A three-bedroom attached barn conversion on the edge of Dartmoor with some superb moorland views, parking and shared outhouse. Rent includes private water, drainage, Starlink internet and oil-fired heating. Council tax and electricity payable separately. Ideal for quiet rural living. Please note there is no garden or outside space with the property. Council Tax Band C. Shared oil central heating. Private water and drainage. Pets considered.
THE PROPERTY Set in a beautifully peaceful position on the edge of Dartmoor, this charming four-bedroom furnished cottage offers a rare opportunity to enjoy true countryside living, with wide open moorland views and a wonderful sense of space and calm.
Located approximately one mile from the picturesque village of North Bovey and two miles from Manaton, the cottage is ideally placed for those seeking fresh air, walking routes and a slower pace of life, while remaining within easy reach of local amenities and surrounding towns.
The accommodation includes a dual aspect living room, fitted kitchen, ground floor bathroom, generous landing, three double bedrooms and one twin bedroom – enjoying far-reaching views across the Moor – along with a modern shower room. Outside, there is a useful shared outhouse with the potential to use a washing machine and tumble dryer, together with private allocated parking.
The property sits adjacent to the landlord's home and enjoys a particularly tranquil setting, making it perfect for those who value privacy, space and rural surroundings.
The rent includes private water, drainage, shared heating and starlink broadband, subject to a fair use policy.
TENANCY SUITABILITY This property is ideally suited to professional tenants or those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle who will appreciate the peaceful location and proximity to neighbouring properties.
Applicants should note the countryside setting and shared environment when considering suitability for their individual circumstances.
LOCATION North Bovey is one of the most sought after villages on the eastern side of Dartmoor, as it combines unspoiled charm and community with accessibility to the open spaces of Dartmoor, whilst remaining close to Moretonhampstead and Chagford and commutable to Exeter. Much of the village is designated a conservation area of vernacular granite and thatched houses and cottages arranged around the village green, the Ring of Bells pub, and the 13th and 15th century St John's parish church. The luxury hotel Bovey Castle is on the outskirts of the village.
The two nearby moorland towns of Chagford and Moretonhampstead offer most everyday amenities including specialty shops, health centre, clubs and societies There is access into Exeter and the M5 motorway via the picturesque and uncongested B3212. In Exeter there are railway stations with mainline connections to London (Paddington and Waterloo), access onto the M5 motorway and an international airport.
TENANCY TERMS Holding Deposits:
A holding deposit equal to1 weeks rent is payable upon the start of the application.
Successful applications - any holding deposit will be offset against the Initial Rent and Deposit, with the agreement of the payee.
Fees- Payable in accordance with the Tenant Fees Act 2019:
Additional variable charges may apply during the course of the tenancy or at the end and are detailed within the Tenancy Agreement, EG: Variation of Contract - £50.00 (Inc VAT) per agreed variation.
For more information read our full Tenants Fees and Charges - http://bit.ly/30Rs0KM
Deposit:
A deposit equal to 5 weeks rent ( 6 weeks where the annual rent is greater than £50,000). The deposit and first months rent will be payable once the references have been passed and before the tenancy commences.
Our Tenant Referencing and Guide can be read here - http://bit.ly/2HIBkJE
A copy of our Tenancy Agreement is available to read by clicking this link - http://bit.ly/2wrZRMy
Tenant Protection
Sawdye & Harris is a member of RICS Client Money Protection Scheme, which is a client money protection scheme, and also a member of The Property Ombudsman, which is a redress scheme. You can find out more details on our website or by contacting us directly.
If you have any queries please contact us.
I’M INTERESTED TO LOOK! WHAT NEXT? We can book you a viewing appointment - Please phone, email or call into the office and we would be only too happy to help and answer any questions you might have.
I want to APPLY! What next?
You'll need to complete our online application form through our referencing company CANOPY - we can send you a link to your email. We also need to check your ID so that we comply with the Right to Rent check, which is a legal requirement for all tenancies.
HELP - I need more information on the whole renting process!
We're here to hold your hand through the entire process. So, get in touch with the team at Sawdye & Harris - We are a friendly bunch, helpful, knowledgeable so do just get in touch.
You can also find out more in our step by step Guide to renting here: http://bit.ly/2HIBkJE
PLEASE NOTE The Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024, in force from April 2025, requires letting agents to provide clear and accurate material information so tenants can make informed choices before committing to a tenancy.
At Sawdye & Harris, we are committed to transparency and fairness in all our property marketing. The information provided in this listing or brochure is given in good faith, based on details supplied by the landlord and/or publicly available data sources.
Please note:
All information, including property features, room sizes, council tax bands, and permitted use, should be verified independently or through your legal adviser.
Descriptions are not to be relied upon as statements of fact, and all material details should be confirmed before proceeding with an application or tenancy agreement.
If you have any questions about what is included with the tenancy or about any aspect of the property, please contact us prior to viewing or applying.
VIEWINGS Strictly by appointment with the award winning estate agents, Sawdye & Harris, at their Dartmoor Office - 01364 652652
Email - hello@sawdyeandharris.co.uk
If there is any point, which is of particular importance to you with regard to this property then we advise you to contact us to check this and the availability and make an appointment to view before travelling any distance.
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