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The Red Barn

(Ref. 1168946)

North Brentor near Lydford, Dartmoor National Park Show on map

Customer rating 4.6

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A property's star rating is the average of the star ratings received from guests that wish for their review to be published

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  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Swimming pool
  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Games Room
  • Broadband / WiFi

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24 Customer Reviews

  • "Cozy traditional cottage."

    ..only small issue was that floorboards and stairs very creaky which made dog bark when moving around early morning. Grounds were fantastic and Tim (owner) was very accomodating and helpful, true gent. Would definitely recommend for a relaxing break.

    Reviewed by Lorraine5.0★Jun 2026

  • "Perfect warm and cozy house, with plenty of space and everything you need."

    The most comfy bed I’ve ever had in a holiday home! Hosts were lovely, being able to explore the farm an added bonus. Our three dogs loved being able to walk out from the house onto the moors. We used the indoor pool every day and the fitness equipment most mornings too. The local area has so much to do and of interest. Lydford gorge and the White Lady Water (and the walk between them if you are fit) plus an explore of the castle and Saxon town was probably our best day. Morwellham quay was really interesting and they need support to continue the restoration. Tavistock is a lovely little town and the Guidehall museum (free) well worth half an hour of your time. The market is lovely too and there are lots of little shops selling local produce. We had an amazing week and would definitely return. The welcome cake and milk was an unexpected surprise so thanks for that. An all round great holiday.

    Reviewed by Linda5.0★Oct 2025

  • "What a wonderful place to stay."

    Excellent area to explore. The dogs enjoyed playing in the enclosed garden.Would thoroughly recommend.

    Reviewed by Trevor5.0★Sep 2025

  • "We had a wonderful relaxing family stay at the Red Barn, the indoor endless pool was great, the house was welcoming and comfortable with everything we needed for our adult family break."

    Reviewed by Susan5.0★Aug 2025

  • "A perfectly sized holiday cottage for 6 people and dogs set in wonderful grounds."

    Thoroughly enjoyed days out on the north and south coasts (about an hour drive), as well as more local visits into the moors.

    Reviewed by Tania4.0★Aug 2025

  • "A perfect retreat for a relaxing break, Red Barn is extremely comfortable and the pool is a bonus."

    Rumour, our border terrier, had a nice time he’s getting a bit elderly now (15 1/2) so we didn’t go for a long walk but he enjoyed his short walks on the moor.

    Reviewed by Hilary5.0★May 2025

  • "Absalutely loved location and facilties, Tim the farmer was very accomadating when we visited the farm itself."

    Views were spectacular

    Reviewed by Leigh4.0★Apr 2025

  • "What a fabulous location."

    We thoroughly enjoyed our week at The Red Barn. Great facilities including the swimming pool, tennis court, gym and games room. Couple of minor maintenance issues and bit more detail needed to some areas of cleaning, but on the whole would recommend this property. Thank you to Tim for inviting our girls to feed the baby lambs. They loved it.

    Reviewed by Daniel4.0★Apr 2025

  • "We stayed at The red barn for Christmas."

    We had never been away at Christmas time before so was a little unsure if what to expect, but Victoria and Tim were so helpful even before our holiday started. The kitchen is very well equipped, as is the whole place. The red barn is spacious and well laid out our family of 6 including 3 teenagers and a 3 year old had plenty of room. Everyone loved the pool. The pictures do not do the red barn justice it is far more beautiful. If you are considering booking then do it, we all wanted to stay longer.

    Mrs Donna BissonDec 2024

  • "We had a lovely stay with a family of 4 + 2 dogs."

    Excellent garden for the dogs to play in and inside a cosy cottage to relax in. The pool was a great addition.

    Mr Shane DaleyOct 2024

  • "Lovely property."

    Great location. Perfect for family if 5 with dogs. Brownies on arrival were a welcome suprise. Enjoyed open water swimming and long walks.

    Mrs Kate WilshireAug 2024

  • "A lovely spacious property which was perfect for our family of 4 adults and 2 teenagers."

    It was also perfect for our dog with a super large enclosed garden and glorious surrounding farm and countryside. Ideally located for exploring Dartmoor and a short distance from charming Tavistock and various shops and superstores. Excellent owners/hosts who were to hand for support with the indoor Endless Flow pool. The Red Barn was converted from a farm building in 2002 to a well proportioned, super holiday rental with quality furnishings. Some updating has been undertaken with scope for more in the near future. All in all a lovely week in a lovely house. Shame the weather wasn't suitable to enjoy the 0outside space!

