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The Oratory

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A spacious living area with a sofa, dining table, and staircase. - The Oratory (Yelverton)
A dining room with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, a patterned rug, and a china cabinet with dishes. - The Oratory (Yelverton)
A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a sink, a shower enclosure, and a radiator. - The Oratory (Yelverton)
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, shower, and bathtub. - The Oratory (Yelverton)
A two-story house with a gabled roof, surrounded by dense greenery and trees. - The Oratory (Yelverton)
The Oratory provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor Space
  • Breakfast available

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About this property

The Oratory

  • Property highlights
  • The Oratory provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
  • Other perks at this apartment include:
    • Free self parking
    • Breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free premises

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping provided

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

About the area

Yelverton is home to this apartment. Drake's Leat and clapper bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Meadowlands Leisure Centre and Derriford Health & Leisure Centre. Calstock Arts Centre and Plym Valley Railway are also worth visiting. Visit our Yelverton travel guide
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Tavistock Road, Yelverton, England, PL20 6RP

What's nearby

  • A rocky landscape with a view of rolling hills and distant mountains under a clear sky.
    Dartmoor National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, grassy hills, and a small settlement with houses.
    South Devon
    48 min drive - 38.0 km
  • Dartmoor Prison Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Park Visitor Centre Princetown
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Plymouth
    44 min drive - 32.5 km

Getting around

  • St Budeaux Victoria Road Station
    25 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    60 min drive

Restaurants

  • London Inn
    12 min drive
  • The Whitchurch Inn
    12 min drive
  • The Rock Inn
    10 min drive
  • Peter Tavy Inn
    14 min drive
  • The Mary Tavy Inn
    15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Oratory pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Oratory?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Oratory?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Oratory located?

Situated in Yelverton, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Dartmoor Prison Museum, Dartmoor Prison Heritage Centre, and National Park Visitor Centre Princetown. National Park Visitor Centre Postbridge and Drake's Leat are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Oratory Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Comfortable, cosy, and beautifully decorated room with private bathroom, and its own access Kitchenette (hot plate, microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge, freezer, crockery and cutlery, cafetiere) had all we needed to be self-catered while there Dog friendly Very responsive and helpful host On the edge of Princetown with access to good walks on the moors
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The Oratory place ( in Yelverton) was just perfect for us (3 adults, a child and a dog) it felt like a true home away from home in a new area in England that we decided to explore. The Oratory was so clean, comfortable and perfectly situated as it is an incredible base for exploring Dartmoor National Park. There are 2 local pubs close by and we decided to try the Plume of Feathers (a 10min walk) which had some very friendly pub workers (+ pub manager) and we had some delicious food and local drinks. There are more places to eat in different areas (like 30mins drive or so) around Dartmoor National Park like local cafes and restaurants. We heartily recommend the Oratory to anyone looking for the perfect Dartmoor getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Perfect short stay venue.

Perfect place for a short break, located on the Moors but close to local shops and towns. Will likely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
This is a lovely, peaceful location and a beautiful apartment. Many personal touches to make the stay very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Dartmoor hide away

great place to stay for a couple , lovely interior, very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Oratory is a quaint beautifully presented property ideal for easy access to the moors and all the excellent local walks. Princetown has two excellent pubs within easy walking distance of The Oratory serving good food. Highly recommend a stay here. I will be back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the room. Really nicely decorated and great bathroom. Owner provided fresh bread, butter and jam (and a bottle of wine!) Very nice and friendly owners provided suggestions for dinner. Would have loved to stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Lovely place, easy to access a number of walking paths. Jeanette helped us with the laundry and was really helpful. Recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort, communication
We had an absolutely brilliant stay in the Chapel. It is much bigger than it looks with gorgeous high ceilings so it feels very spacious. With a two year old and a large dog, it never felt cramped or like we were on top of each other. And the bathroom is HUGE! We felt incredibly welcomed and will be back without a doubt. Thankyou so much x
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Amazing, spacious and clean room made our stay enjoyable and comfortable while at Dartmoor. The host was very helpful. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
A lovely apartment in a great location and great communication from the hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Will stay here again!

Second time we've stayed here as a family. Can't fault it. Lovely people, lovely room and fantastic location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Amazing

Fantastic place to stay peaceful and everything you need..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
All the mod cons and self contained!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a great place to stay and accommodating - they moved dishes and a hotplate in so I could do a little cooking and allowed me to drop off my luggage early. Very comfortable with a good selection of books about the area - including 2 different OS maps, which were very helpful. Within easy walking distance of all Princetown attractions and Dartmoor walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Nice self contained apartment in Princetown.

Generally very good. Bathroom taps didn’t work properly, but the owner did inform us. No shower gel/shampoo. No dog treats or bowls available. Bed very comfortable. Underfloor heating in bathroom brilliant.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Pros and cons. Quirky place.

Lovely drive over Dartmoor but be aware that this isn’t in Yelverton as the ad says. It’s in Princetown. Not so accessible with buses at night so we had to drive. Property was quirky and host greeted us with the WiFi code and left classical music on for our arrival. Enjoyed our stay. Two negatives were the bathroom taps didn’t work properly. We were advised before we arrived but I have noticed that someone said the same last year and it hasn’t been addressed. The toilet doesn’t flush properly either and you have to jiggle the handle to get the flush to stop. I did report this back but didn’t receive a reply. The kitchenette is a kettle and a fridge and a cupboard top oven in the living area. All this would be adequate but there are no washing up facilities. We were advised that because of restrictions on the property a sink can’t be installed in the main room. I think a washing up bowl maybe could be given and an indication of where to empty the water. Lovely for a short stay with meals out. Wouldnt recommend for a family or a weeks stay though.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Lovely a peaceful

Lovely quiet peaeful property, great that we could bring the dog too. Great access to the Moors. For some reason though I thought it was actually in Yelverton whihc was what we were wanting becasue my husband struggles with his breathing and hills, The Oratory was at the top of the village on a hill, we got round it by walking slowly :) The host was lovely and left us alone, my only other comment, it would be good to have a washing up bowl somewhere for those that wish to leave everything clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Lovely place

Location is excellent if your interested in walking on the Moors. Parking is on the street ,but found a space no problem. Chapel room was clean and roomy. Lovely quality of bedding. Had a small problem with the hot water ,on two nights.and we felt cereal should of been offered with the continental breakfast. The owner, Jeanette,was friendly but didn't interfere with our privacy which we appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Just a fabulous place to stay, will definitely be going their again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great, friendly host. Nice room, decorated well with high ceilings. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Viihtyisä majoitus hyvällä palveluasenteella

Viihdyimme majoituksessa loistavasti. Jeanette oli erittäin avulias ja ystävällinen. Julkiset kulkuyhteydet ovat heikot, niistä häntä ei voi syyttää. Kylän pubit olivat eloisat. smupala ei ollut samantasoinen kuin muissa paikoissa, joissa olemme vierailleet matkan aikana.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and well appointed, perfect for a family, breakfast in the fridge and close to the moor and places to eat. Owners very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
מקום מקסים, מארחים מדהימים
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Prachtige grote b&b in Princetown

Zeer warme ontvangst in een hele mooi, zeer ruime b&b. Ligt vooraan in Princetown (hartje Dartmoor NP). Koelkast, föhn, alles aanwezig. Heerlijke bedden. Aanrader!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018