Welcome To Chagford, Dartmoor

Situated in the ancient stannary town of Chagford on the eastern slopes of Dartmoor Forest, are 3 holiday bungalows for you to choose from. Sleeping from two to six, each has a private garden and parking, each a superb base from which to explore Devon.
Available throughout the year, short breaks and long weekends are available during the autumn and winter months (often when Dartmoor is at its most beautiful).
From the Old Stables with its own swimming pool, to Padley in an acre of its own grounds, to Lookover, the ideal family bungalow, you can be sure of a holiday home of the highest standard for a memorable holiday.

"Padley Hey"

Padley Hey is an imposing newly refurbished four bedroomed bungalow standing in one acre of its own grounds overlooking the eastern slopes of Dartmoor. Approached by a gravelled drive, Padley is on of Chagford’s finest bungalows. From the living room with uninterrupted views across Meldon hill and Kestor, to its master bedroom and en-suite bathroom, Padley is a holiday home for those with exacting tastes.
The kitchen is exceptional, boasting an aga as well as a gas hob, dishwasher and washing machine. Upstairs is a further double bedroom with a four-poster bed, together with another single room and bathroom.
The extensive garden area is fully enclosed and private, for those summer barbecues, the children playing or simply relaxing.
A level walk runs almost to the centre of Chagford, yet Padley remains secluded and peaceful; an ideal location for your holiday!

"Lookover"

“Lookover” is the ideal bungalow for a small family, sleeping four / five. Set in its own gardens with an integral garage and private parking, it has views across the slopes of Kestor and Cawsand Beacon.
The accommodation consists of two fitted bedrooms downstairs (one twin and one single), together with a double bed loft conversion. There is a fully fitted kitchen with dishwasher, bathroom suite and lounge-diner. With gas central heating throughout, bed-linen provided and a free weekly cleaning service if required, “Lookover” is an ideal base from which to explore Dartmoor throughout the year.
Although approached along a private drive, there is a level walk of two hundred metres to the centre of the village. Despite this proximity, “Lookover” remains private and quiet for those wishing to escape the vagaries of every day life!

"The Old Stables”

The Old Stables is a sympathetically restored stable block in a secluded position within the village. With its own outdoor heated swimming pool (in season), extensive views across the surrounding countryside and superb accommodation, The Old Stables offers exceptional value for money for your holiday.
The large lounge opens out onto the patio and swimming pool, also overlooked by the dining room and en-suite master bedroom. An entrance hall leads to the fully fitted kitchen (with an aga, dishwasher and washing machine) and to the twin bedroom with en-suite shower.
Comfortably sleeping four, “The Old Stables” is an ideal combination for an active holiday or merely relaxing and taking in the local attractions.
We kindly ask for the careful supervision of children around the swimming pool at all times.

About Dartmoor

Dartmoor is the largest area of wilderness in the south-west of England. Measuring 23 miles from north to south and 20 miles across, Dartmoor is a bleak and desolate granite plateau from which arise the rocky outcrops or Tors. High Willays and Yes Tor on the northern moor are the highest points at 2,039 feet & 2,028 feet.
A royal forest in Saxon times, the castle, manor and forest of Dartmoor were granted by King Henry VIII to his brother Richard, earl of Cornwall in 1337, since when it has belonged to the Duchy of Cornwall.
In 1951, the moors and its fringes were designated a national park, covering 365 square miles. Eight rivers arise from the wet uplands, the river Teign arising above and flowing through Chagford.
Heather is the chief vegetation, although grazing does support wild ponies, sheep and cattle. The main industry is however tourism, with quarrying the only other major activity.
Dartmoor is also famous for its prison. Built in 1802 to house prisoners from the Napoleonic Wars, from 1850 until recently it was England's chief confinement centre for serious offenders. The town of Princetown founded in 1806, grew around the prison to support the prison officers and their families.
The moors are also rich in history, from Neolithic settlements at Grimspound and Kestor, to the druidic site of Grey Weathers below Sittaford Tor, to the abandoned mine workings at The Warren and Haytor.

More about Chagford and the surrounding area

Places To Visit

Widecombe-in-the-moor
Buckland-in-the-moor
Postbridge
Grimspound
Becky Falls
Castle Drogo
Fingle Bridge
Dartmeet and Hexworthy
Buckfast Abbey

Local Towns
Exeter. Cathedral city and administrative centre of Devon
Torquay. Heart of The English Riviera - many fine restaurants
Plymouth. Historic naval town and large commercial centre
Barnstaple. Gateway to the beautiful North Devon Coast

Local Activities
Salmon and brown trout fishing, river Teign
Rainbow trout fishing, Kennick reservoir
Walking & mountain biking (Teign Valley and Dartmoor)
Football and Cricket, Chagford Recreational Ground
Tennis (all weather courts in the village)