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The property
Enclosed garden with lawn, patio area and garden furniture
Walk to Haytor and explore Dartmoor National Park
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Haytor Vale Lodge

Dartmoor National Park, Devon
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Pub nearby
Family friendly
Quirky
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Fantastic walks on the doorstep through Dartmoor National Park
  • Pretty, enclosed garden, perfect for summer afternoons outside with children and pets alike
  • Within easy reach of the historic cathedral city of Exeter
Property code: 46409

Perfectly placed in an idyllic hamlet at the base of Haytor, this property is within a mile of a pub, tearoom, tor and historic quarry. A little further afield, there is a bustling farm shop for stocking up on locally produced goods for your stay, while nearby Bovey Tracey offers additional shopping and dining facilities. Head out on foot and find a magnificent array of walks and cycle trails through Dartmoor National Park, while a short drive will bring you to the historic cathedral city of Exeter, home to a wide range of shops, restaurants, bars and cafes.

Arranged on one level, the accommodation features wooden floorboards, pretty soft furnishings and antique furniture, all reflecting the history of this property. The large open-plan lounge/diner has been beautifully decorated and ordained with period furnishings and thoughtful touches. Cosy up in front of the TV/DVD beside the coal effect electric fire after enjoying a family meal at the antique dining table. Next door, the kitchen contains an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment and dishwasher, while a separate utility room houses the washer/dryer and table top freezer. There are two bedrooms at the other end of the property, one king-size and one twin. The bedrooms have been elegantly decorated and share a Jack-and-Jill en-suite shower room with WC. There is a further shower room with WC off the main hallway.

Outside, a pretty patio area with garden furniture gives way to an enclosed garden and lawn, perfect for summer afternoons outside with children as well as four-legged friends.  You will also find a Belfast sink outside, ideal for washing muddy boots or dirty paws.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 twin
  • 1 Jack-and-Jill shower room with WC (no bath) and 1 shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment and dishwasher
  • Washer/dryer and table top freezer in separate utility room
  • TV & DVD player
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Enclosed garden with furniture
  • Beach 14 miles, hotel with pool and gym facilities 1.5 miles, shop 2 miles and pub within walking distance
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week

Nancy Hayes

This property is personally managed by Nancy.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 35 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Kevin 10th February 2024

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A very well equipped and comfy lodge in a great location right on the edge of Dartmoor. WiFi was perfect as was the freesat TV once we got the gist of it.

Reviewed by Louise 18th November 2023

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This is a really lovely place, comfy and cosy but also a bit quirky as an old WI hall. The fittings and equipment are all top quality and everything clean and in great condition. Magical fairy lights along the beams are the final touch. It's the perfect place to return to after a long hike.

Reviewed by Sally 4th November 2023

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Go a Dog friendly Holiday Hay Tor Lodge is Ideal. The Lodge is comfortable and warm with everything you could possibly need on hand, even a state of the art Air Fryer. A excellent pub a hundred yards away, Dartmoor on the doorstep and a lovely woodland walk behind the pub in the village it couldnt be more well positioned. Our host was attentive witRead morehout being intrusive so all in all a gem of a place to stay. Hide

Reviewed by graham 7th October 2023

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Reviewed by Janet 30th September 2023

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Reviewed by Phil 23rd September 2023

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A very well equipped cottage in a super location. Cottage is very dog friendly. Lots of good walks. Looking forward to our next visit. Already been there twice.

Reviewed by Nicolette 9th September 2023

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Reviewed by Carol 2nd September 2023

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A wonderful place very dog friendly and the cottage was very clean and had everything you needed

Reviewed by Alison 5th August 2023

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Everything a holiday cottage on Dartmoor should be. I would change absolutely nothing. Even if the weather had not improved I know we would have had a perfect break.

Reviewed by kevin 1st July 2023

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There is everything you need in the property, probably the most equipped in which we have stayed anywhere Lovely place, nice garden, pub less then 5 minutes away ( good food ) and the moors 5 minute drive away

Reviewed by Linda 17th June 2023

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Reviewed by Jill 10th June 2023

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Reviewed by Mike 20th May 2023

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We had a lovely stay, and look forward to returning. Everything we needed for a perfect holiday. Haytor Vale lodge was one of the best properties we have stayed in.

