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  • A garden with a wooden cottage and outdoor seating at Yar Tor in Tavistock
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Yar Tor

(Ref. 1209404)

Tavistock, Dartmoor National Park Show on map

Sykes rating

  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 0 Bathroom

  • Pets: No

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Broadband / WiFi

Summary

  • Single-storey
  • Studio-style living space with double bed, kitchenette, dining area, and sitting area
  • Cloakroom with basin, heated towel rail, and WC
  • Communal shower block
  • Microwave, fridge
  • TV
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen inc. in rent
  • On-site parking
  • Garden with patio, furniture, and barbecue
  • No Pets allowed
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 3.1 miles, pub 2.4 miles
  • Note: Please bring your own towels and tea towels
  • Note: Please do not leave your pets unattended in the pods
  • Note: WiFi is available at an additional cost
  • Note: On-site children's playground, restaurant, shop, and bar
  • Note: Baguettes, croissants, and pain au chocolate can be ordered daily for next-day delivery

The property

Yar Tor is a charming pod resting in Tavistock, Devon, with studio-style living, on-site parking, a private patio, and easy access to the landscapes of Dartmoor National Park.

Set within the mature grounds of Langstone Manor Holiday Park, this single-storey pod offers a simple yet characterful retreat for two guests looking to spend their days exploring moorland, coast, and countryside.

Step inside and the wood-panelled interior gives the space a rustic feel, with everything arranged in one open studio-style layout.

The double bed sits alongside a sitting area with an L-shaped sofa, creating an easy place to unwind after a day on the moors.

The kitchenette includes a microwave and fridge, while the dining table for two offers a pleasant spot for breakfast before setting out.

A cloakroom with basin, heated towel rail, and WC adds convenience, with a communal shower block just a short walk away.

Outside, the patio invites slow mornings and open-air meals, with furniture and a built-in barbecue ready for warmer evenings beneath Devon skies.

Beyond the pod, the holiday park has a restaurant in the manor house, along with a shop, bar, and children’s playground, while Tavistock offers a lively market-town setting with a swimming pool, waterslides, and cinema.

Dartmoor National Park sits close by for walking routes, open moorland scenery, and days spent discovering the region’s rugged character.

Further afield, the North and South Devon and Cornwall coasts bring sandy beaches, rock pools, fishing harbours, and spectacular coastal walks into reach for memorable day trips.

Whether you are following moorland paths or planning a coast-bound adventure, Yar Tor makes a characterful base in Devon.

Note: This property can be booked with refs. 1209404, 1209407, 1209408, 1209409, 1209411, and 1209412, together sleeping up to 12 guests.

Moortown Pods

Moortown Pods enjoy a wonderful position on the south-west edge of Dartmoor National Park, set within the attractive grounds of Langstone Manor Holiday Park near Tavistock. Nestled within a sheltered wooded valley, the collection offers a welcoming retreat for couples seeking to explore the landscapes of Devon and Cornwall. Surrounded by mature greenery and traditional hedging, the pods provide a sense of seclusion while remaining close to the park’s excellent facilities. Each single-storey pod features a rustic wood-panelled interior with an open-plan studio-style layout, including a double bed, sitting area, dining space, kitchenette, and access to a communal shower block. Outside, every pod benefits from its own patio area with outdoor furniture and a barbecue, creating an inviting setting for dining beneath the open sky after a day of adventure. Guests can enjoy the facilities available on site, including a restaurant serving evening meals in the manor house, a bar, shop, and children's playground. Perfectly placed for discovering the South West, the pods sit just a short journey from the vibrant market town of Tavistock, where attractions include a swimming pool, waterslides, cinema, and historic town centre. Beyond Tavistock, Dartmoor National Park offers dramatic tors, open moorland, and scenic walking routes, while nearby locations such as Lydford, Yelverton, and Princetown provide gateways to some of the area's most fascinating landscapes and heritage attractions. Further afield, Plymouth makes for an excellent day out, with highlights including Plymouth Hoe, the National Marine Aquarium, and The Box. The coasts of Devon and Cornwall are also within reach, offering sandy beaches, rock pools, fishing harbours, and spectacular coastal walks. Available to book individually or together, Moortown Pods provide flexible accommodation for couples looking to experience the natural beauty and varied attractions of this remarkable corner of Devon.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

Where you’ll be staying

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TAVISTOCK

Plymouth 17 miles; Okehampton 8 miles.

A delightful award-winning market town, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on the River Tavy, nestling in the south-west slopes of Dartmoor. Tavistock has an indoor pannier market, a diverse range of independent shops, an excellent choice of pubs, bistros, restaurants, a theatre and a cinema, as well as a leisure pool. This is the perfect destination for country lovers who enjoy the convenience of an interesting town on the doorstep. There is excellent walking on Dartmoor, cycling on The National Cycle Network no. 27, renowned game fishing, gardens of distinction and various National Trust properties nearby. Within easy reach is the maritime city of Plymouth, with its Barbican Quay, Historic Royal William Yard and the fascinating museum, The Box, showcasing history, art and hosting an archive for Plymouth and the South West. Torbay, the Eden Project and the sandy surfing beaches of Devon and North Cornwall are all within an hour’s drive and provide activities to keep all the family happy. Tavistock is a wonderful all-year-round holiday destination.

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