The Old Post Office is such a picturesque cottage.
The master bedroom boasts a huge double bed and a fabulous en suite.
The en suite to the master bedroom comprises of a superb roll-top bath and luxury shower cubicle.
The cosy sitting-room is such a great place to snuggle up and relax following an action-packed day.
This cottage offers parking right outside your door.
Lovely outside seating area to enjoy a touch of al fresco dining.
The fabulous open plan flow gives this cottage a real sense of space and style.
Looking through to the kitchen, past the Bang & Olufsen TV. No expense has been spared in this beautiful cottage.
The breakfast-bar makes a great spot to enjoy a spot of cereal.
Peeking into the kitchen you will see the Nespresso coffee machine. Spoil yourself with the perfect cup of coffee.
The kitchen is carefully designed and fully equipped to make whipping up a feast a doddle.
Gathering around this beautiful dining-table is the perfect way to enjoy any meal.
Lovely open plan flow.
The stairs wind up from the ground floor, through the first floor and deliver you on the hallway on the second floor.
The master bedroom has this fabulously huge super-king size bed.
What a beautifully furnished en suite.
Looking back through to the hallway from the en suite bathroom.
The family bathroom boasts a lovingly restored fireplace. What a stunning piece of history.
Bedroom 2 is super welcoming.
Looking through bedroom 3 to bedroom 4.
Bedroom 3 is light and airy, furnished with a desk, this is a great spot to catch up on those demanding emails.
I'm not too sure how much work you will get done with a view like this!
Bedroom 4 is lovingly furnished and overlooks the picture-perfect church.
This pretty pub and restaurant is just yards away. The perfect spot for a bite to eat in the sun.
The beautiful church which neighbours The Old Post Office. What a pretty sight.
As you are situated on the eastern edge of Dartmoor, a visit to the beautiful moors is a must.
The scenery on Dartmoor is spectacular.
The Old Post Office
41482.7 miles SW of Bovey Tracey | Sleeps 6 + cot
7 Nights from £638
The location of attractions is intended only as a guide. Distances are 'as the crow flies'.
Nearby pub
Having recently undergone a big makeover, the Carpenters Arms is ready to welcome guests with warm hospitality and excellent home-cooked food. Bright, clean and cosy, the pub is very popular so booking ahead is advised.
October 2024
Warm welcome
Friendly landlady and staff and some decent veggie options. Dog friendly, nice atmosphere.
August 2022
Carpenters Arms, Ilsington
Village pub popular with both locals,and visitors. Good menu and friendly service.
July 2021
Great pub
Lovely pub serving classic pub food of very good quality. Seafood sharing platter was a great hit. Draught ales were perfectly kept. Staff were friendly and very helpful. We went twice during our stay. Dog friendly.
January 2020
Not as good as we had hoped.
The log burner was very smoky so windows had to be opened and the pub quickly got cold. The chef ran out of peas for our fish and chips, and although the steak pie was good, the veg consisted of sliced courgettes which were tasteless. Just a bit disappointing, considering we had booked a week before.
May 2019
Christine Weston
A really lovely pub serving good food and beer. Friendly service - a relaxing place to eat and drink.
October 2018
Popular
We were lucky enough to stay at The Old Post Office just around the corner from The Carpenter's Arms and we used it several times. Lovely welcoming atmosphere and the 'pub grub' menu was well cooked and presented. Would happily go back.
April 2010
Pretty and traditional 18th Century pub in an unspoilt little village. Popular with locals and visitors alike, good wholesome menu and friendly and attentive staff - plus a lovely log fire!
Nearby beach
Hugged by red cliffs thick with vegetation, Shaldon Beach sits at the mouth of the River Teign in Devon. Comprising of eye-catching red sand and a gently sloping shore, the beach is a popular spot in summer, providing a real haven for beach-lovers of all ages. Sit back and take in the views or try your hand at a favourite activity, this picture-postcard beach caters for everyone. For ease, facilities are located nearby and although there are no lifeguards, the beach is often used for watersports, including swimming, sailing and rowing.
June 2019
Dog walking
Most of Shaldon beach has a summer time ban on dog walking.
September 2016
Ness beach
Excellent beach. Not for the unfit as quite a lot of steps involved in getting down/up.
