The Linhay

4.9★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

47 Customer Review(s)

Sandra
August 2024

“It is a lovely, clean, and well-equipped apartment in a truly peaceful and picturesque area.”

The owners are welcoming but not intrusive, on hand if there are any issues, not that we had any. We enjoyed our refreshing break at the Lynhay so much we intend to return fairly soon. Thank you D &D

The owners are welcoming but not intrusive, on hand if there are any issues, not that we had any. We enjoyed our refreshing break at the Lynhay so much we intend to return fairly soon. Thank you D &D

- Sandra, August 2024
Tina May 2024

“We really enjoyed our stay .”

The cottage was comfy and nice and clean .beautfull setting so peaeful and the wild life stunning.we enjoyed watching all the diffrent birds feed in the mornings .we did alot of walking but the weather was hit and miss so made the most of it .dartmoor is remote but stunning .

- Tina, May 2024
Carol May 2024

“The accommodation was very comfortable and clean.”

Great location. Friendly hosts.

- Carol, May 2024
Richard April 2024

“Firstly the location is beautiful and the drive from the village road was topped with arriving at the prop”

- Richard, April 2024
Neil April 2024

“Linhay is a lovely cottage.”

Comfortable and peaceful with beautiful surrounding countryside. Easy access to Dartmoor and the coast.

- Neil, April 2024
Amy February 2024

“Absolutely lovely cottage, with easy access to the moors.”

Plus an absolutely lovely range of birds that were feeding in the garden. Cottage was always warm and cosy and is a well designed and furnished. Lovely surprise to have scones, cream and jam on arrival. We would happily stay again.

- Amy, February 2024
Christopher December 2023

“The Linhay was fantastic.”

We were welcomed with a Christmas tree and lights, which was lovely for our trip in December. The accommodation was clean and provided us with all essentials. Log burner was a treat for the cold evenings. It was out 10 year wedding anniversary and it was made special with the stay at linhay. We will certainly be back.

- Christopher, December 2023
Veronica September 2023

“A beautiful place in an idyllic setting”

- Veronica, September 2023
Jayne July 2023

“Lovely holiday cottage in very peaceful surroundings.”

Cottage is well equipped, with everything you need for the stay and was extremely comfortable.

- Jayne, July 2023
Philip June 2023

“The Linhay is a beautiful, cosy and peaceful place to stay.”

Accommodation five star in a tranquil setting.

- Philip, June 2023
Vivien May 2023

“We had a lovely stay at The Linhay once again and didn’t want to leave.”

A really peaceful location and comfortable accommodation with everything you need. Woke up to birdsong every morning - it was an extremely relaxing and a great base for getting out and about. Looking forward to our next stay!

- Vivien, May 2023
Elizabeth March 2023

“The property was lovely, we felt well taken care of in it.”

We particularly appreciated the outlook, peace, wildlife, access to moor and inside the comfortable bed and luxurious shower. We are missing it now home but hope to return!

- Elizabeth, March 2023
Tim December 2022

“Stayed for a week for a Christmas Break , Lovely Quiet location , and next to ...”

Stayed for a week for a Christmas Break , Lovely Quiet location , and next to the Moor for walks with our dog Lovely dark skies and plenty of wild birds Owners on hand for anything we needed Would Highly Recommend and look forward to returning in the summer

- Tim, December 2022
Janet December 2022

“Fantastic stay at the Linhay, everything you need for a relaxing break.”

Dartmoor on your doorstep. Lots of lovely walks to do, or places to visit. Back to the Linhay to completely chill out. Will definitely visit again.

- Janet, December 2022
Richard November 2022

“Wonderful hosts a d the best holiday retreat you will ever find”

- Richard, November 2022
Fiona October 2022

“Just perfect.”

Down a quiet lane, surrounded by countryside. Comfortable, warm, and most importantly for me dog friendly. Even the Oct weather cooperated, was lovely laying in bed hearing the rain lashing down, but waking up to a fine morning. Saw pheasants, squirrels, and lots of song birds. There are both cattle and sheep on the nearby moor, but honestly that’s to be expected. Couldn’t fault, would love to return one day.

- Fiona, October 2022
Jonathan October 2022

“Excellent bolt hole in lovely quiet area.”

Thoughtfully equipped and well designed. Comfortable and warm!

- Jonathan, October 2022
Michael September 2022

“An a amazing place to stay so quiet and relaxing and piece full and amazing wildlife,couldn’t of asked for more.”

Elaine and mike.

- Michael, September 2022
Catherine August 2022

“A lovely cottage that contained everything needed for a comfortable stay.”

