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The Hay Loft - Devon

Barnstaple (1.9mls NE), Devon
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Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Hot tub
Games / Play facilities
Family friendly
Indoor swimming pool
Spa Facilities
Tennis Court
Parking on site / nearby
Swimming pool
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • A beautifully appointed stone cottage set in an idyllic rural location, yet close to seaside villages
  • Featuring a shared indoor heated swimming pool, a toddler pool, a sauna, a hot tub, a games room and a play area
  • Return from the sheltered coves and long sandy beaches to play tennis on the complex courts
Property code: 92362

A beautifully-appointed stone cottage set in an idyllic rural location just 3 miles from Barnstaple. This dog-friendly cottage is deceptively large and features an open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, en-suite bathrooms and access to a host of shared facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool and games room. It is the perfect base for families seeking a relaxing break in the countryside.

This charming reserve-level cottage is located at the end of a private no-through lane and enjoys stunning views down a wooded valley to the River Taw and Dartmoor beyond. It has a warm and welcoming ambience thanks to its rustic colour palette and soft furnishings that glow in the natural light pouring in from multiple angles. Unwind under the vaulted ceiling and exposed beams of the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, a light and airy space with enough room for everyone to enjoy lazy brunches, afternoon naps and late night films. It’s downstairs for the two en-suite bedrooms, a beautifully-appointed king-size bedroom and a family bedroom comprising a double and a single bed. Outside, a shared courtyard garden unravels close to shared facilities including an 11m indoor heated swimming pool, a children’s play area and an indoor games room. Elsewhere, four-pawed visitors in the group will love exploring the 8 acres of lawns and fields near the cottage.

Footpaths crisscross the countryside surrounding the cottage, the perfect way to enjoy a family walk with the dogs. Barnstaple (3 miles) has a wealth of dog-friendly pubs and cafes, while the beaches at Croyde, Saunton Sands and Woolacombe (all 13 miles) are hugely popular with water sports lovers. Dogs are often welcome aboard the sea safaris that leave Ilfracombe (11 miles) a town that loves canine visitors. Exmoor National Park also lies 11 miles away.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 triple room with a double and single bed
  • 2 en-suites – 1 en-suite bathroom with a handheld mixer shower over the bath, and WC; and 1 en-suite shower room with a shower and WC
  • Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher
  • Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Highchair and travel cot available on request
  • TV and DVD in the lounge
  • Please bring towels for the pool
  • Shared courtyard garden with outside seating
  • Shared Indoor swimming pool and sauna, hot tub/spa
  • Shared all-weather tennis court
  • Indoor games room
  • Children's play area
  • 8 acres of lawns and fields
  • Pub 2 miles, shops 3.5 miles and beach 10 miles
  • A charming complex of 10 holiday properties
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Sarah Hardy

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 4 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Andrew 20th April 2024

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Lovely group of cottages in a fantastic country location, peaceful and great views. Activities common to the cottages make it perfect for families. Cottage very tastefully decorated and furnished. Great place!

Reviewed by Annamaria 10th February 2024

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The cottage and the location was exactly what we needed. It was beautiful full of character and charm. We absolutely fell in love with it. The peace and the quiet was wonderful. We loved the beautiful rolling hills and the surrounding nature. The single file road leading to the cottage was daunting at first but actually it became quite an enjoyableRead more experience. Somehow in the space of a week being there we have not met one car coming opposite direction. Stunning nature and beautiful cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Annabel 28th October 2023

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We all had such a relaxing week. The accommodation was perfect and everything we needed.

Reviewed by John 21st October 2023

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Comfortable base to explore North Devon; the swimming pool, games room and walks for Dogs are fantastic amenities. Downsides were issues with water and WI-FI. Confident, resilient driver needed to cope with the private, hilltop, single track access, with long drop into the valley below; the main website "access statement" failed to warn the travellRead moreer of the dangers, so we only found out as we drove up in the dark. A little disappointed, with what could have been the perfect getaway. Hide

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