Widecombe in the Moor Vacation Rental cottage: Widecombe in the Moor

Summary of Chinkwell Tor 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6

Description Cottage,
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, 2 Bathrooms
Amenities rural, village, garden, pets considered, satellite or cable, TV
Rates per property
Must pay in British Pounds
£150/night 
£600 - £1,450/week 
USD Conversion - Estimated
$250/night 
$1,002 - $2,421/week 
Mrs Phillipa Hughes
Speaks: English

Photos and Description of the Widecombe in the Moor vacation cottage rental Total escapism amongst the tors of Dartmoor on a 500 acre working farm

At Holwell Farm Cottages you can find large, luxury, 5 star farmhouse, self-catering, holiday cottages, (sleeping 6, 8 and 10 people), located in the heart of the Dartmoor National Park, South Devon. Holwell is Dartmoor's most prestigious collection of quality Holiday Cottages on a working farm in an utterly stunning location between the famous land marks of Haytor and Widecombe in the Moor. Set in over 500 acres of designated 'Environmentally Sensitive Area' farm and open moorland, Holwell enjoys panoramic views that take in the Becka Valley, Hound Tor, Holwell Lawn and Bonehill. Holwell really is the ultimate Dartmoor Experience at any time of the year. At Holwell you can choose to do as much or as little as you like ... Walking the moors; Cycling the byways; Riding high in the saddle; Fly Fishing for Sea Trout; Climbing the Tors; Hawking & Falconry or - Enjoy the silence ... the clean air ... the star gazing ... and being in another world! Children, dogs and horses welcome.

Details for Chinkwell Tor 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, 2 Bathrooms

Chinkwell Tor is one of the latest and last cottages to be converted at Holwell. Chinkwell was originally the kennels for the farm and estate. Located in the upper yard level, it is enclosed by a granite wall and has a sheltered lawned garden outside the front door. It's elevated position affords great views over the roof of Hay Tor cottage below to Ripon Tor in the distance. A large entrance hallway - ideal for lots of muddy boots, coats and soggy dogs ! opens up into a corridor leading to two ground floor bedrooms and family bathroom and a large open plan kitchen/living/dining room. Upstairs there is a spacious 'loft style' bedroom suite comprising ensuite bathroom and dressing area. Together with Saddle Tor next door, these two cottages together are ideal for larger gatherings as they are separated off from the other cottages and share their own drive. Between them they can accommodate up to 14 guests.
Widecombe in the Moor cottage rental - Nestling amongst the famous tors of Dartmoor ....

Nestling amongst the famous tors of Dartmoor ....

Widecombe in the Moor cottage rental - An ancient farmstead in a world of its own

An ancient farmstead in a world of its own

Widecombe in the Moor cottage rental - Heaven for horses as well as humans

Heaven for horses as well as humans

Widecombe in the Moor cottage rental - Typical kitchen with range cooker

Typical kitchen with range cooker

Widecombe in the Moor cottage rental - Living room with open log fires

Living room with open log fires

Widecombe in the Moor cottage rental - Open Granite Fireplace

Open Granite Fireplace

Widecombe in the Moor cottage rental - Open plan dining/kitchen areas

Open plan dining/kitchen areas

Widecombe in the Moor cottage rental - A Room with a View

A Room with a View

Widecombe in the Moor cottage rental - Meet the Ponies

Meet the Ponies

Widecombe in the Moor cottage rental - Walk Tall on Dartmoor

Walk Tall on Dartmoor

Widecombe in the Moor cottage rental - Hawking on Horseback ... awesome !

Hawking on Horseback ... awesome !

Widecombe in the Moor cottage rental - Paradise for Children

Paradise for Children

Location: Devon < England

Nearest Airport: Exeter at 30 Miles
Nearest Ferry: Plymouth at 35 Miles
Nearest Train: Newton Abbot at 20 Miles
Nearest Motorway: M5; Exter at 25 Miles
Nearest Beach: beach at 20 Miles
Car: recommended
Holwell Farm is located in the heart of the Dartmoor National Park; one of England's last true wildernesses. Surrounded by towering granite 'tors' and pre-historic boundary walls, the farm is literally littered with signs of ancient life; stone circles, medieval settlements and ancient green lanes that even pre-date the cart ! Explore the wonderful scenery on foot or on horseback. The nearest village is the famous Widecombe in the Moor where the well-known Fair is held every September; immortalized by Uncle Tom Cobbley and his old grey mare. Dartmoor offers a superbly diverse landscape from the torrenting River Dart which carves its way from the high moor to Dartmouth, lush wooded valleys and open moorland where all the livestock; ponies, cattle and sheep roam free. The sandy beaches of South Devon are within half an hour's drive and nearby attractions include The Steam Railway & Otter Farm, Pennywell Farm, Miniature Pony Centre, Plymouth Aquarium and Living Coasts, Torquay.

