Meader Barn

101 Customer Reviews

• "A lovely cottage in a beautiful spot."

  We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Meader Barn. The light, airy property had everything I needed. The eggs left as a welcome treat were so tasty! There were walks onto the moor straight from the property and lots of pretty villages to explore in the vicinity. The area was very quiet and there were few people around - which is my goal when I have this kind of break from work! I didn’t think the lane up to the farm was too bad - I would happily accept a slightly bumpy, narrow lane to get the stunning 360 degree views this property offers. The dogs and I will definitely return

  Reviewed by Ruth4.7★Mar 2025

• "We had a delightful stay in Meader Barn."

  It was beautifully maintained, comfortable, with stunning views. It was a real treat to be right up on the moor, with ancient stone circle huts a short walk up White Tor behind us. Our dog absolutely loved it too! I can't rate it highly enough. Other reviewers have mentioned the road up to the accommodation. Yes it is steep and with considerable potholes, as were many of the other roads we travelled on throughout Dartmoor. The owners have given fair warning of this, so if you choose to go for this location, be prepared. We found it a great adventure!

  Thanks so much for your lovely review! It was great to meet you and your gorgeous dog and we are really happy you enjoyed the stay Property Owner

  Reviewed by Suzanne5.0★Mar 2025

• "We thoroughly enjoyed our stay."

  It's so quiet and so peaceful, genuinely did not want to leave. The property has everything you need and it's beautifully presented, warm, cozy and comfy. I do hope we can go back one day.

  Thank you so much for your lovely review! You’re welcome back any time Property Owner

  Reviewed by Maria5.0★Nov 2024

• "My husband and I had a very lovely stay at Meader Barn with our 2 small dogs."

  The barn was very comfortable, spacious and had all amenities. Yes the approach to the barn is narrow and a bit rough in places but as long as you take your time it’s okay. We were able to walk straight onto Dartmoor and see the magnificent views around. Ellen, the owner, was very pleasant and friendly who made sure we were okay with everything. We certainly enjoyed our stay very much and so we will certainly be returning for another break in the not too distant future.

  Thanks so much for your lovely review - we’re really happy you enjoyed your stay Property Owner

  Reviewed by Karen4.7★Oct 2024

• "Had a lovely stay at Meader Barn, the view from the rear is stunning!"

  The only thing we could possibly comment on is the steps in to the downstairs bedroom and bathroom could be highlighted in some way to make them more visible at night. The country lanes to access the property are very narrow but fine if you take it slowly.

  Thanks so much for your lovely review and we are really glad that you enjoyed your stay Property Owner

  Reviewed by Helen5.0★Oct 2024

• "Meader Barn was such a lovely place with easy access to Dartmoor walks."

  Ellen was the perfect host. Would thoroughly recommend a stay here. Already booked again for early 2025.

  Thank you Gary! It was lovely to meet you all. We’re really glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back next year Property Owner

  Reviewed by Gary5.0★Sep 2024

• "The drive up to the lodge had a lot of pot holes and the hedge was overgrown."

  However when we arrived at the lodge it was very comfortable had a relaxing time with beautiful views.

  Thank you so much for staying with us and we are really glad you enjoyed your stay! Unfortunately the roads leading to the farm do not belong to the us and are county maintained. We have of course reported the issues you raise several times and are waiting for remedy but it’s a long wait like in many rural places at the moment. In the meantime we state it very clearly on our description so that guests can make an informed choice about booking. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Aimee3.1★Aug 2024

• "I highly recommend this barn for a quiet stay in lovely surroundings, excellent ..."

  I highly recommend this barn for a quiet stay in lovely surroundings, excellent also for a small dog, cannot rate this barn enough hope to stay again soon lovely owners

  Thanks so much for staying with us and for your lovely review! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Jul 2024

• "Lovely location and clean, spacious property."

  Teething problems were quickly resolved. Although we'd read about the narrow lane full of potholes leading to the farm, we thought this was probably an exaggeration and would be fine in our 4WD. The lane is really bad though and by the last few days of our holiday we were desperate not to drive up or down it any more! A few of the worst potholes could be easily filled to make this better.

  Thanks so much for your review and for staying with us! We appreciate the issues with the lane and the rural road system in general. Our farm is in a very old and wild part of Dartmoor, so by its nature is not easily accessed. We don’t own the roads leading in - they are county maintained tarmaced roads - so we are not able to fill the potholes. We are continually seeking resolution to this as you can imagine, and in the meantime we mention it in our property description as a courtesy to those who may find it difficult. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Gary4.7★Jul 2024

• "A very nice property in a lovely quiet location."

  The view from.the lounge/garden is stunning. Positives - the cottage had everything we needed and was very comfortable and welcoming. There are lots of lovely walks and interesting places close by. Tavistock is a gem of a town and very welcoming and dog friendly. Negatives - the garden is not dog proof so be prepared to use a lead unless your dog has perfect recall. Ours are pretty good but it was still a concern. The WiFi is awful. We counldnt use most of the time but mobile signal is OK. As advised the access isn't suitable.for some vehicles. It is a long single track drive which is rough in places but OK if you approach with caution. No worse than some of the roads!

