Dog friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 2 - Tavistock (2mls N), Devon

This delightful first floor apartment in a stunning barn conversion makes an ideal base for those wanting to explore the rugged, rural landscape of Dartmoor National Park and beyond. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, it's easy to immerse yourself in the tranquillity and adopt the slower pace of life that you'd expect in the Devon countryside. With lots of scenic walks from your doorstep, you'll never get bored, but historic, market town, Tavistock, is only 4 miles away with a range of shops, pubs and restaurants.

One of two apartments in this conversion, this property is situated on the first floor and accessed via an external flight of stairs. Inside, the tastefully decorated open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner provides plenty of usable space for two guests. The contemporary style used throughout creates a light and airy feel, making it the perfect environment for relaxing.

The double bedroom is once again contemporary and spacious, with its neutral tones making it feel restful. Outside the property, there is a small, private patio with garden furniture, which is a great place to sit and soak up the fresh country air. There is also a large, shared garden with BBQ.

Dartmoor is suited to those who enjoy exploring by foot, with places like Lydford Gorge (9 miles) providing particularly picturesque walks. There are also opportunities for those who enjoy cycling, with the Devon Cycle Network passing within one mile of the property. For those interested in history, the National Trust's Castle Drogo, a 1920s Art Deco castle, is worth the drive (27 miles) with stunning gardens and grounds to explore.

There are lots of other quaint towns and villages to explore within the National Park.