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Rental Rates for this vacation cottage rental in Widecombe in the Moor, United Kingdom

Rental Basis:
per property
Rental rates quoted in:
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Dates Rates
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Monthly Minimum Stay
low Nov 1, 2009 - Dec 17, 2009 £600 £150 - £150 - - 3 Nights
high Dec 18, 2009 - Jan 3, 2010 £1,450 - - - - - 1 Week

Additional information about rental rates

  • For every booking we require a £250 credit card deposit to confirm a reservation.
    Deposits are non-refundable in the event of a cancellation, but can be applied to a future booking.
    The balance is then due 6 weeks prior to arrival.
    Rates quoted are fully inclusive of power.
    Stays of one week or more receive a complimentary 'Welcome Pack' featuring produce from the farm
    Any damage to the property or contents to be paid for.
    Dogs are charged at £25 per week per dog.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in Widecombe in the Moor, United Kingdom

Property Type:
  • cottage (semi-detached)

Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering

Location Type:
  • rural
  • village

Theme:
  • away from it all
  • farm holidays

General:
  • towels provided
  • central heating
  • linens provided

Kitchen:
  • grill
  • 2 ring stove
  • dish washer
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • hob
  • oven
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer

Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 6 people

Dining:
  • child's highchair
  • dining area
  • seating for 6 people

Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower
  • Wooden floors, extra wide baths and power showers combine with plenty of space and stylish fittings.

Bedrooms:
  • 3 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 6 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 King
    Bedroom 2 - 1 King
    Bedroom 3 - 1 Queen
  • Chinkwell has a wonderful principal bedroom suite upstairs which also has an ensuite bathroom and dressing room. There is a romantic sky light window for star-gazing. Solid Welsh Oak beds and faux fur throws combine with Egyptian cotton sheets and indulgent duvets. Sweet dreams guaranteed at Holwell. No Light Pollution and no noise pollution; in fact no pollution for miles and miles.
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • satellite or cable
  • radio
  • CD
  • DVD

Outside:
  • parking
  • garden
  • 3 garden chairs

Suitability:
  • pets considered
  • non smoking only
  • low allergen environment
  • long term renters welcome
  • wheelchair accessible
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • children welcome

Local Activities:
  • walking
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horseback riding
  • golf
  • mountain biking
  • mountaineering

Notes: The cooker in the kitchen is a wonderfully simple Sandiford 'Aga' range which is ideal for slow cooking our home-reared, well hung beef whilst you yomp up a Tor or two.

Further details for this vacation cottage rental in Widecombe in the Moor, United Kingdom

Equine Activities Available from Holwell Farm: Bring Your Horse On Holiday to Holwell Farm; There are 12 x loose boxes and over 500 acres of secure turn out for you to bring your horse on holiday to Holwell. The riding is incredible and you can ride all day without hitting a road or seeing a soul; bliss You can also try your hand at 'Hawking on Horseback' with our resident Falconer Or, take a trip out with the South Devon Hunt who meet in the immediate vicinity of Holwell most weeks during the season. There is also a Cross Country Course adjacent to Holwell where events are held throughout the year via the South Devon Hunt Pony Club. Holwell Farm breeds Pedigree and Heritage Dartmoor Ponies; you are welcome to view the herds if you are looking to buy a child's pony or for driving/showing. You can also participate in the annual 'Wild Pony Handling' events after the Pony Drift each Winter.

Hawking & Falconry: Holwell is the perfect location to fly a wide selection of magnificent birds of prey. You can fly 1-1 with Eagles, Hawks, Falcons and Owls in this amazing natural hunting territory.

A Rich Wildlife at Holwell: Holwell is a unique habitat for a wide selection of rare flora and fauna including; Lapwings, Curlews, Snipe and Woodcock. A herd of Wild Red Deer can regularly be spotted for keen stalkers. Fox and badger are prolific hunters on the farm. Wild Boar. Marsh Fritilary Butterflys and Elephant Hawk Moths are abundant in the mire. A host of unusual mosses, ferns and orchids are also in evidence throughout the year.

Golf: There are over 30 Golf Courses within a 25 mile radius of Holwell Farm including; Stover, Hele Park, Woodbury Park, Daignton Park, Dartmouth Golf & Country Club, Exeter Golf & Country Club, Bovey Castle.

Other Activities: Hawking & Falconry, climbing, paragliding, wild pony handling.

Learn more about this vacation rental at the owner's website:

Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in Widecombe in the Moor, United Kingdom

Rating
5 out of 5

Fabulous Dartmoor Scenery!!

TamIan Poole
Review Submitted: June 10, 2009 Date of Stay: May 2009
Had a fantastic week for the second time at Holwell. Amazing location on a lovely working farm. The scenery from the lawn is spectacular. The owners were really friendly and were a great source of local knowledge-thanks sebastion for the info about Deeper Marsh! Picnic spots unrivalled and the children had an amazing time.
Definately be back again!
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