  Thanks so much for your review and for staying with us! We are sorry that you had issues with the WiFi. Our WiFi service is super fast fibre to the house and the guests who checked in today reported the network issue that you were obviously experiencing, which we have now fixed. Unfortunately we are on a different network in the farmhouse so we aren’t aware of any issues unless notified - we would, of course have been very happy to resolve it for you. We find that the fencing in the garden is sufficient for most dogs but some will find a way out if they’re so inclined, which is why we describe it as enclosed but not secure and advise that they aren’t left alone in the garden. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Amanda4.1★Jun 2024

• "The property was great location for the walking we wanted to do."

  The property itself was homely, clean and comfy with everything we needed. Beautiful living space! The road up to it was ok for our VW campervan. Really enjoyed our week!

  Thanks so much for your lovely review and for staying with us! It was great to meet you Property Owner

  Reviewed by Nina5.0★Jun 2024

• "Meander Barn was everything it was described as."

  Lovely comfortable and spotlessly clean.Lots of space to move around and lovely views to enjoy.We will be back I’m sure .Barn was totally faultless i would highly recommend

  Thank you so much for such a lovely review and we’re really glad to hear that you enjoyed your break. It was great to meet you and have you with us. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lesley5.0★Jun 2024

• "We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with our 2 dogs at Meader Barn, only wish we could have stayed longer!"

  The barn was spotlessly clean on our arrival and we loved the spacious interior layout and mezzanine bedroom which gave a really airy feel. The views from the garden were stunning and there's direct access on to the moors for walks. We also enjoyed a delicious meal at the local pub the Peter Tavy Inn - the pies are epic. Highly recommended and we would love to return for a longer stay next time.

  Reviewed by Ben5.0★May 2024

• "We've done quite a few weekend visits in and around Dartmoor and stayed in places similar to Meader Barn."

  However this place really stands out from the crowd. The spectacular views, welcoming hosts, amazing facilities along with clean, tidy and spacious living arrangements, it truly ticked all the boxes. It felt like being home from home and the fresh eggs that the owners left were delious and a lovely touch. This place is really special and one of the best we've stayed, we'll be sure to return in the not too distant future!

  Thank you so much for such a lovely review! We so appreciate you choosing to stay with us and we’re really happy to hear that you enjoyed your holiday! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Jessica5.0★May 2024

• "Meader Barn is an excellent property providing an outstanding family space to spend a holiday."

  The rural location of the property is perfect for walking on the Moors and exploring with our children. We had a very warm welcome from the property owners and we have really enjoyed another family holiday.

  Thanks so much for your lovely feedback - we are really pleased that you enjoyed your stay! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lee5.0★Apr 2024

• "Best property we have ever stayed in."

  Spacious, clean, lots of natural light and warm. Lovely views out of the window. Off the beaten track a bit so very quiet. Beds comfy, didn’t sleep too well mainly due to torrential rain and wind pelting the cottage but then that would have been the same at home. Managed to see so much in a short space of time - Lyford Gorge, St. Michael’s Church on Brentor, Foggintor Quarry, Great Mis Tor, all within 15/20 min drive.

  Wow what lovely feedback; thank you so much! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your break and got to explore the local area too despite the weather! We all need the rain to stop now for a bit don’t we! All our best wishes to you Property Owner

  Reviewed by Joanne5.0★Apr 2024

• "The place is wonderful and situated perfectly for walks into Dartmoor."

  The interior is very well planned and beautiful in details. It has everything one needs, with comfort and style. The wood burner was not working at the time unfortunately, but will soon be again - I’m sure that will make it even more special. Ellen welcomed us with some eggs (amongst the best I’ve ever eaten), flowers and dog biscuits - thank you!

  Thank you so much for such lovely feedback - we really appreciate it. We’re glad that you enjoyed your break and apologise that the wood burner was out of commission for safety reasons while you were here. The new one is installed in a couple of weeks so we look forward to that being a nice feature again for our guests! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Patricia4.7★Mar 2024

• "The barn is spacious, warm, has very comfortable beds, ample storage, good kitchen facilities, a smart TV and an excellent bathroom with a low bath and a separate shower enclosure."

  The owners are friendly but not intrusive. and on hand should you need them. An enjoyable stay despite the rain most of the time

  Thank you for your lovely review Mr Law and for being such great guests. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Ray4.7★Mar 2024

• "We had a great stay at Meader Barn."

  Stunning views, great local walks and lovely hosts. We had everything we needed to enjoy our stay and felt right at home. Thank you :)

  Thank you so much for staying with us and for your lovely review - we really appreciate it! It was great to meet you and we are really glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner

  Reviewed by Carriann5.0★Feb 2024

• "We loved our stay here, great remote location yet 15 mins from shops … a lovely place to relax and take some walks, our dog loved it also, very comfy bed and everything we needed to cook at “home” the hosts allowed us to use one of their fields to exercise our dog which was right outside the property and was fenced so he could run and run which he did !"