    Mrs Paulette Virginia BatchelerJul 2024

  • "The Red Barn was a great place to stay for our 3 generations of family."

    In fact we've already booked for next year! The owners were friendly and helpful. We loved the peace and beauty of the surroundings, the comfortable accommodation and of course the endless pool for our grandson.

    Jul 2024

  • "We had a wonderful stay would go again owners very welcoming and lovely so friendly couldn't do enough for us"

    Mrs Anita MannixMar 2024

  • "We had a lovely week at Red Barn , the kids loved the pool which was a great feature and provided hours of entertainment."

    We will be back at some point in the future .

    Mrs Claire BradderOct 2023

  • "Everything was just perfect best weeks I’ve had in three years"

    Mr Darrern TaylorSep 2023

  • "Stunningly beautiful location, fantastic for totally relaxing ,hosts could not do anymore to make our stay memorable."

    Will be staying again

    Mr Kevin BourneJul 2023

  • "The Red Barn was amazing, the views from the property were wonderful, we had an amazing 6 nights stay with our two dogs."

    The cottage was more than we could have wanted with the endless pool being the highlight of our stay. Both Victoria and Tim the owners of the Farm being so welcoming and friendly, we had breakfast at the farm 3 mornings which was lovely.

    Mrs Susanne WatsonJun 2023

  • "Red barn was the perfect get away the kids loved the pool,the garden was ..."

    Red barn was the perfect get away the kids loved the pool,the garden was beautiful and the dogs loved it, the house was kitted out with everything we needed and so comfortable we all had a great week

    Mrs Deborah KelseyApr 2023

  • "This is simply a perfect holiday house for families in all seasons."

    We (my husband, 17 & 11 year old sons, Dilys the dog and I) visited the The Red Barn for a February half term break and were extremely impressed with the house and facilities. The location is simply perfect, very quiet with beautiful views across farmland and out to the moors. The house itself is spacious and very well equipped with everything you could possibly need for a family holiday. The pool is a huge bonus and so convenient as it's actually part of the house. The beds were extremely comfy and the heating works very well so the house was always toasty which was very important in February. The owners were kind and helpful - I'd love to go back one day soon please!

    Mrs Sarah SpeckFeb 2023

  • "The cottage was well equipped everything that you needed was there Beds were ..."

    The cottage was well equipped everything that you needed was there Beds were comfy and lovely location hosts were friendly The only issue was that the host wanted to maintain the pool while it was being used and the children all had to get out which ruined their time in the pool

    Thank you for taking the time in leaving feedback. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, but I am sure you can appreciate that it is most important to maintain a high health and safety standard keeping guests safe. We hope to able to welcome you back to The Red Barn. Property Owner

    Mrs Vaness StockerDec 2022

  • "Thoroughly enjoyed our stay."

    Pictures do not do the property justice. Beautiful house in a picturesque location. Outstanding views of the fields and sheep. Well equipped kitchen, comfortable living area and lots of space. Cot and high chair provided for the children. Clear instructions for the pool. Excellent communication from the owner. Would highly recommend.

    Dr Ashwin RoyDec 2022

  • "Th Red Barn is in such a peaceful location."

    It is truly stunning. We stayed as a family of four with our dogs and enjoyed wonderful walks, lovely trips to Tavistock for the shops and cafes and there are some great local pubs a short drive for food and drinks. The barn has what you need, and the bedding is wonderful. The pool is a great extra, our children had never swum against a current before! Final comment - the barn was so lovely and warm throughout our stay and the lounge photos don't do it justice!! Thank you for a lovely stay!

    Mrs Emma SladeOct 2022

  • "Excellent spacious, comfortable property with good facilities in an excellent location."

    Very helpful owners who have a good reputation in the area.

    Mr John DaviesSep 2022

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Summary

  • Three bedrooms: 2 x king size with en-suite bath, basin, and WC (one with handheld shower), 1 x twin with en-suite bath, handheld shower, basin and WC
  • Downstairs sitting room with wood burning stove
  • Kitchen with dining area
  • Utility room
  • Downstairs WC with basin
  • Hall
  • Gas central heating with wood burning stove
  • Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine, dishwasher
  • TV with DVD, WiFi, Phone
  • Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Off-road parking for 4 cars
  • Enclosed garden with barbecue
  • Shared newly resurfaced tennis court
  • Shared outdoor heated pool (seasonal opening times)
  • Shared games room with pool table, table football, games and gym
  • Three well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Sorry no smoking
  • Shop 2.6 miles, pub 2.9 miles, river 0.6 miles
  • Note: The outdoor pool is available from 23rd May 2025 to 12th September 2025, 22nd May 2026 to 11th September 2026 and 21st May 2027 to 10th September 2027

The property

Lydford 3.5 miles.

