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Acorn Farm

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· Okehampton, England

45 acres hosted by Chris And Tracey C.

1 lodging site

· 6 beds · 1 toilet

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A rustic dog-friendly glamping site on the edge of Dartmoor

There’s something enchanting about glamping site Acorn Farm, which sits in the very middle of Devon. It might be the free-range pigs, chicken and sheep, it might be the tucked-away valley setting or the mix of meadows and woodland. Or it might just be the fact that it’s on a ley line that connects Cornwall with Glastonbury. There’s also the accommodation itself. The site is home to two off-grid, private encampments. There’s a bell tent for two in its own three-acre field, and a handbuilt tipi, sleeping up to six, in another. Both are charming hideaways on a farm that’s a five-minute walk from a pub, less than five miles from Dartmoor and midway between Devon’s north and south coasts.

The location makes Acorn Farm a great base from which to explore all of Devon and a great place to stop off on journey’s further into the West Country too. Those ley lines are not just energetic connections but handy geographical ones as well. And whether you’re here for a couple of night’s stopover or a week’s holiday, you’ll find it easy to settle in. Host Chris meets you in the farmyard and, depending on the weather, either leads you down or takes you in his Landy to your chosen spot. You won’t need much to stay here because Chris has thought of just about everything.

A torch, a towel and something for your tea – that’s just about all you’ll need. Your shelter has been pre-made, the beds have linen and the logs are waiting to be chopped. Each encampment has a camp kitchen and its own shower and compost loo. Holly Bush, which is just for two, is a four-metre bell tent bedroom with a tarp-covered camp kitchen. Pixie Woods, meanwhile, is a tipi built by Chris, with a camp kitchen in a pseudo-shepherd’s hut outside. Both are enchanting places to stay.

Pixie Woods is a huge home made Tipi which has 6 comfortable beds, a lounge area and a small internal firepit. Set in it's own 4 acre field. Outside there is a shepherd hut kitchen area. This contains – table and chairs, twin gas hob, all the pots, pans, kettle, cutlery, mugs, glasses, cool box. Salt n pepper, cooking oil, tea and coffee, sugar. Fire starter kit. An outside fire pit with a BBQ tripod and free logs. We also leave a bottle of wine, cheese and some crisps as a welcome gift. Walk into the woods and you will find your own private shower hut with hot mains water. There is also a large sink for washing up. There is another separate hut which is your own compost toilet. A short 5 minute walk up the fields will take you to the front door of the pub. (Which is very good)

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4 Ratings · 3 reviews

Sophie H.recommends

August 28, 2023

Pixie Woods

Had a fantastic time despite storm Betty! Host Chris made us very welcome, and was so very accommodating with Granny - who is a bit frail and hasn’t camped since she was a child. Kids had the best time making dens in the woods, chopping logs and petting the cutest piglets. I loved the woodland shower. We will be back to stay in the Pagan Tree Circle. Can’t wait. Thank you Chris and Tracey.

Thomas H.recommends

August 23, 2023

Leafy Bottom

We had a wonderful time during our stay at Chris and Tracey's glampsite. It is such a peaceful place that is well equipped for the perfect experience. Our two young boys loved the piglets and enjoyed getting back to nature playing in the woods.

Felix C.recommends

July 25, 2023

Holly Bush

Off-grid in the heart of Devon

Acorn farm is a fantastically magical, off-grid, and nature focused site. It’s teaming with wildlife and farm animals such as owls, foxes, sheep and pigs. Tracey and Chris are incredibly friendly, welcoming and great hosts. If you’re looking to camp out in the wilderness in complete privacy then this is definitely the site for you. Each tent has its own field, compost toilet, hot shower and kitchen facilities nearby and everything is reclaimed and handmade by Chris and Tracey. It has a wonderful rustic and charming feel. Cooking can be done on either the double gas hob or over the open fire and all utensils, pots and pans, etc. are provided. Each site is very well kitted out with everything you could need to enjoy a brilliant stay. The tall, wild grass fields entice all manner of butterflies, crickets and minibeasts, creating a lovely atmosphere for the site. Each tent has its own fun theme relative to its location and are accessed via 4x4 on farm tracks, which really enhances that off-grid feel. There’s plenty of space to go exploring on the land and surrounding areas, being just on the edge of Dartmoor national park. A village shop is located only half a mile from the farm house which is well stocked with local produce and friendly staff. I can’t recommend Acorn Farm enough! Thanks so much for having me.

Location

Okehampton, England, United KingdomTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Chris And Tracey C.

Joined in February 2023

From the host

We have a small mixed farm of 45 acres, with sheep, miniature pigs, chicken and dogs. The farm has five pockets of mature woodland with grass meadows in between. Our guests can use the whole of the farm and come and meet the animals. If the weather is good our guests can drive right up to their tents but i do have a Land Rover should anyone need it. There is, in the middle of our farm - a Pagan Tree circle which dates back to before the village church was built. It is also the center point of Devon and is on the main lay-line from Cornwall to Glastonbury. Our village has a fabulous pub, The Tom Cobley and there is also a very good village shop. We also welcome children and dogs

Nearby attractions

Beyond the farm boundaries, you can walk out into the undulating countryside on local footpaths or drive a short distance to reach Dartmoor National Park. The park boundary is less than four miles to the south. Within it, there’s plenty of opportunity for wild swimming, walking, horse riding and more. One of the most popular places to explore, Castle Drogo and the Teign Gorge, are just eight miles away. The castle was the last to be built in England, between 1911 and 1930, and is open to visitors thanks to the National Trust. It stands above the Teign Gorge where you can enjoy a riverside, woodland walk. Another National Trust site, Finch Foundry, is five miles from site and Lydford Gorge, with its 30-metre waterfall, is 20 miles away (about half an hour in the car). The market town of Okehampton (nine miles) is a nice place to spend an afternoon with shops, eateries, a museum and the remains of the second oldest Norman castle in the country. If you want a day at the beach you can head north or south. It’s about an hour’s drive to either coast – Bude on the north coast of Cornwall is just over 30 miles. Paignton, on Devon’s south coast, is about the same.

Food and drink

Acorn Farm is a five-minute walk from the centre of the village of Spreyton. There’s a community-run village shop which is well stocked and a pub, The Tom Cobley, too. Both are half a mile from the site. Farmer Luxton’s Farm Shop (nine miles) is another good place to stock up on local produce and has a cafe which does recommended breakfasts too. For more than that Okehampton is just beyond with independent eateries, shops and supermarkets.

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