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Chinkwell Tor barn near Widecombe in the Moor

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Lounge, kitchen-dining room
Kitchen with range cooker

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor grill
  • Garden

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Widecombe in the Moor, England
  • Place, Dartmoor National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Powderham Castle
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, Princess Theatre
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom (downstairs)

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom (downstairs)

1 Double Bed

Third Bedroom (upstairs)

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Chinkwell Tor barn near Widecombe in the Moor

A beautiful converted barn nestled in the rugged landscape of Dartmoor National Park. With three double rooms and two bathrooms there is plenty of room and the large lounge/ kitchen-dining area has a log burner and a range cooker to help keep you cosy (as well as central heating).

Please note Chinkwell is a little off grid. Powered by a combination of solar power and a generator; you cannot charge electric vehicles.

This is a peaceful and restful place to stay with excellent walking from the doorstep. There are views of the Tors and you can walk to both Hay Tor and Hound Tor as well as a nearby Clapper bridge and the deserted remains of a medieval settlement. A green lane leads down towards nearby pastureland where you are likely to see Dartmoor ponies. Nearby Widecombe-In-The- Moor, famed for its annual fair has two pubs and some of the best tea rooms in Dartmoor.

Come and fall in love with the dramatic Dartmoor landscape in all seasons, enjoy seeing the carpet of bluebells in Spring, visits to the nearby coast in Summer, and snuggling up in front of the log burner with a cup of cocoa after a bracing Autumn or Winter walk.

The kitchen is well equipped with everything that you might need to prepare a meal, plus a range cooking guide. There is a fridge-freezer, dish washer, and washing machine/ dryer.

The lounge has a large log burner (logs are provided) and a television with a choice of DVDs to watch as well as books, magazines and board games.

There are two double bedrooms with downstairs separated by one of the bathrooms. Upstairs there is another large double room with en-suite bathroom. All bed linen is high thread count pure cotton and towels are provided. A hairdryer can be found in each bedroom.

A cot and high chair are provided, as is an iron and ironing board.

The large flagged entrance hall has a large coat rack and storage for muddy walking boots.

Outside the building is a large picnic table for al fresco dining!

Dogs are welcome, though we ask that they are not allowed in bedrooms or on the furniture.

Smoking is not permitted inside the property.

Please note that Chinkwell is within Dartmoor national park and there are also farm animals and horses in the vicinity so we ask that you do not set off fireworks at any time.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
No stair gate but can close the door to the stairs
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Events

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Pets

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Smoking

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Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Newton Abbot

Located in Newton Abbot, this vacation home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Grimspound and clapper bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dartmoor National Park and River Dart Country Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Devon Guild of Craftsmen and Pixieland. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and cycling.
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Widecombe in the Moor, England

What's nearby

  • Dartmoor National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Exeter's Historic Quayside - 46 min drive - 44.9 km
  • Powderham Castle - 46 min drive - 40.5 km
  • Princess Theatre - 49 min drive - 34.1 km
  • University of Exeter - 49 min drive - 46.6 km

Getting around

  • Ivybridge Station - 28 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cromwell Arms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Old Pottery Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 3 Sixty - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cafe on the Green - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chinkwell Tor barn near Widecombe in the Moor pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Chinkwell Tor barn near Widecombe in the Moor?

As of Apr 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chinkwell Tor barn near Widecombe in the Moor on Aug 2, 2026 start from $364, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Chinkwell Tor barn near Widecombe in the Moor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chinkwell Tor barn near Widecombe in the Moor?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Chinkwell Tor barn near Widecombe in the Moor located?

This family-friendly Newton Abbot vacation home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of St Pancras Church and Jay's Grave. Dartmoor National Park and Becky Falls are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodation in great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place. Great location

Loved our stay at Chinkwell Tor. Can walk out the door and begin your Dartmoor hike
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for Dartmoor adventure

A beautifully-appointed property ideally placed for fantastic Dartmoor walks.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Torres all around.

Super location, absolutely stunning, and on our doorstep.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location amongst the Tors

Lovely open plan living area with views on to Haytor. Direct access onto pathways for walking through wetlands and up onto the open moor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas peace

Excellent location for walks onto the moor from the door. The property is a good physical social space for a group or family. Very comfortable bedrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from Home

Gorgeous barn conversion. Extremely comfortable and cosy. Exceptional views of Dartmoor all around. We had an excellent few days at Chinkwell Tor cottage and felt so at home from the moment we stepped through the door. Very well equipped, warm, super-comfy beds and sofas. Walking routes straight from the cottage. Lovely pubs and cafe in Widecombe close by. Had a lovely time! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dartmoor escape

This is our second long weekend stay at Chinkwell and once again we had a wonderful time. My kids and I love Dartmoor and we wanted to show the grandparents why we like it so much, it did not disappoint! Chinkwell is the perfect location for walks and exploring Tors including Hound and Haytor. As a family we love bouldering and this is an ideal base. The house has a lovely cosy feel but is spacious at the same time. The lounge/kitchen is a warm sociable space to chill after a day on the moors. The bedrooms are generous in size and perfect for our family. The welcome basket with local gin and beer was a nice surprise on arrival, thank you! Rebekah is really helpful and responds quickly to any questions. Thank you very much for sharing Chinkwell.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr schöne Unterkunft mitten im Dartmoor