The Red Barn is a lovely traditional farmstead hidden in trees on the edge of open Dartmoor, a few miles from the Devon village of Lydford.

This country home is situated a short stroll away across fields from the farmyard.

With two other holiday homes, you enjoy access to the 250-acre farm with its farm animals, a pond for picnicking beside, and wildlife, and you are even welcome to help on the farm if you wish.

There are all kinds of wonderful activities available here.

There is a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a tennis court (shared with the owners), plus a games room and a well-equipped gym in an adapted barn.

You can arrange to experience clay pigeon shooting and archery, or have fun playing badminton or volleyball.

Golf and gliding are on offer just a couple of miles from Burnville Farm.

With direct access to the open moors from the farm, this is lovely walking country, and you can arrange to use mountain bikes too or bring your own horses.

With seasonal eggs and veg available, plus the option of meals in the owners' house or professional catering in your own holiday home, you can feast like kings.

The hall leads into the big living room with a wood-burning stove and French windows to the terrace.

The pretty kitchen with a dining area is well-equipped, and through a lockable door is your own 'endless flow' indoor swimming pool with a treadmill and rowing machine.

Upstairs, the three bedrooms are all en suite but with their own character.

With all the activities on-site, plus the beautiful hills of Dartmoor beyond, Roadford Lake for water sports, and pubs and amenities in Lydford and Tavistock, The Red Barn is a fine place to truly relax and have fun.

The Red Barn can be booked with two other properties - 1168947 (The Farmhouse) and 1168944 (The Coach House).

Burnville Farm Cottages

2 miles south-west of Lydford and 1 from its gorge, 400 yards of private farm-lane end at Burnville Farm, a lovely farmstead. It is on the side of a shallow stream-valley with supreme views of Dartmoor hills and tors and to Brentor’s peak-top church, from almost anywhere on the 250 acre working farm (direct moor access from it). There are sheep, cattle, ponies, pigs, chickens, ornamental pheasants. You can roam the farm and help is most welcome. Pond (picnicking) with mallard, moorhen and usually Canada geese in spring; badgers and foxes about. Stabling/grazing for your own ponies/horses. Clay pigeon shooting and instruction, archery tuition (equipment provided) and mountain bikes (adults’ and children’s) by arrangement. Fenced outdoor heated swimming pool (32' x 16' and 3'6" to 8' deep, available 23rd May to 12th September) and newly resurfaced hard tennis court shared with owners. Fun badminton and volleyball. Games room (6' pool table, table tennis, skittle alley) and well-equipped gym in a refurbished barn. Lovely walled vegetable garden; fresh veg available in season, and eggs. Spring water. Professional catering available and meals in the owners' house. Golf and gliding, 2 miles. For you to stay in are The Farmhouse, The Coach House about 100 yards up the private lane, or The Red Barn a mile away. The owners live nearby but out of sight and do B&B in their own house a mile away by car or a 10 minute walk across Burnville Farm, is The Red Barn, surrounded by its own enclosed garden with terrace (barbecue) at the back and splendid long views over farmland to the moor.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

Where you’ll be staying

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LYDFORD

Tavistock 6 miles; Okehampton 6 miles.

Nestling among mature woodland on the western slopes of Dartmoor, the historic village of Lydford is a jewel in this area of outstanding scenic beauty. To the north, just half a mile away, the high tors come right down to the village edge, while to the south the River Lyd winds its way through Lydford Forest on its tumbling course northwards. Lydford village has an interesting medieval castle and nearby Lydford Gorge (National Trust) with its peaceful woodland walks and White Lady waterfall is a must. The village also has a Post Office, pub and award-winning restaurant. Whether walking the moors, fishing, watching the amazing wildlife or just visiting the many attractions of this stunningly beautiful area, you'll never be lost for something to do. The moorland market towns of Tavistock and Okehampton are both a short drive away.

Note: The outdoor pool is available from 23rd May 2025 to 12th September 2025, 22nd May 2026 to 11th September 2026 and 21st May 2027 to10th September 2027


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