About this property
Postbridge 4.9 miles. Swallows Nest is a rustic mezzanine conversion nestled in Widecombe-in-the-Moor near Postbridge, Devon. Set within a traditional cobbled courtyard on a farm in Dartmoor National Park, this home is a great base for couples or solo travellers and one four-legged friend. Step inside to an open-plan living space, where you can begin your holiday to remember. The sitting area centres around a woodburning stove, perfect for unwinding after a day exploring the moorlands, while the dining table invites lingering over hearty meals prepared in the well-equipped kitchen, complete with an electric double oven and hob. A wooden staircase leads to the mezzanine double bedroom, where you can both catch your night's sleep.
Downstairs, a bathroom with a bath and handheld shower offers a refreshing pause after countryside walks. Outside your door, Dartmoor’s wild beauty beckons. Begin with Widecombe-in-the-Moor, famed for its village green, historic church, and welcoming tearooms. Venture to Postbridge, where the iconic clapper bridge spans the river and scenic trails wind through valleys rich in wildlife. For a day of discovery, head to Princetown, home to the Dartmoor Prison Museum and panoramic walking routes across rugged tors. Whether you’re tracing ancient paths, photographing sweeping landscapes, or simply soaking up the tranquillity of farm life, this setting offers endless opportunities for adventure.
At day’s end, return to Swallows Nest in Widecombe-in-the-Moor and let the glow of the woodburning stove complete your Dartmoor escape.
Postbridge lies in the centre of Dartmoor between Moretonhampstead and Two Bridges, next to the East Dart River. It is an idyllic place to uncover Dartmoor's archaeology and showcases one of the finest clapper bridges in the country, believed to date back to medieval times and would probably have replaced stepping stones to assist packhorses cross the babbling river. Well positioned to enjoy an array of activities, Postbridge boasts fantastic walking and cycling routes in nearby Bellever Forest, as well as several archaeological remains including roundhouses, stone rows and a burial cyst. From here, you can also visit the remains of a 19th- century gunpowder factory known as Powdermills, which produced gunpowder for the local quarries and mines. Popular tourist spots such as Okehampton and Plymouth are also easily accessible from here by car, making this a holiday destination to savour.
Accommodation
One mezzanine double bedroom.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, handheld shower, basin, and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with woodburning stove
Oil-fired central heating.
Electric double oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, kettle, toaster.
Smart TV, iron, ironing board, WiFi.
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Designated off-road parking for 1 car.
Courtyard.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 4.4 miles, pub 2.3 miles.
Note: Ironing board is located in ground-floor bathroom.
Note: Steps up to the property, please take care.
Note: Dog to be kept on a lead in the courtyard.
Note: Open steps up to bedroom - not suitable for those with mobility issues.
Note: Dog is not to go upstairs.
Note- cctv covers the driveway.