Enjoy your stay at
The Dairy Farm Barns
Everything you need to get the most out of your stay
Arrival
Where We Are
- The Dairy Farm
Landscove
Ashburton
Newton Abbot
Devon
TQ13 7LY
- Please note The Dairy Farm is known locally as Tidwell Farm. Please use this name for any deliveries/services during your stay.
Check-in & Check-out
Check-in | 4pm |
Check-out | 10am |
Check-out for Sundays | 4pm |
Main contact | Michael or Edwin – 01803 762828 |
Getting To Us
Directions
- As you are travelling towards Plymouth on the A38, you will need to take the ramp off towards Ashburton/B3352, the “Pear Tree” junction/exit.
- Once you reach the junction, take the left towards Landscove.
- Continue down this lane, going over the crossroads.
- After about 2 miles you will pass Hill House Nursery. Take the next right, towards Buckfastleigh.
- You will pass the church and school on your right-hand side.
- Continue down this lane as it bends right, the Manor will be in front of you and about 10 metres further on is the property. Our local name is “Anran@Tidwell.”
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Best postcode to use for sat-nav | TQ13 7LY |
Nearest train station | Totnes (15 minute drive) |
Nearest airport | Exeter (35 minute drive) |
Taxis | Roadrunner Taxis – 01803732834 |
Cooking & Dining
Chef & Catering Services
- Dineindulge
A unique & truly special private chef experience brought direct to you. Combining a personal chef hire service with restaurant quality cuisine, Dineindulge is designed to be affordable, accessible & simple to book for anyone
www.dineindulge.co.uk
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Côte at HomeGet bistro-quality food delivered to your door. From starters, mains and desserts, to picnics, breakfasts and barbecue favourites – the professional chefs at Côte at Home can freshly prepare a wide range of dishes, which you can simply serve up, or pop in the oven or microwave to heat. That means less time spent prepping and cooking, and more time enjoying your holiday!
- Vine Event Catering
She is passionate about maintaining a top standard of food which is traditional, adding a bit of contemporary flair with presentation. Her respect for ingredients and the environment is evident with what she has created so far. Rosie and her talented team create beautiful food and provide a highly dedicated service to clients.
www.vineeventcatering.co.uk | 07790 474 319 | [email protected]
Great Places to Eat & Drink
Pubs
- Live & Let Live
Friendly local pub with some good ales on show and some large portions of hearty pub grub.
The live and let live inn, Landscove, Totnes TQ13 7LZ (10 minute walk)
www.liveandletlivepub.com | 01803762663
- The Cott Inn
The Cott Inn near Totnes is one of the Oldest and Best thatched inns in Britain, featuring 5 Boutique Rooms &
Fine Dining, welcoming guests since 1320.
Cott Ln, Dartington, Totnes TQ9 6HE (15 minute drive)
www.cottinn.co.uk | 01803863777
- The Old Exeter Inn
The oldest pub in Ashburton, built in 1130 to house the workers of St. Andrews Church (opposite the inn) and has remained an inn since that date although it was originally known as the Church House Inn. Behind the bar in what was the old fireplace can be seen the large original millstones and this area houses a granite shelf for the serving of the gravity fed ales. It is reputed that Sir Francis Drake was a regular drinker at the inn on his journeys to London as was Sir Walter Raleigh. Raleigh was arrested at the Exeter Inn and imprisoned in the Tower of London on 19th July 1603, accused of plotting against the king. There are seated drinking areas either side of the entrance hallway in the main bar, which is L-shaped, rustic and wood-panelled. There are smaller seated areas at the rear. Lovely flagstone floored corridor leads to a secluded walled garden outside at the back. A local of real Cider and Perry is on sale. This pub consistently features in the GBG.
26 West St, Ashburton, Newton Abbot TQ13 7DU (10 minute drive)
www.oldexeterinn.com | 01364652013 - __________
Restaurants
- Riverford Arms
Eating in The Riverford Field Kitchen is something to remember. Great food tastes even better when you enjoy it with other people, so most of the guests will share tables with fellow diners for a feast of the freshest seasonal produce. Uniquely, there is just one sitting and the whole restaurant is served together at the same
time.
