Tamar Barn

4.3★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Hot tub
Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

37 Customer Review(s)

Kim
November 2024

“Lovely. Comfortable, warm, private, well equipped.”

Only remark would be that the tap water could have done to be hotter.

Only remark would be that the tap water could have done to be hotter.

- Kim, November 2024
Cherry November 2024

“We has the best girlie weekend!”

The cottage was beautiful and well equipped. It was exactly as advertised and perfectly located to local pubs and shops. Would definitely highly recommend.

- Cherry, November 2024
Gerald October 2024

“A huge comfortable bed with lovely cotton sheets.”

Some places provide poly cotton which are awful. The big television with good entertainment was much appreciated especially as the weather wasn’t good. The under floor heating was wonderful and the bath was a treat as we only have a shower at home. We will stay there again.

- Gerald, October 2024
Lynsey September 2024

“A warm and well equipped place to stay.”

Great location, had all we needed. As we celebrated our honeymoon owner left us some bubbles and cake which was so kind. We visited many locations in Cornwall and Devon and coming home to the hot tub and log burner was fabulous.

- Lynsey, September 2024
Karen August 2024

“It was a lovely holiday , the barn was fantastic .”

Lovely hot tub very relaxing stay just what we needed. Thankyou xx

- Karen, August 2024
Louise August 2024

“Lovely peaceful Barn.”

Warm and welcoming. So many walks and driving is easy as central to all attractions. Hot tub makes it a lovely treat. The small touches make it so much better. Milk, tea,Coffee and sugar and cleaning items along with hand soap and tea towels even laundry tables. Making such a difference to our shopping.

- Louise, August 2024
Emma July 2024

“The whole property needs a deep clean, inside and out.”

The cobwebs that cover the house look like they've been there since it was built! The hot tub didn't work properly and couldn't contact the owner due to terrible WiFi and signal. The noise from the main road was awful. Inside the property looks like it's been decorated by someone who said, "That'll do". The view from the property was lush though! Definitely not worth the money we paid.

- Emma, July 2024

We always respond to customers and try to meet your needs or solve any issues. Had we been contacted at the time we may have been able to help and now that I know there is a WiFi issue I will look into the problem. The hot tub is reliable and has not caused problems so I will look in to this too. Our cleaners do a great job but we are happy to act on any concerns raised. The photographs are honest and show the property as you will find it. As you say the views and setting is wonderful. Property Owner
Stuart June 2024

“Excellant venue.”

..has all the mod cons you require...peacefull location... Wifi is hit and miss....but apart from that top notch

- Stuart, June 2024
Nicola June 2024

“Tamar barn is a lovely place to stay .”

It is on a busy road but definitely wouldn’t put me off going back . It was a lovely garden area to sit in with a hot tub and secure for our cockerpoo . The house is comfortable and relaxing. Has quirky features and everything you need for a comfortable stay . You have tea , coffee and sugar for your arrival so stop at the local stores for a few supplies . Smells clean and is clean through out . Highly recommend!

- Nicola, June 2024
Chris June 2024

“Really nice isolated place.”

Hot tub was lovely kitchen nice modern and tidy. Bed very comfortable. All in all a lovely place. Peaceful walk by the river is nice. Perfect for a relaxing break away from busy areas. Thanks

- Chris, June 2024
Julie June 2024

“Had a lovey time .”

Cottage was beautiful and had all the amenities we needed. Garden was secure and hot tub was clean and worked perfectly. Definitely recommend staying there. Perfect for a nice relaxing holiday.

- Julie, June 2024
William June 2024

“The recycling bins need to bigger!”

Not sure if the local council cover this house? Great dog walk when you brave the corner, listen and wait for the cars to cross the bridge our side. Nice walk along the river side. Greta local pubs around and top food. Thanks

- William, June 2024
Tania April 2024

“Had a great week.”

Hot Tub was wonderful and perfect temperature. Beds very comfortable. Kitchen very well supplied and had everything you could possibly need. We will definitely be back

- Tania, April 2024
Donna March 2024

“Had absolutely everything you could need and more.”

