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Kent Barn

Warm and welcoming rural holiday cottage on the edge of stunning Dartmoor.

Self-catering holiday accommodation of a high standard for those looking for the peace and quiet of a Devon retreat in the beautiful village of Mary Tavy, an old mining village famous for it's lead, tin, silver and iron ore mines. Wheal Betsy engine house, restored by the National Trust is visible as you enter the village. Mary Tavy is in a Conservation Area within the Dartmoor National Park and has easy access to the wild and beautiful Dartmoor wilderness, with the rocky outcrops of Great Staple Tor and Gibbet Hill (notable landmarks) within easy walking distance. From these there are majestic views of North Cornwall to the South and an expansive panorama of the Dartmoor North Moor. The village is also ideally suited for accessing many areas of outstanding beauty within Devon and North Cornwall with the coast less than an hour away.

Kent Barn is a converted stable block set adjacent to Kent House where the owners are close to hand to ensure your stay is comfortable and trouble free. Kent House a grade 2 listed historic building established by Captain Kent as the headquarters of his local mining enterprises. Kent Barn consists of two ground floor en-suite bedrooms, one double, and the other with twin beds. Both bathroom and shower room are fitted to luxurious standards. Towels and bedding is included. Upstairs comprises of an open plan sitting room with a log burner, exposed wooden beams and kitchen diner. The modern kitchen is fully equipped with oven, hob, dishwasher, fridge and freezer. The lounge has views to fields/ farmland and also across the wooded valley to nearby Cholwell Brook. Kent Barn also has full central heating.
Parking is available on the driveway for 2 cars.

Although Kent Barn is fully equipped for all your self-catering needs Mary Tavy boasts 2 pubs providing good food at reasonable prices and a post office/village store as well as local riding stable. There are also two further pubs with high gastronomic standards at Peter Tavy (along the N27 National Cycleway) and the "Elephants Nest" at Horndon 2 miles away

7 K East of the village you will discover the ancient Stannary Town of Tavistock believed to be the birth place of Sir Francis Drake where a range of high quality independent shops can meet your every need. The Town also boasts an extensive pannier market, arts centre/cinema, a swimming pool and bi-weekly farmers market. Various festivals are held throughout the year in the town.

Key Facts:

Suited for:

Up to 4 persons

Cost per night

USD $ 78.07 - 123.17

Size:

269 sq ft

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Rooms:

2 Bathroom, 2 Bedroom, 1 Dining-Room, 1 Kitchen, 1 Living room, 2 Toilet

Amenities:

Sleeping:

1 Baby crib, Bed linen, 1 Double bed, 2 Twin/Single bed

Cooking:

Ceramic stove top, Cooking utensils, Dining table, Dish washer, Freezer, Grill, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Tableware, Toaster

Entertainment:

DVD-Player, TV (Cable)

Sanitary:

Shower, Toilet, Tub, Washbasin

Laundry:

Iron & Board, Washing machine

Heating/Air Conditioning:

Central heating, Wood stove

Outside:

Private Terrace

Further Information:

Children welcome, Pets allowed only after arrangement, Smoking not allowed, Unsuitable for elderly or infirm

Property owner speaks following languages:

Notes

Address:

Kent Barn ,Mary Tavy
Tavistock, Devon
PL19 9PR
United Kingdom

Directions:

From the M5: Exit at junction 31 onto the A30 in the direction of Bodmin/Oakhampton. Leave the A30 at Sourton Down onto the A386 towards Tavistock. In the centre of the village of Mary Tavy Turn left into Bal Lane by the war memorial and continue for approx 1.5 K just after a thatched cottage on the left their is "road narrows" sign, followed by a five bar gate into the driveway, shared with Kent House. From Tavistock take the A 386 in the direction of Okehampton after approx 7k just past the Mary Tavy village sign their is a a pub on the RHS "Mary Tavy Inn", turn down the side of this and follow the road down a steep hill to the bottom where there is a small stone bridge over a stream you will see Kent House a white half slate hung stone building straight ahead of you. Kent Barn is behind Kent House. Follow the road left at the junction and the drive is just up the hill on your right. You may need to go past the entrance and turn around in front of the thatched cottage to access our driveway which is shared with Kent House but at a sharp angle to the road facing up the hill. PLEASE NOTE: Access to Kent Barn is via an old cobbled lane which may be slippery when wet.

Distances:

Train 21.7 Miles

Motorway 27.9 Miles

Bus 0.9 Miles

Airport 23.6 Miles

Port 21.7 Miles

Overall satisfaction:
5.0		(based on 4 Reviews)

Facilities and amenities:	4.8
Cleanliness:	5.0
Surroundings:	5.0
Convenience of Location:	4.5
Service received:	5.0

Legend:
5 = Very good
4 = Good
3 = Neutral
2 = Bad
1 = Very bad

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User Reviews:

hikingbaker from United Kingdom stayed here on 3/2012 (Guest type: Family with young children)

Overall satisfaction:

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Facilities and amenities:	:	5
Cleanliness:	:	5
Surroundings:	:	5
Convenience of Location:	:	5
Service received:	:	5

Comments:

a lovely cottage, beautifully equipped to a very high standards with lots of great little touches. Would definitely return.

jennie from United Kingdom stayed here on 4/2010 (Guest type: Guests with pets)

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Facilities and amenities:	:	4
Cleanliness:	:	5
Surroundings:	:	5
Convenience of Location:	:	4
Service received:	:	5

Comments:

What a lovely cottage, a really warm welcome and some amazing walks for me and the dogs

Charles from United Kingdom stayed here on 5/2010 (Guest type: Group)

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Facilities and amenities:	:	5
Cleanliness:	:	5
Surroundings:	:	5
Convenience of Location:	:	4
Service received:	:	5

Comments:

A lovely break in a beautiful part of Devon. Accommodation and hosts excellent.Would have no hesitation in recommending to others.

Ursula from United Kingdom stayed here on 2/2010 (Guest type: Single traveller)

Overall satisfaction:

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Detailed Rating

Facilities and amenities:	:	5
Cleanliness:	:	5
Surroundings:	:	5
Convenience of Location:	:	5
Service received:	:	5

Comments:

I had a wonderful short stay in Kent Barn, loved sitting in the peaceful Lounge with the wood burner burning away, Wonderful walks and lovely scenery, will defiantly be back. Tamsin and John were very helpful hosts.

Ursula. March 2010

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