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16th Century Grade II Listed Cottage in Heart of Dartmoor National Park

16th Century Grade II Listed Cottage in Heart of Dartmoor National Park

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Exterior
Lounge
Dining
Kitchen
Double Bedroom

Overview of 16th Century Grade II Listed Cottage in Heart of Dartmoor National Park

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

newton abbot, devon
  • Popular LocationBecky Falls7 min drive
  • Popular LocationDartmoor National Park21 min drive
  • Popular LocationBuckfast Abbey27 min drive
  • AirportPlymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

16th Century Grade II Listed Cottage in Heart of Dartmoor National Park

Step back in time in this 16th century Grade ll listed cottage, situated on its own in 2.5 acres of woodland abundant in wildlife. Rabbits, foxes, squirrels. badgers deer and many species of birds are often seen. Because of it's location (the cottage is completely surrounded by moorland) it is a true walker's paradise. The moorland villages of Ashburton, Bovey Tracey, Chagford and Widecombe-in-moor are within 15 minutes drive.

Please note we only accept bookings from Friday to Friday.
There is no vehicular access to the property, you park at the top then walk 250m down hill through the woods, we supply a wheelbarrow for your luggage
The property is not suitable for those with walking difficulties

Property manager

Clare Head
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Newton Abbot

Located in Newton Abbot, this cottage is in a rural area. House of Marbles and Old Walls Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Pixieland and Higher Knowle. Travelling with kids? Consider Stone Lane Gardens and Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like mountain biking, hiking and cycling.

What's nearby

  • Becky Falls - 7 min drive
  • Dartmoor National Park - 21 min drive
  • Canonteign Waterfalls and Country Park - 23 min drive
  • River Dart Country Park - 27 min drive
  • Buckfast Abbey - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Ivybridge Station - 28 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cromwell Arms - 13 min drive
  • The Horse - 16 min drive
  • Home Farm Cafe - 13 min drive
  • The Union Inn - 16 min drive
  • Cafe on the Green - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 16th Century Grade II Listed Cottage in Heart of Dartmoor National Park pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 16th Century Grade II Listed Cottage in Heart of Dartmoor National Park?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 16th Century Grade II Listed Cottage in Heart of Dartmoor National Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 16th Century Grade II Listed Cottage in Heart of Dartmoor National Park located?

This family-friendly Newton Abbot cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Jay's Grave, Becky Falls and St Pancras Church. Grimspound is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katrina R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway from everything!
Gratnor is a fairy tale place. Leave your car at the top of the hill, walk across a field and down through the woods, over a little stream and into another world. You could stay here the whole time and not see another soul (other than the sheep in the field next door), or you can walk up on the moors all day and return for an evening by the fire. One week at the end of March and we had sunshine, torrential rain, high winds, hail, snow, thunder and lightning and a mini flood. And we loved every moment. If you like an old world adventure, this is the place to go.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jane W., Castle Cary, Somerset

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully Rustic
Horrendous weather impacted hugely but still a lovely break. The cottage was very damp but once the heating and fire were on it was. The bathroom left a little to be desired but as long as you are prepared to rough it a bit a great way to enjoy Dartmoor rain or not.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A hidden little gem
This place is so remote, with only wildlife for company. A gorgeous cottage set amongst the woods with the moors to one side. The cottage is so well equipped with lots of nice little homely touches and an amazing log burner. The garden full of birds complete with feeders and a small pond, beautiful to sit in on a warm day. You could spend the whole time here and not see a sole (apart from maybe the farmer on his tractor in the nearby fields). It is a bit of a walk to get down through the woods but so worth it when you get there. Getting back up the hill takes a little longer!! A true hidden little gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden gem
A beautiful cottage in a peaceful wood surrounded by wildlife. It is a short walk up onto Hound Tor. Miles of walks from the door. Very relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A real one off and a beautiful place to stay
The owners have done a wonderful job of adding just enough of the modern world in to the cottage so that you're comfortable, without drawing attention away from the charm and beauty of such a unique historic home. The house was extremely clean when we arrived, the WiFi is good, but the views surrounding the garden, the lambs and sheep in the field next door and the array of birds visiting the garden (often tapping on the windows in the morning) were the real treats to wake up to every day. Its like the cottage is in its own little world. I was expecting it to be a little chilly/ draughty as the cottage is so old, but despite horrendous weather on our first night we were perfectly cosy as the cottage is well looked after, heating is brilliant and you get a stunning open fire too! Clare was really friendly and great at providing directions, tips for using the fire and looking after the cottage while we were there. We'd certainly stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Clare Head

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I live in Devon with my husband and two children. My husband and I run a successful piano tuning and sales company. I am a keen naturalist, enjoying the delights of Dartmoor and the countryside around it. My interests include walking, cycling, dancing, and travelling, our family are active members of the Devon Wildlife Trust.

Why they chose this property

Gratnor Cottage was inherited by my in-laws. My self, my husband and brother in-law have now taken on the running of Gratnor. It is such a unique place, the first time I came to the cottage was on a hot summers day in 1989, Julian my husband (then friend) invited me to one of his legendary cottage party as I walked down the path through the woods I wondered if I was in the right place, as I rounded the corner I saw the cottage it was like something out of a fairy tail, it feels totally remote and you can feel the stress of modern day living draining away as soon as you arrive. we as a family have spent some very happy times here,I like the fact there's no TV. We walk,talk,read and play games. There is such an abundance of wildlife,Fox's,badgers,deer,barn owls are just some of the regulars.

What makes this property unique

Although Gratnor feels remote its in a great location for exploring Dartmoor, the moorland villages of Ashburton, Bovey Tracey, Chagford and Widecombe-in-moor are all within a 10 minutes drive. If you love the countryside and particularly enjoy the wilderness and wildlife that Dartmoor offers, Gratnors the place to come, its a walkers paradise you just walk out the garden and your on the open moor, and when you come back you have the wood-burning stove to cosy up to. Its such a special place over 70% of our bookings are return visitors.
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