The Smithy
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About the home
The Smithy is situated in the idyllic village of Ponsworthy in the heart of Dartmoor, and offers a magnificent base to enjoy rural peace and tranquility. With exposed stonework and beams, the cottage retains its original character, whilst providing all essential modern comforts and conveniences. Beautifully furnished and equipped to a very high standard, this peaceful 'home from home' boasts bright valley views from a private enclosed garden.
The Smithy is ideally placed for walking, cycling, pony trekking and other moorland activities, and comes with a dedicated team of staff to ensure that your stay is comfortable, as well as supplying local information, and organising a wide range of activities such as farm visits, llama walks, heritage sites, golf, abseiling and hot air ballooning.
For lazy days, there are plenty of books, games and DVDs to keep everyone entertained. Nearby Ashburton has a good selection of shops, restaurants and pubs, and Torquay, Exeter and Plymouth are all within easy driving distance.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 4, 2 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Torquay |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car essential Nearest amenities: 8km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, Internet access, DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom and 1 en suite |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (2), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Private garden, BBQ |
Further details indoors:
The twin beds can be converted into a comfortable super king size bed.
There is a choice of bedding: feather or non-feather pillows and duvets/sheets and blankets – please pre-order.
Good selection of books/games/DVDs.
Good selection of local information provided.
Underfloor heating.
The Smithy has been rated five star and awarded a Gold award by Visit Britain, making it one of the highest rated holiday cottages in Britain.
Further details outdoors:
Beautiful private enclosed garden, with patio, lawn and flower beds.
Good quality teak garden furniture.
Gas barbecue provided.
Further details
A welcome pack is provided on arrival.
Concierge services are included to ensure that your stay is comfortable, to supply local information, and to organise local activities.
Conditions
A non-refundable deposit of 30% of the total is required to secure your booking, the balance to be paid 31 days prior to arrival.
The West Country / Devon region
Dartmoor National Park is the biggest and wildest area of open country in southern England. An area of outstanding natural beauty covering over 350 square miles, this breathtaking landscape is home to a huge variety of wildlife, and featured on television's 'Seven Natural Wonders' as the top natural wonder in the South West.
The entire area is rich in history and antiquities, hosting more ancient monuments and archaeological sites than anywhere else in Europe. Many traditional tales, folklore and ghost stories stem from this unique history.
The broader West Country is home to England's only natural UNESCO World Heritage Site: the Dorset and East Devon Coast, and Devon itself boasts two dramatic coastlines with many fantastic beaches for relaxation and water sports, complementing the mild climate of the area.
The Dartmoor / Ponsworthy area
Ponsworthy lies in the steep valley of the West Webburn river, about 2 miles from Widecombe-in-the-Moor, at the heart of Dartmoor National Park. The Smithy is in the centre of the village, one of a row of picturesque thatched cottages often pictured in calenders and postcards, climbing up a hill from a small stream flowing across the road (The Splash).
The Smithy is the perfect base for family holidays or for friends to get together, allowing you to experience the wonders of Dartmoor through the many activities available nearby. Footpaths begin at the front door and lead all over the moor, and there are local opportunities for cycling, pony trekking, golf, fishing, climbing and lots more.
For something more leisurely, there are heritage sites and National Trust properties in the area, as well as farms and miniature pony sanctuaries. Across the moor, there are restaurants, pubs and cafés in which to sample the famous Devon cream tea, and a rich variety of shops selling local produce, arts and crafts.
Widecombe-in-the-Moor is best known for the annual Widecombe Fair, (next held on Tuesday 8 September 2009) immortalised by the folk song involving a grey mare and 'Old Uncle Tom Cobley and All'. The village is steeped in history and local legend, and has several gift shops (including a National Trust shop), and a couple of pubs and cafés.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Exeter |
| Railway: | Newton Abbot |
| Ferry: | Plymouth |
Contact the advertiser for further details on the best way to reach this property.