Great place to stay

- Donna, March 2024
Lucy February 2024

“Lovely property, good location.”

- Lucy, February 2024

Thank you for your review we're really pleased that you have had a good time. Property Owner
Louise February 2024

“Fantastic home.”

Really enjoyed our stay Thankyou very much. Only problem tv didn’t work. Other than that it was fantastic! Xx

- Louise, February 2024

We can confirm the property now has a 55 inch Smart TV Property Owner
Matthew December 2023

“Really lovely place.”

Owner was very open and communicated well. Always a pleasant experience when you have a good host like David. Barn was beautiful. Had everything we needed for a couple. Great location with some nice walks, definitely consider staying again.

- Matthew, December 2023
Judith October 2023

“It’s a quirky place, nice and private with everything you need.”

There were a few minor niggles that show a little lack of TLC but nothing major. I would advise taking spare batteries for remotes and your own lighter for the fire as the lack of these did affect our first night. Cleanliness has been commented on previously but it’s ok as long as you don’t look too hard. It’s evident nothing is moved to clean under/behind but the kitchen/fridge/cooker/pots and pans were spotless. The issue that would prevent my return is the drive. It is so steep and blind that it didn’t feel safe. It was covered in fallen leaves and the car slipped a couple of times- it would be even more terrifying in icy weather.

- Judith, October 2023

Many thanks for your comments and I’m glad you liked the property and found it private which is one of its great benefits. The drive itself is approximately the same gradient that you would find in a multi storey car park and does have quite a good grip, we do also provide a box of salt for guest convenience if they wish to salt the drive. I hope guests can appreciate that in winter and having some woodland nearby, that there will occasionally be leaves coming across if the weather has been inclement or unusually windy, the leaves were cleared as soon as I was made aware when your comments were submitted after your stay. I do provide my number to guests pre arrival and Sykes also have a dedicated phoneline for guests along with WhatsApp and webchat facilities. A check of under and behind areas will of course also be carried out, and we would have assisted immediately if we had known at the time if you needed any help with firelighting material or more batteries, apologies if there was an oversight at the end of a very busy season after a lot of guest usage and thank you also for acknowledging how clean the kitchen, appliances and utensils were. Property Owner
Donna September 2023

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and felt very at home with the dogs.”

The road outside is very busy, the main gates at the front are not secure for dogs, so we kept ours on their leads until safely in the back garden. Unfortunately the garden is only accessible from the front of the property and up very steep steps at the side of the barn, but once your up there the garden is reasonably secure. The overall appearance is accurate in the photos, overall condition is fair, but could do with a little refreshing in the living room and upstairs shower room (which could benefit from better lighting). Having said that, it didn't detract from our enjoyment, it was just a little niggle. (If it was my home, I would be nagging to get it re-decorated) The cottage is set amongst trees, so there isn't a great deal of natural daylight especially in the living room unfortunately the large windows didn't open, so there was no airflow whatsoever. The weather when we visited was very hot, the shade kept it cool but the lack of air made it very stale/stuffy. The kitchen was lovely, it had the benefit of sky lights, which opened letting in lots of air and light . We found the kitchen to be extremely well equipped, and a pleasure to be in. The bed was very comfy !! and we both slept very well. I know a few mentioned the traffic noise outside, there were odd times when it was busy, but didn't cause us any issue. Also, the steepness of the drive makes entry to the barn very tricky .. but taking our time we did manage to leave with our front valance in tack.

- Donna, September 2023

Thanks for your feedback and I'm pleased you had a good stay and am always happy to receive suggestions as I am always keen to make enhancements for the benefit of guests. I will look at arranging more pictures to show the steps layout of the garden which is at the rear of the property. The property is set back privately from the road and as the road is not usually particularly heavy traffic, guests can have privacy and solitude as well as easy access to the road system for days out etc and I am happy to confirm that the gate has been repaired. The property is also amongst trees which can give it a retreat like privacy, and I'm sorry if the unusually hot weather caused any inconvenience. The drive is a similar gradient to a multi storey car park and has quite a good grip to its surface and I'm pleased this helped. I'm glad you found the kitchen light and airy with the skylights and also that you slept very comfortably, as guest comfort is very important to me. Property Owner
Jane August 2023

“Tamar Barn was just as advertised.”