Wash Farm Bungalow, Buckfastleigh TQ11 0JU (5 minute drive)
www.theriverfordfieldkitchen.co.uk | 01803 762074
- The Anchorstone Café
Enjoy tasty seafood dishes and coffees with splendid views of the River Dart.
Manor Street, Dittisham, Dartmouth, TQ6 0EX (35-minute drive)
www.anchorstonecafe.co.uk | 01803 722365
- Rumour Kitchen & Bar
Crisp brasserie with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Be sure to try the homemade pizzas, which are exceptional. The wine list is strong and there’s plenty of craft beers to choose from.
30 High St, Totnes TQ9 5RY (15 minute drive)
www.rumourtotnes.com | 01803864682
- The Seahorse Seafood Restaurant
An amazing family-friendly restaurant which has some excellent sea and shellfish on offer. Winner of the Top Restaurant in the UK at the Observer Food Monthly Awards.
Staverton, 5 South Embankment, Dartmouth, TQ6 9BH (40-minute drive)
www.seahorserestaurant.co.uk | 01803 835147
- The Elephant
If you fancy a splurge, then travel to The Elephant, a two-star Michelin restaurant that serves some stunning cuisine. Head chef Simon Hulstone is one of our favourite chefs, having been the UK’s representative at the Bocuse d’Or final and having also won a Roux Scholarship. The menu is seasonal and is comprised of the best fresh, local ingredients. We advise you book a table well in advance as this restaurant is tremendously popular.
3-4 Beacon Hill, Torquay, Devon TQ1 2BH (35-minute drive)
www.elephantrestaurant.co.uk | 01803 200044
- Cafe Mumbai
Wonderful Indian food made from fresh local ingredients.
100 High Street, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5SN (15-minute drive)
www.cafe-mumbai.co.uk | 01803 866171
- Willow Vegetarian Restaurant
Cute restaurant full of charm offering a wide array of veggie food hand-prepared fresh.
87 High Street, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5LW (15-minute drive)
www.facebook.com | 01803 862605
- Hill House Nursery
All food here is freshly prepared & locally sourced wherever possible. Cakes, scones and soups are all made on the premises.
Landscove Nr. Ashburton, Newton Abbot TQ13 7LY (5-minute walk)
hillhousenursery.com | 01803 762273
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Takeaways
- Pizzalogica
All our pizza bases are 12” thin crust & vegan. Gluten free bases & vegan mozzarella are available. Our homemade tomato sauce is made with the finest San Marzano tomatoes.
Meadowbrook Community Centre, Shinner’s Bridge, Totnes TQ9 6JD (10 minute drive)
www.pizzalogica.com | 01803863804
- Yau’s Takeaway
Chinese Takeaway
34 East St, Ashburton, Newton Abbot TQ13 7AZ (10 minute drive)
01364652541
Shopping for Food
Convenience Stores
- SPAR
34 Dart Bridge Rd, Devon TQ11 0DZ (8 minute drive)
- Dartington Village
Shinner’s Bridge, Dartington, Totnes TQ9 6JD (10 minute drive)
- Londis
44 Whiteley Ave, Follaton, Totnes TQ9 5FQ (15 minute drive) - __________
Supermarkets
- Morrisons
Coronation Rd, Totnes TQ9 5GN (10 minute drive)
- Sainsbury’s
Plymouth Road, Plymouth PL3 6RL (25-minute drive)
- M&S Simply Food
Marks & Spencer Torbay, The Willows Scots Bridge, Torbay, Torquay, Devon TQ2 7XA (30-minute drive) - __________
Butchers
- Gribble’s Butchers
Tordean Farm, A38, Dean Prior, Buckfastleigh TQ11 0LY (10 minute drive)
www.gribblesbutchers.co.uk | 01752893030 - __________
Wine Merchant
- Totnes Wine Co
36 High St, Totnes TQ9 5RY (20 minute drive)
www.totneswine.com | 01803866357 - __________
Bakery & Delicatessen
- The Almond Thief
Workshops, Cedar Units Shinners Bridge, Totnes TQ9 6JY (12 minute drive)
www.thealmondthief.com | 01803411290
- Ashburton Delicatessen
16 North St, Ashburton, Newton Abbot TQ13 7QD (10 minute drive)
www.ashburtondelicatessen.co.uk | 01364652277 - __________
Farmers Market
- Tuckers Local Produce Market
Open Monday – Saturday 9:30am – 5pm
Old Spinning Mill, Buckfast, Buckfastleigh TQ11 0EA (10 minute drive)
www.tuckersmarket.co.uk | 07901983869
- Tavistock Farmers Market
9am – 2pm every 2nd and 4th Saturdays.