Activities near Dartmoor
Watersports
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 13 May 2012 |
The cottage did not disappoint. It was a pleasure to stay in and spend time in. It was tucked away in a tiny village that was accessed by windy and narrow roads, so be prepared for this. However,... more |
26 Apr 2012 |
Unfortunately we spent only one week in Dartmoor at the Smithy. We would have loved to stay for years. It is lovely furnitured, very well equiped, very clean and tidy (we have made other experiences in other houses!) and everybody was very nice and helpful. Thank you very much! |
26 Apr 2012 |
The property is a warm, comfortable, extremely well equipped and characterful retreat from the sometimes inhospitable moor. |
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 4 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| 16 Jul - 2 Sep 2010 | 16 Jul 10 | 3 Sep 10 | £ 1150 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 3 - 30 Sep 2010 | 3 Sep 10 | 1 Oct 10 | £ 900 | £ 135 | £ 175 | 3 Nights |
| 1 - 21 Oct 2010 | 1 Oct 10 | 22 Oct 10 | £ 700 | £ 105 | £ 135 | 3 Nights |
| 22 - 28 Oct 2010 | 22 Oct 10 | 29 Oct 10 | £ 900 | £ 135 | £ 175 | 3 Nights |
| 29 Oct - 16 Dec 2010 | 29 Oct 10 | 17 Dec 10 | £ 700 | £ 105 | £ 135 | 3 Nights |
| 17 Dec 2010 - 6 Jan 2011 | 17 Dec 10 | 7 Jan 11 | £ 1150 | £ 170 | £ 220 | 3 Nights |
| 7 Jan - 17 Feb 2011 | 7 Jan 11 | 18 Feb 11 | £ 700 | £ 105 | £ 135 | 3 Nights |
| 18 - 24 Feb 2011 | 18 Feb 11 | 24 Feb 11 | £ 900 | £ 135 | £ 175 | 3 Nights |
| 25 Feb - 31 Mar 2011 | 1 Mar 11 | 1 Apr 11 | £ 700 | £ 105 | £ 135 | 3 Nights |
| 1 - 7 Apr 2011 | 1 Apr 11 | 8 Apr 11 | £ 770 | £ 115 | £ 150 | 3 Nights |
| 8 - 28 Apr 2011 | 8 Apr 11 | 29 Apr 11 | £ 1265 | £ 190 | £ 245 | 3 Nights |
| 29 Apr - 26 May 2011 | 29 Apr 11 | 27 May 11 | £ 990 | £ 150 | £ 195 | 3 Nights |
| 27 May - 2 Jun 2011 | 27 May 11 | 3 Jun 11 | £ 1265 | £ 190 | £ 245 | 3 Nights |
| 3 Jun - 21 Jul 2011 | 3 Jun 11 | 22 Jul 11 | £ 990 | £ 150 | £ 195 | 3 Nights |
| 22 Jul - 1 Sep 2011 | 22 Jul 11 | 2 Sep 11 | £ 1265 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 2 - 29 Sep 2011 | 2 Sep 11 | 30 Sep 11 | £ 990 | £ 150 | £ 195 | 3 Nights |
| 30 Sep - 20 Oct 2011 | 30 Sep 11 | 21 Oct 11 | £ 770 | £ 115 | £ 150 | 3 Nights |
| 21 - 27 Oct 2011 | 21 Oct 11 | 28 Oct 11 | £ 990 | £ 150 | £ 195 | 3 Nights |
| 28 Oct - 15 Dec 2011 | 28 Oct 11 | 16 Dec 11 | £ 770 | £ 115 | £ 150 | 3 Nights |
| 16 Dec 2011 - 5 Jan 2012 | 16 Dec 11 | 6 Jan 12 | £ 1265 | £ 190 | £ 245 | 3 Nights |
| 6 Jan - 9 Feb 2012 | 6 Jan 12 | 10 Feb 12 | £ 770 | £ 115 | £ 150 | 3 Nights |
| 10 Feb - 16 Feb 2012 | 10 Feb 12 | 17 Feb 12 | £ 990 | £ 150 | £ 195 | 3 Nights |
| 17 Feb - 29 Mar 2012 | 17 Feb 12 | 30 Mar 12 | £ 770 | £ 115 | £ 150 | 3 Nights |
| 30 March - 12 April 2012 | 30 Mar 12 | 13 Apr 12 | £ 1265 | £ 190 | £ 245 | 3 Nights |
| 13 April - 31 May 2012 | 13 Apr 12 | 1 Jun 12 | £ 990 | £ 150 | £ 195 | 3 Nights |
| 1 June - 7 June 2012 | 1 Jun 12 | 8 Jun 12 | £ 1265 | £ 190 | £ 245 | 3 Nights |
| 8 June - 19 July 2012 | 8 Jun 12 | 20 Jul 12 | £ 990 | £ 150 | £ 195 | 3 Nights |
| 20 July - 30 Aug 2012 | 20 Jul 12 | 31 Aug 12 | £ 1265 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 31 Aug - 27 Sep 2012 | 31 Aug 12 | 28 Sep 12 | £ 990 | £ 150 | £ 195 | 3 Nights |
| 28 Sep - 18 Oct 2012 | 28 Sep 12 | 19 Oct 12 | £ 770 | £ 115 | £ 150 | 3 Nights |
| 19 Oct - 25 Oct 2012 | 19 Oct 12 | 26 Oct 12 | £ 990 | £ 150 | £ 195 | 3 Nights |
| 26 Oct - 13 Dec 2012 | 26 Oct 12 | 14 Dec 12 | £ 770 | £ 115 | £ 150 | 3 Nights |
| 14 Dec - 3 Jan 2013 | 14 Dec 12 | 3 Jan 13 | £ 1265 | £ 190 | £ 245 | 3 Nights |
| Mid | 15 Apr 13 | 24 May 13 | £ 990 | £ 150 | £ 250 | 3 Nights |
| High | 24 May 13 | 3 Jun 13 | £ 1265 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Mid | 3 Jun 13 | 6 Jul 13 | £ 990 | £ 150 | £ 250 | 3 Nights |
| High | 6 Jul 13 | 7 Sep 13 | £ 1265 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Mid | 7 Sep 13 | 28 Sep 13 | £ 990 | £ 150 | £ 250 | 3 Nights |
| Low | 28 Sep 13 | 26 Oct 13 | £ 770 | £ 115 | £ 195 | 3 Nights |
| Mid | 26 Oct 13 | 3 Nov 13 | £ 990 | £ 150 | £ 195 | 3 Nights |
| Low | 3 Nov 13 | 14 Dec 13 | £ 770 | £ 115 | £ 195 | 3 Nights |
| High | 14 Dec 13 | 4 Jan 14 | £ 1265 | - | - | 1 Week |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
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