Harford Bunkhouse and Camping
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- Working farm site on the southern edge of Dartmoor National Park
- Within half an hour's drive of beaches and the South West Coast Path
- Dogs on leads welcome and small campfires allowed
Campground type
20
3
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, Mar 21 to
Campsite types & availability
Reviews
89% would recommend this campground to a friend
82% would stay here again
What customers say
This peaceful farm campground offers beautiful views and direct access to Dartmoor. Guests love the clean, hot showers and friendly owners. Roaming farm animals are a hit. Some found it hilly or exposed, with minor bunkhouse cleanliness issues and few electrical amenities. Simple and good value, though facilities are basic and animal noise is noted.
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Owners were really friendly and welcoming. Great facilities with modern and clean showers…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Owners were really friendly and welcoming.
Great facilities with modern and clean showers and toilets.
Peaceful, well kept site with lovely views.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Very friendly owners.
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Exceptional experience. Quiet, friendly and set the most wonderful of surroundings.
Disliked Nothing really.
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Avoid
Hobbit camping pod
Liked Not a lot to be honest!
Disliked We didn’t even stay one night out of a 2 night break. Struggling to get a refund!
* Your advert clearly states that there is parking along side each unit. This is not true as we had to park in the car park and walk down to the unit, this was an issue as my disabled mother was with us and she is unable to walk that distance on uneven paths. So we emptied the car into the unit and then had to drive my mother back home (nearly a 4 hour round trip) you can imagine how unhappy the children were.
We arrived back to the accommodation to find the following issues….
* your advert states a certain amount of male and female showers, I do not feel a shower curtain is adequate to separate male and female showers, especially with two young girls in the party.
* very messy grounds, unsure if it meets fire regulations ect.
* no hand soap provided in the toilets- this may sound like a trivial problem but after reading previous reviews this is an ongoing issue so my concern is how many people have used the toilets have been unable to wash their hands properly and then touched door handles, taps ect
* the unit itself was in need of a deep clean, dirty floors , walls, sofa all needed to be sweeped and cleaned .
* the door key it was so rusty I could not remove it to lock the door, which as a parent I was uncomfortable to leave the door unlocked overnight with my children present.
* There is no ladder to get up to the top bunkbed ? Very confused!
* mattresses all dirty, stained, and very unhygienic, I’m quite frankly there was not a chance in hell me or my family was going to sleep on them.
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Quiet View was exceptional Clean showers and toilets Hot shower Peacock strutting around…
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Quiet
View was exceptional
Clean showers and toilets
Hot shower
Peacock strutting around
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Do not recommend
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked The peacock
Disliked Quite a rundown place. Only a few spots up on the hill where it is flat enough to pitch a tent. No welcome, no staff. My girls did not want to take a shower here.
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From the manager: I am sorry you did not like your stay here. It is obvious for your review this was not the site for you. We advertise the site as exactly what it is, a working hill farm on Dartmoor, not a holiday park.
We live on site so I am surprised you say there is no staff as we are always bobbing about. As expected we can't be here 24/7 but there are 3 telephone numbers clearly sign posted for you to ring on arrival, if we are not here.
The showers have been newly refurbished this season and are cleaned everyday. Lots of other reviews mention the showers as being great!
Basic, but cosy and did the job!…
Hobbit camping pod
Liked Basic, but cosy and did the job!
Disliked The peacock was beautiful, but quite noisy into the evening!
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Would recommend to campers who don't want too many frills.
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Small farm campsite with good showers and access to Dartmoor via the footpath.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Nice peaceful place with friendly & helpful owners
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Very peaceful setting.
Clean tidy toilets/showers.
Owners was very friendly & helpful.
Free roaming sheep were lovely, just pottering round.
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Friendly owners
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Everything
Disliked Having to go home
Recommend to friends Visit again
Very beautiful place ticked all the boxes…
No. 1 camping pod
Liked Very beautiful place ticked all the boxes
Recommend to friends Visit again
Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Spectacular sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Harford Bunkhouse and Camping
West Combeshead
Harford
Ivybridge
Devon
England
PL21 0JG
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.40926°N
3.91378°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Bus
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mothecombe | 7.1 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Challaborough | 8.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bigbury-On-Sea North | 8.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bigbury-On-Sea South | 8.9 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Bantham | 9.1 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Dartmoor Zoological Park 3.5 mi
Buckfast Abbey 8.4 mi
National Marine Aquarium 10 mi
Paignton Zoo Environmental Park 14.6 mi
Living Coasts 17.5 mi
National Trust
Saltram 7.7 mi
Salcombe: Thurlestone to Torcross 7.7 mi
Wembury 9.6 mi
Buckland Abbey 10.8 mi
The Church House 12.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Ivybridge Viaduct - Pit Hill Farm - Hall Farm - Henlake Down 1 mi
Ivybridge P&R - around Western Beacon - Sharp Tor 1.3 mi
New Waste CP - Stalldown Barrow - Downing's House 2 mi
Sparkwell - Baccamore - Smallhanger - Crownhill Down 3.7 mi
Shipley Bridge by River Avon to White Barrows 3.7 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Harford Bunkhouse and Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Harford Bunkhouse and Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Harford Bunkhouse and Camping? As well as all the hiking, seeing the Dartmoor ponies is also a must: you’ll spot them all over the moors even if driving, but if you or the kids want to … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Harford Bunkhouse and Camping?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: noon – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Harford Bunkhouse and Camping? From $36.96 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.