  I am sure we will return in the future we had a great 3 days. Thank you

  Thanks so much for staying with us and for your lovely review - it was great to meet you! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Caroline5.0★Feb 2024

• "Lovely getaway situated in an amazing place."

  The views are amazing. The road to the property was no issue, some bits are a bit tight but it is very manageable, it is also a lovely drive down with the views infront of you. The owners are lovely, very responsive and will try their best to help with anything. The place was clean and had all utensils needed. The beds were very comfortable and gave a great night's sleep. Overall a lovely place to stay and would deffinatly recommend

  Thank you so much for your lovely review. You were wonderful guests to host and it was great meeting you Property Owner

  Reviewed by Jaye5.0★Feb 2024

• "We LOVED our stay at Meader."

  It was spotlessly clean and well thought out. We loved the location which was very rural and this was exactly what we like. The nearness of the moor was wonderful which could be accessed from the farm gates. But the convenience of the easy journey to Tavistock for supplies and lovely canal/river walks was great. So many lovely dog walks in this area. The owners next door were very kind and attentive and worked hard to make us welcome and comfortable. We have no hesitation in recommending this property for outdoorsy kind of people who love quiet and nature.

  Thank you so much for your lovely review - it was great to meet you and have you stay with us! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Jane5.0★Feb 2024

• "The Owners were welcoming and friendly."

  We did have a few issues which did get sorted although the oven took a week. The beds were comfortable and the barn was warm, the settees left a lot to be desired. The woodburner popped on top outside when lit even when the damper was closed definitely needs servicing. Worst thing is the road it is more potholes than road I can't see the council doing anything with this being a no through road when there are so many other roads needing attention, maybe they can try and do something themselves, there are no passing places and on meeting a land rover and trailer I had to reverse quarter of a mile until he could pass. It did stop us going back lunch time to go back out in afternoon as one bone shaker a day was quite sufficient.

  Hi Helen - Thanks for your review. We tried our very best to help you have an enjoyable time during your stay and we are sorry that you found it didn’t meet your expectations. We had the oven repaired as soon as we possibly could once you’d reported the fault; unfortunately the week leading up to Christmas is a difficult time to get an engineer to fix an appliance. The property also has a full convection microwave that we showed you how to use during the wait and we didn’t charge for your extra wood loads as a goodwill gesture. Our wood burner is fully up to date with servicing as you can see from our safety certificates, however, we will ask the company to double check the issues you have raised. We agree that the road surface is poor - as are many others in rural Devon and particularly on the approach to very secluded properties like ours - which is why we state this very clearly on the property description. Im afraid we can’t resurface or alter the width of public roads ourselves. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Helen2.8★Dec 2023

• "Great property; spacious, bright and airy with lovely views."

  Despite very cold weather the barn was warm throughout our stay and the log burner added to the cosy feel as the winds blew and temperature plummeted. This was our second visit and we will be sure to stay again next year.

  Thanks so much for coming to stay again; it was lovely to welcome you back. Wishing you a wonderful Christmas and 2024 Property Owner

  Reviewed by Cathy4.7★Nov 2023

• "We had a great stay at Meader."

  Great property with everything we needed for our stay. Clean, warm and welcoming for humans and dogs. Loved it. Great location with easy access to walks from the door or just a short drive to stunning walks like Burrator reservoir or Bellever Tor/Forest all the more glorious with the autumn colours. Night sky is incredibly with low light pollution. Excellent food at the Peter Tavy Inn but it is a two mile, not one mile, up hill walk home. Perfect for walking off your meal but some may prefer to drive down and back.

  Thanks so much for your feedback. I will contact Sykes to update the description of the walk to Peter Tavy as it’s definitely more of a 2 mile hike than a walk! Wishing you a wonderful Christmas Property Owner

  Reviewed by Debbie4.7★Nov 2023

• "Broadmoor Farm Meader is a fantastic property in a wonderful location."

  The property was warm, extremely clean and had excellent facilities. All the rooms were a great size and the layout of the property is sympathetic to a holiday/stay on Dartmoor. The view from all around the property is amazing with some fantastic Dartmoor walks direct from the doorstep. Also, the owners had a lovely welcome pack waiting for us. We had a great week at Meader.

  Thank you so much for your feedback - we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lee5.0★Oct 2023

• "Fourth time at Broadmoor Farm and we love it."

  So comfortable and peaceful, a real home from home. The fact that you can walk right out onto the moors is a big plus for us but also, Tavistock is not that far away if you want shops, restaurants etc. Ellen and Jeff are great hosts - thank you for the biscuits, eggs and squash! Very sad to leave. Thank you again for another wonderful holiday at Meader. We'll be back!

  Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and continued custom! We are really glad you enjoyed your stay with us again and always very happy to welcome you back. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Oct 2023

• "Great property with great hosts."

  Found nothing to dislike!

  Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and for choosing to stay with us! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lf5.0★Sep 2023

• "Meader Barn is lovely light flooded place in a great position on the Moor."

  Perhaps worth warning people that it is v isolated - walking down to the pub in the evening is not really an option! Salt and pepper as two of the 'basics' would be good. Also no soap supplied in the upstairs bathroom! Otherwise no complaints - we had a lovely time - wonderful sunset one night and the Milky Way the next and loved to being able to walk right out onto the Moor.

