Bowbeer Barn, Drewsteignton

Rated 5/50 by WoodD1972 on 24th October 2019

Rated 5/50 by Acw1968 on 27th May 2019

"The location on a working farm and in a lovely area of the Devon countryside really made this holiday for us. The transformation of the barn was amazing and the facilities fully catered for our needs. We had the farm on our doorstep, with chickens and ducks running around the garden with cows, sheep and goats in the nearby fields and the friendly farm dogs ready to welcome us. We really enjoyed the experience and had a thoroughly great time. A big thank you to Adrian, Jackie and Bradley who made us feel at home and were available if we needed anything despite being busy working the farm."

Rated 5/50 by Steve800000 on 11th February 2019

"We are 2 days into a week long stay here but feel confident enough to write this now. We come to Dartmoor 3 - 4 times a yr either camping, b and b's or cottage let's. We spend 90% of the time out on the moors so want somewhere nice and relaxing to come home to. This has topped the list after 2 days so read into that what you will. We both leave feed back on trip advisor after every trip. This is a working farm, you need to take that into consideration if booking. There are people wandering about, working from dawn till dusk but in know way are they intrusive. You are left alone unless you start a conversation which we do. The owners are lovely people, they will never to busy out on the land to help you with anything should you need it but to be honest they have covered everything to start with. The cottage is spotless, nice big living room, kitchen big enough for two people to work in. The bedrooms and bathrooms are excellent. The bath is huge! Open fire with supplied logs, kindling and starters. We had a pint of fresh farm milk, half a dozen eggs and four scones were waiting when we arrived. Everything you need for cleaning, cooking plus tea and coffee is supplied to start with. Obviously if you run out of anything its good manners to replace it. The owners do not have an.issue with you walking around the grounds to see the sherp, cows, pigs, dogs, ducks and chickens, as well as a small carp pond which you can fish whilst you are here but just ask first so they are aware you are having a wander. As I've said, this is a working farm so there is heavy machinery in use. This has not had an impact on our sleep at all. We are laying in till 9am most mornings, not being woken up at all by anything. This is a little gem of a place, if you are an animal lover then you wont be disappointed. We will definitely be booking to come back! It goes without saying on dartmoor but bring a pair of wellies! Location is good, about a 15 minute drive to meldon Reservoir. Drogo castle is less than a mile away "

Rated 5/50 by V6469RVemilym on 11th February 2019

"I can honestly say this is the best place in Dartmoor we have stayed On a working farm!! We are surrounded by animals, dogs, cows, calfs, bulls, sheep, lambs, pigs, ducks, geese hens and more!!! Property is beautiful cream tea on arrival, milk, fresh eggs, owners are friendly and let you walk about the farm and visit all the animals. We are a mile from castle Drogo, we will definitely be back!! I would recommend this place to anyone that loves animals, walking or just wants a quiet week away, although we are on a farm you would not know it as it's so quiet!! Thank you for having us. Emily and Steve "

Rated 5/50 by JosephC667 on 5th July 2017

"We must have had the hottest week so far - the barn was right in the midst of the comings and goings of a busy farm - very educational! The very friendly farm dogs were a delight and all the other farm animals around us were lovely especially the little family of 3 ducks that entertained us highly! We were greeted with a lovely cream tea on arrival plus milk and freshly laid eggs in the fridge were a nice touch. Had wonderful walks on Dartmoor and even swam in the river on the Fishermans Path to cool off! Had fantastic Sunday carvery for Fathers Day at The Fingle Bridge Inn and closed the week with a scrumptious cream tea at Ullacombe Farm near to Haytor Rocks - Yum-Yum! Will definitely return soon to Bowbeer Farm!"