Guests say
Magpie's Rest in Yelverton is a well-received holiday cottage, praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and superb location for exploring Dartmoor and nearby towns. Guests appreciate the welcoming hosts and the property's suitability for walkers and cyclists.
Guests consistently mention that the property is super clean, indicating high standards of cleanliness.
The location is highly regarded for its proximity to Dartmoor, scenic cycle routes, and local amenities, though one guest noted steep steps in wet conditions.
Reviews highlight the property's comfort, with a comfy bed and a homely feel, though one guest suggested additional kitchen equipment would enhance the experience.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and good hot water provisions, but some guests noted minor shortcomings like the absence of a loo brush and a desire for more kitchenware.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts, so this category cannot be scored.
About this property
This studio holiday apartment is located on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park, an ideal base to explore the local area.. 12 steps to entrance.
All on the
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge
Bedroom area: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Laundry facilities available on request. Decked patio. Bike store (by prior arrangement). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: This property has a natural water supply. There are 12 open-tread steps to the decked patio. This property has a security deposit of £75.. This delightful first floor, studio holiday apartment is located above the garage adjacent to the friendly owner’s house. It boasts a lovely decked patio area to the rear and a bright, light interior. It is ideally suited for couples of all ages for holidays and short breaks throughout the year.
Conveniently located just off the A386 midway between Tavistock and Yelverton on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park (to which there is direct access from the back gate), this property is a fantastic base for those who enjoy walking or cycling. The Drakes Trail, a 21-mile path linking Tavistock to Plymouth, is right on the doorstep. Visit the impressive Gem Bridge spanning the wooded valley and Grenofen Tunnel, taking you through beautiful woodlands and open moorland. Shop and restaurant 2 miles, pub 1 mile.
This is a studio apartment with the living/dining/kitchen areas open plan with the bedroom area.
Lockable bicycle storage available by prior arrangement at bike owner’s risk.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
Small to Medium sized dogs only allowed.
There is a £75 security deposit payable to the owner on arrival.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (6)
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Confirmed Guest
Great location for exploring west Dartmoor and very helpful hosts. If there was a 4.5 star option I'd give it. Slight downsides were only a J cloth for washing up, no loo brush, and (for me) not quite enough kitchen equipment, eg a lid for both the larger saucepans and a teapot would have been helpful. Steps up to the front door are very steep and slippery in the wet. Horrabridge has pubs and a chippy but no cafe! Otherwise all good and comfortable, thank you.
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Confirmed Guest
We spent 3 days mid-July 2025 at this lovely little apartment. We booked at very short notice the day before arrival. The owners (Nick & Claire) were welcoming and helpful.The bed was comfy, the accommodation was clean and so well designed that it did not feel cramped at all. The kitchen was well equipped and we were able to comfortably cook full meals from scratch. The shower and hot water provisions were excellent.Absolutely perfectly sited for access to walkers or cyclists with the scenic and viaduct scattered cycle route 27 (Plymouth-Ilfracombe) a short and enchanting wooded path from directly out of the back door. Regular buses in both directions (Tavistock/Plymouth) from stops virtually outside the main house.Nearby Tavistock has a range of eateries, and we can recommend the Annex for a special meal out.Definitely would stay again, and probably for longer.
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Chloe
What a gem of a place! We had a lovely few nights at Magpies Rest. Everything was super clean and comfortable, felt at home straight away. Nick was extremely responsive and very welcoming throughout our stay. Its located very close to Plymouth, easy driving distance and the direct acces to Dartmoor national park through the back gate was so useful. Plenty to do and we wish we could have stayed longer. We would love to come back and would highly recommend!