Situated in a very quiet location it was convenient for many walks and interesting places to visit. I would recommend it to family and friends

- Catherine, August 2022
Malvin April 2022

“Remote location - perfect for walking our lab.”

Very helpful owners. Ideal location for visiting towns or country. Walk around Lydon Gorge (both ways) to really appreciate the location and do at least one long walk along the Dartmoor Way taking in the church on top of Brent tor. A must if you are fit and keen walkers. We now miss the piece and tranquility (and the cheeky pheasant and his intended!).!

- Malvin, April 2022
Vivien March 2022

“We really loved our stay at The Linhay - I can’t imagine we’d want to stay anywhere else on Dartmoor.”

It was so comfortable and peaceful and we enjoyed watching the different birds from our window! The cream tea that was waiting when we arrived was such a lovely welcome. We enjoyed being able to walk out onto the moor and it was perfectly located for us to easily get to all the places we wanted to go. We will be back!

- Vivien, March 2022
Mark March 2022

“Lovely cosy accommodation in a beautiful and peaceful location surrounded by wildlife with direct access onto the open moor, perfect for long dog walks.”

Danielle and David are charming hosts. Lydford Gorge is on the doorstep with NT tea room (open in season) and the Castle Inn is dog friendly and does great food. Our week was blessed with glorious spring sunshine, but regardless, we’ll be back. An ideal base to explore what Dartmoor has to offer.

- Mark, March 2022
Shaun November 2021

“Lovely location, very quiet.”

Stunning walks right on your doorstep. Easy access to pretty much all of dartmoor. The property was well laid out and well equipped. Friendly hosts who respected our privacy. The only complaint i have was the squeaky floors. Definitely recommend though.

- Shaun, November 2021
Angela September 2021

“A brilliant holiday apartment.”

Tastefully decorated and furnished and so well equipped. Well maintained. Good location and lovely hosts. The communication from Helpful Holidays was excellent.

- Angela, September 2021
Rebecca June 2021

“We had a wonderful stay at the Linhay.”

The cottage was spacious for two people and a small dog, it had everything we needed and was very well presented, clean and comfortable. We were greeted with a cream tea which was just what we needed after our trip there. The hosts were friendly and welcoming but not intrusive. We felt like we could ask should there be anything we needed and it would be no problem, but the cottage was so well equipped we didn't need to ask for anything! The location of the cottage was great for exploring Dartmoor with our dog, with walks straight out onto Gibbet hill and Black down. The cottage is quiet, peaceful and isolated, surrounded by farm land, nature and bird song. It's ideally located to visit many of the sights of Devon and Cornwall and return home to a comfortable rest.

- Rebecca, June 2021
Kathryn June 2021

“A wonderful place to stay with everything you need and more.”

The property owners are friendly and welcoming. The location is great for walking on Dartmoor and to explore Devon and Cornwall.

- Kathryn, June 2021
Kevin December 2020

“Brilliant location for walking, whisper quiet at night and a very comfortable place to stay.”

- Kevin, December 2020
Mark October 2020

“We had a great time at this lovely place, will definitely return soon!”

- Mark, October 2020
Barbara October 2020

“Cosy and well equipped comfortable hideaway with access onto the moor and a short walk from the gorge.”

Weather was wet during my stay, but the accommodation felt like a home from home, so I still had a fabulous time. Recommended for those looking for a peaceful location. Around 1 1/2-2miles into Lydford which has 2 pubs, a farm shop and small shop on the campsite (depending on season). The Linhay feels private, but is also near the owners house who are lovely and on hand if anything needed. If you have a dog, you will need to accompany it when it has to go outside. Would be happy to return again.

- Barbara, October 2020
Roger September 2020

“The Linhay is a delightful cottage very close to Lidford Gorge and in a beautiful setting.”

Our host made us very welcome and the cottage is very well furnished with everything you need. Thoroughly recommended.

- Roger, September 2020
Judith September 2020

“The perfect away-from-it-all retreat, thoughtfully and tastefully appointed with plenty of great walks and places of interest nearby.”

And, of course, the lovely friendly and welcoming host family. If you want somewhere quiet where you feel you are living among the treetops this is the place for you.

- Judith, September 2020
Trevor September 2020

“The location was perfect for exploring Devon and Cornwall.”

The hosts were very friendly and helpful. The Linhay was well equipped and so peaceful right on the edge of the moors.

- Trevor, September 2020
Stuart September 2020

“The owners, Danielle and David, were very welcoming.”

The location is great - straight through a gate onto the moors. The accomodation was very comfortable and had everything that we needed. Would highly recommend.

- Stuart, September 2020
Colin August 2020

“Couldn’t fault it .”

It was wonderful.

