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Delightful open plan barn conversion with piano in historic Dartmoor village

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TV, DVD player, books, music library
Exterior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Okehampton, Devon
  • Lydford Gorge
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Dartmoor National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • The Granite Way
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the area

Lydford

Located in Okehampton, this vacation home is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Lydford Castle & Saxon Town and Lydford Gorge. .This vacation home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Dartmoor National Park and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from The Granite Way.
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What's nearby

  • Lydford Castle & Saxon Town - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lydford Gorge - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Dartmoor National Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • The Granite Way - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Ashbury Golf Club - 10 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Sampford Courtenay Station - 19 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bearslake Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Castle Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dartmoor Inn - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mary Tavy Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Diner - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Delightful open plan barn conversion with piano in historic Dartmoor village

Townend Barn is detached and situated in an acre of grounds with Townend House the village of Lydford. The barn is situated behind the main house and the parking is off road. Beautifully converted to a high standard, the barn is open plan but intimate and heated by storage heaters and a very efficient wood burning stove. There is a grand piano to play, two bookcases filled with interesting books for you to enjoy; original paintings and wooden animal head sculptures decorate the walls. Lydford has no street lighting so after an evening meal at one of the three good restaurants in the village you can walk home without worrying who is going to drive. Lydford is a thriving working village and an ideal base from which to have a relaxing and interesting time. The moor is only 15 minutes walk. It is a beautiful unspoilt part of the moor - No ice cream vans or big coach parties. You can find wilderness within half an hour.

Changeover day is Friday.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and an electric kettle.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Tania & Nick Skeaping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 538 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Please keep on lead in garden. Do not leave alone.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Only small double bed.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Delightful open plan barn conversion with piano in historic Dartmoor village Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
lovely barn in great location
We enjoyed the barn very much, great location in a village with good dog walks nearby and excellent dog friendly pubs. I had not read the description properly, had I done so I would not have stayed here simply because we were not allowed to have the dog off lead in the garden. This made morning and evening poos very difficult. We found the barn beautifully appointed with wonderful books and paintings and a fabulous piano, perfect for those rainy days - forecast but didn't happen. I was just a little surprised that though extremely well equipped basics were missing - tea, coffee, milk, and shampoo, body wash - things we have always taken for granted in hotels/holiday cottages.We have one serious complaint and it was our inability to communicate with our hosts thanks to Vbro not recognising our booking. I managed to speak to someone who I could not understand due to her lack of English, she indicate the fault was at my end and I should clear my cache! I was eventually able to get a phone number from the virtual assistant and was able to call our host.Chrissie Way
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable Stay
Enjoyable stay in a lovely barn, with great hosts in a super location - close to brilliant walking on Dartmoor and the pub!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon in Lydford
We spent our honeymoon in this beautiful place the barn was lovely with everything we could have wished for and a beautiful secluded garden which our dog Bella loved. We had a great time exploring Dartmoor which was helped by the gorgeous weather.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Barn stay
Cosy, fully equipped, comfortable and friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivian J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Val and Viv John 3 to 10 June 2022
As with all of our previous stays the place was spotless and Tnais and Nick both friendly and helpful. For us this is the ideal escape.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely barn, excellent accommodation
We spent 4 nights at Townend barn over Christmas and had a fabulous time. The barn is beautiful, well appointed with everything you need for a short stay. We would definitely recommend Townend barn and would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martin C., HARROW

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
The property was great and ideally situated for exploring the area. Nick and Tania were great hosts .

10/10 Excellent

Jane O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Room with a Steinway
An extremely comfortable, very well appointed accommodation. Excellent situation for pubs, the Moor and public transport. Nick and Tania were excellent hosts - there if we needed assistance. The highlight for me was the opportunity to play a beautiful Steinway piano
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, clean and comfortable accommodation.
A beautiful barn with a secluded garden in a lovely village with a superb pub within walking distance. Lots of walks on your doorstep and on and around Dartmoor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Parking
Be aware that the access to the property is tight if you have a large SUV type vehicle
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Townend Barn, Lydford
Delightful accommodation, peaceful and quiet. Ideally placed for where we wished to go and what we wanted to do, with a couple of artistic extras. Fran loved the Steinway!

10/10 Excellent

Lily B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property + amazing hosts
Would definitely recommend to friends! Fantastic communication throughout and amazing property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely barn conversion complete with grand piano!
We had a very enjoyable week staying in the barn over New Year. The barn is well equipped, including a decent kitchen. The piano is a great addition to the barn, and I very much enjoyed playing it every day during our stay. Plenty to do nearby, with the Granite Way and Gorge both on the doorstep. We also made trips to nearby Dartmoor and Looe. Booking and check in all very straightforward, and Tania & Nick were really helpful with everything - thank you both.