Great for our dog and quiet in September. Cafe by the car park (cheapish parking charges)
Nearby walk
Retrace the old route along which granite was exported from Dartmmor to the coast via the unique Haytor Granite Tramway and the Stover Canal. The Templer Way covers 18 miles between Haytor on Dartmoor and Teignmouth on Devon's south coast.
Nearby town
A bustling hub of activity, this town has an artsy-craftsy feel. It has all you need in terms of food and basics, and it’s a good bet for treats and presents, too.
September 2014
Crafty
Pretty town, nice independant shops and a fantastic craft centre in the old mill.
Also nearby
Agatha Christie's holiday home nestles on a crook of the River Dart in a beautiful woodland garden that is home to such horticultural treasures as Monterey pines, eucalyptus, China roses, myrtle and Turkey oaks. For a magical experience that's also kind to the environment, travel there by boat. 'Green ways' ferries leave from Dartmouth, Brixham and Torquay. Following a major restoration project, The National Trust has re-opened the house to the public, where quirky collections of memorabillia offer a glimpse into the private life of the well-loved crime writer. For house opening times and an events list, please visit the Web site.
October 2022
Better than Eden project
Really wonderful visit to greenway ,( the day before we had been to Eden project that was so disappointing compared to Greenway) interesting visit round house, and the gardens are wonderful the trees and plants labelled so helpful, my sister and I went on the ferry from Dittisham only a little ferry but great fun and only five minutes across estuary recommend as you can only park at Greenway for Three hours and it is all so fascinating there we spent longer than three hours. Well done to all at Greenway.
September 2021
Well worth a visit
Best place we visited
July 2021
Greenway
Former house of Agatha Christie
August 2020
Beautiful!
Amazing grounds and lovely views of the Dart.
October 2019
Lovely day out
This house is in the most beautiful spot, you could really imagine living there. The gardens are gorgeous and the walk beside the river is great for body and soul - look out for the resident seal!
August 2019
Well worth a visit
The setting exquisite. Such lovely views. A walk to the boathouse a must. Trails for the children excellent.
July 2014
The journey to the house by way of the National Trust ferry was enjoyable as was the walk back to Dartmouth along the Dart Valley Trail and ferry (higher or lower will do, the former is cheaper). Unfortunately the house itself was a little disappointing with an over cluttered interior that did not really tell any particular story. There were bits and pieces of interest but overall it seemed as though everything from different times and sources was put in that could be which detracted. The entry to the house is timed but we still felt that it was over-crowded and NT should consider making the house visits guided only. The walled gardens were good with a beautifully restored peach house providing a highlight.
June 2013
Well worth a visit to this house, an effort to get there as you can't go by car unless you pre-book. It was a nice ride there in the boat but you would need good weather. Lovely spring flowers in the grounds. Cafe/restaurant disappointing as there were no main meal available.
May 2012
Enjoyed by All
A lovely house in beautiful surroundings on the banks of the River Dart. Good to see the interiors haven't been messed around with and still look as if Agatha and her family have just popped out for a minute. I can see why she loved it so much and the gardens are a delight. Thoroughly enjoyed by all - including a 22 year old male! Well worth a visit but, if arriving by car, don't forget to pre-book a parking space.
November 2011
A lovely boat ride from Dartmouth, but overall the house was disappointing. A hotch potch interior and hard to believe it was inhabited up until 2004. All furniture pre-dates the turn of the last century. The children did enjoy completing their quiz sheets 'can you find' and I can really recommend the pasties in the coffee takeaway shop (not the main cafe).
March 2010
An inspirational place!
This beautiful house set in wonderful surrounding is well worth a visit. It is easy to see why Agatha Christie loved this place and penned a number of her novels here. The surrounding woodlands with views of the River Dart are superb. You can take a ferry from Dartmouth to get to Greenway but we chose to take the foot ferry from Dittisham (another charming little place). I would highly recommend a visit to this lovely area.
March 2009
Visiting Greenway is a lovely way to spend the day, they also have occasional events so it is worth having a look before you go to see if any take your fancy. If you like gardens, I would recommend visiting Greenway as I thoroughly enjoyed it.
