Welcome to The Aval Loft - the most idyllic countryside retreat for two.
This is a very special home away from home.
The bedroom is quite simply gorgeous.
The en suite bathroom is a real treat.
Just soak up that view - it's a real escape away from it all.
The no expense spared kitchen will certainly not disappoint.
The Aval Loft - is our luxury self catering retreat in the heart of the countryside.
Take a pew at the breakfast-bar.
The lovely sofa invites you to snuggle up together.
The gorgeous sitting-area has everything you could want in your home away from home.
The toasty wood-burner makes this a perfect retreat whatever the weather.
There is incredible attention to detail throughout.
From the sofa you can really enjoy the setting.
The restful tones and most sumptuous bed will ensure you have a blissful night's sleep.
The bed is dressed to perfection.
The styling throughout is stunning.
Take a moment out for coffee and a good book.
One of the original window openings.
Take a peek into the en suite.
The en suite bathroom is a real treat with a super walk-in shower and free-standing bath.
Enjoy some quality 'me' time having a leisurely holiday soak.
Steps lead up to the door into the living-room and there is also a door to bedroom on the ground floor - saves lumbering your cases up and down the stairs.
Enjoy time simply lying on the loungers.
With such a setting you are sure to dine 'out' as much as you can.
Set in the tranquil countryside this is the place to unwind and totally relax.
Just down the road is Horsebridge which crosses the River Tamar, the natural boundary between Devon and Cornwall.
The Royal Inn at Horsebridge is popular with locals and visitors alike.
Hire a canoe or kayak and discover all the delights along the River Tamar.
Spend the day exploring the glorious gardens and historic house of Cotehele (National Trust).
The beaches on both the north and south coast are easily accessible.
The Norman keep of Launceston Castle (English Heritage).
Welcome to The Aval Loft - the most idyllic countryside retreat for two. - Thumbnail Image
This is a very special home away from home. - Thumbnail Image
The bedroom is quite simply gorgeous. - Thumbnail Image
The en suite bathroom is a real treat. - Thumbnail Image
Just soak up that view - it's a real escape away from it all. - Thumbnail Image
The no expense spared kitchen will certainly not disappoint. - Thumbnail Image
The Aval Loft - is our luxury self catering retreat in the heart of the countryside. - Thumbnail Image
Take a pew at the breakfast-bar. - Thumbnail Image
The lovely sofa invites you to snuggle up together. - Thumbnail Image
The gorgeous sitting-area has everything you could want in your home away from home. - Thumbnail Image
The toasty wood-burner makes this a perfect retreat whatever the weather. - Thumbnail Image
There is incredible attention to detail throughout. - Thumbnail Image
From the sofa you can really enjoy the setting. - Thumbnail Image
The restful tones and most sumptuous bed will ensure you have a blissful night's sleep. - Thumbnail Image
The bed is dressed to perfection. - Thumbnail Image
The styling throughout is stunning. - Thumbnail Image
Take a moment out for coffee and a good book. - Thumbnail Image
One of the original window openings. - Thumbnail Image
Take a peek into the en suite. - Thumbnail Image
The en suite bathroom is a real treat with a super walk-in shower and free-standing bath. - Thumbnail Image
Enjoy some quality 'me' time having a leisurely holiday soak. - Thumbnail Image
Steps lead up to the door into the living-room and there is also a door to bedroom on the ground floor - saves lumbering your cases up and down the stairs. - Thumbnail Image
Enjoy time simply lying on the loungers. - Thumbnail Image
With such a setting you are sure to dine 'out' as much as you can. - Thumbnail Image
Set in the tranquil countryside this is the place to unwind and totally relax. - Thumbnail Image
Just down the road is Horsebridge which crosses the River Tamar, the natural boundary between Devon and Cornwall. - Thumbnail Image
The Royal Inn at Horsebridge is popular with locals and visitors alike. - Thumbnail Image
Hire a canoe or kayak and discover all the delights along the River Tamar. - Thumbnail Image
Spend the day exploring the glorious gardens and historic house of Cotehele (National Trust). - Thumbnail Image
The beaches on both the north and south coast are easily accessible. - Thumbnail Image
The Norman keep of Launceston Castle (English Heritage). - Thumbnail Image

Ref: 4706 / Tavistock

The Aval Loft

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Oh my goodness, The Aval Loft is simply gorgeous! Nestled in the heart of the countryside with the most lush and awe inspiring views stretching out across rolling pastures, ancient woodland and dramatic Dartmoor in the distance, this luxury retreat is the perfect excuse for solo escapes, romantic breaks for two and your loyal pup is most welcome too. Wake up to the morning bird song, spend sunny days relaxing on the loungers interrupted only for a spot of lunch and evenings star-gazing at the celestial displays overhead, at this ultimate blissful 'escape to the country'.

