Langstone Cottage, Tavistock, Dartmoor National Park

Why stay in this location and cottage?

Scroll through the photo gallery to see images of what you can do around Langstone Cottage. Zoom in on the 'Satellite' setting of the accompanying Google map to see its location.

To help you choose Langstone Cottage for its location, we've listed some of the local attractions below. Cherry pick for a short break. Try to visit all if you're on holiday in Dartmoor.

 

Dartmoor's tors

Langstone Cottage is located by some of Dartmoor National Park's most dramatic tors. Pew Tor is a short walk away. Great Staple Tor and Great Mis Tor are unmissable.

 

Dartmoor's prehistory

The B3357 cuts across the National Park. Just up this road from Langstone Cottage is Merrivale. This is internationally famous for its prehistoric attractions. Once you've seen the stone rows, circle and standing stone, head to Princetown National Park Visitor Centre to learn about Dartmoor's prehistory. If this is of interest, we'd also recommend visiting Postbridge National Park Visitor Centre.

 

Mountain biking

Mountain biking on Dartmoor. Hire bikes in Princetown and enjoy one of the National Park's 'Granite and Gears' routes.  There's the old Princetown Railway route or the more demanding Princetown and Burrator route.

 

Burrator Reservoir

Burrator is a stunning reservoir surrounded by impressive tors. Walk around the reservoir and yomp to the top of Sheeps Tor, Leather Tor and Sharpitor.

 

Tavistock

Tavistock is just west of Langstone Cottage. In additon to being a thriving Dartmoor gateway town packed with shops and places to eat and drink, it's also part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site relating to the Westcountry mining heritage. There are a tiny number of these globally important sites in the UK. Also look out for Tavistock Abbey ruins and the statue of Sir Francis Drake who was born on the outskirts of the town.

 

Drake's Trail

There's a fantastic multi-use trail named after Drake that runs between Tavistock and Plymouth. Bring your bikes and cycle Drake's Trail.

 

National Trust properties

When famous and rich, Drake bought Buckland Abbey which is now managed by the National Trust.

Other National Trust properties in the area include Lydford Gorge and Saltram House.

 

English Heritage

In addition to these National Trust properties, visit English Heritage's Lydford Castle and Okehampton Castle.

 

The heart of Dartmoor National Park

Because Langstone Cottage is situated near the B3357, it's easy to drive or cycle into the heart of Dartmoor National Park. See the Postbridge Clapper Bridge and wander to the top of Bellever Tor which is known for its fantastic views.

 

Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Plymouth and Cornwall

From Tavistock, major roads lead to the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Plymouth and Cornwall.

 

They say: 'Beautifully located in the delightful, mature grounds of a sheltered wooded valley, Langstone Manor sits on the favoured south-west edge of Dartmoor. Perfect for those wishing to escape and explore the natural beauty and abundant activities of the moorland. A superb touring base, close to the bustling town of Tavistock, Dartmoor, Devon and Cornwall are all within easy reach. Spacious and comfortable cottage with two double one queen size and one twin. Dishwasher. Centrally heated. Garden with furniture and barbecue.' View availability and read more.

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