The Barn
- 9 guests
- 5 beds
- 2 bathrooms
- Pet Friendly
Description
Nestling in the Otter Valley between the Blackdown Hills and East Devon AONBs close to the market town of Honiton, is this delightful detached barn conversion with a large & mature garden with an abundance of wildlife and boasting period features such as exposed beams, low ceilings, and wonderful rustic furnishings.
Benefiting from contemporary decor set within this ancient cob and stone barn, it is a perfect base for large groups, whether it’s a family gathering or a reunion with friends. Featuring a large open-plan living space you will immediately spot the unique mezzanine balcony which houses a snug space to enjoy some quiet time, overlooking the rest of the living area. Down below, the sitting area has enough soft furnishings for all, with a woodburning stove to light up on a crisp winter evening, while a beautiful fitted kitchen sits at the back of the room under the timber mezzanine, which has a good range of appliances for cooking up delicious meals. Gather around the dining table with glasses of wine while dinner cooks, and catch up on old times, or plan the activities for the week ahead in this amazing rural location. With five well-presented bedrooms resting across two floors, which are set up as 3 doubles, 1 twin and 1 single, there should be an arrangement to accommodate most parties. Supporting the bedrooms, a shower room and sparkling bathroom, which features a walk-in shower area and separate large corner bath, perfect for enjoying a luxury soak after a day of exploring to soothe those aches and pains. From one of the bedrooms you can throw open the patio doors and step out into the beautiful mature garden hosting some amazing wildlife including regular visits from Roe deer, badgers, fox and other creatures. The Barn is home to a summer breeding colony of Soprano Pipistrelle bats in the eaves; these beautiful protected creatures are absolutely harmless but can occasionally be heard moving around and chattering at dusk and dawn, giving the dwelling an extra unique touch. The patio area boasts ample seating and pizza oven, so you can dine outside on a warm summer day for a special occasion. The house is a short walk away from the local pub with a large river frontage garden, and local farm shop and cafe, while Honiton itself is a brisk 20 mins walk. Here you will find many unique shops, a fine museum, cafes, pubs and restaurants to explore. You are a short drive from the beautiful Jurassic Coast where you can visit the fine beaches and seaside towns and villages for which the area is famous. Try fossil hunting at Lyme Regis, walking the coastal path, or explore on foot, cycle or horse many of the beautiful heritage sites in the area. The Blackdown Hills & East Devon AONB are rich with county trails and historic sites. Further afield but within easy driving distance are the Cathedral city of Exeter, Dartmoor & Exmoor National Parks and many other interesting towns and locations to explore. All these and many more make The Barn the perfect central setting for a rural break in East Devon with your family and friends.
Your dates
Everything you'll need
- Wifi
- Dishwasher
- Garden / Patio
- Ground Floor Bedroom
- Ground Floor Accommodation
- Wifi
- Dishwasher
- Garden / Patio
- Ground Floor Bedroom
- Ground Floor Accommodation
- Open Fire
- Pet Friendly
- Smoke Free
- Near Walks
- Washing Machine
What guests are saying
What a delightful property for our extended family in which to spend their holiday week.
The village was quiet, with a lovely tea room and marvellous pub, and yet easy to access main transport routes and Honiton. The property is spacious with many stairs and a magical garden. We all enjoyed watching the bats every evening and our dog walks on the private fields. We particularly appreciated the provision of cooler fans for the bedrooms. A lovely touch was the cream tea, juice and provisions waiting for us on arrival. The owner was friendly and informative.
A very nice location.
A very rustic property with a nice garden. We felt the bathroom in particular was in need of some improvement. Overall a nice place with ample space.
The Barn was wonderfully spacious for our family group of eight adults and dog.
It was well equipped. Jonathan was very welcoming and we appreciated the cream tea he generously provided for us, a well as the lettuce and fresh herbs. Unfortunately the weather was cool and rather wet so we couldn't make much use of the garden, but there was one evening when we managed to use both the pizza oven and the firepit, which were fabulous! We also used the wood burner on the coolest evenings, which was very cosy. Our dog enjoyed walks in the fields. We would love to return one day.
Good to know
House Rules
Good housekeeping bond
This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250
Smoking
Not permitted
Property notes
PLEASE NOTE: There is a Good Housekeeping Bond of £250 for this property.
Stay Information
Check-in / Check-out
17:00 / 10:00
Property ref
1002846
Parking
Designated parking place
Guest & Pet Policy
Pets
Allowed
Children
Children and infants welcome
Accessibility
Ground floor