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The Retreat At Waytown

Inwardleigh, near Okehampton, Devon
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Working farm
Open fire / wood burner
Decorated for Christmas
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Set within a beautiful 342 acre working rare sheep and cattle farm for a perfect rural retreat
  • Set within a walkers paradise, on the outskirts of Dartmoor National Park
  • Nestled in rural countryside location with beautiful views across the fields
Property code: OC-WAYTO

Set within a beautiful 42-acre working farm, this peaceful cottage provides a perfect rural retreat for a family of four, or for a couple looking for a tranquil and restful break in the spectacular Devon countryside. Close to the border with Cornwall, you will also be a short distance from the stunning Cornish coast. Ideally situated for visiting the stunning Dartmoor National Park (5 miles), and with beautiful views across the surrounding fields, this light, inviting and spacious property makes an ideal holiday home.

Comfortable and tastefully decorated, the cottage features a cosy open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner with an open fire and two comfortable bedrooms. Stepping outside, you can relax and enjoy a BBQ in the garden. There’s a sand-pit for children and guests are also welcome - by arrangement with the owners - to visit the working farm and meet the animals, including pedigree South Devon cattle and rare Whiteface Dartmoor sheep. Lambing and calving take place from February to May so there could be new arrivals to meet.

Dartmoor National Park offers miles of wonderful walks with beautiful scenery, or you could explore the Tamar Valley (26 miles) and Bodmin Moor (28 miles). Among many local attractions are the ruins of Okehampton Castle (4 miles), Lydford Gorge (12 miles), Roadford Lake (18 miles) and the War Horse Valley Country Farm Park (9 miles). Nearby towns include Okehampton (4 miles) and Tavistock (17 miles), both offering a range of independent shops, restaurants and pubs. Heading over to the coast, you can visit the popular seaside resorts of Bude (26 miles) and Westward Ho! (28 miles).

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double and 1 family room with a double and single bed
  • 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • Electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher
  • Washing machine/dryer
  • TV/DVD and hi-fi, and an additional set in the double bedroom
  • Open fire
  • This is a no smoking property
  • Ample off-road parking
  • BBQ
  • Children’s sandpit
  • Cot and highchair available
  • Storage for bicycles available
  • Please Note- As this property is an annexe, it features two locked internal doors leading to the owners main house. However no-one is directly the other side of this and these doors are permanently secured.
  • Access to the A30
  • 4 miles away Shops and pubs 4 miles, beach 50 minute drive War Horse Valley museum 5 miles and Okehampton Castle 3 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Carly Hookway

This property is personally managed by Carly.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

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Reviewed by Kathryn 13th July 2026

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Very comfortable cottage. Quiet and lovely views . Owners friendly and on hand if required.Would recommend.

Reviewed by Jakob 10th April 2026

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We had a wonderful time at The Retreat. It was clean, well-equipped with books, games and kitchen essentials. We found it comfortable for four guests; the beds were particularly comfy. While remote, it was easy to get into nearby Okehampton by car, where there are plenty of shops and a cinema. Some wonderful hikes can be started there, or somewhereRead more a little further afield such as Meldon. We particularly enjoyed the welcome scones, kicking the ball around, reading and observing the sheep in the garden. Would recommend for anyone looking for a quiet stay with easy access to Dartmoor National Park! Hide

Reviewed by Louise 5th December 2025

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A really lovely cottage. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need. Great WiFi signal and clear welcome instructions left on the table. We didnt explore the area much as we came for a winter get away and spent most of the weekend by the open fire enjoying the rain outside the window! A really quiet location surrounded by fields and loveRead morely sheep. Access to logs for the fire was easy. Okehampton only a few moments down the road in the car with 4 supermarkets for convenience. Hide

Reviewed by Fiona 17th November 2025

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A lovely, cosy cottage, we explored all over South Devon, walking on Dartmoor, beaches around Torquay, Buckfast Abbey and Salcombe

Reviewed by Harinder 9th August 2025

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Comfortable and clean accommodation. Very helpful hosts. Location is great within 1hr of a number of National Trust properties and 25 minutes to Dartmoor National Park. Also served well by Waitrose Supermarket in Okehampton.

Reviewed by Peter 5th July 2025

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Reviewed by Rebecca 1st May 2025

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This location was great for us. We had a great stay and spend so much time enjoying all that Dartmour has to offer.

Reviewed by Helen 26th April 2025

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Reviewed by Andy 26th October 2024

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By far the nicest cottage we have stayed in over the years. Spotlessly clean, warm and cosy. Lots to see and do locally and further afield - Lands End is 1hr 50 mins away so a fab day out. Hosts fab and lovely Devon cream tea waiting for us. Highly recommended if you like staying on a farm, which we do.

Reviewed by Jean 21st September 2024

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Reviewed by Michael 14th September 2024

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I can't recommend this place enough. Perfectly located a few miles NW of Okehampton, but with just the noise of cows, sheep and birds to disturb the silence. Lovely owner, lots of room to park and easy to find. Just perfect!

Reviewed by John 7th September 2024

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Reviewed by Nashat 23rd July 2024

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Lovely cottage with wood burner. Great location to get around Devon and even Cornwall. Very welcoming hosts. Had a great time.

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Marsdens Devon Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.