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1 bedroom accommodation in Harbourneford, near Buckfastleigh
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Harbourneford, near Buckfastleigh
- Dartmoor National Park4 min drive
- Buckfast Abbey10 min drive
- Dartington Hall Estate and Gardens13 min drive
- Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)40 min drive
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1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
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1 King Bed
1 bathroom
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About this property
1 bedroom accommodation in Harbourneford, near Buckfastleigh
Overlooking beautiful gardens, this wonderful barn conversion lies 3 miles from Buckfastleigh with its butterfly farm and otter sanctuary.. 3 steps to entrance.
All on the Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freesat, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Welcome pack. Small enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Large garden with summerhouse (shared with owner). Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: No children. There is a natural pond in the grounds.. Renovated in 2019, this barn conversion lies in beautiful, rural surroundings within Harbourneford. The property is situated within the grounds of the main house and picturesque gardens. It would make a perfect base for couples and has plenty of walks nearby. The property has its own small garden; however, guests are welcome to use the owners’ extensive garden, which has a summerhouse and a natural pond. Guests at Umber House can enjoy a discreet and comfortable break away from the pressures of everyday life, whilst being ideally situated to access the whole of Devon and Cornwall, with the A38 just 2 miles away. The nearest town of South Brent is 2¼ miles away, where you can get all of your amenities, and three fantastic restaurants are less than a 10-minute drive away. The town of Buckfastleigh is just 3 miles away and the neighbouring town of Ivybridge is just 8 miles away. Why not visit places such as the famous Buckfast Abbey, a working monastery where a community of Benedictine monks live self-sufficiently, welcoming people from all over the world.
Visit the Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary or take the steam train from Buckfastleigh to the market town of Totnes where you can explore along the River Dart. The city of Plymouth is just 14 miles away with an abundance of things to do such as a visit to the National Marine Aquarium, and a whole host of shops, restaurants, and bars.
Harbourneford is situated in the Dartmoor National Park, with many attractions including National Trust properties of Castle Drogo and the medieval house of Cotehele. There are also mysterious stone circles, rocky tors and the famous Dartmoor ponies roaming free. Dartmouth is also worth a visit with Dartmouth Castle, museums, historic houses and gardens, and the stunning Blackpool Sands beach. Beach 14¾ miles. Shop 1¾ miles, pub 1½ miles and restaurant 2 miles.
Newly opened rapid EV charging point in Buckfastleigh about 2 miles distant .16 charging points, extra wide facilities for disabled drivers and a super cafe .
No children or babies allowed.
There is open water in the property grounds.
All on the Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freesat, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Welcome pack. Small enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Large garden with summerhouse (shared with owner). Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: No children. There is a natural pond in the grounds.. Renovated in 2019, this barn conversion lies in beautiful, rural surroundings within Harbourneford. The property is situated within the grounds of the main house and picturesque gardens. It would make a perfect base for couples and has plenty of walks nearby. The property has its own small garden; however, guests are welcome to use the owners’ extensive garden, which has a summerhouse and a natural pond. Guests at Umber House can enjoy a discreet and comfortable break away from the pressures of everyday life, whilst being ideally situated to access the whole of Devon and Cornwall, with the A38 just 2 miles away. The nearest town of South Brent is 2¼ miles away, where you can get all of your amenities, and three fantastic restaurants are less than a 10-minute drive away. The town of Buckfastleigh is just 3 miles away and the neighbouring town of Ivybridge is just 8 miles away. Why not visit places such as the famous Buckfast Abbey, a working monastery where a community of Benedictine monks live self-sufficiently, welcoming people from all over the world.
Visit the Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary or take the steam train from Buckfastleigh to the market town of Totnes where you can explore along the River Dart. The city of Plymouth is just 14 miles away with an abundance of things to do such as a visit to the National Marine Aquarium, and a whole host of shops, restaurants, and bars.
Harbourneford is situated in the Dartmoor National Park, with many attractions including National Trust properties of Castle Drogo and the medieval house of Cotehele. There are also mysterious stone circles, rocky tors and the famous Dartmoor ponies roaming free. Dartmouth is also worth a visit with Dartmouth Castle, museums, historic houses and gardens, and the stunning Blackpool Sands beach. Beach 14¾ miles. Shop 1¾ miles, pub 1½ miles and restaurant 2 miles.
Newly opened rapid EV charging point in Buckfastleigh about 2 miles distant .16 charging points, extra wide facilities for disabled drivers and a super cafe .
No children or babies allowed.
There is open water in the property grounds.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
South Brent
South Brent is home to this cottage. Totnes Elizabethan House Museum and Devonshire Collection of Period Costumes are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Delta Force Paintball Plymouth and Pirates Bay Adventure Golf. Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary and Paignton Zoo are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.

Harbourneford, near Buckfastleigh
What's nearby
- Dartmoor National Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
- Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
- Buckfast Abbey - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
- Dartington Hall Estate and Gardens - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
- Totnes Castle - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Things Happen Here - 10 min drive
- Cott Inn - 10 min drive
- The White Hart Buckfastleigh - 7 min drive
- The Bay Horse - 13 min drive
- The Bull Inn - 13 min drive
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