November 2008
'The Loveliest Place in the World'
Agatha Christie was right to call this the 'loveliest place in the world'. Arriving by ferry is really the best way to see it. A stroll in the pretty woodland gardens followed by some delicious homemade food in the Barn Cafe, rounded off with the return trip on the ferry makes for a thoroughly enjoyable day out.
A delightful Dartmoor inn surrounded by moorland and close to the village centre. Food is home cooked and real ales are available. In winter a roaring log fire will keep you warm and during the summer months there's a sheltered garden with access via a bridge over a moorland stream. Dogs are welcome on a lead.
August 2024
Loved it so much we came back!
We came here early in our stay, based on the review in the cottage and enjoyed our meal so much we booked dinner for our last night too. Do book ahead - popular with locals and visitors for good reason!
August 2022
Great pub
Excellent food and lovely characterful pub.
April 2019
Recommended
Friendly staff, a good range of food and a great setting.
June 2017
We ate here twice whilst staying in Widecombe -it's a 'proper' rural pub with an exceptionally friendly landlord and a good variety of guest ales and wine. The menu was really interesting and the meals were generous and well cooked. The pub itself is small, but there is also a larger streamside beer garden. Would highly recommend - always lots of locals here too, which speaks volumes.
August 2009
Lovely old-fashioned homely pub by Widecombe in the Moor. Locally sourced food and real ales straight from the barrel.
A traditional English country inn near the famous Haytor Rocks on Dartmoor. Open log fires, excellent food (AA Rosette) and fine local ales make it an ideal refuelling stop for walkers.
August 2022
Rock Inn, Haytor Vale
Village location. Lovely menu but a bit on the expensive side. Nice for a special occasion. Book ahead, if eating, as restaurant is popular.
The very heart of Dartmoor, this village is tucked into breathtakingly beautiful countryside. A couple of friendly pubs, cosy tea-rooms serving cream teas and a blissful, far-from-the-modern-world atmosphere.
August 2024
Super breakfast!
We were sad to leave our lovely cottage at the end of the week, but cheered up enormously by a great Dartmoor breakfast at the Cafe on the Green!
August 2022
Don’t miss the Rugglestone Inn
A lovely village a short drive away with an excellent country pub serving great food.
April 2019
Pretty and popular
A lovely spot - popular during the day, sleepy and peaceful morning and evening. Very well located for walking the moors.
March 2010
A traditional village green overlooked by the beautiful church - a great place to picnic (don't share it with the ponies though!),
Shaldon is an unspoilt village situated on the mouth of the river Teign between Torquay and Teignmouth. It has a thriving livelyhood based on the estuary. On a clear day, Portland Bill can even be seen despite being 50 miles away. A pretty village with two churches, a boutique, butcher, coffee shop and many conserved areas for all to enjoy.
June 2019
Shaldon
The London, The Ferry Boat and the Clifford all good pubs. The London Inn and The Clipper are the places to eat.
September 2016
Shaldon village
Lovely walk with our dog along the estuary into Shaldon village with a few shops/cafes. London Inn pub by the bowling green friendly pub with excellent beer and food (Best to book for Sunday lunch). If you don't like the Hi De Hi type holiday with amusements and cheap trinket shops then this is a place to visit
January 2014
Very English Shaldon
A little hidden gem this village right on the seafront facing Teignmouth on the estuary, nice stylish shops and narrow streets with a bowling green and several nice pubs with good food.
October 2013
Lovely pretty village, with a host of beautiful places to eat and drink. We tried the live music at the Ferryboat Inn, and had a lovely early evening looking out over the harbour from their beer garden. The shops were good quality, though during the off-season (October) I presume they have shorter opening hours (10-4 average) and some appeared closed. Everyone we met was very friendly, and the atmosphere was relaxed and refined.
January 2012
Fabulous estuary village
Complete with its full range of shops, restaurants/pubs and beachesSo much to see- the village has a great website.
March 2009
Shaldon village life
Shaldon village hosts a variety of activities throughout the summer. There is a market on the village green in traditional costume every week and the well know water carnival where sand castle competitions and decorated boats abound. The highlight of the year has to be Shaldon Regatta, which takes place around the late summer bank holiday in August where everyone is welcome to enter and regatta boats are available if you don't have your own. Also five-a-side football, beach volleyball, swimming competitions and sandcastle competitions abound. Highly recommended.
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