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Dating back to Saxon times Longbow Barns is situated high up in the town of Dartmouth, Devon with commanding views down through the trees, over the town and out to the Dart estuary and sea, yet only a short distance down into the town and all its amenities.

One of the attractions of the Barn is that it comprises two apartments (Upper accommodates 4) (Lower accommodates 6) that can be rented separately or combined to give accommodation for up to 10. The Barn offers the perfect location for a family holiday or a get together with friends. We offer weekly holidays or short breaks of either 2 or 3 nights or 4 or 5 nights duration (no pets.)

The beautiful town of Dartmouth, lies at the mouth of the River Dart with wonderful views, coast and country walks and opportunities for water sports, close to beaches and the spectacular Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks. Dartmouth is an ideal location for a self-catering holiday all year round.


Longbow Barns self-catering Dartmouth Devon

Longbow Barns self-catering Dartmouth Devon

Longbow Barns self catering accommodation Dartmouth South Devon. Located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, The South Hams. It is understood that a farm has existed on the site of Longbow Barns since Saxon times which was listed in the Domesday Book and continued to be a working farm until 1974. It is also believed that the 'Lord of Norton' occupied the farm in Norman times and it formed the centre of the Townstal community which was of great importance in Saxon times because the water margins were then still at risk from Viking raids. The larger barn originally consisted of round stone pillars (Which are still part of the structure today) which would have been boarded in at the first floor level and open on the ground floor. The Elizabethan additions consisted of constructing archways between the pillars and stonework above and Owlway windows were constructed in the first floor stonework to encourage owls to occupy the upper floor where grain would have been stored.

http://www.dartmouth-history.org.uk
Longbow Barns self-catering holiday accommodation in Dartmouth.

Longbow Barns self-catering holiday accommodation in Dartmouth.

The beauty of Longbow Barns is that it is an ancient dwelling with all the comforts expected of modern self-catering holiday cottages including wi-fi internet connection. The upper apartment is heated by electric night storage and optional central heating. The lower apartment is heated by gas central heating. All the bedrooms have their own bath or shower rooms, three of them are en-suite. There is ample parking on the large forecourt and both apartments have their own separate gardens with views over the roof tops of Dartmouth, the river Dart estuary and out to sea. The accommodation at Longbow is available for booking all year round subject to availability.

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk/Dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx
Our neighbours.The Britannia Royal Naval College

Our neighbours.The Britannia Royal Naval College

Britannia Royal Naval College. Guided Historical Tours Easter-October Most Wednesdays & Sundays. Tele: 01803 834224.

http://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/operations-and-support/establishments/training-establishments/brnc-dartmouth/history/
Sea view at Longbow Barns Dartmouth. Self-catering holidays South Devon

Sea view at Longbow Barns Dartmouth. Self-catering holidays South Devon

Longbow Barns apartments have separate gardens with estuary and sea view.

http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/7days.asp
Blackpool Sands Beach in South Hams Devon.

Blackpool Sands Beach in South Hams Devon.

Blackpool Sands, just ten minute drive from Longbow Barns.

http://www.blackpoolsands.co.uk
Longbow Barns. Self-catering cottages South Devon.

Longbow Barns. Self-catering cottages South Devon.

Upper apartment large sitting room with large screen digital freeview TV/DVD/Video. Wi-fi internet access. Night storage and central heating

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk/dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx
Chinese Coffer

Chinese Coffer

Antiques from China. As supplied to Longbow Barns upper apartment by Sakura, 15 Duke Street, Dartmouth, South Devon TQ6 9PY. Tele: 01803 833441

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk/dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx
The Dartmouth Embankment and the visiting cruise ship Braemar.

The Dartmouth Embankment and the visiting cruise ship Braemar.

Just a ten minute walk from Longbow Barns down to the Dartmouth Embankment towards the town centre.

http://www.marinetraffic.com
Slapton Ley Nature Reserve just 20-minutes from Longbow Barns. Self-catering South Hams

Slapton Ley Nature Reserve just 20-minutes from Longbow Barns. Self-catering South Hams

Slapton Ley. Europe's largest Fresh water nature reserve next to the sea. Slapton Sands, 3-miles of beautiful pebble beach.

http://www.slnnr.org.uk
Longbow Barns lower apartment garden

Longbow Barns lower apartment garden

Access to the lower apartmentment garden is through the sitting room French windows and out to the patio with bench/barbeque/lawned garden with open tea room/table and chairs/sun beds. Views down to the river Dart across to Kingswear, estuary and out to sea.

http://www.longbowbarns.co.uk/Dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx
Self-catering South Devon

Self-catering South Devon

Longbow Barns self catering accommodation in beautifull Dartmouth, South Devon

http://www.dartmouth-history.org.uk
Some of our visitors comments while enjoying their Dartmouth self-catering holidays.

Some of our visitors comments while enjoying their Dartmouth self-catering holidays.

