Blackadon Farm

An outstanding opportunity to purchase a successful and multi award-winning self-catering holiday complex situated in a unique position within the stunning scenery of both the South Hams and Dartmoor National Park.

Introduction - A highly successful, recently refurbished, holiday complex with detached farmhouse, lying between Dartmoor National Park and the glorious South Hams with stunning views.

The property has recently been subject to a refurbishment programme and an overhaul of the business and now attracts significant business turnover with the vast majority from direct bookings. This provides the enviable opportunity to step into a successful business generating significant cashflow and forward bookings from day one.

The accommodation has been cleverly promoted via social media, news media and awards promotions as well as an excellent website and now attracts a wide range of guests from large groups to couples and, in particular, the retreat market.

This property gives the chance of an excellent home with significant income attached and the opportunity to connect in a multitude of ways with the stunning surrounding countryside and coastline of the area.

Situation - The property lies in an elevated position just outside Ivybridge and within the Dartmoor National Park. Whilst enjoying a tucked away location with fields adjoining, excellent access is available to road, rail networks as well as shopping and commercial/schooling facilities.

Ivybridge, just 2 miles away, provides a mainline rail station to London Paddington (direct in 3 hours) as well as a good range of local shops, supermarkets and schooling.

The A38 Devon Expressway is just 2 miles, also connecting to the M5 at Exeter and in the other direction, leading down to the delights of Cornwall.

The south coast is just 12 miles, with resorts such as Bigbury-on-Sea, with its famous offshore neighbour, Burgh Island, as well as Salcombe, Kingsbridge and Dartmouth within the area. Walkers will note there are multiple exceptional footpaths in close proximity including the South West Coastal Path and the Two Moors Way.

The Farmhouse - A late Victorian stone and brick house which has been recently improved. The house enjoys outstanding views from some of the front facing windows and has a traditional layout of accommodation briefly comprising, enclosed entrance porch leading to a central hall with staircase. A sitting room lies to the front with sliding glazed doors to a further reception/study beyond. The dining room is also off the hallway to the front. Towards the rear a utility room provides large built-in cupboards and plumbing for washing machine and a cloakroom is accessed from the hall with WC. A rear hall provides rear/garden access and a cloaks space. Beyond this is the kitchen/breakfast room which overlooks the garden.

A separate annex is located to the rear of the kitchen with external access and provides a single room requiring some updating with kitchen space and an en-suite shower room adjoining. This could provide potential for a small self-contained studio for occupation or other uses subject to permissions required.

Upstairs are three bedrooms and a large luxury family bathroom with bath, two wash hand basins, WC and separate shower.

The Cottages - A superb range of cottages, all refurbished recently and presented to a high standard. Great flexibility is provided with cottages ranging from sleeps 25 to sleeps 2 with almost all bedrooms having ensuite facilities. Additionally, the properties offer considerable flexibility which proves very popular with the large group market with three of the cottages being able to connect and sleep up to 32. All the cottages have modern fitted kitchens with integral appliances, with the largest unit having a range cooker and American-style fridge, together with the appropriate group dining space.

The cottages comprise:-

Barn 1 – With 10 en-suite bedrooms, split into two with upper and lower sections, both with 5 en-suite bedrooms and respective lounge/dining/kitchens.

Sleeps up to 25.

Barn 2 – 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, town house style cottage. Can be connected to The Great Barn internally.

Sleeps 6.

Barn 3 – 3 Bedroom cottage, 2 bathrooms. Sleeps 6.

Barn 4 – 2 Bedroom cottage, 2 bathrooms. Sleeps 4.

Barn 5 – 2 Bedroom cottage, 1 bathroom. Sleeps 4.

Barn 6 – 1 Bedroom cottage with en-suite. Sleeps 2.

The Business - The owners have quickly established a successful business. Recent highly coveted awards won include ‘Visit England’, ‘Best Self-Catering Accommodation in the South West’ (Gold) and ‘Best Self-Catering Accommodation in Devon’ (Gold), both given in Spring 2022, as well being the only self catering complex in the South Hams with Gold Green Tourism status. These awards, and others not mentioned, underline the successful way in which this business has established a fine reputation and provides a broad range of customer needs within the accommodation market for both small and large groups.

Further facilities provided on site enhance this with a large multi-function room providing a yoga studio/meeting space/games room as well as a drying room (very handy for winter moorland walkers or wetsuits in the summer!) and a laundry. Basic accounts can be made available to bona fide potential purchasers following a viewing. Superfast wi-fi is available across all the cottages and the farmhouse.

Gardens, Outbuildings And Land - The property comprises 2.44 acres in all and has varied areas providing a range of opportunities and environments. The gardens surround the farmhouse and are laid mainly to lawn, with a patio in front of the kitchen. Within this area is a small orchard. Beyond this is a modern timber double garage and workshop/store, a sizable modern building providing ample space for vehicles, hobbies and general storage with power connected. Beyond this are two small paddocks and a small donkey/goat stable.

Above the house, garden areas for guests provide lawned seating space, an orchard and, at the top, a barbeque terrace. This is the perfect spot to sit with the best views on site all the way to the south coast. Redundant piggery buildings could provide further opportunities, subject to planning consent.

Behind the cottages lies a beautiful copse with an established woodland walk and sitting spaces. Further outbuildings provide storage and plant room for the water treatment facilities.

Services - Mains electricity, gas and drainage.
Private borehole water supply (mains connection available if ever needed).

Outgoings - Farmhouse – Council Tax Band F
Holiday Cottages – Rateable value £18,000

Local Authority - South Hams District Council


Directions - Travelling west, turn left off the A38 at Wrangaton, signposted Wrangaton, Modbury and Yealmpton. At the ‘T’ junction turn right, signposted Bittaford, Ivybridge. At the next ‘T’ turn left on the B3213 to Ivybridge. Shortly after turn 2nd right into Green Lane. At the top turn left and follow this road for approximately 0.8 miles. Turn right into Moorhaven Village and follow the road up through the village, continuing and at the end bear right and up the hill and the property can be found on the right. Take the 2nd drive and park at the top.

Viewings - Strictly by appointment through Stags Holiday Complex Department on

Disclaimer - These particulars are a guide only and should not be relied upon for any purpose.



Marketed by: Stags, Plymouth