- Colin, August 2020
James August 2020

“A really lovely and peaceful hideaway for two - comfortable and spacious, with direct access to the moors for walking etc.”

Lots to see and do locally, with great pubs for food and drink. Very friendly and helpful owners who live next door, but plenty of privacy too. Wonderful wildlife spotting possibilities, including directly from the main living area. Thoroughly recommended.

- James, August 2020
Natasha February 2020

“Location was perfect easy reach of many beautiful walks and the cottage itself ...”

Location was perfect easy reach of many beautiful walks and the cottage itself had everything you could possibly need and was very cosy

- Natasha, February 2020
Christina December 2019

“Warm, cosy, comfortable, well equipped and spotlessly clean with welcoming hosts.”

We loved the rural situation and being able to walk out of the door, through a gate and out onto the Moor and so nice to come back to a welcoming log fire. It was our perfect Christmas escape. Wonderful.

- Christina, December 2019
J September 2019

“Quiet peaceful and well appointed.”

Feature for us was the busiest bird feeding station ever with a diverse range of visiting birds. The only downside was the lack of a direct access to the garden area which meant we could not let the dogs wander in and out as they like to do. Plenty of areas to walk the dogs on the property though. The hosts were friendly and welcoming.

- J, September 2019
Keith July 2019

“Our Hosts were very warm and welcoming.”

Lovely rural setting on the very edge of Dartmoor itself. On the doorstep to Lydford Gorge. Great for walking. Local Inns all good for food and accommodated our little dog without any problems. Our real favourites - liver and bacon in the Bearslake, and steak and blue cheese pie in the Castle Inn.

- Keith, July 2019
Kevin April 2019

“Totally all we wanted brilliant and such great hosts”

- Kevin, April 2019
David March 2019

“Our 2nd stay and as with the first it was again just perfect.”

Comfortable accommodation in such a great setting. Gate from property direct onto Dartmoor. Location is great for Lydford Gorge and Tavistock for shopping. The location means you can go south,west or north for those days out.

- David, March 2019
Rob March 2019

“Cottage was lovely, setting was lovely, area is beautiful.”

We had a really nice time. Minor, minor issues - it would have been great to be able to open the door and let the dogs straight out into the garden. Also might be worth mentioning there are chickens in the grounds.

- Rob, March 2019
Simon August 2018

“Absolutely brilliant, gorgeous location, and accommodation was just great.”

Can't fault it . Highly recommended, you really must stay here . We will definitely be back for another holiday. Thanks for a lovely holiday, and dog friendly too . !!!. These two dogs enjoyed exploring Dartmoor and the surrounding area.

- Simon, August 2018
Gerhard June 2018

“A lovely Cottage with every thing we needed, peaceful and quite.”

Being on the very edge of the moor our dog thought he had gone to doggy heaven. only one sore point, my head, as one wall had a slope which came down to within 2 ft of the floor. Ok when you got use to it. G Denness

- Gerhard, June 2018
Luke June 2018

“We spent a relaxing week at the Linhay and were really impressed with the accommodation.”

The facilities and furnishings are all of a high quality and the owners are friendly and helpful. We’ll defiantly consider a repeat stay when we visit beautiful Dartmoor again.

- Luke, June 2018
Ross June 2018

“An excellent property which is equipped with quality items.”

Good location. Excellent local pub for food. Congregation at Lydford Church very friendly and interested in visitors. Lots of places to visit within reasonable driving distance.

- Ross, June 2018
Jo May 2018

“Great holiday experience.”

If anything the property description and photographs didn't quite do justice to the Linhay, a lovely, comfortable and stylish apartment set in beautiful surroundings.

- Jo, May 2018

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Summary

All first floor
One king-size double bedroom
Open plan living area with sitting area with wood burning stove, kitchen and dining area
Bathroom with roll-top bath, hand-held shower shower, basin and WC.
Central heating with wood burning stove
Microwave, electric oven, induction hob, fridge, washer-dryer, dishwasher, TV with Blu-ray, DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair available on request
Off road parking for two cars
Enclosed garden
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry no smoking.

The property

1½ miles from Lydford and 3 miles from Brentor, at the end of a private drive on a smallholding in a hidden Dartmoor valley, a comfortable apartment over the owner's detached garage within their moorland garden (direct access to the moor, great views towards Brentor church in one direction, Dartmoor's highest tors in the other).

You're welcome to wander the surrounding 20 acres of field, woodland and lake.

Horses welcome, by arrangement (extra).

Small enclosed patio garden (table/chairs) for your own private use.

Inside, it is bright, modern and easy.