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect rural escape for two
Really loved this thoughtful barn conversion, tucked away in pretty Lydford only a short walk from the fabulous candlelit Castle Inn and other options only a little further. Great farm shop nearby too. Everything has been thought of in the barn and it’s set in very pretty private gardens. So quiet at night too- bed is very comfortable, shower is great! A lovely stay!

10/10 Excellent

Estelle K.

Perfect!
Nick and Tania are fabulous hosts and the barn is cosy and comfortable. Everything you need is there. Beautiful walks and a ‘proper’ night sky! It’s all here! I’m a musician so having a gorgeous Steinway at your disposal is more than just a treat! I will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jo S.

A lovely barn conversion in a blissfully quiet location.
Townend Barn is a lovely holiday cottage behind Nick and Tanya's house, away from the road and looking out onto the garden. The cottage had everything I needed for my stay. Nick and Tania are very welcoming. Lydford is a great location from which to explore mid-Devon - whether up on Dartmoor or towards the coast. I had a fantastic stay and will come again some time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Connor B.

Fantastic!
A very lovely property in a stunning area! The barn had all of the amenities that we needed to enjoy our stay, as well as a selection of walking and activity guides, and Nick and Tania were very helpful too! The property was exactly a small pictured, and we would definitely visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Josie R.

Beautiful,peaceful.Away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
We had the most restful and peaceful 5 days .The barn had everything we needed.Nick and Tania were so welcoming and helpful.One of the highlights for us was curling up at night infront of the log burner.We highly recommend this property.

10/10 Excellent

Jennie A., Hawley

LOVE, LOVE this adorable Barn ~
What a pleasant time we had here in Devon due to the amazing Barn and Tania! From the moment I contacted Tania, she was so helpful in assisting us in planning our time in Devon. We really appreciated all her efforts! The Barn is clean, great supplies, beautifully situated off the street, very quiet, perfect size for my husband and I, plus, off store parking. I can't say enough wonderful things about this adorable Barn! Run don't walk to rent this place.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2016

10/10 Excellent

Barrie L.

Beautiful Place away from it all.
Delightful open plan barn conversion with piano in historic Dartmoor village with the lovely Lydford gorge just down the lane. The Garden and the property were beautifully kept , and the log burning fire was a great delight . Parking was provided close to the Barn this made loading and unloading very easy . The location was idea as a base, and we spent many hours in and around the Tavistock area. The property had all the comforts of home with a lovely garden were you can sit and have your meal in the pleasant surrounding . The owner provide good customer service and was always at hand with more logs or to answer any quires . We will defiantly stay here again , and would recommend it to any one who wants a break from our busy stressful world.

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas G.

Everything was perfect. Perfect hosts. Perfect accommodation. Perfect location.
Everything was perfect. Perfect hosts. Perfect accommodation. Perfect location.

10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

Helen
Our short stay here was wonderful. Property was in excellent condition and the owners where very helpful. Lovely and peaceful - just what we were looking for!

10/10 Excellent

Gudrun K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holidays
Die „Scheune“ liegt in einem idyllischen Dorf hinter dem Haus des Vermieters. Sie hat einen eigenen Garten und ist mit allem (und mehr), was man braucht, ausgestattet. Supernette Vermieter. Im Ort sind zwei empfehlenswerte Gastronomien (Castle Inn und Lydford House), der Ort selber ist historisch und super hübsch. Man kann direkt um den Ort tolle Wanderungen unternehmen und erreicht mit dem Auto auch recht kurzfristig die Küste. Wir sind über 1.300km angefahren - und jeder einzelne Meter war es wert! Great and very British!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katja G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfekt für ruhigen Urlaub
Objekt liegt perfekt für Ausflüge in die Natur (Schlucht ist fußläufig erreichbar). Das Haus ist gemütlich für 2 Personen. Im Garten kann man in Ruhe seinen Tee genießen. Die Vermieter sind hilfsbereit und sehr freundlich. Im ca. 300 m entfernten Pub kann man gut essen und trinken. Jederzeit kommen wir gern wieder.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Broder N., Bokholt-Hanredder, near Hamburg

gemütliches Nest in guter Lage
Nette Umgebung und guter Ausgangspunkt für Wanderungen im Dartmoor von der Haustür aus und für Touren an die Nord- und Südküste Devons. Bio-Laden und 2 (gute) Pubs/Restaurants sowie der Lydford-Wasserfall sind fußläufig erreichbar. Für Musikfreunde gibt es einen Flügel und jede Menge CD's, auch Filme. Bedauerlicherweise ist der Bücherschrank mit den Kunst-Büchern verschlossen! Tania und Nick sind freundlich und hilfsbereit.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017