G, Bedford Square, Tavistock PL19 0AL (45 minute drive)
www.tavistockfarmersmarket.com | 01409211333
Things to Do
Indoor
- Totnes Leisure Centre
Borough Park Rd, Totnes TQ9 5XW
www.fusion-lifestyle.com | 01803862992
- They Quay Climbing Centre
Haven Rd, Exeter EX2 8AX
www.quayclimbingcentre.co.uk | 01392426850
- Devon Escape
The Workshop, Lemon Pl, Newton Abbot TQ12 2BD
www.escaperoomsdevon.co.uk | 07927532851
- AMF Bowling
Torwood St, Torquay TQ1 1DZ
www.amf-bowling.co.uk | 08448263034 - __________
Outdoor
- CRS Adventures
Holne Park Ashburton Devon TQ13 7NP
www.crsadventures.com | 01364 653444
- Fitzworthy Equestrian Centre
Corntown, Cornwood, Ivybridge PL21 9PH
www.fitzworthyequestrian.co.uk | 01752 837000
- Dynamic Adventures
The Adventure Centre, Dartingon, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6EL
www.dynamicadventurescic.co.uk | 01803 862725
- Dartmouth Golf & Country Club
Blackawton, near Totnes, Devon, TQ9 7DE
www.thedartmouthhotel.co.uk | 01803 712686
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On the Water
- Sea Kayak Devon
16B Duke St, Dartmouth TQ6 9PZ
www.seakayakdevon.co.uk | 01392 580535
- Canoe Adventures
Steamer Quay Rd, Totnes TQ9 5UHwww.canoeadventures.co.uk | 01803 865301
- Devon Sailing
www.devonsailingexperiences.co.uk | 01752 424 514 | [email protected]
- Discovery Surf School
Lower Council Carpark at Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon, TQ7 4AS
www.discoverysurf.com | 07813 639622 - __________
Walking & Cycling
- Walking Routes
There is around 730km of public footpaths that snake around rocky heaths and undulating hills. If you want to carve your own path, you can, as nobody owns the land. But be careful of bogs, swollen rivers and the Range Danger Area, an area in the park where the military practice exercises with live ammunition. Please check www.gov.uk or telephone 0800 4584868 to check firing times.
- Cycle Routes
There is over 350km of bridleways that can be traversed by mountain bikes. Please note, however, you are not allowed to stray off the paths on your bikes. Excellent cycle maps can be found at the town hall in Ashburton
- Bigpeaks Cycle Hire
Linhay Business Park, c1, Ashburton, Newton Abbot TQ13 7UP
www.bigpeaks.com | 01364654080 - __________
Pampering
- Glo Pamper
For pampering in the comfort of your property. A range of treatments available from a local therapist including massage, pedicure, manicure, etc. To book please use the contact details below and quote ‘kate & toms’. Guests are advised to book well in advance.
www.glo-pamper.co.uk | 020 7096 0385
- Sirona Spa
Chudleigh, Newton Abbot TQ13 0EJ
www.finlakeresort.co.uk | 01626563280
- Lotus Spa
14a, The, Old Cider Works Ln, Abbotskerswell, Newton Abbot TQ12 5NF
www.lotus-spa-centre.co.uk | 01626369813
Top Places to Visit
Historic Buildings
- Totnes Bridge
Seymour Court, Bridgetown, Totnes TQ9 5AA
- Exeter Cathedral
1 The Cloisters, Exeter EX1 1HS
www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk | 01392255573
- Crompton Castle
Gropers Ln, Compton TQ3 1TA
www.nationaltrust.org.uk | 01803661906 - __________
Stately Homes & Gardens
- Ugbrooke House and Gardens
Ugbrooke House, Chudleigh, Newton Abbot TQ13 0AD
www.ugbrooke.co.uk | 01626852179
- Torre Abbey
The King’s Drive, Torquay TQ2 5JE
www.torre-abbey.org.uk | 01803293593
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Places to See
- South Devon Beaches
South Devon is home to some of the UK’s best beaches, with 22 miles of sandy coastline and 20 different beaches to choose from. One of the best is Blackpool Sands, about a 40 minute drive from The Dairy Farm, where there’s a stunning white sand beach and a nice beach café and shop. If you fancy travelling to Torquay then there are an abundance of idyllic bays, such as Torre Abbey Sands and the sandy-shale beaches around the red-clay Babbacombe Beach – a place where the locals go to escape the throngs of tourists.
