Large conservatory/porch with seating, leaded windows and plenty of room for boots and coats. Utility room with microwave, freezer and washing machine. Kitchen with ceramic hob, built-under electric oven, integrated fridge with small freezer compartment, dishwasher, microwave, dining table for 4 and multi-fuel burner. Spacious and comfortable sitting room with stone hearth and open fire, two sofas, chairs, dining table to seat 5, Echo Dot Smart Speaker with Alexa, Smart TV with Freesat and DVD player.
Upstairs: Master bedroom with 5ft king-size bed and wash hand basin. Twin bedroom with 3ft beds. Single bedroom with 3ft bed. Bathroom with a walk-in shower, basin, WC and heated towel rail.
Moorlands Cottage is tucked on the side of a beautiful valley that dips down through ten acres to a stunning moorland lake, bordered by the River Taw and set within Dartmoor National Park in the very heart of Devon. This is wonderful walking country amongst some of the grandest tors on Dartmoor where High Willhays (the highest point in southern England) can be reached in a morning’s walk from the front door. Cranmere Pool, a prime goal for many walkers is where Dartmoor’s oldest letterbox is found.
Moorlands is a well-equipped, comfortable, detached stone cottage with an open fire and is an ideal base to return to after a day spent walking, letterboxing and exploring Dartmoor or the West Country. This very peaceful spot is a 5 minute stroll into the picturesque village of Belstone with its fine local pub/restaurant, ancient village stocks, medieval church, riding stables and is only 2 miles from the A30 giving easy access to Cornwall and the whole of the West Country. A perfect retreat for a holiday, whatever the time of year.
Please note Moorlands Cottage is just 50 yards away from Moorlands Barn should you wish to book them together.
"Absolutely wonderful cottage and location, felt at home the moment we walked through the door." The Tyles.
A cobbled courtyard immediately outside the cottage has garden furniture and extends out to a small fenced garden leading to ten acres of private moorland that descend down to the river and lake. The 10 acres of grounds (occasionally shared by the owners) are a wildlife haven and are available for visitors to explore and enjoy.
Sitting on the northern boundary of Dartmoor National Park, Belstone is a small rural village that is extremely well located for exploring the nearby rugged moorland, as well as the stunning countryside of North Devon. Keen walkers will find that Belstone is a great base due to the many trails and walks available from the village.
The Tors Inn, in Belstone, is a highly regarded pub and restaurant serving good food and drink. The village is also renowned for its ancient stocks, medieval church and riding stables, and is only 2 miles from the A30 which offers easy access into Cornwall and the rest of the West Country.
The nearby town of Okehampton is home to some interesting shops, good pubs and restaurants and an outdoor activities centre. Okehampton is also the place to find the Dartmoor Railway, a unique dining experience where you can enjoy fine dining or afternoon tea while taking in the stunning local scenery by train.
Lydford Gorge National Trust is just a 20-minute drive away, and home to a spectacular river, woodland, and the deepest gorge in the South West with a 30 metre waterfall. The cathedral city of Exeter is a 30-minute drive in the other direction, offering excellent shopping and dining, and the underground passages that make for a fascinating all-weather activity.
High Willhays, the highest point on Dartmoor, is an easy morning walk from Belstone, and the area is well-known for letterboxing – where you search the many tors and ancient dwellings for small boxes containing a stamp and a visitor’s book to record your discovery. Cranmere Pool, where the oldest known letterbox (dating back to 1854) can be found, is a 6-mile walk from the village, so pack some sandwiches and a compass and get out exploring!
A holiday cottage in Belstone provides a tranquil base from which to explore the wild beauty of Dartmoor and picturesque North Devon countryside.
Parking for one car alongside the cottage with additional on street parking (first come, first served) available a two-minute walk away.
A secure garage opposite the drive can be made available on request should parking for a second car be needed.
Included: Bed linen, towels (guests must provide their own beach towels), WiFi, travel cot, high chair, initial basket of logs, electricity and central heating (fully carbon neutral biomass boiler system powered by wood pellets).
Pets: Welcome. Care needs to be taken on the moor during the lambing and nesting season. Pet Charge: £30.00 per pet per week.
Telephone: Provided with honesty box. Mobile reception mixed.
Local Facilities: Village pub quarter mile. Garage shop 2 miles. Shops, pubs and restaurants in Okehampton, 3.4 miles. North Devon coastal beaches from 30 miles. Exeter 23 miles.
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