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Pigwigs Place, Cornwood

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Pigwigs Place is a converted stone barn in South Devon with original features throughout. Exposed beams cross the ceilings. Stone walls frame the living spaces. The barn sits in rural Dartmoor National Park with open moorland views.

Fields surround the property. Dartmoor stretches beyond the garden. You can see wild ponies from the windows. The countryside is quiet and unspoilt.

The barn sleeps guests across well-appointed bedrooms with modern bathrooms. The open-plan kitchen flows into the living area. High ceilings create space and light. Original barn doors add character to the layout.

Buckfast Abbey stands 3 miles away (7 minutes). Dartmoor Zoo is 4 miles distant (10 minutes).

About Pigwigs Place

Pigwigs Place is a converted stone barn in South Devon with original features throughout. Exposed beams cross the ceilings. Stone walls frame the living spaces. The barn sits in rural Dartmoor National Park with open moorland views.

Fields surround the property. Dartmoor stretches beyond the garden. You can see wild ponies from the windows. The countryside is quiet and unspoilt.

The barn sleeps guests across well-appointed bedrooms with modern bathrooms. The open-plan kitchen flows into the living area. High ceilings create space and light. Original barn doors add character to the layout.

Buckfast Abbey stands 3 miles away (7 minutes). Dartmoor Zoo is 4 miles distant (10 minutes). River Dart Country Park offers activities 6 miles away (12 minutes). Plymouth's waterfront and historic Barbican lie 15 miles south (25 minutes).

Pigwigs Place suits families and groups wanting authentic barn living on Dartmoor. The moorland location and original stone features make this barn special.

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What Guests Love

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Original Stone Walls

Authentic barn character with thick stone walls that tell the story of the building's agricultural heritage and create a cosy atmosphere throughout.

Dartmoor National Park Setting

Direct access to moorland walks and wild landscapes where ponies roam freely across the ancient terrain just beyond the garden boundary.

Exposed Beam Ceilings

Traditional timber beams overhead showcase the barn's original structure and add warmth to every room in this carefully converted agricultural building.

Open-Plan Living Space

The kitchen and living area flow together under high barn ceilings creating a sociable space perfect for families and groups gathering together.

Rural Moorland Views

Windows frame sweeping views across Dartmoor's protected landscape with its distinctive granite tors and rolling hills stretching to the horizon.

Peaceful Countryside Location

Complete tranquillity in this quiet corner of Devon where the only sounds are birdsong and wind across the moor beyond the stone walls.

Getting To Pigwigs Place

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Pigwigs Place by car, take the A38 through Devon and exit towards Dartmoor National Park. The barn is accessible via country lanes and you'll have off-road parking available upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Totnes, approximately 8 miles from the property. From there, a taxi will take you through the moorland landscape to this converted stone barn.

Off-road parking available
Totnes station (8 miles)
Within Dartmoor National Park

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Dartmoor Zoo
Distance: 1.9 miles (7 min drive)
PL7 5FB
National Marine Aquarium
Distance: 9.2 miles (22 min drive)
PL4 0LF
Theden Animal Park
Distance: 24.9 miles (36 min drive)
TQ12 6QE
Dendles Wood NNR
Distance: 2.7 miles (11 min drive)
PL21 9RB
Two Moors Way
Distance: 3.5 miles (12 min drive)
Butterdon Hill
Distance: 6.1 miles (20 min drive)
PL21 0EU
Dartmoor Zoo Gift Shop
Distance: 2 miles (7 min drive)
PL7 5FB
Tesco Extra
Distance: 3.6 miles (11 min drive)
PL21 9PE
Lulu’s Bakery
Distance: 4.6 miles (11 min drive)
PL7 4AA
Ivybridge Station
Distance: 4.3 miles (14 min drive)
PL21 0PL
Ivybridge Community College Coach Park
Distance: 3.8 miles (13 min drive)
PL21 0BG
Exeter Airport
Distance: 41.1 miles (53 min drive)
EX5 2BD
Dartmoor Zoo
Distance: 1.9 miles (7 min drive)
PL7 5FB
National Marine Aquarium
Distance: 9.2 miles (22 min drive)
PL4 0LF
Theden Animal Park
Distance: 24.9 miles (36 min drive)
TQ12 6QE
Dendles Wood NNR
Distance: 2.7 miles (11 min drive)
PL21 9RB
Two Moors Way
Distance: 3.5 miles (12 min drive)
Butterdon Hill
Distance: 6.1 miles (20 min drive)
PL21 0EU
Dartmoor Zoo Gift Shop
Distance: 2 miles (7 min drive)
PL7 5FB
Tesco Extra
Distance: 3.6 miles (11 min drive)
PL21 9PE
Lulu’s Bakery
Distance: 4.6 miles (11 min drive)
PL7 4AA
Ivybridge Station
Distance: 4.3 miles (14 min drive)
PL21 0PL
Ivybridge Community College Coach Park
Distance: 3.8 miles (13 min drive)
PL21 0BG
Exeter Airport
Distance: 41.1 miles (53 min drive)
EX5 2BD

