Whistle Bough Farm, PL20

Whistle Bough Farm is a glorious ancient Devon farmstead, set deep on the moors, spanning  200 acres of classic Dartmoor countryside. With sweeping hills, flower-filled meadows, and marshy ground leading to river valleys and granite tors on the horizon, this is a landscape full of natural drama and timeless English character.

At its heart lies a historic house and 15th-century granite longhouse, now a working barn, surrounded by traditional farm buildings, a semi-derelict stone barn. There’s even a riverside fisherman’s hut. The setting feels remote and untouched, with wide, drivable farm tracks, hedged fields, ancient woodland, and original granite features that offer cinematic depth and variety.

Ideal for filming, TV and photo shoots, Whistle Bough Farm delivers a superb blend of authenticity, beauty and scale.

• 200 acres of rolling fields, wildflower meadows, marshland, and Dartmoor views

• River frontage with bridges, ponds, and a rustic fisherman’s hut by the East Dart

• Historic granite buildings, including a 15th-century longhouse, a derelict barn, and a traditional farmyard, all set off with a pine forest backdrop

• Period farmhouse with large granite fireplaces and traditional kitchen (available interiors)

• Converted 4-bed granite barn available for crew or accommodation by arrangement

• Wide hardstanding and grass tracks for vehicles, horses or carts

• Traditional livestock: South Devon cattle, a piebald horse, a pony, and a friendly working Labrador

• Vintage and modern farm vehicles, including two New Holland tractors and a 1975 Land Rover

• AONB setting with granite tors in view, part of Dartmoor’s striking landscape

FACILITIES AT THE LOCATION

A large flat area below the farmyard can accommodate several medium-sized lorries, cars, and vans. With advance notice, this area can be cleared for exclusive use. The adjacent barn conversion (sleeps 4) may be available as a warm and comfortable crew base, with bedrooms, a shower room, a kitchen, and a sitting area.

There are local establishments offering takeaway options and basic refreshments can be provided on-site.

A ‘shoot and stay’ can be made available for the crew by prior arrangement. Additional options include B&Bs and hotels in nearby towns, with one of them being just 4 miles away.

GETTING TO WHISTLE BOUGH FARM