- Torquay
Torquay – or the ‘English Riviera’ as it’s fondly known as – is a paradise town of palm trees, steep hills, and plentiful beaches. Weather permitting, you can enjoy a leisurely walk along the pier and promenade, ice cream in hand, and wander up the magnificent Royal Terrace Gardens, where stunning views of the harbour await. Or you can do a spot of retail therapy and visit one of Torquay’s many independent and chain shops.
- Dartmouth
Dartmouth is a little quieter and smaller than Torquay, but it’s still just as pleasant. The town is fast becoming a fashionable holiday destination, with lots of boutique shops and quality eateries popping up in the last few years. However glamorous Dartmouth is becoming, the fishing industry still beats on here, and you can sit idly by watching the boats come in and deliver fresh fish to the restaurants lining the water’s edge. Culinary highlights include Seahorse (Tel: 01803 835147) and Rockfish (Tel: 01803 832800). To burn off your fish lunch, be sure to walk up to the gigantic Britannia Naval College, a stunning building which overlooks the town.
- Totnes
Totnes prides itself on being different. Since 2006, the town has made every effort to wean itself from a dependence of peak oil and the global markets. As a result, it has its own local currency – the ‘Totnes Pound’ – and makes every attempt at creating a strong, localised community. There are lots of lovely shops here, and almost all are independent; you will find antique books, bespoke furniture, fine art, handmade shoes and market goods. Eateries are excellent, too, with Riverford Field Kitchen (Tel: 01803 762074) coming up trumps and Willow (Tel: 01803 862605) serving the best vegetarian food around.
Local Events and Festivals
- Dart Music Festival
Usually in May
www.dartmusicfestival.co.uk/Dartmouth
- Malborough Food & Drink Festival
Usually in August
www.marlborough-food-festival.garden-events.com
- Salcombe Yacht Club Regatta
Usually in August
www.salcombeyc.org.uk
- Dartmouth Royal Regatta
Usually in August
www.dartmouthregatta.co.uk
- Dartmouth Food Festical
Usually in October
www.dartmouthfoodfestival.com
Top Things to Do for Children
Indoor
- Dartmouth Castle
Castle Road, Dartmouth, Devon TQ6 0JN
01803 833588
- Buckfastleigh Butterflies and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary
The Railway Station, Buckfastleigh TQ11 0DZ
www.ottersandbutterflies.co.uk | 01364 642916
- China Blue Shopping
Station Rd, Totnes TQ9 5JR
www.china-blue.co.uk | 01803 860900
- iBounce Trampoline Park
1, Milber Trading Estate, Newton Abbot TQ12 4SG
www.i-bounce.co.uk | 01626332241
- Dinosaur World
3 Victoria Parade, Torquay TQ1 2BB
www.torquaysdinosaurworld.co.uk | 01803298779 - __________
Outdoor
- Woodlands Leisure Park
Blackawton, Totnes, Devon TQ9 7DQ
www.woodlandspark.com | 01803 712598
- Paighton Zoo
Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon TQ4 7EU
www.paigntonzoo.org.uk | 0844 4742222
- Pennywell Farm
Lower Dean, Buckfastleigh TQ11 0LT
www.pennywellfarm.co.uk | 01364 642023
- South Devon Railyway Trust
The Station, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0DZ
www.southdevonrailway.co.uk | 01364 644370
- Crealy Great Adventure Parks
Sidmouth Rd, Exeter EX5 1DR
www.crealy.co.uk | 01395 233200
Useful Information
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Sleeps up to 20
- 6 bedrooms, 4 of which are connected and can be self-contained
- 6 en-suite
- 4 double sofa beds and 1 single pull-out beds available
- When booked alongside The Dairy Farm, the property can sleep up to 39
- Barn Suites 1 and 2 are independent but Barn Suites 3 – 6 are all connected so they can form one large four or bedroom house.
