Tavistock holiday barn to let, Dartmoor with walking, log fire, rural retreat, TV, DVD

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Owls Roost (barn)

Home description

A luxurious first floor barn conversion at the site of an ancient manor house. With vaulted ceilings and retaining all the character of the old building whilst enjoying modern facilities in this quality accommodation. No expense has been spared in creating this lovely holiday home, which has a warm welcoming feeling and that special 'wow' factor to make your holiday special.

Relax and unwind as you share a romantic double bath with a glass of complimentary wine, curl up in front of the wood burner to enjoy a DVD on the reclining settee or chair, admire the wonderful features of the bedroom with the old granite fireplace and lovely wooden features. A fully fitted kitchen with everything you need to make this a memorable and enjoyable break. A private colourful garden to relax in with off road parking. A truly great place to escape and get away from the pressures of life. Complementary therapies available on site.

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The West Country / Devon region

Dartmoor National Park is an area of beautiful moorland wilderness covering 365 square miles. Imposing granite tors, delightful rivers and streams, vast scenic views, awe inspiring countryside to mention a few descriptions of this wonderful part of Devon. Many picture postcard villages scattered throughout the area. A great place to explore and enjoy the activities and views on offer throughout the region.

Tavistock / Dartmoor area

Owls Roost is only 2 miles from the delightful historic market town of Tavistock. Voted the best market town in England, Tavistock offers an interesting range of individual shops, and of course, the famous pannier market, with it's range of stalls offering delicious food, crafts and produce.We are within the Dartmoor National Park with it's vast beauty, hills, streams and rivers to explore and wonder at. Many activities nearby include horse riding, fishing, inc. coarse, river and fly, walking, cycling (we are adjacent to National Cycle Path 27) and hiking. There are numerous golf courses nearby, including the very well known St Mellion, only about 15 minutes away by car. Many others within shorter distances. Hawking can be arranged, as can guided walks on Dartmoor. The famous Tavistock Goose Fair is held on the second Wednesday in October each year.
There are a good selection of National Trust properties within easy travelling. The Eden Project is about an hours drive. The historic port of Plymouth is only 15 miles away. Beaches approx 40 minutes drive.

How to get there

Approx 45 miles from the M5 at Exeter - access is easy via the A30 and the A386 to Tavistock.
The main airport at Exeter is well served by the budget airline Flybe. Flights are regular to a large variety of places, both in the UK and Europe. Travel to Exeter Airport is approx 1 hour or less.
Plymouth has a mainline railway station, with regular service to London and many other parts of the UK.
Plymouth also has a ferry port with links to France and Spain via Brittany ferries.
It has a small airport with regular local services operated by Air South West

Activities near Tavistock

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Owls Roost is newly refurbished and has every modern convenience within a delightful character barn conversion. One spacious bedroom with king sized bed and plenty of storage. Lounge with vaulted ceiling, wood burning stove, reclining chair and reclining settee. Dining table and chairs. Fully fitted kitchen with dishwasher, fridge/freezer, microwave, oven and hob and grill. Fully equipped to ensure you have everything you may need during your stay.

The large bathroom has a wonderful double bath, separate shower cubicle, toilet and washbasin, A great way to start your holiday or relax after a long walk on the moors - just relax in the bath together with a glass of your complimentary wine.

Further details outdoors:
Owls Roost has it's own private garden with table and chairs. A barbecue is also available for eating 'al-fresco' on the warm balmy summer evenings. A lovely area, colourful and spacious. There is off road parking adjoining the garden, again for the private use of guests.

Further details

A delightful Devon cream tea and a complimentary bottle of wine to greet you on arrival.
Your host is a fully qualified complimentary therapist and offers Reflexology, Massage, Reiki and Bowen on site. For that relaxing and rejuvenating start to your holiday why not book a treatment in advance.

Conditions

Deposit of 30% payable on booking. Full amount required within 8 weeks of holiday commencing.
There is a security deposit of £75 payable by separate cheque. This is not paid in and is destroyed after you vacate subject to there being no damaged or missing items and that the cottage is left in a clean and tidy condition. Unlike many holiday cottages we do not charge extra for cleaning and ask that the accommodation is left 'as found'.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
High Summer	3 Jul 09	4 Sep 09	450£ 450	0-	0-	1 Week
Late Summer	4 Sep 09	2 Oct 09	400£ 400	7575	8080	3 Nights
Early Autumn	2 Oct 09	30 Oct 09	350£ 350	7070	7575	3 Nights
Late Autumn/Early Winter	30 Oct 09	20 Dec 09	280£ 280	6565	7070	3 Nights
Christmas & New Year	20 Dec 09	4 Jan 10	450£ 450	0-	0-	1 Week
Late Winter	4 Jan 10	8 Jan 10	280£ 280	7070	0-	3 Nights
Late Winter	8 Jan 10	2 Apr 10	280£ 280	6565	7070	3 Nights
Easter	2 Apr 10	9 Apr 10	380£ 380	8080	8080	3 Nights
Spring	9 Apr 10	30 Apr 10	330£ 330	7575	8080	3 Nights
Late Spring	30 Apr 10	28 May 10	380£ 380	8080	8585	3 Nights
Early Summer	28 May 10	2 Jul 10	430£ 430	0-	0-	1 Week
High Summer	2 Jul 10	3 Sep 10	500£ 500	0-	0-	1 Week
Late Summer	3 Sep 10	1 Oct 10	430£ 430	8080	9090	3 Nights
Early Autumn	1 Oct 10	29 Oct 10	380£ 380	7575	8080	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.

Our changeover day is a Friday. You may, occasionally, be able to arrive on alternative days but this may incur an extra expense, dependant on season.

Short Breaks are Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights at the weekend or Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights midweek for the same price - so 3 nights at the weekend or 4 nights for the price of 3 midweek.

A deposit of £75 is payable. This is taken in a cheque which is only paid in in the event of any damaged or missing items or that the accommodation is not left in a clean and tidy condition.

Payment by cheque is preferred as we do incur charges to accept payment by cards. We are happy to take payment by card but this does incur a 5% charge which is added to the final amount owed.

Guestbook for Owls Roost

We have been so pleased to find Owls Roost and have particularly enjoyed the superb quality of all the high standard furnishings, from the natural stone and wood features to the impressive 'wow factor' bathroom. This retreat has been most welcome and one we will be returning to. Wishing you well in your new venture R & S from York.
We've had a great weekend enjoying the superb standards of comfort and decor at Owls Roost, while being perfectly situated to explore and enjoy the stunning scenery of the moors. Many thanks for our 'welcome pack' and the cream tea which went down a treat! N & N from Penzance.
Owls Roost - a comfortable and stylish retreat set in the glorious Devon countryside which, we have no doubt, will be an outstanding success. Many thanks to Nick and Caroline for your thoughtful consideration of our comfort and for sharing your lovely home with us. Thank you also for our Devon cream tea - best strawberry jam we have tasted for a very long time - M & J from Hampshire.
Five star stay - fantastic cottage & location. Light the woodburner, open the wine and relax. Nick and Caroline provide a warm welcome & I can't think of anything they missed. Tavistock is a great town and there is a great book on walks worth trying - D & B from Romford

Availability

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Contact details for the advertiser of home 76535
Name:	Caroline Le Messurier
Tel:	+44 (0)1822 613659
Mobile:	+44 (0)7866 250203
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