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Heron Lake Barn

Tavistock, Devon
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 4
4 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Hot Tub
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Enjoy the secluded patio area with magnificent lake views from the private hot tub
  • A fabulous family retreat nestling on the outskirts of Tavistock and Dartmoor National Park
  • Situated within Tavistock Trout Fishery, great for fishing enthusiasts 
Property code: OC-54302

This delightful barn conversion is set on the owner’s land amidst stunning Devon countryside, a mile north-west of the market town of Tavistock. Both the perfect retreat for friends and family and great base for exploring Dartmoor and Devon, you’ll be sitting pretty in this woodland hideaway. The fine local pub is a short stroll, and there’s a host of other lovely independent shops and eateries in town. There’s plenty to do nearby, such as the Wheal Betsy Tin Mine (4 miles), Merrivale Stones and Prehistoric Settlement (6 miles) and Buckland Abbey (8 miles). Try a spot of fishing at the on-site Tavistock Trout Fishery.

The barn’s unique feature is its split-level design, allowing both separation and integration of space for privacy and mingling. Accessed via a small set of stairs, the lovely leather sofas in the lounge offer an excellent vantage point on the well-equipped kitchen/diner. The first floor bedrooms are relaxing and luxurious, with just the right balance of elegant rustic and contemporary features. The downstairs double room, accessed via a flight of stairs, has superb country views via patio doors. Within the lakeside patio you’ll find a BBQ, seating and a fantastic hot tub, with its own woodland and water views.

There are so many day trips to enjoy. Discover gorgeous Morwellham Quay (6 miles), with its historic port, village, copper mine and railway. Explore the Cotehele estate (10 miles), with its Tudor house perched high above the River Tamar, gardens, orchards, quay and tea room. The ancient city of Plymouth is just 16 miles away, with its excellent Barbican Theatre, exciting shops, pubs, art galleries and museums. Children should try the Dartmoor Mystery Treasure Trail, which may just start a lifelong love affair with Devon and the moor.

  • 3 bedrooms - 1 super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made up as a twin on request), 2 doubles
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 shower room with shower and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with shower and WC
  • Neff slide and hide electric oven, Neff induction hob, Air Fryer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, Smeg filter coffee machine and dishwasher
  • Travel cot, highchair and stairgates
  • Electric and oil underfloor heating are included
  • Smart TV in the lounge, TVs in the bedrooms
  • Private 7 seater hot-tub with blue tooth connectivity). (Please note, the hot tub may not be available on first day of stay due to changeover of water and heating times)
  • Towels provided, extra towels provided for the hot tub
  • Private garden and patio area with BBQ and lake views. (The garden is enclosed with post and rail fencing, so may not be entirely dog proof for some dogs)
  • Large communal BBQ area
  • Private off-road parking for 4 cars
  • Regret no charging of electric cars
  • Shops 1 mile, beach 12 miles 
  • Situated within the on-site Trout Fishery
  • Fly fishing available all year on specific days of the week and children's float fishing available on certain days during the summer season - please check with owner (charges apply) 
  • A 15 minute fly-fishing demonstration and 1 hour fly-fishing session including tackle hire is included for one guest (family and friends can watch) - this must be pre booked and is available on a Thursday or Saturday; there is a charge if a Trout is caught
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 4 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Sarah Greenwood

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 7 guest ratings

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Reviewed by John 23rd June 2026

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A very well equipped cottage in a beautiful location. The owner Abigail was a very friendly and helpful host. The property is within very easy reach of the lovely town of Tavistock and the stunning moors are on your doorstep. However, current description and photographs on the Holiday Cottages website do not accurately represent this cottage. ThereRead more are no longer views of the lake as the vegetation is very overgrown. Although comfortable, the cottage was a bit tired in some places. Hide

Reviewed by Tracey 13th May 2026

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Reviewed by Mike 19th September 2025

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Incredible location and lovely cottage that easily accomodated six adults during our week's stay. Comfortable funishings and beds. Great view over the lakes from the hot tub. Newly fitted kitchen and top of the range appliances. We were planning our return visit before the end of the week! Remote location and thick stone walls aren't ideal for mobiRead morele phone signal or wi-fi, but phone signal is fine upstairs or in the courtyard. A very small sacrifice for an idyllic holiday home. Hide

Reviewed by Stephen 12th September 2025

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Lovely well equipped cottage in great location in Tavistock We had to leave early for family reasons and the owner was lovely and helpful We stay regularly near Tavistock and this was the best cottage we've had and in a very convenient location. Clean, comfortable, well equipped with high end hot tub. Will stay here again

Reviewed by Justine 26th July 2025

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Heron Lake Barn was fabulous & there are no complaints. The hostess was friendly and welcoming. We were a group of 4 + 4 dogs. The cottage felt spacious and one of the best equipped self catering units we have stayed in. It was easy to have the dogs with us, outside space for them and the cottage had child gates to help keep them in one place untilRead more they had dried out. There were great walks around the cottage for us. The hot tub was well positioned and a fantastic extra for us. Hide

Reviewed by Jeanetta 12th July 2025

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Reviewed by Eloise 23rd August 2024

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Would stay again very friendly nice owners, very dog friendly. Lovely accommodation with everything we needed, felt very homely. Definitely thinking we would stay again.

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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.