A lovely, charming property which had everything you could possibly need for your stay, including a really comfortable bed. The secluded garden was safe for our dog and the hot tub was wonderful. An ideal location for us, as the nearby Tamar Trails and Dartmoor were perfect for jogging and walking. The host, David, quickly responded to any queries, making our stay just perfect.

- Jane, August 2023
Paul August 2023

“The barn is on a corner with a steep awkward entrance off the main road.”

We could of done with a radio and some instructions for the central heating as it was cold and damp despite being August. Care needs to be taken crossing the road and bridge. Wonderful walks off the doorstep. Could of done with a bit more firewood for the log burner as had to buy logs in the coop at £12 a go. Overall we loved the area and hot tub and the nearby Rising Sun pub.

- Paul, August 2023

Thank you for the feedback the walks are fantastic. There is now a new Bluetooth DAB stereo and I will add some more information about how to work the combi boiler and underfloor heating. Unfortunately like everything the cost of logs is high but we do supply a full basket. The drive is a bit awkward approaching from Cornwall but it is easy to access coming down the hill from Tavistock so if you find it tricky you can turn around nearby and approach the property from the easier direction. Property Owner
Stewart August 2023

“Great stay with the family (2 kids & a dog) at Tamar Barn.”

The barn is rustic and exactly what I would expect from the superb location. Very clean and tidy. Towels soft and clean. Hot tub that seats 4 and is very well maintained. Kitchen well stocked with all required utensils. We felt it very private which is important to me. David (the host) obviously takes care of the place and actions feedback looking at some previous reviews. Will 100% return.

- Stewart, August 2023
Jo July 2023

“A 'rustic' lovely little find.”

Had everything we needed and very comfortable, perfect for a few days of downtime. Cute little garden out the back, with decking and hot tub, via some stone external steps, (also via a small door/window in the bedroom - very novel) we kept our dogs on the lead until in the garden, but that was our choice. Just thought I would comment on the some of the previous feedback: The property is on the main road, but you can't hear it not even at rush hour. If you wanted to walk into the local town, there isn't pavement on the road outside of the property. (not the owners fault just thought it was worth a mention). The driveway in and out of the property is steep but taken with care should be ok. (due to it's location this can't be helped). We were in a Mercedes and came away with the valance still fully in tact. Owners were very helpful when we needed to contact them. (Nothing serious just a query regarding the hot water - turned out to be operator error!) This property was just what the doctor ordered. Thank you :)

- Jo, July 2023

Thank you for your review we really do want people to come down and enjoy the lovely Tamar Valley. Property Owner
Linda June 2023

“We read previous reviews and read that someone had commented about the busy road.”

We did not find it noisy but did feel that a warning should be included that turning into and exiting the drive can be hazardous. The steep drive would have proved difficult if we had a car with a low valance, e.g. my daughters BMW estate would have managed the drive without it taking the valance off.

- Linda, June 2023

Thanks for your comments about the road which is mostly quiet and only busy at commuting times. Like any road drivers need to exercise caution on exit and entry. The drive is a similar in gradient to a multistorey carpark our BMW 1 series is quite low and the clearance is good. Unless you drive a very low sports car it works well. Property Owner
Alison June 2023

“The barn is situated in a naturalistic garden.”

