Old Berkeley

Rating
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Pets No

Reviews

Mrs Thomas
February 2019

“The overall cleanliness was very good until we pulled the duvets back on both double beds to find that one sheet had what looked like a spilt beverage and the other, either a ink stain or a bird dropping (photos available).”

I didn't think I would have to be washing a bed sheet at 9.30pm on our first night.

I didn't think I would have to be washing a bed sheet at 9.30pm on our first night. ***Owner's Response*** Thank you for taking the time to leave us some feedback. We have now replaced the sheets with new ones. We are glad you enjoyed the rest of your stay.
Mrs Howard December 2018

“This is our second Christmas holiday at this beautiful house.”

We absolutely love it. Very warm, beautifully decorated, lovely kitchen with lots of equipment and utensils. There is a lovely view out of the back. Very quiet and yet within walking distance of the town centre. Even put up a Christmas tree for us. It is in a close so very hard to turn a car around in it but managed. As mentioned last year, there was only a couple of logs for the fire and they were damp. It would be good to have a really decent supply of dry logs in the middle of winter as the log fire is a real attraction. There is no wifi here but there are the main tv stations. Little things like be good to have a couple of extra towels so one could act as a bath mat. No dishwasher tablets. Otherwise we absolutely love this house and am sure we will be back again.
Mr Broom October 2018

“Although we would return to the property as it has a nice feel to it, lovely views and nice position, we would have to comment about the freezer and washing machine being in the garage which can only be accessed using the outside garage door.”

WiFi is not supplied, however, we were aware of this, but possibly for a family using the house this would be a necessity. The exterior of the property is in need of some attention. This is our second visit and we would certainly consider returning again.
Ms Pearce September 2018

“Good location, but no wi-fi - in 2018!”

!! While we all need to spend less time on our phones, not having wi-fi is also massively inconvenient. Needs to be sorted out or they will lose business.
Mrs Norton June 2018

“A peaceful location so close to the town, idyllic.”

Comfortable accommodation with a beautiful garden, a good place for bird watching.
Mr Broom March 2018

“Property situated in a good location within a 15 minute walk to the centre of Tavistock.”

Very comfortable throughout although in places draughty due to the age of the property. Irritating that to access the large fridge/freezer and the washing machine you could only do this through the main up and over garage door, so during snow and wet weather pretty inconvenient. The freezer also had some half used food within it, which was a little off putting. The kitchen was well equipped, but had obviously not been checked, as the Cafietiere glass was cracked, and so there was no means to make proper coffee. Also the addition of a Pyrex bowl would have been useful. Very little fuel provided for the open fire - a couple of damp logs. However, even with the above comments we would return.
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

The property

On the hill above Tavistock, in a cul-de-sac with views over the town towards Dartmoors tors, a 1920s detached home.

From the private lane, gate to gravelled parking area.

At the front of the house, an enclosed, well planted garden with raised terrace (table/chairs), lawn and small pond (fenced).

Inside, the house is bright and welcoming.

Front door to good-sized hall, off which living room (open fire, TV/DVD, WIFI) with bay window looking over the garden, and door to sunroom.

Dining room with bay window.

Kitchen (dishwasher, microwave, larder fridge, gas hob/electric oven) with door to breakfast room with table/chairs for four.

Door to garage (washing machine, tumble drier, fridge-freezer).

Stairs from hall up to three bedrooms - two double, both with views over Tavistock to the moors beyond, and a pretty single.

Bathroom (shower over bath, washbasin); separate loo.

A family-friendly, comfortable house in an excellent location for town and moorland exploration. Tavistock: fine ancient town on the River Tavy on the edge of Dartmoor, evolving around an abbey founded in 974, and Sir Francis Drakes home town.

Lots of interesting shops, pannier/farmers markets, pubs, restaurants, wharfside theatre (also films/live music), leisure centre.

Golf, 1½ miles; horse riding and cycling routes within a few miles.

Nat.

Trust places (Cotehele, Buckland Abbey, Lydford Gorge, Saltram House) nearby.

Plymouth, 9 miles.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x single. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin. Upstairs WC with basin. Downstairs sitting room with open fire. Sunroom. Kitchen. Breakfast room seating four. Hall.

Amenities

Central heating, electric fires with open fire
Microwave, fridge, fridge-freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WIFI, Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for three cars
Enclosed garden
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Pub less than 1 mile from property.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

TAVISTOCK

Plymouth 17 miles; Okehampton 8 miles.

A delightful award-winning market town, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on the River Tavy, nestling in the south-west slopes of Dartmoor. Tavistock has an indoor pannier market, a diverse range of independent shops, an excellent choice of pubs, bistros, restaurants, a theatre and a cinema, as well as a leisure pool. This is the perfect destination for country lovers who enjoy the convenience of an interesting town on the doorstep. There is excellent walking on Dartmoor, cycling on The National Cycle Network no. 27, renowned game fishing, gardens of distinction and various National Trust properties nearby. Within easy reach is the maritime city of Plymouth, with its Barbican Quay and the Historic Royal William Yard. Torbay, the Eden Project and the sandy surfing beaches of Devon and North Cornwall are all within an hour’s drive and provide activities to keep all the family happy. Tavistock is a wonderful all-year-round holiday destination.

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Reviews

“The overall cleanliness was very good until we pulled the duvets back on both double beds to find that one sheet had what looked like a spilt beverage and the other, either a ink stain or a bird dropping (photos available).”

“This is our second Christmas holiday at this beautiful house.”

“Although we would return to the property as it has a nice feel to it, lovely views and nice position, we would have to comment about the freezer and washing machine being in the garage which can only be accessed using the outside garage door.”

“Good location, but no wi-fi - in 2018!”

“A peaceful location so close to the town, idyllic.”