Burn Valley

Hidden away on the western slopes of Dartmoor National Park, Burn Valley sits between open moorland and the little River Burn, a few miles north of Tavistock. The owners found this spot in 2021 and set out to create somewhere guests could feel properly looked after, both by them and by nature. The result is a pair of dog-friendly cabins on Dartmoor where the only things you’ll need to switch on are the kettle and the log burner.

Orchard Cabin is a hideaway for two, set in a quiet, secluded corner among the apple trees. Inside there’s a king or twin bed, a log burner and a walk-in shower, and outside you’ll find a private deck, an outdoor bath and everything you need for cooking over an open fire. It’s made for slow mornings, afternoons with a book and evenings by the fire with your dog.

Meadow Cabin sleeps four, with a king or twin bed plus bunk beds, so it suits a small family. It sits on the edge of a wildflower meadow, and big windows look straight down the valley. There’s a log burner and shower inside, plus a private deck and outdoor bath that are perfect for a morning coffee or a sunset drink.

Both cabins are completely offline, with no WiFi and very little phone signal, so this is a proper chance to unplug. Linen, towels, firewood, basic kitchen supplies, tea and coffee are all included, and there are a few local treats waiting when you arrive. Travel cots are available on request.

Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome in either cabin, at £25 per dog per stay. Just let the team know when you book. There’s livestock and wildlife around the valley, so dogs stay on leads around the site.

Walks start right from your cabin. The open moor is a five-minute stroll up the lane, there’s ancient woodland and clean rivers to explore, and you can walk across the moor to three country pubs. The market town of Tavistock is a short drive away, and if you’d rather leave the car at home, the 118 bus from Okehampton station stops at the top of the lane.