Dartmoor holiday cottages and B&B Accommodation.

The Dartmoor national park is an area of moorland in the centre of the Devon. The area has a magical beauty and abounds with myths and legends. It is reputedly the haunt of pixies, a headless horseman, a mysterious pack of 'spectral hounds', and a large black dog. During the Great Thunderstorm of 1638, Dartmoor was even said to have been visited by the Devil.

Many landmarks have ancient legends and ghost stories associated with them, such as Jay's Grave, the ancient burial site at Childe's Tomb, and a rock pile called Bowerman's Nose.

A few stories have emerged in recent decades, such as the 'hairy hands', that are said to attack travellers on the B3212 near Two Bridges.

Dartmoor has also inspired a number of artists and writers, such as Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in The Hound of the Baskervilles, Eden Phillpotts, Beatrice Chase, Agatha Christie and the Reverend Sabine Baring-Gould.

Places to stay around Dartmoor

In the North of Dartmoor lies Okehampton. It provides a good range of shops and facilities for visitors, and is an excellent base for exploring the area. Chagford in the north-east provides a picturesque village setting but with a great range of local shops and restaurants. To the west lies Tavistock, and there are many other villages in and around the moor, including Bovey Tracy, Moretonhampstead, and Widecombe-in-the-Moor.

Walking around Dartmoor

There are almost 450 miles of footpaths and bridleways on Dartmoor, and although much of the moor is in private ownership the “right to roam” has been in existence on the Moor since 1985. It provides the full range of walking from leisurely strolls to punishing route marches up and over the “tors” large hills topped with granite bedrock. These form the basis for the annual Ten Tors Challenge. The highest point on Dartmoor is High Willhays, at 621m.

Things to do around Dartmoor

As well as walking, Dartmoor is also a popular venue for other outdoor pursuits, from fishing to kayaking and canoeing. There are also many other places to see and things to do in and around Dartmoor, including Castle Drogo, in Drewsteignton. There are also many great places to eat the drink, such as the Warren House Inn, the highest inn in south west England, and Blacks Deli, in Chagford.

For more information on Dartmoor please visit the Dartmoor National Park site

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Black Delicatessen, in Chagford. Offers a Delicious range of home-cooked, locally sourced, organic and international food and drink to suit every occasion and need. They will happily prepare a hamper or food for your self-catering holiday in Devon. Please see their website for more details. Please click the link for more information on Blacks Delicatessen, wholesome and organic food in Dartmoor.

Large Luxury Self Catering House South Devon

Gara Mill Large Pet Friendly Self Catering House South Devon. Former mill situated in quiet valley in two acres of private land. Large self catering luxury six bedroom house near Totnes and Dartmoor. Has large games room and outside garden furniture and BBQ. Ideal for families or large groups. Dogs Welcome. Sleeps 12.

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Large Luxury Self Catering House With Pool South Devon

Blue Gates Large Luxury Self Catering House With Swimming Pool South Devon. Blue gates is a large luxurious detached self catering villa. Set in large private gardens with a outdoor heated swimming pool and snooker room. Decking/patio area with BBQ. Situated on edge of the Dartmoor National park and 5 miles from Plymouth. 7 Bedrooms. Sleeps 12.

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Knole Farm, near Okehampton offers very high quality B&Bs on a working farm, on the edge of Dartmoor. There are four fabulous ensuite rooms available. Dogs welcome. Self-catering cottage and campsite also available.

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Moorland View Luxury Holiday Cottage in North Bovey Dartmoor Devon. A romantic, two-bedroom, boutique, thatched holiday cottage in a beautiful 13th century hamlet in the hills of Dartmoor National Park, Devon. Great for lovebirds, walkers and foodies. 3, 4 & 7 night stays. Sleeps 4.

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Ilsington Country House Hotel Luxury Dartmoor Hotel. The Ilsington Country House Hotel in Dartmoor in Devon is a family-run hotel offering excellent facilities including award winning restaurant (2 AA rosettes)indoor heated swimming pool with spa bath, sauna, steam room and large gym.

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