower. Access is through the 'Girls & Infants' entrance.
An ideal base for groups of 2, 4 or even 6 to start your exploration of Devon and Cornwall. Within a short drive you can reach many Dartmoor villages (Widecombe-in-the-moor, Meavy, Moretonhampstead, Yelverton etc..) and attractions such as Burrator Reservoir, Burr Island, Cawsands and Morwellham Quay. The market town of Tavistock, Princetown, Yelverton and the City of Plymouth with its maritime history and seafront location are but a short drive. Shops, Chippie and family pubs are a short walk into the village. The Eden Project is about 50min drive away. Looe & Polperro are about 35mins.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 4, 2 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Wembury, 10km |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets House swaps Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 250m |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for over 5s only Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 1 shower room |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Shared garden, BBQ |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
Ground floor: Lounge and dining area. Shaker style kitchen with wooden floor, shower room with toilet & basin. First floor: 2 bedrooms - 1 5ft double, 1 twin. Up to 2 additional guests can use the leather sofa bed (extra £20 per person per night - towels and bed linen will be provided) in the lounge. Maximum overall cottage occupancy is 6 adults. Minimum occupancy is 2 adults.
Services: GCH. All gas, power, bed linen (duvets) & towels included. DVD player. DAB (digital) radios. Freeview digital TV. Electric cooker. Dishwasher. Fridge/freezer. Microwave. Non smokers only.
Further details outdoors:
Large lawned garden with terraced area & garden furniture. BBQ facilities. FREE onsite parking for 2 cars.
Further details
Not suitable for children under 5.
No pets.
Conditions
A deposit of £150 per week booked. The balance is due 6 weeks prior to arrival.
If booking within 6 weeks of arrival, then full payment is required.
Cancellations within 6 weeks are charged in full. Before 6 weeks incurr loss of deposit.
The West Country / Devon region


The beautiful village of Horrabridge and the River Walkham are situated in Dartmoor National Park. The cottage is an ideal base for walking or just relaxing in the local character pubs (we have 2). Many National Trust properties are in the locality and the towns and surrounding villages steeped in history.
The Dartmoor / Tavistock area
Within a 15 minute drive you can reach many villages - Meavy, Yelverton, Clearbrook and Princetown to name a few. Golf clubs and attractions such as Burrator Reservoir, Morwellham Quay and Lydford Gorge. Many local National Trust properties including Buckland Abbey and Saltram House are but a short drive.
The historical market town of Tavistock with it's Pannier Market is less than 4 miles. Princetown is 5 miles. Plymouth with its maritime history and seafront location 10 miles. Plymouth airport 6 miles.
Various festivals take place through the year including the famous Goose Fair in Tavistock.
The Eden Project is about 45mins to drive.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Plymouth: 7 km |
| Railway: | Plymouth: 10 km |
| Ferry: | Plymouth: 10 km |
Fly into Heathrow or Gatwick airports and take a train to Plymouth via Paddington Station (London).
Bristol, Plymouth or Exeter airports are closer.
BY CAR DIRECTIONS:
Take M5 South and then the A38 towards Plymouth. Follow signs for Tavistock (A386). Turn 1st left at Yelverton roundabout. After 1 mile, turn right into Horrabridge village centre. Go over stone bridge and turn left. Leaping Salmon pub will be on your right. At the White/cream Chapel House (250 yards) turn right. The Old School House is 50 yards up on the left.
Alternatively, take M5 South and follow the signs towards Oakhampton (A30). Stay on A30 until you see the sign for Tavistock (A386), take the slip road and turn left at the junction onto the A386 to Tavistock. At Tavistock take 1st exit on a small roundabout. At the next small roundabout, take 1st exit onto the Whitchurch Road. Follow this road until Horrabridge (3 miles). After the traffic calming, travel for 300 yards and turn left at the White Chapel house. The Old School House is 50 yards on the left.
Activities near Dartmoor
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Cycling holidays
Guestbook for The Old School Cottage
Thank you for a lovely week. LK & JA. Northants
Beautiful accommodation. Everything supplied for our comfort. D & J. USA
It has been a wonderful family weekend and I look forward to more in the future. DP. Birmingham
A great retreat from all the hussle & bustle. Great accommodation & hosts. JT. Wiltshire
The Guest Book is available in the cottage for perusal. Everybody has given us positive feedback and enjoyed themselves.
Rental prices
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| Prices for group size 2 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| 4 Feb 12 | 18 Feb 12 | £ 265 | 70 | 75 | 3 Nights | |
| 18 Feb 12 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 270 | 65 | 70 | 3 Nights | |
| 31 Mar 12 | 14 Apr 12 | £ 315 | 80 | 85 | 3 Nights | |
| 14 Apr 12 | 26 May 12 | £ 335 | 70 | 75 | 3 Nights | |
| 26 May 12 | 2 Jun 12 | £ 335 | 70 | 75 | 3 Nights | |
| 2 Jun 12 | 16 Jun 12 | £ 345 | 80 | 85 | 3 Nights | |
| 16 Jun 12 | 14 Jul 12 | £ 445 | 80 | 85 | 3 Nights | |
| 14 Jul 12 | 28 Jul 12 | £ 495 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 28 Jul 12 | 8 Sep 12 | £ 575 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 8 Sep 12 | 20 Oct 12 | £ 475 | 75 | 80 | 3 Nights | |
| 20 Oct 12 | 3 Nov 12 | £ 315 | 70 | 75 | 3 Nights | |
| Prices for group size 4 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
| Weekday | Weekend | |||||
| 4 Feb 12 | 18 Feb 12 | £ 315 | 75 | 80 | 3 Nights | |
| 18 Feb 12 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 320 | 70 | 75 | 3 Nights | |
| 31 Mar 12 | 14 Apr 12 | £ 365 | 85 | 90 | 3 Nights | |
| 14 Apr 12 | 26 May 12 | £ 385 | 75 | 80 | 3 Nights | |
| 26 May 12 | 2 Jun 12 | £ 385 | 85 | 90 | 3 Nights | |
| 2 Jun 12 | 16 Jun 12 | £ 395 | 85 | 90 | 3 Nights | |
| 16 Jun 12 | 14 Jul 12 | £ 495 | 85 | 90 | 3 Nights | |
| 14 Jul 12 | 28 Jul 12 | £ 575 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 28 Jul 12 | 8 Sep 12 | £ 625 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 8 Sep 12 | 20 Oct 12 | £ 525 | 80 | 85 | 3 Nights | |
| 20 Oct 12 | 3 Nov 12 | £ 365 | 75 | 80 | 3 Nights | |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Please note that check in is 5.00pm. If you would like to check-in earlier please call us on 01822 853437.
All guests are welcome to use The Old School Guest House Restaurant for breakfast or evening meals. Private dining for special occasions can be arranged. Please book in advance for the restaurant.
Groups of 6 should ring for rates.
Availability
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 3 years listed You are contacting Maxine Limon
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