The drive is a little narrow and steep. There is plenty of room to turn a car around besides the property. The barn was lovely and cool inside in the recent hot weather. The kitchen is well equipped. Could do with a few more small glass tumblers as only one available. Large leather sofas are comfortable. Standard lamp needs a new bulb possibly as light worked intermittently. Plenty of information leaflets in desk drawer. Tv reception was a little variable at times. The tv is set at a bit of a jaunty angle which can be distracting, perhaps this needs a little adjustment . Downstairs shower was excellent, however the plughole needs regular cleaning as hair and soap residue left from previous guests. I didn’t use upstairs shower. Comfortable double bed though the pillows could do with replacing as they soon went flat when your head was on them. Would have been a little bit more inviting if the bedding had been ironed but this is just my preference. A small chair or stool in bedroom would be useful to put clothes on. We took the desk stool upstairs for this purpose. The wardrobe painted black inside which makes it difficult to see clothing. Lovely to wake up to birdsong each morning. The doorway into the garden from the bedroom is a bit low. Comfortable garden chairs. The rotary washing line, which the owner kindly came back to put up for me, was attached to the fence, which made at least half unusable due to the fence and bramble abyss! The traffic noise, mainly at peak times, was not really a problem for us. As others had found, the wifi could be variable. The spiders in the old property were very efficient at producing cobwebs so a long handled feather duster would be useful. Towels were a little uncomfortable to use, a bit hard and scratchy, but perfectly clean. Information regarding leaving the property would be useful in the guest handbook, such as where to leave the door key. This is a most beautiful area to explore and we had a thoroughly delightful time at the barn despite small niggles.

- Alison, June 2023

https://www.tamartrails.co.uk/ Thank you for your feedback and we will act on the points that you have raised. Also thank you for leaving the place so clean and tidy. I have included a link to the miles of traffic free world heritage trails that can be accessed from across the road and for tree surfers if you would like a climb in the woods https://treesurfers.co.uk/ Property Owner
Paul June 2023

“Perfect place for a getaway.”

Spacious, very clean and tidy, everything at hand needed. Ideally located for longer stays for day trips etc, and perfect suntrap garden. Well enclosed if taking dogs. The adjacent road can be a bit noisy but is hardly worth making an issue of, just worth a mention for noting. Overall, really nice place, we really enjoyed the stay....

- Paul, June 2023

Thank you for your feed back. Property Owner
Sally May 2023

“First impressions as we drove up the over grown driveway wasn’t good, gutting hanging down, rotten gate posts, dead leaves all over the place, Old junk thrown in the bin shelter, filthy windows and weeds and stinging nettles dominated the plant pots this place looked badly in need on some serious TLC.”

Once inside we was hit with an unpleasant smell of drains. The inside was certainly not how we expected, kitchen units with handles falling off poorly fitted flooring, dirty utensils from a previous rental, the taps in the bathroom were extremely loose, the tv in the lounge had a mind of its own and would turn on and off itself and the picture would break up frequently. The bbq was too dangerous and unhygienic to use with a rusty griddle and broken handles, we ended up buying disposable ones to use which was frustrating as we asked before leaving home if there was one we could use. We asked for a wok, mixing bowl and rolling pin which the owner kindly provided along with a replacement bbq. The upstairs bathroom was terrible with the toilet making a loud burping and spluttering noise with each flush, again very smelly. The windows were filthy in the twin bedroom with a green algae covering them. The sun lounges were very rusty and looked fit for the tip. We was often visited by the neighbours dog he would do his business in the front garden and run back next door, our dog didn’t take kindly to another dog wandering around. The towels supplied where stained and had holes and rips, we would have rather brought our own than use something in this condition. On a good note we thought the beds were comfortable with clean sheets and plenty of storage for your clothes. The lounge furniture was also nice and comfortable and we all enjoyed the hot tub. Overall we felt this property was in badly in need of some basic maintenance and tlc to warrant the amount that is charged for the rental. Sorry to say this is one property that we won’t return to

- Sally, May 2023

We always act promptly to resolve any issues as our priority is that you have a relaxing holiday. We have set the place up so that families and those with pets do not need to worry about minor breakages or having to be over careful, this means that you can relax with us. When asked for a Wok we supplied a brand new one, when asked for a rolling pin and mixing bowl we brought new ones for you. I received no comments about towels and had we known that you were not happy we would have replaced them for new ones. You are well aware that the gate post on the drive has been replaced for new and a new BBQ was supplied during your stay. Many of the other comments are not accurate e.g. loose handles in the kitchen turn out to be one loose handle that will be repaired, likewise the upstairs toilet has a macerator that works normally. I do not recognise some of your other comments . Our barn is clean, comfortable and set on the edge of extensive woods. The windows have been cleaned and the neighbors dog has been dealt with. I would encourage all guests to talk to us if there are any issues as we want you to have a relaxing holiday with us. Our photographs show the drive at the front and the enclosed garden to the rear these photographs are accurate. Property Owner
Valerie May 2023

“It was not explained where the location of the property was - on a main road -A390.”