Schöne, komfortable Unterkunft in herrlicher Umgebung. Wir haben nichts vermisst und würden hier nochmals ein paar Tage verbringen. Sehr gut ausgestattete Küche und bequeme Betten. Mit dem Kochherd/Ofen in der Küche muss man sich etwas anfreunden.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super week on Dartmoor

Property was in a very good location for long walks on dartmoor , our family of 6 thoroughly enjoyed our week Property was clean, and well equipped , including everything we required Communication with our host Bek was very good All in all a very enjoyable week
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tone Setter

The back path leads to great starting off point to walk the moor. We shopped in Ashburton. Very fun. The steak and ale pie @ the Rugglestone Inn was tasty. The Chinkwell Tor set the tone!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect rural stay in Dartmoor

Lovely property in a brilliant location in Dartmoor - perfect for a family getaway. The house had plenty of room, and the views of the tors and moors were fantastic. Lots of local walks direct from the door. Really felt like you were in the heart of the moors!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

Perfect base for long walks on the moor’s.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joanna G.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

A beautifully situated property in the heart of Dartmoor, but in need of maintenance.

The accommodation was comfortable and well laid out, but the owners need to do a lot of maintenance work. 1. The windows in the main reception room are filthy and the one in the kitchen is absolutely covered in bird muck. 2. A lot of the kitchen crockery needs to be replaced as many mugs are chipped or damaged. 3. The dishwasher door does not open fully, so brute force has to be used to open it far enough to fill it with plates etc. 4. Paint is peeling off the walls in many different rooms in the property such as the hallway and upstairs bathroom. There are holes in the wall beside the bed in the upstairs bedroom that ned to be re-plastered. 5. There are loose pieces of cement / plaster above the door to the reception. Small pieces fell onto us on two occasions, but fortunately did not injure us. The pictures of the outside of the property are extremely misleading as they create the impression that the property stands alone, when in fact it is part of a complex of properties, with several of them for rental. Had we known this, we would not have booked the property, but in the event our stay was peaceful. The picture of the garden area belonging to the property is also misleading and out of date. It should be replaced immediately. The lawned area shown in the picture in the property details belongs to an adjoining property. IT DOES NOT BELONG TO CHINKWELL TOR. Access to the small garden area that does belong to Chinkwell Tor is only accessed via some steep wooden steps - not at all suitable for dogs to negotiate. The property is comfortable and well laid out, but I hope that at the end of the main season, the owners can undertake the essential repairs and maintenance required .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Gill W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Set in a spectacular setting

Host Bek was brilliant. Kept us informed throughout and had no problems at all from booking with Vrbo.. The property is set In beautiful countryside where animals roam freely. The property is lovely,, however it could be updated in parts. Some areas had been decorated and kitchen cooking utensils/cooking pots etc need updating. For a 5* property the garden was not mowed and sheep droppings everywhere, and some nice garden furniture would of been nice to relax in.. WiFi hit and miss and no signal we found. Other than a few issues the place is lovely and cosy. Beds were excellent with very clean bedding. Overall we enjoyed our stay and would definitely go back as the issues were only minor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A fantastic place to stay!

The property was absolutely wonderful. It was very spacious and clean. The location was amazing, you felt you were right in the middle of Dartmoor. There were some amazing walks straight from the front door or only twenty minutes away. If it was pouring with rain you would be happy to stay in and just relax. We definitely recommend this property and we will hopefully be visiting again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect in every way

We had the most fantastic 8 night stay in this beautiful property - wish we had booked 2 weeks. The property was perfect - spotlessly clean with everything you need. The beds were huge and very comfortable. The kitchen/living room area is as perfect for socialising and we loved using the range. The location was great with many walks on your doorstep. Not too far in to Bovey for shopping and the pubs in Widecombe were great for a pint at the end of a long walk. Great communication with the owner and the onsite manager was really helpful. Will definitely be back next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Susie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A good property for a quiet, sociable stay

Lovely sociable space for a family to enjoy cooking and eating together. We very much enjoyed our stay. The house was clean, well equipped and comfortable. It has a fabulous location for enjoying Dartmoor. We had 4 legged friends with us so it would be great if it were possible to enclose the garden, but we did know that wasn’t the case before we booked. Finding sheep on the lawn was a surprise, though they don’t actually keep it short so it would have benefitted from being mown, and from having some more comfortable outdoor furniture. We had glorious weather and there are stunning views from the house, so being able to enjoy the garden to the max would have been lovely. We also couldn’t access the moor from the back lane because it was so overgrown, though I don’t know if this belongs to the property so there may be nothing that can be done about that. Walking along the drive and out onto the moor from the road provided lovely walks. It would also have been much more comfortable if there was a window that opened in the smaller downstairs bedroom. Again, we were lucky with the weather so the room got very hot and stuffy at night. It’s such a silly thing, but it made sleep quite difficult which is a shame when so much effort has gone into making the room comfortable. Overall, we had a great stay and would book this property again. Some small tweaks and it could be perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Total luxury and great surroundings

