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Character Barn, National Park Private courtyard, peaceful, log burner sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Moretonhampstead, Devon
  • Place, Dartmoor National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Arts & Craft Chapel
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Exeter
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Character Barn, National Park Private courtyard, peaceful, log burner sleeps 4

The Cowshed is quality accommodation, quirky yet spacious, a 15-20 minute walk to a range of local amenities including a small supermarket, deli, bakers, butchers, chemist, Post Office, cafes, & good pubs. There are lovely country views from the property both to the front and rear. There are pine floors throughout. Downstairs there is a large open plan living area with a log-burner and a fitted kitchen, fully tiled wet room with heated floor, large sunny, private courtyard with side entrance door. Upstairs is the open plan bedroom, with kingsize bed, original beamed vaulted ceiling, sitting area (sofa bed) and balcony with seating perfect for breakfast and evening drinks, watching the sun go down.
This large room has lovely views; Juliet balcony to the front and and patio doors to the rear, opening onto a decked balcony with glass panels and stainless steel handrails, overlooking the walled courtyard garden. The garden has outside furniture, chiminea, a water feature and garden art. Nearby, Bovey Castle in a magnificent setting, has excellent golf, fine dining and bistro. National Trust Castle Drogo is a few miles away and many other attractions and beauty spots are within easy travelling distance. Dartmoor has so much to offer, rugged tors and beautiful landscapes, quaint villages and river walks. There are the famous Dartmoor ponies and Highland cattle grazing with sheep on the open moor, many good pubs as you tour around and tea rooms so you can experience the Devon Cream Tea! You will never tire of the scenery, sunsets and peaceful locations, visitors often return again and again and find new treasures each time. We welcome short breaks and can be flexible with changeover day, depending on other bookings.
We do not allow dogs in the property, and is a non-smoking property. We are happy to offer short breaks in low and mid seasons, some periods with NHS discount please enquire.
Outside:
The Cowshed has its own private walled garden, decked throughout with planters and bed of hostas surrounding the water feature. Wall art and chiminea for autumn evenings, table and chairs and sunloungers for lazy days. The courtyard is an incredibly sunny spot and enjoys sun into the early evening. The last of the sun can be accessed from the first floor balcony for an evening drink or al fresco meal. There is ample parking on the main driveway and from the bedroom to the front of the property you have lovely country views and can watch our hens and ducks enjoying Sloncombe life. Occasionally you can see deer and other wildlife in the paddock opposite. We are surrounded by fields and farm land in a small hamlet, a truly peaceful place yet not far from the village for essentials. There are walks directly from the property if you choose to leave the car at The Cowshed for a change. Another Devon property is Morocco House, we also have Cornwall cottages. moortoseacottages
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Arts & Craft Chapel. Features include laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Arts & Craft Chapel and 11 minutes from Dartmoor National Park
As a guest of Character Barn, National Park Private courtyard, peaceful, log burner sleeps 4, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a river
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Character Barn, National Park Private courtyard, peaceful, log burner sleeps 4 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming and helpful, The Cowshed was a delight and very comfortable and well equipped
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal place to unwind. Very quiet and peaceful with good restaurants close by. The Cowshed is comfortable and well equipped and our host was very welcoming and happy to assist with any queries.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our mini winter break at the Cowshed! Wendy and Mark welcomed us warmly on arrival and ensured that we settled in smoothly. The location of the Cowshed is perfect - pretty and peaceful, and within easy reach of a multitude of spectacular walks. We loved warming up in front of the cosy fire at the end of each day, and we all slept soundly in the comfortable beds. The underfloor heating in the wet room is pure luxury!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beatuiful Home

Amazing House that makes for a very cozy stay on Dartmoor. Great hospitality by the hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect hide away

An amazing, high standard property with everything you could need.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful stay in Dartmoor

Had a lovely few days in this beautiful barn. It was a home from home and had everything i needed. The upstairs room is wonderful for enjoying the scenery and relaxing! Wendy was fabulously helpful in providing directions and i'd gladly comeback!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very peaceful place. Everything one could need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lindsey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property

Very nice property. Probably not the best time of year to visit Devon, (very wet).Host very accommodating and accessible.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GWYNETH T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

peaceful weekend

The Cowshed is a perfect place to stay .Wendy and Mark were there to meet us and were very helpful. the property was perfect and the courtyard garden was lovely. I would highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb accommodation.