  Thank you very much for your feedback and comments. We supply milk, biscuits, eggs, shampoo, conditioner, shower gel and bar soap in both bathrooms usually as well as basics such as toilet roll. We apologise that you were missing something and we would have been happy to provide it. We will add some condiments also. Thank you for pointing out the secluded location of the farm - we would encourage prospective guests to check out our location on a map to ensure suitability before booking Property Owner

  Reviewed by Maggy3.8★Sep 2023

• "Lovely property and location."

  The perfect place to get away from it all to relax and unwind. Owners very nice and helpful.

  Thanks so much for your lovely feedback - it was great having you stay with us! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Ray5.0★Sep 2023

• "This stay by far exceeded my expectations."

  The photos don’t do the accommodation justice, it was beautiful. When we opened the door we were wowed. The one thing I was upset about being away from home for Christmas was not having a Christmas tree, but to my surprise there had a beautiful tree set up in the living room which was beyond perfect. It was homely, spacious, cosy, with stunning views. Lovely local walks to take the dog. Only thing I will say is don’t underestimate the narrow roads around the area and road leading to the cottage, it’s bumpy, dark and quite a squeeze with a large 4x4 but it just made the journey even more exciting. Ellen and her partner were a delight. Definitely will be staying again.

  Thank you for such lovely feedback, Hannah! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your christmas stay - it was a complete pleasure to host you. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Hannah5.0★Dec 2022

• "It was so good to be back at Meader, White Tor Farm and have a total relaxing break with our dogs ."

  Beautiful walks right on the doorstep , very comfortable and warm , the owners are so welcoming and kind. Thankyou.

  Thank you so much for staying with us again - it was lovely to see you. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sheliagh5.0★Dec 2022

• "Thank you Ellen this was a fantastically peaceful location, much appreciated by one of our dogs who hates noise."

  The property was very well appointed. We're sure we had a ghostly visitor who kept turning on the TV whilst we were out, we had turned it off before going out honestly.

  Thank you so much for your feedback and we are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for pointing out the poltergeist ;) - we will be replacing the TV shortly as it does have an issue with the timer. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Marie5.0★Dec 2022

• "We had a very enjoyable time despite the rainy days, as expected in November."

  The barn was spacious, warm, clean and very comfortable. We loved the views and the constantly changing light and colours. It's a short walk into the open moor with amazingly beautiful landscape. Also a half hour, scenic walk on a quiet road to Peter Tavy Inn which serve delicious food! We had a wonderful week and would highly recommend staying at Broadmoor Farm. Thank you Ellen and Jeff.

  Thank you so much for such lovely feedback - we are really glad that you enjoyed your stay with us Property Owner

  Reviewed by Chris5.0★Nov 2022

• "Great property."

  Thank you so much - lovely to have you stay with us Property Owner

  Reviewed by David5.0★Nov 2022

• "Nice relaxing break in a lovely cottage."

  Thank you very much - lovely to have you stay Property Owner

  Reviewed by Ben5.0★Nov 2022

• "This was our third stay at Broadmoor farm although previously we had stayed at the other property on the farm, Nestling, which is slightly smaller being only the two of us."

  Decided this year to book Meader instead as it is larger, has a dishwasher (luxury as we don't have one at home!) and just more space to spread out. Really loved it, very comfortable and relaxing with everything we needed and have booked for next year already. The farm has to best of both worlds, stunning setting on the moors, really peaceful and great walks straight from the door but equally it is not that far from Tavistock and so easy to get around and access other places to do the tourist bit as well. Just perfect!

  Thank you so much for such lovely feedback and for coming to stay with us again - it was lovely to see you! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Oct 2022

• "We had a lovely week at Meader."

  Very peaceful and gorgeous views across the valley. We specifically like reasonably remote properties for the tranquility of our stay. The property was clean, comfortable and spacious for two and a medium sized dog. The owners were very friendly and made us feel welcome. The road into the property is a narrow single lane as described in the listing. There are a couple of pothole’s before your reach Broadmoor Farm and a little hedge/bramble trimming in places is required. However this did not hinder our stay at Meader and we would happily recommend this property and stay here again.

  Thank you for such lovely feedback and we are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you also for your information about the brambles which we have been out and addressed. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Wendy5.0★Oct 2022

• "We had a wonderful stay in such a peaceful and comfortable cottage."

  Very clean with everything we needed for a weeks stay. Powerful shower was nice! Lovely views from the garden. Thank you.

  Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Suzanne5.0★Jul 2022

• "Really liked the open plan, light airy feel of Meader."

  Peace and serenity sums it up for me. I felt totally relaxed and chilled there. Loved the 3 local rural pictures has you enter the front door and would have loved to have seen similar types on all the empty, vacant picture hangers throughout the property. Enjoyed great views but being a retired Gardener would have liked the huge fuschia bush to be cut down to stone wall level to access the wonder scenery from the bench table while having a coffee or glass of wine. Facilities were excellent but the oven shelving racks could do with a deep clean and a few of the oven trays replacing. All in all had a great time there.

