Interactive animal experiences
Stay at the farm
Affordable accommodation for solo travellers, couples and friends on a small working alpaca farm in Dartmoor National Park, Devon
Check out Tom in action, doing what he does best—striking a pose! He's excited to show you just how close you'll be to him during your stay!
Where you will stay
At 200 years old, Forda Forge completed it's renovation in May 2024 and is now ready to welcome holiday guests who want to stay in the heart of an alpaca farm on Dartmoor. The Forge was once a busy blacksmiths and has been transformed into a cosy, self catering, countryside retreat for up to two people. With a modern and contemporary interior you will find everything you need for your stay.
The perfect destination if you love animals as you get a front row seat from your balcony and courtyard to watch the alpaca boys get up to mischief. Expect lots of fun and interaction as they try to get your attention.
Highlights
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Peaceful and surrounded by nature
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Abundance of amenities on your doorstep
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Moorland walks by foot
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Fully accessible by public transport
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Visit the alpaca boys when you like​
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Flexible bed choice​ - king or twin
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Two multi award winning inns​ nearby
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Fully equipped kitchen​
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Contemporary and high spec
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Luxury bed linen​​
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Private courtyard
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Use of the orchard
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25% off alpaca experiences
Nestled on the Western edge of Dartmoor National Park, Forda Forge is the perfect retreat if you want to really get back to nature and immerse yourself in lush greenness. With temperate rainforest just opposite at Lydford Gorge along with the highest waterfall in the Southwest, the Whitelady standing proud at 30 metres, it’s all on your doorstep. The Forge itself is surrounded by towering beech trees, home to a family of tawny owls - listen out for the classic twit-twoo sound which is created by a duet between a male and female owl calling to one another. Sometimes they may land on your balcony, especially when teaching their little ones to fly in the Spring. The farm is also home to a huge number of naughty squirrels, hares, rabbits, foxes, bats and an abundance of bird life - you will see all of the classics as well as woodpeckers, pheasants, jays, bullfinches, nuthatches, yellow and grey wagtails and even the elusive and endangered marsh tit. Add to that the sheep and the alpaca lads and it really is an animal lover's paradise. I encourage everyone who stays here to stroll round the farm at their leisure and to make it into your home from home.
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​​​​The accommodation is fully equipped with everything you need for your trip away no matter what time of year you visit. Set up with a full kitchen you can cook to your heart's delight or for a night off explore one of the many wonderful inns nearby - I am lucky to have an abundance of award winners within 2 miles! There are hot water bottles and lots of plush blankets to keep you cosy plus a fancy dehumidifier with a special laundry mode to help dry out coats and shoes after a wet country walk. In the Spring and Summer take full advantage of your outdoor space with a private seating area immediately outside or just across the paddock in the secluded orchard. I have even included a picnic hamper and blanket so you can sunbathe in style.
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Whether you are travelling solo (my kind of travel!) or as a two, the accommodation can be made up with either 1 or two beds. So if you are a couple, travelling as friends or on your own and want the king-size all to yourself, just let me know after you book what your preferred bed type is (king or twin). All you need to do now is click below to search for a date and then book your stay to create some magical memories and make some new (furry) friends…
Good to know
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Location - Lydford Gorge Alpacas, Forda Forge, Lydford, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 4BL
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Bedroom (downstairs) - 1
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Sleeps - up to 2 people
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Strictly no pets to protect the farm animals
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Not suitable for young children
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Self check in after 4pm
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Late check out at 11am to allow for that holiday lie in!
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Free WIFI
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Free adjacent parking for one car
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Accessibility - restricted (steps and spiral staircase)
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Flexible arrival and departure days
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Includes toiletries and towels
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Full refund if you cancel up to 30 days before check-in (check Airbnb for full terms and conditions)