From its humble origins as an apple store (Aval being Cornish for apple) the owners have left no stone unturned in creating luxury boutique style interiors to ensure you have the most indulgent of stays. Step over the threshold and the stresses and strains of everyday life will disappear in an instant. The stylish 'want for nothing' kitchen is a dream for any wannabe MasterChef, with meals served up on the breakfast-bar at the end of the kitchen island, also an ideal place for someone to perch if you believe that too many cooks can spoil the broth! The sitting-area has plenty of space to relax whether cosying up for a film night (there's a full Sky Q package to keep you entertained), snuggled up with a good book in front of the wood-burner or simply admiring the view.

You would not think it could get any better, but when it's time for bed the bedroom is stunning with a bed that is dressed to impress and so super comfy you won't want to get up and an en suite bath and shower room to match - it's quite a sanctuary.

The living accommodation is on the first floor to make the most of the views and can be entered by exterior steps but there's also a door to the ground floor bedroom which saves you having to lumber your bags and cases up and down the stairs - how convenient is that!

Outside, the terrace takes pride of place for you to enjoy the views with a table for relaxing meals in the sunshine and the most fabulous loungers that provide the perfect excuse to simply lie back and do absolutely nothing.

Nestled at the end of a private drive, the friendly owners are sometimes on site staying in their 16th Century home, on hand should you have any queries but leaving you to enjoy your break in peace and privacy.

Features

  • Dogs welcome
  • Arrive/Depart Friday
  • Short breaks available
  • Wood-burner/Open fire
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Superfast WiFi
  • No smoking
  • Pub 2 miles
  • Patio furniture
  • Full oil-fired CH (partial under-floor)
  • Garden/Outside space
  • Private parking
  • Open fire/wood-burner
  • Linen and towels included

Availability, reservations and pricing: £587 to £949 per week

Located 6.3 miles W of Tavistock

Customer reviews

Good or bad, we publish all the reviews left by the guests who have stayed at this property.

Mrs Krume

The Aval loft is perfect if you want peace, quiet in beautiful surroundings. It exceeded expectations. Amazing ! Carole Sam and Buddy X

Mr Bridle

Perfect location peaceful with fantastic views. The Aval Loft was comfortable with all the facilities.So lovely and relaxing.

Mrs Ahern

Beautiful cottage in a beautiful location… cottage was vey high in the category of luxury. Amazing last minute stay thank you xx

Miss Knop

We stayed here during the heatwave ( 8-15 Aug.) and boy did we get lucky to end up here last minute. WHAT a stunning, comfortable and luxurious cottage to be in. My 17 month old small pup loved the garden, which was enclosed enough for him not to escape at all. Everything in this place is well thought through, every corner beautiful to look at. All equipment is topnotch, from the cappuccino coffeemaker, to the oven and washer/dryer. We literally had nothing to wish for, and the bedroom stays quite cool even during the heatwave. It is quite secluded, so perfect if you are seeking peace and comfort, then this is the place. And good eateries are on a 15-30 min drive, a river close by to walk your dog, and the sun loungers outside are just heaven to lie on. The owners really try their best to give you your privacy and they do come in handy in case of a panic. I would not have know what to do without them, when I accidentally locked my dog, phone and keys in the car. they kept their cool and helped me sort it out quite fast. This place gets a 10+ from us, it's the BEST and prettiest cottage I've ever been in. ( and I'm very picky. )

Miss Atherley

Aval Loft definitely had the "WOW" factor !!. Renovated to the highest of standards with attention paid to even the smallest of details made this a modern, luxurious , tranquil haven for our stay. Thankyou to the owners Gill & David , you have not left a stone un-turned in your beautiful, stunning property - our stay was just amazing.

Mr Berry

Both inside and outside have been decorated to very high standards with high quality furnishings and kitchen/bathroom equipment. An absolutely perfect "home from home" for a couple with a small dog! We will be back ....!

Mrs Owen

The cottage was amazing and everything was of a superb quality. We enjoyed breakfast and dinner outside and a couple of sunny days lazing on the most comfortable sunbeds. As this was our first 'adventure' since the start of COVID we decided to not venture out of our home county of Cornwall but we felt we were in a different world! We will certainly return again when we need to 'recharge the batteries'. Thoroughly recommend. Thank you

Mrs Adams

A beautifully cared for and thought through property with attention to detail. It is obvious that this place is cared for with enthusiasm. The location is peaceful with views over the countryside but would probably be challenging to find in the dark.! Owners were very helpful and welcoming. The outdoor area was also very pleasant.

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