Therefore from 5.am through to midnight there was constant road noise. The gates to the property did not close due to rotted posts. It was also not explained the neighbour would frequent the grounds - which resulted in gates not being closed - a danger for children and dogs. The exterior of the property was scruffy with rusty chairs, broken barbecue, tarty fencing and weeds. On a positive note the interior had everything you could want and more and was exceptionally clean, apart from the windows which were very dirty. Hot Tub was a bonus.

- Valerie, May 2023

Thank you for your feedback and we have already acted to replace the barbeque for a new one and gate post. Our grounds are kept to be sympathetic to wildlife and are intensionally not manicured. I have made it clear to the the neighbour that they must not enter the property they should not have been on the property at all. Traffic is infrequent outside of commuting times so I don't recognise your description of our rural road. I'll also inspect the windows and rectify where necessary as you say we do like to keep it clean. Property Owner
Rachel April 2023

“Lovely location to explore Devon and Cornwall.”

Everything provided from a home from home holiday. Hot tub was a bonus the only downside was the internet strength which was intermittent especially during the evenings but seemed to work fine during the day.

- Rachel, April 2023
Melissa February 2023

“Lovely barn but needed a clean the day we got there, as very dusty cobwebs over lights and some windows, kitchen sides and table dusty, floor filthy swept and mopped all side's and ie desk window ledges bathrooms dusty we were disappointed on entry but once I had cleaned every where which only took 40 mins!”

! so not a hard task we were happy. Not much too do at barn ie no games cards or dvds which is a shame as there is a TV with dvd player. The barn itself is lovely for a quiet chilled out time HOT TUB WAS AMAZING!!! Completely secluded Everything you need to cook nice and spacious for 2 adults and dogs ( although not quite a private garden as there is a garden attached with a see through fence not good if you got has little dog syndrome) I would happily return but I would insist this time it was cleaned I left it spotless that's how I expect to find it on arrival so personally I did feel it was a little overpriced for the time of year and could do with a few nik naks dotted around to make it feel a little more homely some games / dvds and a little tlc

- Melissa, February 2023

Thank you for your comments and we think that the barn is lovely too. I will take on board your comments and we will add some playing cards and a few board games. I will also add a chromecast so that guests can mirror their phones to the TV. Our cleaners take 3 to 4 hours to clean the barn so I am surprised by your comments about dirty floors and dusty sides especially since the kitchen floor is brand new and was fitted in January. Spider webs are difficult to eliminate as our barn is in the countryside and it has exposed stone walls. That said I will check that the cleaning is up to scratch. Property Owner
Gary December 2022

“The barn was a lovely conversion.”

It was clean, tidy and warm. The area was nice and quiet and I would definitely recommend this as somewhere to book.

- Gary, December 2022
Claire October 2022

“We had a fabulous time, the Barn was well equipped with everything you needed, it was in such an excellent spot on the Devon/Cornwall Border, the hot tub was welcome after long hikes with the dog along the trails or the moors, loads of dog friendly pubs and shops in the area.”

Owners were lovely and very helpful, will certainly return.

- Claire, October 2022
Paul September 2022

“The general cleanliness of the barn was not up to the standard of cottages and barns we have rented before on many occasions.”

The bathroom has black mould along the bottom of the shower screen over the bath The floors in the bathroom and kitchen were filthy , when we left the property it was a lot cleaner than when we started our holiday,and we had two dogs with us !!! The windows could do with a clean inside and out The heating system was very complicated and therefore unusable An option to purchase more logs for the wood burner would have been a welcome one ,as it is on most other holiday rentals we have used . This is not a general moan for the sake of moaning ! This is a gentle criticism of actually how we found the property. The position and facilities of the barn were excellent and we will be returning to the area in the near future to explore more of the walks and attractions. However it will probably be with one of the other Holiday Cottage providers.

