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Buster Barn

2 Guests
1 Bed
1 Bathroom
Pet Friendly

Description

In Sampford Spiney, peacefully at the end of a private drive off narrow, winding moorland lanes, a detached single-storey cottage converted from a sturdy granite barn, surrounded by an enclosed courtyard (table/chairs, barbecue) with pond (netted), over which a bridge (handrail) leads to gently sloping hillside garden and arbour with spectacular long views to a panorama of tors. To one side, the friendly owners' home and a resident neighbouring cottage, all bordered by horse-grazed fields through which you can wander. Lane walk to the open moor: Crip Tor and Ingra Tor, around ¾ mile. From parking area, gravelled pathway to 7 big uneven granite steps (alternative level access via gravelled courtyard) up to front door (5'5" lintel); spacious beamed open-plan living/dining/oak fitted kitchen (washer-drier, microwave, fridge-freezer, gas hob/electric oven) with armchairs and sofa bed (converts to double bed for alternative sleeping), TV/DVD, iPod dock, table/chairs for 4 and glazed double doors to courtyard. King-size bedroom with en suite bathroom (suite with separate shower). Spring water. The best of both worlds here: scenic and secluded, yet close to interesting moorland towns.

Sampford Spiney: hamlet (church, cottages, scattered farms) in the River Walkham valley on the scenic western slopes of Dartmoor. Dousland (pub, PO), 3 miles; Yelverton (shops, pub, golf), 4; Tavistock (interesting shops, markets, pubs, restaurants, wharfside theatre), 6. Plymouth and south coast, 13 miles.


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Everything you'll need

  • Wifi
  • Baby Friendly
  • Garden / Patio
  • Ground Floor Accommodation
  • National Park

What guests are saying

5.0
Based on 166 reviews
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Buster Barn was cosy and warm, and ideal for a couple with a dog (like us).

In lovely grounds and perfect for walks directly up onto Dartmoor. The hosts were very welcoming and friendly, as was their dog Winston. The location is not for nervous drivers as the lanes are extremely narrow, and the nearest shops are in Yelverton or Tavistock. But the location is well worth the effort.

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PeterOct 2026

Buster barn was located in a stunning setting surrounded by beautiful countryside.

The barn was warm, comfortable and very well equipped. The owners of the property were extremely helpful and friendly, and also made us feel very welcome. It was very dog friendly with a wonderful secure garden in addition to a huge field behind the barn for our two border collies to chase around in. A lovely woodland walk was about 5 minutes walk away and the surrounding area had a whole range of places to visit and explore.

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JmOct 2026

If you want a secluded getaway then this is it.

We had a lovely time at Buster Barn and the dogs loved it too. Sally and Monty were great hosts were very accommodating. Great walking, pubs and a superb butcher in Yelverton. Enjoy!!!

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JamesOct 2026

Good to know

House Rules

  • Good housekeeping bond

    This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100

  • Smoking

    Not permitted

  • Property notes

    Note: Friday change over day only

    Note:From the parking area, a gravelled pathway to 5 big uneven granite steps into the property (alternative level access via gravelled courtyard). This is not suitable for anyone who should have mobility issues.

Stay Information

  • Check-in / Check-out

    15:00 / 10:00

  • Property ref

    975739

  • Parking

    Off Road Parking

Guest & Pet Policy

  • Pets

    Allowed

  • Children

    Children and infants welcome

  • Accessibility

    Ground floor

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