  Thank you for your feedback and for your constructive comments. We are glad that you enjoyed a relaxing stay. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Robert4.7★Jul 2022

• "We found everything as expected and to a very high standard."

  Meader is spacious and contemporary and the owners have paid much attention to detail. For those wanting privacy there is plenty - it is only the adjoining garden to Nestling where you may meet your neighbours. This is a magical location and the scenery and views are breathtaking. Excellent pub (food) down the hill in Peter Tavy (Peter Tavy Inn) next to the Church.

  Thank you so much for such lovely feedback! We are really glad that you enjoyed your stay with us. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Joanna5.0★Jul 2022

• "Very nice place but very far out from the road and facilities."

  Lovely views and easy to access the moors.

  Thank you for your feedback and we are glad that you enjoyed the views and the moors Property Owner

  Reviewed by Roger3.8★Jun 2022

• "Photos do not do this property justice, it's a beautiful, stunning location and a very spacious, comfortable and well equipped cottage, ideal for us and our dogs."

  Friendly welcome from the owners who left us to enjoy ourselves but were always on hand. We will definitely be back.

  Thank you for your lovely feedback! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us and would welcome you back any time. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Juno5.0★May 2022

• "Lovely cottage in a remote location made for the perfect week away."

  Very comfortable cottage and everything we needed was there. Great access for walking the dogs on Dartmoor.

  Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and we are really glad that you enjoyed your stay with us! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Georgina5.0★Apr 2022

• "Excellent property friendly owners"

  Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Dawn5.0★Apr 2022

• "We had such a lovely week at the cottage."

  The owners were really pleasant and helpful when we arrived and when we needed to ask them anything. Other than that, they went about their business and left us to relax and enjoy our break. The cottage is probably the cleanest and most relaxing that we’ve been to with our dogs who also had a fab time using the paddock every day for charging about before sleeping for most of the day - and repeat! We enjoyed it so much as a quiet retreat we booked again before we’d left! Truly amazing location, quiet and friendly. The cottage itself was well equipped and the view from the open plan kitchen/dining and sitting room was wonderful!

  Thank you so much for such a lovely review - we are really glad that you found everything you needed for an enjoyable stay and that the doggies had fun too! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Nikkie5.0★Mar 2022

• "The cottage is larger than the photos suggest (particularly the main living room / areas which is very spacious)."

  It was clean and very well supplied with good quality kitchenware. The heating and fire are great, so we were warm throughout our stay. The cottage is perfectly located for immediate walking access onto Dartmoor, with multiple Tors surrounding the property. Several supermarkets are 10 mins away. Some reviewers have mentioned the access road - yes it is narrow but there are passing points, no high hedges and crucially it only leads to the property - so the chances are encountering other vehicles is quite slim. The owners are very helpful. Highly recommended.

  Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and we are very glad that you enjoyed your stay with us. Property Owner

  Reviewed by David5.0★Feb 2022

• "We love Dartmoor and only live in Somerset but sometimes driving both ways in one day is a bit much, so staying down here for a few days was just perfect - except for the weather."

  Two named storms in one week? Come on. Dudley we coped with but Eunice we fled from and packed up a day early. The cottage was wonderful and dried us off perfectly after our drenchings. I can't think of anything else we would have needed. I've never sat in such a huge bath before and after a hard, wet day trudging the Moors a soak was just the thing for my old bones. Thank you for making our holiday perfect.

  Thank you for your lovely feedback and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay despite being so unlucky with the weather! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Chris5.0★Feb 2022

• "‘Heaven in Devon’ - this is a really wonderful cottage and location."

  The layout is light, airy and spacious but with a really cosy and warm feel. We loved the wood burner and the views from the cottage were beautiful as were the stars in the sky at night. Our 2 dogs had a great time with easy access to local walks from the cottage as well as a huge selection of other walks in the Dartmoor National Park - all of which were a short drive away. The local pub the ‘Peter Tavy Inn’ was very friendly and served good food sourced locally. The owners of the cottage Ellen and Jeff could not have been more helpful or welcoming. This is a real gem and we will definitely be returning.

  Thank you so much for your lovely review - it was great to meet you and the beautiful dogs. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Fiona5.0★Jan 2022

• "A very lovely holiday cottage unfortunately the weather was appalling which with a rather wet dog meant we had to keep him out of the main lounge most of the time because of the white sofas !"

  It would be a nightmare if he touched it with his dirty coat ? I'm glad we didn't have kids with sticky fingers

  Reviewed by Gareth3.8★Dec 2021

• "Lovely place to stay, fresh eggs from farm for breakfast, beautiful countryside, the cottage is gorgeous, owners are very welcoming."

  Highly recommended

  Thanks for your lovely review - we are really glad that you enjoyed your stay! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Frantisek4.7★Dec 2021

• "Beautiful, and very comfortable, converted barn on the edge of Dartmoor."