Reviewed by P 15th May 2023

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An ideal location for walking on Dartmoor and the surrounding area, The most dog friendly property we have stayed in,

Reviewed by Jim 6th May 2023

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Reviewed by Caroline 22nd April 2023

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Reviewed by Carrie 1st April 2023

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Lovely stay. This is the second time we have stayed here. The location is perfect for walking on Dartmoor. It is well equipped, warm and cosy but also has a very spacious living area. Washing machine and heated airer were very handy. Two lovely pubs within walking distance. I would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Nicola 18th March 2023

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Really lovely comfortable property. Lots of walks and local places to visit. Lovely quiet location walking distance from the Haytor but not far from Newton Abbot, Torquay and Brixham. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Steve 25th February 2023

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Reviewed by Kevin 5th November 2022

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Excellent cottage, truly dog friendly not dog tolerant as a lot are.. Excellent location will be re-visiting.

Reviewed by Pauline 22nd October 2022

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The owner was very helpful with directions to the cottage and kindly gave us treats, also for our dog.

Reviewed by Frances 15th October 2022

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We found this cottage very comfy and characterful. The surrounding area is ideal for anyone with walking ability moderate and above. Most convenient and dog secure of any self catering accommodation weve ever stayed at. Cosy far beyond our expectations with no less than five radiators as well as the electric fire. The whole design is well thought oRead moreut and makes for easy and worry free living whether with dogs or not. Especially well tuned for any dog. Local pub welcoming with fine dining. Hide

Reviewed by Neil 24th September 2022

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We had a lovely week in Dartmoor and the cottage was very comfortable, clean and a lovely welcome cake etc.

Reviewed by Anthony 17th September 2022

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Easy to locate in quiet peaceful location. Property was very clean throughout and well equipped for a great holiday. Dog friendly with secure garden. Dog friendly pub close by with excellant food.

Reviewed by Diana 5th September 2022

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Reviewed by Julie 20th August 2022

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Reviewed by Debra 13th August 2022

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Really nice place , bright/airy and very spacious inside. Very comfy beds. Great that it has 2 shower rooms and a very useful drying room. Nice big entrance for shoes/walking boots/coats etc. Nice garden to sit in in the afternoon and in the morning catching the sun with a cup of tea at the little table and chairs at the front. Really great locatioRead moren! - lovely walks straight from the door. Had a couple of nice evenings at The Rock, great food and garden to sit in. We will definitely return! Hide

Reviewed by Jenny 23rd July 2022

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A lovely peaceful, tucked away location for this spacious and well appointed lodge. The sofas are very comfortable (very important after a long day sightseeing) and having a full size dining table was also great for family puzzling and games.

Reviewed by Owen 9th July 2022

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Perfect lodge, in the perfect location. Dartmoor is beautiful anytime if the year.

Reviewed by Susan 18th June 2022

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Reviewed by Kam 11th June 2022

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Haytor Lodge is really a lovely and comfortable place to stay. It is well equipped and spacious for two of us. The garden is secured for our little inquisitive Dachshund. The location for Haytor Lodge is perfect for walks in Dartmoor and we hope to be back one day.

Reviewed by Patricia 4th June 2022

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A lovely, unusual and quiet property. Its location was fantastic for exploring Dartmoor. Really well set up for dogs with a small but totally enclosed garden complete with dog poo bin. The owner had even left poo bags, treats and dog blankets. The property was very well equipped and the beds were very comfortable. We had a lovely week.

Reviewed by Phil 14th May 2022

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A wonderful place to stay. So quiet and everything one needed. Excellent walks within half a mile. Good pub and super farm shop nearby. Bovey Tracey and Ashburton well worth visiting as was Mortonhampstead. Would thoroughly recommend.

Reviewed by Jan 7th May 2022

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loved the WI hall conversion. spacious with all mod cons and an enclosed garden which was pretty. furniture was good and sofa and bed were comfortable. located in a great place. Be aware the hall is located in narrow roads that are windy with no pavements.

Reviewed by Jayne 9th April 2022

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Haytor Vale Lodge is Lovely, spacious, comfortable. Everything you could want for is provided. Beds very comfy, showers hot and powerful. Lovely location with lots of walks from the doorstep, Lovey one behind the pub. Easy drive to beaches should you want to go further afield. Would suggest if you have a car larger than a corsa you drive past the dRead moreriveway, turn round and come back to reverse in. Its very tight otherwise. Hide

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