Bedrooms | Sleeps | Beds | Features |
Barn 1 | 2 – 4 | King + Sofa Bed | En-suite with Bath Tub |
Barn 2 | 2 – 4 | Super King + Sofa Bed | En-suite with Bath Tub |
Barn 3 | 2 | Super King | En-suite with Wet Room |
Barn 4 | 2 – 4 | Twin + Pull Out Beds | En-suite |
Barn 5 | 2 – 4 | Super King + Sofa Bed | En-suite with Wet Room |
Barn 6 | 2 | King + Sofa Bed | En-suite |
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Cooking and Dining
- Book The Dairy Kitchen, seating 20 guests at an additional charge
- Barns 3 – 6 have a fully equipped kitchen, inclusive of fridges, dishwashers, washer dryers and stoves and ovens.
- Barn 1 and 2 have a mini kitchen with a stove, refrigerator and micro oven
- BBQ available
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Children Welcome
- 1 travel cot available – linen not provided
- 1 high chair available
- Please note: There is an unfenced lake, 4 ft in depth about 50 metres from the house and a stream. Please supervise children at all times.
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Accessibility
- Barn 6 is wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible toilet and shower
- Ground floor WC
- Step free access into property
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Inside
- Large TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD Player
- Wi-Fi
- Music System
- Board games
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Outside
- Fully Enclosed Courtyard
- Terraced Garden
- Swimming Lake
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House Restrictions
- Sorry, not suitable for stag parties, Hen parties welcome
- 2 dogs welcome at an additional charge – pet policy in place
- Sorry, no fireworks
- Noise policy in place
- Weddings welcome
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What’s Included
- Linen, towels and essentials
- Use of washing machine & tumble dryer
- Molton Brown Toiletries
Noise Policy
- The house is set in private grounds but we do have neighbours whose needs we respect – and who are used to enjoying a peaceful, tranquil environment in this lovely location. We therefore ask all our guests to show consideration to the environment and our neighbours in all matters, and especially with regard to noise.To help ensure everyone’s holiday goes well, we ask you to respect the following noise rules:
- After 11pm please use the terraces and gardens around the house as quiet areas.
- Please do not set up music systems outside the house.
- Please limit any loud music playing inside the house so it cannot be heard outside.
- Please show consideration for our neighbours in the early morning and late evening.
- If you are having any deliveries or ordering taxis please ensure they have clear directions.
- The vast majority of our guests will of course behave with great consideration to our neighbours and would never intend to offend but observing our noise policy will remove any potential for the harmonious environment to be disturbed.
Pet Policy
- Should you be bringing a pet with you on your stay, you must comply with the below policy and rules that the owner has in place. This policy applies to all pets and not just dogs.
- You must not allow the pet upstairs, on the bed or other furniture
- The pet must sleep downstairs either in the utility room or another appropriate room with hard surface flooring
- You must supply your own pet bed, food and any other pet amenities required for your stay
- Any fouling at the Property must be cleared up without delay and disposed of accordingly
- The pet must not be left alone at the Property at any time and must go with you whenever you leave the Property
- You must ensure that the pet is free from parasites before the Rental Date, failure to do so may incur further charges which the Owner is entitled to recover from you in full
- Where there are other properties near the house, dogs should be kept on a leash and you must be mindful of other people and animals, including livestock, in the vicinity so as not to allow your pet to become a nuisance
- Please note that a pet friendly property does not necessarily mean that the property has an enclosed garden.
- Should any of the conditions stated in the policy above be breached, the owner will have the right to deduct any sum from the Cautionary Deposit so as to deal with such breach. Should the Cautionary Deposit be insufficient to remedy such breach, the Owner of the Property shall have the right to recover any sum from you so as to make up any shortfall.