  It was very wet and windy the first night we were there (thank you, Storm Arwen), but we were nice and cosy indoors. We loved the rural location, and the walks that we could access straight out the door - great for walking the dog first thing in the morning. Dartmoor is such a beautiful place. Jeff and Ellen were accommodating and helpful and made us feel very welcome. We will definitely be coming back to stay.

  Thank you so much for such a lovely review - we are really glad that you enjoyed your stay despite the storm on the first night! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Tig5.0★Nov 2021

• "Fabulous position!"

  Will definitely be back again

  Reviewed by Alison4.1★Nov 2021

• "Meader is a great example of a well designed barn conversion."

  Tastefully furnished, very clean and well equipped. If you are looking for a rural retreat with easy access to the moors, then this is the place for you.

  Thank you for your lovely review - we are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Brandon5.0★Sep 2021

• "Great tranquil spot."

  Farm access not for the faint hearted, but well worth it for the peace and quiet, and great views. A warm welcome from our hosts, and much appreciated Devon cream tea waiting for us on arrival! Thank you!

  Reviewed by Charlotte5.0★Jul 2021

• "Lovely place, very spacious with lots of natural light."

  Well equipped. Quiet location, ideal for walking.

  Reviewed by Sabine5.0★Jul 2021

• "The accommodation was really lovely and both the house and the garden were bigger than we had anticipated."

  It’s a lovely location and very peaceful (apart from the cockerel!). It had everything we needed and more. The only thing we would change is that two of the windows don’t have blinds which makes it difficult to sleep on a bright morning.

  Reviewed by Rob3.8★May 2021

• "A five star cottage!"

  It was even nicer than the online photos made it look. Very comfortable, light and spacious. Owners friendly and helpful. Peaceful setting on the edge of the moors with walks straight from the door. Would love to go back.

  Reviewed by Rebecca5.0★May 2021

• "Wonderfully isolated n peaceful."

  A real luxury

  Reviewed by David4.7★Oct 2020

• "The weather was wet and windy - but the cottage was warm, dry and welcoming."

  We particularly loved the "bar" area. It was great to sit there for morning coffees, games or meals and we all now want a bar like that at home in our kitchen! Luxurious bathrooms (2 showers plus a big bath tub meant there were no queues even after a long wet walk!), comfortable beds, the big wood burner in the spacious living room and the well equipped kitchen made our autumn stay extremely enjoyable and the mezzanine bedroom made the cottage stand out from the rest. There is no dishwasher, but that was fine for us as we managed to get our pre-teens involved in the kitchen chores! And yes, the last part of the road up to the farm is tricky when there is oncoming traffic, but that is a small price to pay for the fantastic, secluded location in the middle of the moor where we met lots of ponies and sheep but very few people during our walks. Our springer spaniel enjoyed the freedom of the enclosed garden and never escaped... and we were very happy to have found such a special place with such friendly and helpful hosts to escape to before the next lockdown! ,

  Reviewed by Paul4.7★Oct 2020

• "Lovely holiday cottage in a great location."

  Owners responsive when a little maintenance was needed. A really pleasant stay.

  Reviewed by Peter5.0★Sep 2020

• "Great location - easy access onto Dartmoor, secluded location and lovely place to stay."

  Reviewed by Stephen5.0★Aug 2020

• "Beautiful location, road can be a bit scary if you are not used to country lanes ( we are), could do with a deep clean, cobwebs and dust."

  ... however this did not put us off, it is in the middle of nowhere deep in the country so cobwebs are to be expected.if you want a quiet holiday away from civilisation break, then this is ideal. Fab star gazing at night.

  Reviewed by Carole3.8★Jul 2020

• "Stunning property in a fantastic location with easy access to moors."

  The owners were attentive but not intrusive and we had everything we needed for a great weekend. We will definitely be returning to this little gem!

  Reviewed by Daniel5.0★Feb 2020

• "The lodge was perfect for our needs and for our two dogs."

  Jeff and Ellen couldn’t have been more helpful and accommodating and made us very welcome. They were on hand but not intrusive. It is a wonderful location for a peaceful break.

  Reviewed by Jenny5.0★Jan 2020

• "The couple was very welcoming and polite."

  The accommodation was lovely and comfortable.

  Reviewed by Sheryl5.0★Jan 2020

• "This is a lovely barn on a remote farm."

  The track up to the farm is quite narrow, but is fine. The barn is nicely heated and both bathrooms are kept very clean. The sofas are nice but not very firm. Overall a very nice property, that I would recommend if you want a peaceful holiday.

  Reviewed by Karen4.4★Nov 2019

• "Excellent accommodation, the owners had thought of everything."

  High quality holiday rental in tranquil setting, we were relaxing within minutes of arrival.

  Reviewed by Mark5.0★Oct 2019

• "A wonderful place every thing we needed was there great for the dogs would love to stay again"

  Reviewed by Angela5.0★Oct 2019

• "We really enjoyed our stay at White Tor Farm despite the rain!"

  It is beautifully furnished and very comfortable with everything provided for a comfortable stay. Mrs Thomas is lovely and she made us feel very welcome. Our dogs had a great time too and enjoyed exercising in one of the farm’s paddocks. We hope to return soon and definitely recommend it.