- Paul, September 2022

We will implement an honestly box for bags of wood as you have suggested. I always welcome feedback as it helps us to improve. We have an excellent cleaner and we do regular deep cleans so I find it hard to believe that your comments are fair and had you contacted me when you arrived I would have inspected the property and put anything that needed to be put right immediately if necessary. I have inspected the barn today to ensure our cleaners have done the job correctly. Although the heating is simple as it is controlled thermostats in the rooms I will add a note to the welcome book so that this is made clearer. Property Owner
Kerrie September 2022

“Bigger toaster would be nice coz half the slice wasn't cooked if you didn't remember to flip it over during cooking Some nice pots outside would cheer the place up coz it looks very tired and perhaps a recycling bin in the kitchen And u might want to consider adding a picture of the hot tub to the listing.”

I did ask sykes for pictures but got ignored

- Kerrie, September 2022

Thanks for your feedback. We will add some pictures of the hot tub and outside enclosed garden. We will also look to replace the toaster for a larger one as you have suggested. The barn is on the edge of woodlands so we try to keep a natural look to the outside of the barn. In the past we have had hanging baskets but we felt this looked a bit twee perhaps we'll have rethink on this? Property Owner
Richard July 2022

“Nice barn, good location for dog walking and getting out and about the local towns.”

Staircase looks out of character, finishes need refreshing, garden tending but generally nice property, more of 3⭐️

- Richard, July 2022

Thank you for your comments and we agree that it is a great location to walk or cycle locally (https://www.tamartrails.co.uk/) and to get out to the surrounding areas. We try to apply a light touch to the garden hedges as this give a more natural look and helps to maintain wildlife. Property Owner
Julie June 2022

“Lovely converted barn which had everything we needed for a relaxing week.”

A contained garden which meant our dog could stay in the garden without escaping! Helpful and friendly owners. Central for getting out and about in the area. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Would recommend and return.

- Julie, June 2022
Heather April 2022

“Very relaxing and comfortable stay.”

The hot tub was super! Enclosed upper garden was great for the dog and us too! Wood burner very efficient. Comfy sofas and great chairs in kitchen. A few plastic glasses for the hot tub and a couple of fruit/ salad bowls would have been useful. Shower upstairs perhaps needs a refresh, especially to prevent water damage to the wood door.

- Heather, April 2022

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Kitchen/diner
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine and dishwasher
55 inch Smart TV, DVD player and WiFi
Fuel, power and 1 starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair, stairgate and travel cot available on request
Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio, furniture, barbecue and hot tub
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, however please contact if you want to bring more than 2 dogs
3 x lockable bike storage lockers, walking/hiking guests etc welcome
Tamar Trails Centre is only 0.7miles from property
Off-road parking for 2 cars
The access drive is via a moderate slope [16 degrees] and requires a sharp turn from the road - care needed on arrival/departure
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 0.4 miles
Note: Access to the enclosed garden is via external steps
There are 9 stone steps from the front of the property up to the rear garden with a gate at the top to the deck area then one step from the deck up to the lawn
From the deck, there is a wooden gate and 3 steps down to enclosed hot tub area
Please take care on all external steps especially in inclement weather.

The property

Nestled amongst tall trees, set just above the road that winds through beautiful forests between the villages of Gulworthy in Devon and Gunnislake in Cornwall, Tamar Barn is a attractive detached stone cottage created from a 200 year old barn.

Nearby, extensive traffic-free trails for walkers, ramblers and cyclists to explore the picturesque Tamar Valley.

The enclosed, rear garden with hot tub and lawned area is wildlife-friendly, owls and deer often spotted, and a great spot to relax and enjoy your family holiday.

Tamar Barn also welcomes two well-behaved dogs.

(Note: elevated rear garden accessed via external stone steps).

At the top of the drive next to the property, there is level off-road parking for two cars as well as lockable bicycle storage lockers - park up and take in the lovely surroundings and cottage exterior before getting settled in.

The sitting room features two sofas and a 55 inch Smart TV and a DVD player, so be sure to bring your favourite films for a family movie night by the warmth of the woodburning stove.

