Come and stay at The Preservatory
- A peaceful, secret hideaway for 2, ideal for couples
- Perfectly situated to explore Dartmoor and further afield
- An array of coffee shops, restaurants, takeaways and pubs within walking distance
- Ideal location for walking and cycling
Located in the heart of Bovey Tracey
Ideally situated for easy access to cycle paths, Dartmoor National Park or the coast, The Preservatory offers the opportunity to be as active or relaxed as you wish. Enjoy a new landscape everyday, from Parke, our local National Trust estate (5 minutes walk away) to local towns and villages with an array of unique stores and eateries. Only a short drive away are the coastal towns and beaches of Shaldon, Teignmouth and Dawlish Warren and the ancient city of Exeter, with its imposing gothic cathedral, museums and underground passages, is only a 30 minute drive. This area of Devon really does offer something for everyone!
Dartmoor on your doorstep
We are located in the small town of Bovey Tracey, affectionately known as ‘The Gateway to the Moors’. Situated at the top of Fore Street, our renovated outbuilding is arranged over two floors, and offers exclusive one bedroomed self-contained living. The accommodation is to the rear of the main house and access is gained via our integral garage. There is ample outside space for both dining and relaxing.
Permit parking for one vehicle is included for use in the three local car parks, the nearest being less than 200m from the house. Please provide car registration at time of booking so we can update the electronic car park permit with your details.
The total internal floor space is approximately 36 sqm. The double bedroom and bathroom with large walk-in shower are located on the ground floor while the upper floor comprises an open plan lounge with kitchenette. The latter is equipped with a basic set-up for short stays only, including a fridge, combination microwave oven and single portable induction hob. ‘The Preservatory’ has its own dedicated heating system with hot water on demand. There are televisions in both the lounge and bedroom and there is 4G phone capability in the area.
Wi-Fi has been extended from the main house and there is a reasonable signal most of the time.
We have 2 dogs on site so young children and / or pets will only be permitted to stay following strict prior arrangement.
We very much look forward to welcoming you to our home in Devon. We love it here and know you will too!
Kitchen:
Bottle opener/corkscrew
Cafetiere
Cleaning equipment
Combination microwave / oven
Cooking utensils
Crockery
Cutlery
Fire blanket and extinguisher
Fridge with small freezer compartment
Fruit bowl
Garlic press
Glasses (flutes, wine, tumblers)
Grater
Ice cube tray
Induction hob
Kettle
Kitchen roll, tin foil, clingfilm
Kitchen scales
Knives
Measuring jug
Mortar & Pestle
Mugs
Napkins
Peeler
Salt & pepper mills
Saucepans (large and small) and frying pan
Scissors
Sieves and bowls
Smoke / carbon monoxide alarm
Tea towels
Toaster
Wine cooler
Krups coffee machine
Starter kit of tea, coffee and sugar, semi-skimmed milk
Bathroom:
Bath mat
Mirror
Robe hook
Toilet Brush
Toilet paper
Toothbrush holder
Towels
Waste bin
Bedroom:
Bedspread
Bin
Coat hangers (in built in wardrobe)
Duvet
Full length mirror
Matching bed linen
Pillows (plus extra, just in case)
Pillow protectors
General:
G-Tech vacuum cleaner
Hairdryer
Ironing board and iron
Nightlight
Bovey Tracey, or ‘Buvey’ as the locals call it, is well served, with an array of unique shops, small supermarkets, takeaways, pubs, cafes and a tourist information hub. We’re always happy to help with suggestions of what to do, where to eat etc!.
A few local attractions include:
- Dartmoor Whisky Distillery
- House of Marbles
- Tottiford Resevoir
- Canonteign Falls
- Castle Drogo
- Bovey Castle
- Buckfast Abbey
- River Dart Country Park
- Haldon Forest Park
Places to eat:
- Cafe 64
- Dolphin Hotel: https://www.thedolphinbovey.com
- Home Farm Cafe: https://homefarmcafe.co.uk
- Ullacombe Farm: https://www.ullacombefarm.co.uk
- The Primrose Tearooms, Lustleigh
- Creeping Thyme www.creepingthyme.co.uk
- Riverford Field Kitchen https://fieldkitchen.riverford.co.uk
Our address is as follows:
The Old Bakehouse
10 Town Hall Place
Bovey Tracey
Devon
TQ13 9EH
f you’re using a SatNav our postcode should bring you pretty much to our front door! We are located opposite the Dartmoor Whisky Distillery (pale blue front door).
From the A38, exit at ‘Drumbridges’ roundabout and follow signs for Bovey Tracey. At the fire station roundabout take the 3rd exit towards the Town Centre. Follow the road, past the Co-op supermarket and head all the way up Fore Street. Just past Sibley’s garage (left hand side), take the road to the left and you will see our house straight ahead of you and The Distillery to the right!
Payment: We require a deposit of 50% of the stay, payable at the time of booking. Reservations will not be binding until the deposit is received in cleared funds. The balance of the stay is due before your stay or on arrival.
Cancellations: If you have to cancel your holiday, for whatever reason, please notify us in writing or by e-mail as soon as possible. Refunding of deposit will not be given in respect to bookings cancelled less than 2 weeks prior to scheduled arrival.
Please read our Letting Terms & Conditions carefully
