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Widecombe-in-the-Moor
Where to Stay in Widecombe
Lower Venton Farm Holiday Cottages
The Oak Barn
The Oak Barn at Lower Venton Farm is a spacious, two-bedroom cottage, perfect for two to four people to enjoy a luxury break in the heart of Dartmoor. This detached barn conversion is designed as an “upside down house” to make the most of the stunning views across Dartmoor and to create a light, airy and spacious living environment. It has been lovingly handcrafted in oak finished to the highest standard, and stylishly furnished throughout for your comfort.
Beneath a vaulted, arched oak trussed roof space sits the lounge. Large sofas and scatter cushions create a comfortable and relaxing environment for lounging in front of the cosy log burner, watching a film on the large screen TV or listening to music. The fully equipped kitchen is handmade from solid oak with granite work surfaces, and the ground floor features a king-size bedroom, a twin room that can be configured as a super-king room each with their own bath and shower room. A sauna provides the perfect way to relax after a day on the moor and underfloor heating ensures year-round comfort.
More details: The Oak Barn, Lower Venton Farm
Widecombe Cottage
Widecombe Cottage at Lower Venton Farm is a cosy luxury cottage perfect for couples who enjoy countryside activities or are looking for a romantic break in the heart of Dartmoor. A detached barn conversion, the cottage has been professionally designed and lovingly handcrafted in oak finished to the highest standard, and stylishly furnished for your comfort.
The ground floor is open plan, featuring a cosy living room and a well equipped oak and granite kitchen. Upstairs you’ll find a comfortable king-size bed and bathroom. Underfloor heating throughout the cottage ensure constant comfort whatever the weather whilst the South facing sun terrace and garden offer breathtakingly beautiful views over the surrounding pastureland and the open moor.
More details: Widecombe Cottage, Lower Venton Farm
Lower Venton Farm is an especially peaceful place to stay, part of a small hamlet set just off a sleepy country lane less than half a mile from Widecombe in the Moor.
Dartmoor ponies may be seen trotting past the gate and yet you are within easy reach of many of South Devon's main attractions. There are moorland walks from the doorstep and riding stables just down the lane offer stunning treks across Dartmoor for riders of all abilities.
A five-minute stroll takes you to “The Rugglestone Inn”, our closest local pub serving real ale and a menu featuring locally sourced, home cooked produce. The village of Widecombe In the Moor, well-known for its annual fair, is a further five-minute walk. There you can enjoy brunch or a cream tea at “The Cafe on the Green”, pick up a souvenir at the gift shop or relax over a pint at “The Old Inn”. Lower Venton Farm has everything you could hope for in a country break.
Get in Touch
Please email stay@lowerventonfarm.co.uk for information and availability - please include the dates you’d like to stay and the number of guests.
Contact Details
Lower Venton Farm
Widecombe in the Moor
Newton Abbot
Devon, TQ 13 7TF
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Telephone: 01364 621 466
email: stay@lowerventonfarm.co.uk
Website:www.lowerventonfarm.co.uk
The information on this page was last modified on March 04 2024 12:54:14.