On the ground floor, Tamar Barn has a charming stone wall interior and wooden beams throughout, including the downstairs bathroom with bath and shower over, as well as the well-equipped kitchen/diner where you can rustle up breakfast and plan your day out.

Heading up the contemporary spiral staircase, the first bedroom is perfect for two children, with twin beds and a small window view of the garden, whilst the king-size bedroom features a floor-to-ceiling window overlooking the trees and the rear patio, an ideal spot to sit and enjoy your morning coffee.

You will also find a shower room on the first floor, so you can choose between a speedy shower upstairs or a relaxing bubble bath in the ground-floor bathroom, which also has a heated towel rail for extra warmth.

The enclosed rear garden is perfect for children and dogs to play, whilst adults can unwind in the hot tub or cook an alfresco dinner on the barbecue.

Gunnislake is a quaint village on the River Tamar, which has a good variety of local shops and pubs, as well as the railway station that links you to Plymouth and the Tamar Valley.

An Area of Outstanding Beauty, the valley offers fantastic walks, cycling and archery for the whole family.

Tavistock is a busier market town to the north east of Tamar Barn; great for a family day out, you will find local independent shops, a great selection of places to eat, the award-winning farmer's market, the riverside walk and canal.

Golf course.

Plymouth, Devon's port city, lies in the south just a short journey away and is home to the famous Smeatons Tower lighthouse, wonderful boat and fishing trips, as well as the family-friendly National Marine Aquarium.

Close to incredible National Parks, as well as towns and cities, Tamar Barn offers the best of both for a memorable family holiday.

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About the location

Gulworthy

A delightful award-winning market town on the River Tavy, nestling in the south-west slopes of Dartmoor. Tavistock has an indoor pannier market, a diverse range of shops, an excellent choice of pubs, bistros, restaurants, a theatre and a cinema, as well as a leisure pool

Please note: One starter pack of wood is supplied for the wood burner and guests will need to buy their own supply should any extra be required.
Note: Access to the enclosed garden is via external steps. There are 9 stone steps from the front of the property up to the rear garden with a gate at the top to the deck area then one step from the deck up to the lawn. From the deck, there is a wooden gate and 3 steps down to enclosed hot tub area. Please take care on all external steps especially in inclement weather.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely. Comfortable, warm, private, well equipped.”

“We has the best girlie weekend!”

“A huge comfortable bed with lovely cotton sheets.”

“A warm and well equipped place to stay.”

“It was a lovely holiday , the barn was fantastic .”

“Lovely peaceful Barn.”

“The whole property needs a deep clean, inside and out.”

“Excellant venue.”

“Tamar barn is a lovely place to stay .”

“Really nice isolated place.”

“Had a lovey time .”

“The recycling bins need to bigger!”

“Had a great week.”

“Had absolutely everything you could need and more.”

“Lovely property, good location.”

“Fantastic home.”

“Really lovely place.”

“It’s a quirky place, nice and private with everything you need.”

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and felt very at home with the dogs.”

“Tamar Barn was just as advertised.”

“The barn is on a corner with a steep awkward entrance off the main road.”

“Great stay with the family (2 kids & a dog) at Tamar Barn.”

“A 'rustic' lovely little find.”

“We read previous reviews and read that someone had commented about the busy road.”

“The barn is situated in a naturalistic garden.”

“Perfect place for a getaway.”

“It was not explained where the location of the property was - on a main road -A390.”

“Lovely location to explore Devon and Cornwall.”

“The barn was a lovely conversion.”

“We had a fabulous time, the Barn was well equipped with everything you needed, it was in such an excellent spot on the Devon/Cornwall Border, the hot tub was welcome after long hikes with the dog along the trails or the moors, loads of dog friendly pubs and shops in the area.”

“The general cleanliness of the barn was not up to the standard of cottages and barns we have rented before on many occasions.”

“Nice barn, good location for dog walking and getting out and about the local towns.”

“Lovely converted barn which had everything we needed for a relaxing week.”

“Very relaxing and comfortable stay.”

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