Wonderful time. Could stay forever will be back soon From M + K P, L *** If it were ours we would'nt share it !!... so glad that you do! From N, A + D *** From the moment we stepped inside Longbow we felt right at home it is a wrench to leave this lovely place. Thank you so much. From P S DT *** We have all had a wonderful time. Loved the Barn and the furnishings - The accommodation is excellent. From E C *** Wonderful. Looking forward to our next visit. From The B family *** A delightful stay, beautiful views. From H & RS,AS *** Excellent accommodation provided a good base for a great weekend!! From N + G *** Just as good second time round! We love this place + Dartmouth - Thank you. FromT + B *** A lovely stay in this great Barn. Loads of fattening pasties, cream teas and best bitter. From J & DW P & KF *** Thank you so much. This is a wonderful place to stay in. From SC Athens Greece *** Dartmouth is very nice and the cottage is beautiful. Enjoyed Holiday! Thank you very much merci beaucoup. From CN France *** Great stay. Lovely time. Excellent eating places. From CL *** Just visiting but truely impressed. Superb location, too. From AD *** Wonderful accommodation - and we've really enjoyed Dartmouth Devon. Thank you. From R & W family *** Very comfortable accommodation & wonderfuly convenient for the wedding. From H family & friends *** We've had a wonderful time, there is everything you can possibly need here. Happy New Year Thankyou. From C & T C & S K & A *** A hidden treasure, so glad we found it!!! From M,MJ, & Gang **** Looked Great on the website, even better in reality. We will be back!! From C S H S ***This is a little bit of paradise Thankyou for sharing it: From R & JM *** Thank you for sharing a little heaven in Devon. Every thing superb! From Mr & Mrs T. G *** The barn was a superb place to stay. Absolutely immaculate and everything you could wish for. It felt like home - weather has been fantastic. We will be back. From Mr & Mrs AF *** We enjoyed a lovely holiday at Longbow excellent accommodation, with stunning views. We would love to come back. From A & DP *** Nice cottage, wonderful weather, friendly people, lovely landscape,..- great holiday (We hope to come back once again!!) From F, E, D, and SE Austria *** Wonderful place to come home to after days on the beach. Cream teas at Torcross, Pizza & dips at the Dartmouth Arms' are a must! (So is a visit to the Castle) Crabbing is best at Bayards Cove! Thank you for a lovely holiday *** From S, T J & R + L *** Fabulous Barn & weekend, love Dartmouth - would definately come again-Thanks! From S & GJ *** Great time again. Weather was good and dartmouth was wonderful as ever. From B,A,I & OR *** What a lovely place to stay with the added bonus of wall to wall sunshine for weeks, perfect holiday. From D & HS *** The accommodation 5 xxxxx. Made our holiday. Perfect. Keep up the standard. From M family ***

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk
Upper Apartment Sitting Room

Upper Apartment Sitting Room

Plenty of room for eating in at Longbow Barns.

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk/Dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx
Upper apartment sitting room. Self-catering Dartmouth.

Upper apartment sitting room. Self-catering Dartmouth.

Relax in the upper apartment sitting room. Views of Kingswear and the river Dart Estuary.

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk/Dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx
Upper Apartment Sitting Room

Upper Apartment Sitting Room

Relax in the sitting room settees.

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk/Dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx
Upper Apartment Lobby

Upper Apartment Lobby

The Lobby. The stairs have been hand carved from red pine trees, procured from the Dartmouth Royal Naval College. The lobby and landing lighting system is operated by automatic cieling sensors.

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk/Dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx
Upper Apartment

Upper Apartment

King size double en-suite bedroom with night storage heating and digital freeview television/DVD.

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk/Dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx
Upper Apartment Twin Bedroom

Upper Apartment Twin Bedroom

Twin bedroom with en-suite shower. Digital freeview TV/DVD. Night storage heating.

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk/Dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx
Upper apartment garden.

Upper apartment garden.

The upper apartment garden is terraced with table/chairs/barbeque. The lawn is surrounded with fruit trees/shrub fencing and has bench/sun beds. View out to the river Dart estuary and the sea.

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk/Dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx
Upper Apartment Kitchen

Upper Apartment Kitchen

Upper apartment kitchen. All electric and fully equipped with refrigerator and dishwasher. Separate utility room with Freezer and Washing m/c.

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk/Dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx

Longbow Barns Upper Apartment

Awaiting photo. Dartmouth self-catering apartments.

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk
Lower Apartment Sitting Room

Lower Apartment Sitting Room

Lower apartment sitting room with 3-settees and digital freeview TV/DVD. Centraly heated and double glazed. French windows to the patio and garden.

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk/Dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx
Lower Apartment Kitchen.

Lower Apartment Kitchen.

Lower Apartment kitchen is a good size, fully equiped with gas hob/electric cooker/fridge/freezer/dish-washer/washer-dryer and seating for eight people. View to the garden and over the town to Kingswear.

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk/Dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx
Lower Apartment Double Bedroom. Self-catering cottages Dartmouth

Lower Apartment Double Bedroom. Self-catering cottages Dartmouth

Lower Apartment double bedroom with corner sink. Digital freeview TV/DVD. Central heating and electric. The bedroom has its own bath/shower/wc.

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk/Dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx
Lower Apartment Twin Bedroom.

Lower Apartment Twin Bedroom.

Lower apartment twin bedroom with its own corner bathroom. Digital freeview TV/DVD. Centraly heated.

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk/Dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx

Lower Apartment Twin Bedroom Bathroom .

Lower apartment twin bedroom corner bath-shower room/wc. Central heated and ceiling mounted electric blower.

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk/Dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx
Lower Apartment Double En-suite Bedroom.

Lower Apartment Double En-suite Bedroom.

Lower apartment en-suite bedroom is centraly heated with digital freeview TV with en-suite shower/wc.

http://www.dartmouthselfcatering.co.uk/Dartmouth/LongbowBarns/Rooms.aspx
The World

The World

The Cruise ship "The World" visiting Dartmouth. Many Ships visit Dartmouth during the year. Details can be seen on the dartharbour link.

http://www.dartharbour.org/visiting-ships