Find My Favourite Holiday Cottages in Tavistock

Lying peacefully at the edge of Dartmoor, you will find a choice of delightful holiday cottages in Tavistock and its surrounding countryside. Located in West Devon, this lovely little town holds more than meets the eye. It is jam-packed with enough culture and activities to ensure your holiday cottage activities never run out. The cinema and theatre, 'The Wharf' is situated on ‘T‘he Meadows’ while the monthly farmers market in the Pannier Market has won many national awards.

Exterior of a two-storey Devon holiday cottage with rendered walls and a slate roof overlooking a lawn.
Sleeps
7
Bedrooms
3

Overlooking a peaceful country lane with a handful of other pretty cottages and the neighbouring parish church, this beautifully updated chocolate box detached Dartmoor holiday cottage in Mary Tavy is a 4-bedroom home from home for families, friends and family pets looking for a base in the Devon countryside to explore and unwind.

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A glimpse of a cottage wall and window peeping through a gap between bushes.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Situated on the owner’s organic farm near the historic market town of Tavistock, Devon, Rose Cocoon offers a beautiful rural holiday experience. It is a child-friendly cottage with access to a gym, spa, and swimming pool. The cottage boasts a traditional English vibe with wood panelling and antique furnishings.

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Exterior of a stone-built Dartmoor holiday cottage tucked into a fold in the surrounding Devon countryside
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Woodstone Barn: A Spacious Dartmoor Holiday Cottage for Eight in Devon

Resting on a gentle slope above the West Devon Way, Woodstone offers a serene rural retreat just one and a half miles from the majestic Dartmoor National Park. With the capacity to comfortably accommodate eight guests, Woodstone Barn is the ideal large holiday home in Devon for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

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Tavistock is is surrounded by beautiful countryside, including Dartmoor National Park. If you're planning a self-catering holiday in Tavistock, here are some ideas of things to do in this charming Devon market town:

1. Hunt for fresh local produce, crafts and antiques at Devon Pannier Market

The main attraction (the market!) is hosted on Friday, but throughout the week, specialised events are held, such as craft and antique fairs. Alternatively, take your shopping basket to the Square for Tavistock's award-winning Farmers Market. Held once. fortnight, it has been voted the Bet in England.

2. Explore Morwellham Quay

Morwellham Quay is a historic port, now a fascinating working museum located just a few miles from Tavistock. It's a great place to learn about the region's mining heritage and to take a boat trip on the River Tamar.

3. Visit Buckland Abbey

Buckland Abbey is a historic house located just a few miles from Tavistock. It was once home to Sir Francis Drake and now houses a museum and gardens.

4. Go to the beach

Tavistock lies within easy reach of the North coast of Cornwall and south coast of Devon, so there are plenty of beaches to visit. Some popular options include Bude Beach and Widemouth Bay.

5. Take a trip on the Tamar Valley Line:

The Tamar Valley Line is a scenic railway that runs between Plymouth and Gunnislake. It's a great way to experience the beautiful countryside around Tavistock.

6. Visit local pubs and restaurants.

The  Cornish Arms is regularly included in the Top 50 Gastro Pubs list or a Sunday lunch at The Blacksmiths Arms (their homemade puddings are legendary). Donellas is a Mediterranean-style bistro while The Terrace Restaurant is a great place for lunch on the terrace sipping a glass of Pimms. Of course, there are a good few tea rooms vying with each other to offer the Best Devon Cream Teas (Cream-first in Devon).