Would highly recommend this facility to anyone. Everything could not have been better. We visited from Canada to follow family heritages which we did and it was always great to return to your facility to relax. We always looked forward to it. The landscape of the area was second to none.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chinkwell Tor

Chinkwell Tor is a holiday cottage, sited on a farm, located a couple of miles off the main road past HayTor. We used it as a base for walking days around Dartmoor, and for this it was perfect. Its a modernised barn style cottage which sleeps 6, is spacious, and a little quirky with lots of beams for the unwary head !!. My head was particularly unwary. At night its dark and silent, just what we were looking for, and on one clear night we saw the milky way, a few meteors and several satellites wiz overhead. Wonderful. The cottage is warm and well equipped, but due to its location the satellite internet had a little latency, but hey, you don't stay at these places to sit on your phone all night do you ??. The ARGA style cooker takes a little getting used to, but we managed and being in the centre of the moor made access to various walks pretty easy. We loved it and hopefully will be returning soon for some winter walking. Michael & Sam
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renate C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr stilvolle Unterkunft an bester Lage im Dartmoor

Wir haben uns in der sehr schönen und sauberen Unterkunft äusserst wohl gefühlt. Die Wohnung ist sehr gross und geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Alles, was es braucht, ist vorhanden. Das Kochen war ein bisschen abenteuerlich, da wir den Ofen erst kennenlernen mussten. Es hat aber super geklappt! Die Lage ist super und sehr ruhig. Man kann direkt vom Haus aus Wanderungen ins Moor unternehmen. Wir empfehlen diese Unterkunft sehr!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabolous hide away, would defintley book again!!

There were 5 adults and 2 large Labradors in our party, the barn was massive so plenty of room for all of us. It also had everything you could think of in the way of facilities, I've never used an Arga before but we soon got the hang of it. The barn was spotless and really comfy beds, 3 very good sized bedrooms and 2 nice bathrooms. We would have found it slightly more comfortable with another 2 seater sofa but it didn't spoil our stay, the only down side for us was we couldn't let the dogs run off their leads due to new born foals in the fields next to the barn so a little fenced off area where the picnic table is would have been great particularly when they wake up early in the morning... having said that the foals and horses were beautiful and a real treat for city dwellers to see. The location couldn't have been better as it's so far off the road making it really peaceful, the scenery was stunning and we had some amazing sunsets. it was also very central so most places were within a short drive. We walked across the moor to Widecobe and had a lovely cream team in the Wayside café which was delicious! My daughter and I also rode out on the moor at the Adventure Clydesdales, a real must for anyone who loves to ride horses! We also walked to Haytor rocks which has amazing views and you can see the barn from up there too. My husband also fished the Fernworthy reservoir which he really enjoyed, about 45 minutes drive. Bovey Tracey had everything you need as did Newton Abbott for a bigger shop. It took about 45 minutes to get to Torquay with so many things to do and see, we appreciated getting back to the tranquillity of the barn. Overall the barn was perfect and wouldn't hesitate to book again. We had a truly fabulous stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing experience

This is a beautiful place to stay in a beautiful place! Dartmoor is wonderful, and this is a good centralized location in the park. Lots of sheep and horses on site, and lots of hiking trails nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Alice D.

Wonderful stay in lovely house

I feel very lucky to have stayed in Manaton and would love to return. The property is in a beautiful setting in Dartmoor with easy access to all it has to offer. The house is beautifully decorated, homey and well equipped. The beds were comfortable. The house was immaculate. We were there during lamb season and the fields were full of lambs. The owner was very accommodating and communicative. Of all the properties I have stayed in this is my favorite. It provided a restful refuge.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Chinkwell Tor Luxury Barn, Holwell Farm

Lovely stay in Dartmoor. Chinkwell Tor proved to be the perfect place from which to explore everything that Dartmoor has to offer. Easy check-in, good facilities, great location and comfy beds!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

About the host

Hosted by Rebekah

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An avid traveller and clinical writer who works from home. I love to walk (hence the barn in Dartmoor) and also enjoy horse riding. I am a keen reader and member of a book club, and also enjoy cooking and eating out.
Favourite holiday destinations include Thailand and Malaysia, as well as France, Italy and Greece. Chosen in a large part due to the food there!
I have done a lot of backpacking but nowadays I like to travel in more comfort and I aim to provide that at Chinkwell Tor.

Why they chose this property

My husband fell in love with Chinkwell Tor when he came to view it and despite it taking us almost a year to purchase we were determined to make this beautiful place our holiday home.

What makes this property unique

The ability to walk onto Dartmoor National park from the property itself is wonderful, and the fresh air and peaceful atmosphere ensures that you always feel refreshed after a stay. We also loved the fact that we could walk to nearby WIdecombe in the Moor where our favourite tea room and one of our favourite pubs is located.

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