Superb accommodation. Great hosts. Wonderful location. Weather .. could have been slightly less damp!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home on beautiful farm property

Great hosts, beautiful setting. Good location to explore Dartmoor. Comfortable well-equipped home.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short break

Absolutely stunning location very peaceful & a beautiful property! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan L.

Peaceful and spacious

Great location centrally located in Dartmoor. Close to Moretonhampstead for the pubs and restaurants. Big enough for a family to have a relaxing getaway. Wendy and Mark are great hosts and really look after their property well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful break

A little jewel of a holiday home - wondefully refurbished. Beautiful, quiet surroundings and very friendly owners. We felt at home at once! Our teenage girls just loved feeding the ducks...
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fam. W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Cowshed

Loveley decorated holiday home with a terrace. Wendy and Mark are very attentive landlords. The holiday home is the ideal place to explore Dartmoor. Thank you, Family Wilke from Germany
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful character barn

Really lovely and attentive hosts who were happy to give advice on the local area. Wendy gave our son the opportunity to feed the ducks, which he loved. Really lovely barn…the log fire was so cosy. The kitchen had everything we needed and we loved the open plan space. It was peaceful and not to far away from day trips out. We loved the area and would definitely look to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ernest R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Devon hideaway

Apart from a problem with the oven not working which the owners did everything possible to try and remedy, the property was perfect for the quiet weekend we’d planned.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maurice S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Dartmoor Gem

Lovely property in a wonderful setting with very helpful and friendly hosts Wendy & Mark The accommodation was as described on the website and offered all our requirements and a great location for exploring Dartmoor and it’s village. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cowshed Moretonhampstead 2-9th Sept2022

My wife and I can fully recommend the Cowshed It is in an ideal location in private and secure grounds The property does not lack anything that is needed for a comfortable stay The communication prior to our stay was informative and Wendy and Mark are wonderful hosts
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant Stay in Dartmoor

Really nice owners, in a really relaxing atmosphere of Dartmoor. We enjoyed it to stay there in the fully equipped old cowshed, modern furniture included. Space was for the four of us more than enough. The position was perfect to get within not a lot of time by car anywhere else in Dartmoor. If we will return to Dartmoor, for sure there again
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and peaceful.

The Cowshed has been tastefully restored by Mark and Wendy and the roaring fire a welcome greeting on our arrival. A cosy retreat to return to after a day exploring the beautiful changing colours of autumnal Dartmoor. Mark and Wendy were very helpful and guided us in our choice of both areas to visit, as well as places to eat. A lovely break.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and relaxing

Had a lovely long weekend at the cowshed during a fabulous heatwave. So peaceful and relaxing sitting on the decking in the sunshine. The owners were very helpful when we needed to contact them. Great location for exploring Dartmoor. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!

We loved the Cowshed. It's roomy, yet cozy. The decor is lovely. Wendy is a great host. She provided concise directions and gave great recommendations for sites to see and places to eat. We had everthing we needed! We were always happy to get back to our home away from home. Five stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Cowshed

The Cowshed is an exceptionally well-converted and furnished, with everything that you need for a comfortable stay. Communication with the owners was easy and we had everything that we needed in the property. We especially enjoyed the balcony and the very spacious bedroom. It is in a beautiful part of Devon, on the edge of Dartmoor but close to the small town of Moretonhampstead and the village of Chagford.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PREETHA G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, luxurious cottage in stunning surrounds

We had an absolutely amazing time. The cottage was beautiful - well-appointed, equipped with all modern amenities including a well-stocked kitchen. Very spacious and full of light, great outdoor space too. The location was also excellent- close to lots of stunning walks and scenic routes, as well as a walk away from shops, restaurants and bus stops. The hosts Wendy and husband were so kind, welcoming and hospitable, sharing many helpful tips with us about the surrounding area. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022