LOCATION AND PLACES OF INTEREST
Belstone is easily accessed from the A30 and the ancient market town of Okehampton is 3 miles away. Directions to The Barton are available on request.
Walking
With walking the most obvious attraction, we have a supply of local maps and guide books to help you plan your walks and make the most of your stay on Dartmoor . You can walk onto the open moor from the house. Belstone's position on the moor means Dartmoor ponies and cattle roam free and are often grazing around the village, so mind them on your way past!
Village Stocks!
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Cycling
Cycling is also popular and we can arrange for bicycles to be delivered to the house from Devon Cycle Hire.
The Granite Way starts in Okehampton.
Riding
For those of you who prefer admire the scenery from the saddle, there are two riding stables in the village, offering a variety of rides across Dartmoor for all abilities.
Eastlake Stables (open all year) and Skaigh Stables are in the village .
Because the village of Belstone is situated in the heart of Devon, it makes an ideal base for visiting the West Country's other attractions.
'View from Steeperton Tor'
Within easy driving distance
- The north and south Devon coasts – beautiful beaches and walks
- Historic city of Exeter – magnificent cathedral and brand new shopping centre
- The Eden project – approximately an hours drive away
- National Trust Properties and Gardens - Castle Drogo, Finch Foundry, Lydford Gorge
- Other famous gardens such as RHS Gardens Rosemoor
- Fly fishing and golfing – including Bovey Castle at Moretonhampstead - your host Chris can provide first hand information on many lakes and golf courses in Devon and Cornwall .
We have no light pollution in this scenic part of Devon , on a clear night the stars are wonderful.
