Guests say
South Barn is a beautifully presented and spacious cottage in a tranquil rural setting, ideal for families and those seeking a peaceful retreat. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, well-equipped kitchen, and thoughtful touches from the owners. The property is especially suited to those who appreciate quiet countryside, with starry skies and friendly hosts. While its remote location may not suit everyone, most guests found it a perfect escape and enjoyed the local pubs and attractions. The welcome pack and dog-friendly amenities were particularly appreciated, making for a memorable and relaxing stay.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as exceptionally clean and well maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
The peaceful, rural location is highly valued by most guests, though a few mention its remoteness and distance from shops or pubs as a drawback.
Guests frequently mention the spaciousness and comfort of the cottage, noting it is ideal for families and gatherings, with no complaints about comfort.
The property is repeatedly described as very well equipped, with everything needed for cooking and daily living, and maintained to a high standard.
Guests appreciated the welcome pack and dog-friendly provisions, though it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Outdoor enthusiasts will be in their element at South Barn, with the Tarka Trail and Dartmoor National Park just moments away..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 40" Freeview Smart TV, French Doors Leading To Patio Area
Kitchen: (1 Step), Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Living room 2: 32" Freeview Smart TV
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, 28" Freeview Smart TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, 28" Freeview Smart TV
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed, Pull Out Bed (Single), 18" Freeview Smart TV
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Welcome pack. Enclosed front patio with garden furniture and barbecue. 2 dogs welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (sheep country). Private parking for 6 cars. No smoking.. South Barn is a luxurious, detached barn conversion with three immaculate bedrooms, accommodating up to six guests in total. No attention to detail has been forgotten, it is a truly idyllic holiday home retreat. Walk in through the front door, straight into the hallway which leads to two homely, light and spacious living rooms, which are attractively furnished with plenty of space for families or a group of friends. Each living room has a Smart TV and a large sofa, perfect to relax in after a busy day of exploring this part of Devon. Next door is the open plan kitchen/dining room which has a large oak dining table and sky lights above, the perfect sociable breakfast area where you can all gather to tuck into a hearty breakfast and plan your activities for the day ahead. The contemporary kitchen has ample preparation and storage space, and is fully equipped with a range of integrated appliances.
Upstairs, there is one cosy twin bedroom and a double bedroom, both of these rooms have use of a family bathroom, where you can indulge in a relaxing soak. At the end of the landing area is a spacious kingsize bedroom with its own contemporary en-suite shower room. Each of the bedrooms are furnished with a Smart TV, built-in wardrobes and bedside tables with lamps.
This first-rate home-away-from-home has a splendid outdoor patio space with a picnic bench and a parasol. It is a lovely spot in the evenings to enjoy the sun setting with a glass of your favourite tipple in hand.
South Barn is an absolute delight and there is also the option to book North Barn (ref bcnbarn), which is a luxurious four-bedroom property located on the other side of the courtyard area, together they can accommodate a total of 14 guests.
This beautiful holiday home benefits from lovely countryside walks close by on Dartmoor and Exmoor, and cyclists and walkers are well catered for in the area with the famous Tarka Trail within easy reach as well as The Granite Way. The Tarka Train Line is a great alternative to a day driving, catch this local line at Eggesford Junction and head up to the coast or to the cathedral city of Exeter.
Iddesleigh, Hatherleigh and Winkleigh are just a short drive away and offer shops and pubs. The village of Iddesleigh, which is a 5-minute drive away, is known as War Horse Country as this is where Michael Morpurgo wrote the novel ’War Horse’. You will also be within easy reach of a riding stable, coarse fishing at Stafford Moor and War Horse Valley Farm Park, and slightly further afield are RHS Rosemoor Gardens, The Big Sheep and The Milky Way.
The stunning surfing beaches of the North Devon and North Cornwall coastline are an easy drive away for a day out, with sandy beaches and sheltered coves to explore including Bude, Saunton Sands, Croyde and Westward Ho! Discover the magnificent points of High Willhays and Yes Tor at Dartmoor National Park, where you can enjoy a scenic hike to the summit for unrivaled views, before embarking on an exhilarating outdoor adventure of canoeing or climbing with Adventure Okehampton. A visit to Castle Drogo is also not to be missed, an extraordinary castle with fantastic gardens, a shop and a restaurant with the moors as the backdrop.
Free WiFi
There are steps within the property.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (10)
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Confirmed Guest
A beautiful place to stay. We had everything and more provided. We would definitely go back again. It was so quiet all you heard were the sheep and cows. We were so fortunate to be there during the week of the eclipse. The sky was so clear that we could see the stars every night. Our dogs were welcomed with treats, dog beds, food bowls and poo bags. We were welcomed with a welcome basket of scones, jam, cream and juice a really lovely welcome treat. If you want to just get away and relax this is the place to go.
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D Nicklin
We had a lovely stay at South Barn, a clean, well equipped and spacious cottage. Communication with the owner excellent, any questions answered quickly. We appreciated the welcome pack, and plentiful supplies of liquid soap, dishwasher tablets etc Some of the roads to the cottage are quite narrow, but this is the case for many areas in Devon. We visited Westward-Ho beach, RHS Rosemoor, , Alder Vineyard, Lydford Gorge. Eating places included Castle Inn Lydford, Lewtrenchard Manor -(Nice coffee and lunch), Brothers (Okehampton), The New Inn. We were lucky with the weather, a very pleasant break in a peaceful location, thank you.
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Helen G
Very well appointed, spacious, clean, perfect for our family Christmas gathering… couldn’t have asked for more. Everything we needed enabling us to cook a full Christmas dinner easily. The owners were really helpful throughout our stay.