  Reviewed by Wendy5.0★Sep 2019

• "Our Autumn break was a huge success."

  WhiteTor Farm is a wonderful place to stay situated on a hill off the beaten track, steeped in history with lots of animals within and on the outskirts. The accommodation was perfect for us with comfy beds, lots of hot water, light and airy. The owners were delightful, leaving us some organic milk, eggs from the farm and some homemade chocolate cookies. Our two small dogs had a good time too and settled quickly. The location was perfect for visiting the local area during the day - we went to Tavistock, Okehampton, Plymouth, Saltash over the Tamar and of course we ventured deep into the moors where we saw an abundance of cows, sheep and beautiful ponies and visited three delightful villages. Make sure that you take some provisions with you for day/night one as it is a 1.5hr round trip walking into Peter Tavy where there isn't a local store but there is a pub with great food. A perfect getaway treat for great relaxation.

  Reviewed by Diane5.0★Sep 2019

• "Beautiful cottage in a lovely location."

  Everything was perfect and the welcome chocolate treats and duck eggs where an added bonus The owners were around but rarely saw them. The scenery the peaceful views all added to a fantastic break away. All amenities are available locally , we ended up going back to the cottage for the log fire , and chilling

  Reviewed by Nicki5.0★Sep 2019

• "The lodge is situated perfectly for walks from the house directly onto the moor, a dog walkers paradise."

  It is situated in a quiet and remote location which we loved. Saying that Peter Tavy was a good walk away, in parts by the river. Tavistock has all the amenities you could wish for and just a short drive away. The lodge was clean and tidy, adequately equipped. The pub at Peter Tavy is a must! Jeff and Ellen were perfect hosts, not at all intrusive but there if needed. Please try their free range eggs and home produced sausages, outstanding. We’ve fallen in love with Dartmoor and would definitely return. Thank you.

  Reviewed by Deb5.0★Jun 2019

• "This is a real get away from it all cottage."

  It was completely quiet and relaxing - no traffic, no planes. Lovely. However, it is high up so when it's windy, it's windy!

  Reviewed by J5.0★Jun 2019

• "This was our third visit to this property and again we were impressed with the high quality of the facilities and the hospitality of the owners."

  Despite the almost relentless rain we had a great time walking on the moors with our dogs. We would definitely re-book.

  Reviewed by Angela5.0★Jun 2019

• "The views from the barn where fabulous, had a lovely stay very quiet."

  Reviewed by Angela4.4★May 2019

• "We loved coming back after a day on the moors with the dogs and settling in on the sofa's in front of the wood burner."

  Everything was so relaxing, the owners could not have been more helpful but also left us to ourselves. The beds were amazingly comfortable , the stars at night , the view of the moors that looked different every day, the peace and quiet . Fresh eggs, pigs and piglet, cows and horses . We all had such a good holiday. Thank you.

  Reviewed by Nigel5.0★Apr 2019

• "Absolutely immaculate cottage in a very isolated and quite location."

  The cottage is worth every bump in the road. We couldn't have been more relaxed and our cocker spaniels also felt at home. The views are stunning and change with the weather. You can see the storms come in across the Moor. Worth a stay any time of year. Will be booking again for next year. Only one thing would be a dishwasher. Being on a septic tank this would also reduce water usage! This by no means takes anything away from the cottage. 5 stars any day, I'd give 10 if I could.

  Reviewed by Samantha5.0★Mar 2019

• "Immaculate cottage in a stunning location, extremely dog friendly with enclosed garden too, walking immediately up onto the moors with two great pubs within easy walking distance too."

  Reviewed by Nicola4.7★Feb 2019

• "From the moment we walked in, there was a cosy feel to the cottage and it was a great base for an excellent week's walking on Dartmoor."

  Reviewed by Graham4.7★Feb 2019

• "Lovely place to stay in a beautiful setting."

  Spacious and comfortable and the Christmas tree was a lovely touch. Very friendly owner. Would recommend and return.

  Reviewed by Dione5.0★Dec 2018

• "From the second we walked into this wonderful cottage, we felt completely at home."

  Warm cosy and welcoming. The ability to walk out of the cottage and straight onto Dartmoor was fantastic. And the local pubs at Peter Tavy, Mary Tavy and on the road into Tavistock were all dog friendly and served great food. Great holiday and we will be back again.

  Reviewed by Brendan5.0★Nov 2018

• "Great escape."

  Everything you could ask for. Shame we didn’t have time to explore more but will definitely want to revisit. Left alone to do what we wanted. Did meet Geoff who was very approachable and if there were any problems at any time to contact. This was a lovely cottage/barn convertion. Out the way from the hustle and bustle of every day life. Would recommend. Great for dog owners and people who love the peace and quiet.

  Reviewed by John5.0★Nov 2018

• "The actual lodge exceeded all of our expectations, we cannot overstate the beautiful location and peacefulness."

  Would highly recommend to anybody who wants to escape to the countryside, 5 stars.

  Reviewed by David5.0★Nov 2018

• "Accomodation was very spacious and to a high standard, in a quiet remote location with extensive moor views and friendly owners."