Is Pigwigs Place Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
Children can explore Dartmoor's moorland directly from the barn with safe walking routes across the national park. The garden provides outdoor play space surrounded by fields. Dartmoor Zoo sits 4 miles away while River Dart Country Park offers activities including adventure playgrounds and water sports. The open countryside setting gives kids freedom to run and play outdoors.
Groups Will Love...
The exposed timber beams crossing the barn's ceilings showcase the building's original agricultural structure. These traditional oak beams frame the living spaces and bedrooms throughout the conversion. Combined with the thick stone walls, they create authentic barn character that modern builds cannot replicate. The high vaulted ceilings emphasise the beams' scale and the barn's generous proportions beneath the original roof structure.
Pet Friendly
This barn conversion welcomes dogs to join your Dartmoor holiday. The surrounding moorland provides endless walking opportunities right from the door with trails crossing the national park in all directions. Fields border the property giving dogs space to exercise safely. The rural setting means your pets can enjoy countryside freedom while the stone barn provides a cosy base after outdoor adventures.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Pigwigs Place

The Tradesman's Arms

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TQ13 7PP

The Church House Inn

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TQ13 8DR

Riverford Field Kitchen

Located 9 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TQ9 6RL

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Pigwigs Place

Is Pigwigs Place pet friendly?
Yes, this barn conversion welcomes dogs so your pets can join you on this Dartmoor holiday. The surrounding moorland and fields provide excellent walking opportunities right from the door.
What original barn features does the property have?
The conversion retains exposed timber beams across the ceilings and original stone walls throughout the accommodation. High vaulted ceilings and traditional barn doors preserve the agricultural character of the building.
How many people does this barn conversion sleep?
The barn provides comfortable accommodation for families and groups with multiple bedrooms and modern bathrooms. The open-plan layout makes the most of the barn's generous proportions and original structure.
What is the location like around the barn?
Pigwigs Place sits within Dartmoor National Park surrounded by open moorland and fields. Wild ponies graze nearby and the views stretch across unspoilt Devon countryside with granite tors visible in the distance.
What can we do on Dartmoor from this barn?
Walking trails cross the moor directly from the property with routes suitable for all abilities. The national park offers rock climbing, cycling, wild swimming in rivers and exploring ancient stone circles and settlements.
Is the barn close to any towns or attractions?
Buckfast Abbey with its working monastery is 3 miles away while Dartmoor Zoo sits 4 miles distant. Plymouth's historic waterfront lies 15 miles south and the market town of Totnes is easily reached for shopping.
What makes this barn conversion special?
The authentic stone construction and exposed beams create genuine barn character while the Dartmoor setting provides immediate access to protected moorland. Few barn conversions offer such direct access to a national park from the garden.
Is there parking at the barn?
Off-road parking is provided at the property for guest vehicles. The rural location means you'll need a car to explore the surrounding area and reach nearby towns and attractions across Devon.

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