Fifteen steps up to big French windows to open-plan living/dining/kitchen (dishwasher, washer-drier, microwave, fridge, electric oven/induction hob) with TV/DVD/Blu-ray, woodburner, comfortable sofa bed and views past the owner's house to the moor and sideways along the valley.

Beyond this, smart bathroom (suite with roll-top bath plus hand-shower and separate shower).

Big, pretty double bedroom (5' bed).

Spring water.

An excellent base with friendly owners, good-food pubs nearby and the most dramatic Dartmoor tors within easy reach.

Lydford: village (two good food pubs, farm shop, church) on Dartmoor's western edge, famous for its gorge/waterfall (National Trust, very beautiful walk deep in woods) and ruined medieval castle.

Granite Way cycle trail; trout fishing in the Lyd; riding stables locally.

Sea/beaches, about 25 miles, north or south coasts.

Roadford Lake, 9 miles.

Tavistock, 5.

Brentor's tor-top church, 3.

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Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

LYDFORD

Tavistock 6 miles; Okehampton 6 miles.

Nestling among mature woodland on the western slopes of Dartmoor, the historic village of Lydford is a jewel in this area of outstanding scenic beauty. To the north, just half a mile away, the high tors come right down to the village edge, while to the south the River Lyd winds its way through Lydford Forest on its tumbling course northwards. Lydford village has an interesting medieval castle and nearby Lydford Gorge (National Trust) with its peaceful woodland walks and White Lady waterfall is a must. The village also has a Post Office, pub and award-winning restaurant. Whether walking the moors, fishing, watching the amazing wildlife or just visiting the many attractions of this stunningly beautiful area, you'll never be lost for something to do. The moorland market towns of Tavistock and Okehampton are both a short drive away.

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Reviews & Ratings

“It is a lovely, clean, and well-equipped apartment in a truly peaceful and picturesque area.”

“We really enjoyed our stay .”

“The accommodation was very comfortable and clean.”

“Firstly the location is beautiful and the drive from the village road was topped with arriving at the prop”

“Linhay is a lovely cottage.”

“Absolutely lovely cottage, with easy access to the moors.”

“The Linhay was fantastic.”

“A beautiful place in an idyllic setting”

“Lovely holiday cottage in very peaceful surroundings.”

“The Linhay is a beautiful, cosy and peaceful place to stay.”

“We had a lovely stay at The Linhay once again and didn’t want to leave.”

“The property was lovely, we felt well taken care of in it.”

“Stayed for a week for a Christmas Break , Lovely Quiet location , and next to ...”

“Fantastic stay at the Linhay, everything you need for a relaxing break.”

“Wonderful hosts a d the best holiday retreat you will ever find”

“Just perfect.”

“Excellent bolt hole in lovely quiet area.”

“An a amazing place to stay so quiet and relaxing and piece full and amazing wildlife,couldn’t of asked for more.”

“A lovely cottage that contained everything needed for a comfortable stay.”

“Remote location - perfect for walking our lab.”

“We really loved our stay at The Linhay - I can’t imagine we’d want to stay anywhere else on Dartmoor.”

“Lovely cosy accommodation in a beautiful and peaceful location surrounded by wildlife with direct access onto the open moor, perfect for long dog walks.”

“Lovely location, very quiet.”

“A brilliant holiday apartment.”

“We had a wonderful stay at the Linhay.”

“A wonderful place to stay with everything you need and more.”

“Brilliant location for walking, whisper quiet at night and a very comfortable place to stay.”

“We had a great time at this lovely place, will definitely return soon!”

“Cosy and well equipped comfortable hideaway with access onto the moor and a short walk from the gorge.”

“The Linhay is a delightful cottage very close to Lidford Gorge and in a beautiful setting.”

“The perfect away-from-it-all retreat, thoughtfully and tastefully appointed with plenty of great walks and places of interest nearby.”

“The location was perfect for exploring Devon and Cornwall.”

“The owners, Danielle and David, were very welcoming.”

“Couldn’t fault it .”

“A really lovely and peaceful hideaway for two - comfortable and spacious, with direct access to the moors for walking etc.”

“Location was perfect easy reach of many beautiful walks and the cottage itself ...”

“Warm, cosy, comfortable, well equipped and spotlessly clean with welcoming hosts.”

“Quiet peaceful and well appointed.”

“Our Hosts were very warm and welcoming.”

“Totally all we wanted brilliant and such great hosts”

“Our 2nd stay and as with the first it was again just perfect.”

“Cottage was lovely, setting was lovely, area is beautiful.”

“Absolutely brilliant, gorgeous location, and accommodation was just great.”

“A lovely Cottage with every thing we needed, peaceful and quite.”

“We spent a relaxing week at the Linhay and were really impressed with the accommodation.”