A tranquil town in West Devon, Okehampton is the northern gateway to Dartmoor. Here you will find all main services, including a Waitrose, to top up the larder in your Devon self catering holiday cottage. A superb place for a weekend get-away to an idyllic holiday cottage, Okehampton is overflowing with romantic views and opportunities for walking. The Meldon Quarry Walk takes you six miles along some of the prettiest points of Dartmoor, while Granite Way is perfect if you bring your bike. The trail is also part of the Devon Coast to Coast route, offering breath-taking views along its entire length. Take some time off from walking by visiting the Plymouth Inn for a couple pints of real ale or a refreshing glass of wine, topped with good, traditional food. If the day is sunny, go to the Crossways Inn and soak up the afternoon rays in their beer garden.
Set in its own private grounds in Dartmoor National Park, Whitelady House is a stunning 6 bedroom Devon house with hot-tub. Whitelady House offers guests luxury self-catering accommodation. Guests can also choose to add a “Chalet” style catered option to their stay. Pets welcome.
Towns nearby
Okehampton
- Appledore
- Axminster
- Axmouth
- Barnstaple
- Beaford
- Beesands
- Bicknoller
- Bideford
- Bigbury-on-Sea
- Branscombe
- Bratton Fleming
- Braunton
- Brayford
- Brixham
- Broadwoodkelly
- Bucks Mills
- Cadhay
- Challacombe
- Chillington
- Chulmleigh
- Clawton
- Combe Martin
- Crediton
- Croyde
- Dartmouth
- Exeter
- Exmouth
- Georgeham
- Great Torrington
- Hallsands
- Honiton
- Ilfracombe
- Instow
- Kentisbeare
- Kentisbury
- Kingsbridge
- Lee Bay
- Lynmouth
- Lynton
- Malmsmead
- Newton Ferrers
- North Molton
- Ottery St Mary
- Parracombe
- Plymouth
- Salcombe
- Sidmouth
- Slapton
- South Molton
- Tavistock
- Torquay
- Totnes
- Westward Ho!
- Woolacombe
- Yelverton
Founded by the Saxons, Okehampton has a long and interesting past. Visit the Museum of Dartmoor Life to learn more through fun, interactive displays. Okehampton is not just for adults – kids have lots to choose from, too, such as a day trip to Okehampton Castle. The largest castle in Devon, there are rumours of hauntings – although that will be easily forgotten while playing around outside in the nearby woods, or when sitting down for a lovely picnic by the river. If local art is what you are after, then the Salar Gallery often exhibits the work of Devonian artists, showcasing talents from all corners of this wonderful county. Visit Simmons Park afterwards for more adventuring with the kids, or take some time to play cricket or have a go at the bowling green. The Bowden Hostas is also a great place to visit, which is home to the lovely Hostas plant – and as if all of this is not enough, there is also The Dartmoor Minature Pony Centre, which is as adorable as it sounds. Take the time to visit Okehampton, and see for yourself what it is all about from a holiday cottage nearby!