  Perfect and sad to leave!

  Reviewed by Frances5.0★Sep 2018

• "Its was very nice and friendly we be going back next year"

  Reviewed by William5.0★Sep 2018

• "We didn't meet the owners but there were welcome flowers, eggs and cookies for our arrival."

  We had their mobile numbers etc so could contact if needed. They have a fabulous smallholding and especially loved the friendly pedigree pigs and one particular fluffy aloof chicken! Barn is superb, well designed and laid out. Large bathrooms and big soft towels.Well equipped and clean. I didn't feel I had to wash crockery etc before using as I have felt I've had to in the past (Not Sykes). Happy to return . The views are beautiful and especially at sunset. Pretty garden to sit out in too.

  Reviewed by Wendy5.0★Aug 2018

• "Such a beautifull and lovely cottage with spectacular vieuws and sunsets."

  A nice and warm host on a lovely small farm. Not entirely suitable for our citydogs who were too much focust on the pigs and the loose chickens in and around the garden, but for those who love the farmlive it is an amazing place. The nearest pub is a great place for a lovely dinner or lunch and the nearest town is a beautifull city with everything you might need. Amazing countryside for long walks or trained bikers. One small thing missing, a comfortable seat in the garden, but proberbly we are the only ones who had such beautifull warm and sunny weather.

  Reviewed by M.5.0★Jul 2018

• "Just had a wonderfully relaxing week at Meader cottage."

  I felt that the cottage was more spacious than the photos suggested. The owners were extremely helpful and friendly. Stunning views from the back overlooking the Tavy valley - showered listening to cuckoos and went to bed with the sound of owls. Less than 15 minutes into Tavistock and from there easy access to other parts of Dartmoor. Very comfortable cottage in a great spot .

  Reviewed by Josephine4.7★May 2018

• "Beautiful barn conversion, a long narrow drive up to the cottage but well worth it."

  Fantastic to be able to walk onto the moors with the dogs and with 5 easily reached National Trust properties as well.

  Reviewed by Judith5.0★Mar 2018

• "Great host, lovely animals, great place could live there :)"

  Reviewed by Julian5.0★Jan 2018

• "The two couples who stayed at this address were welcomed to the property - flowers, fudge, fruit basket awaited us, the log fire burning brightly."

  This was very well received as the journey had been fairly difficult with the amount of traffic and heavy rain all the way. One of our party, elderly, and having a stroke some years ago, collapsed during the morning in the downstairs bathroom. I ran to the property owner, and used his phone for a 999 call for an ambulance, the owner of the property was able to explain exactly how to get to the house, as it was difficult up a long rough lane. He then stayed with the patient talking trying to wake him, taking pulses and listening to breathing. He was superb staying almost 1.5 hrs until ambulance staff arrived taking over. Thankfully our friend was fine again by the afternoon, Mr and Mrs Thomas were friendly, and helpful, allowing us to take our two dogs into a field with less mud after the heavy rain. They adjusted the central heating almost immediately after asking for assistance with this. The property is very nice, beds very comfortable. Good book selection, and paperwork on local amenities. Yes we would consider a summer visit, to be in superb countryside and wonderful views, where our grandsons could help feed the resident pigs, horses and chickens. We know the area well, so for us no difficulty in driving up to the property, We also came home with home killed pork and beef which was on sale from the owners. Yes a very good property, with kindly owners where nothing seemed to be too much trouble. Carole Duckett,

  Reviewed by Carole4.2★Nov 2017

• "Lovely hosts."

  Wonderful, luxurious accommodation. Can’t wait to go back.

  Reviewed by Jacqueline5.0★Oct 2017

• "Brilliant hosts and fantastic cottage and surroundings, lovely flowers and a cake greeted us on arrival along with biscuits for the dogs."

  I would recommend the pork sausages, they are amazing.

  Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Sep 2017

• "We had a lovely time."

  Beautiful location and Mr and Mrs Thomas were very welcoming. Cottage was lovely and suited my party very well. Dogs were made so welcome.

  Reviewed by Sheila4.8★Sep 2017

• "Very friendly hosts, little extras to make the place homely and welcoming."

  The addition of wifi is excellent and made it feel like home from home.

  Reviewed by Jayne4.6★Apr 2017

• "Very friendly and welcoming."

  Attention to small things and quality and location of the venue make this a site we'll seek out in the future.

  Reviewed by John5.0★Jan 2017

• "How often do you open a door and say WOW!"

  !? Would highly recommend this property. We are looking forward to returning to this property in 2017.

  Reviewed by Roger4.4★Dec 2016

• "A beautiful, quiet location in a well equipped comfortable cottage"

  Reviewed by Jacqui5.0★Nov 2016

• "Excellent accommodation in a stunning location," away from it all" with walks right from the door, but within easy reach of Tavistock and surrounds."

  All this and glorious autumn weather too!

  Reviewed by Patricia4.8★Oct 2016

• "White Tor Lodge was fantastic, such a beautiful place to stay and the owners were so friendly and helpful."

  Reviewed by Candy5.0★Aug 2016

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