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The Moos Cottage

Yarnscombe, near Barnstaple, Devon
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 6
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
EV Charging
Increased accessibility
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Complex
Country houses
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At a glance

  • An ideal holiday home for anyone exploring the treasures of North Devon
  • Rurally located in the peaceful countryside close to the Tarka Trail for long countryside walks
  • A short drive from Exmoor National Park
Property code: OC-MOOSC

This cute and quirky barn conversion is the perfect base from which to explore the coasts, villages and towns of the beautiful North Devon region. Sleeping four, this property would be ideal for two couples wanting to holiday together – and the best news is that you can invite up to four of your four-legged friends along for the adventure too! Situated in a lovely elevated position above rolling countryside, and only ten minutes from RHS Rosemoor, this home-from-home could be everything you’re looking for and more.

With no tricky stairs to contend with, this single-level former cattle barn would be a good option for anyone with mobility issues. There’s plenty of well-thought-out space for you; a warm and welcoming lounge houses comfortable leather sofas and pretty soft furnishings, and the separate dining area provides a lovely place from which to enjoy a tasty evening meal, rustled up in the well-equipped kitchen. Two good-size bedrooms offer flexible sleeping options. Just a few steps outside you’ll find an enclosed garden with children’s play equipment and two big fields – the perfect place for your canine companions to race around and play chase.

Located between the towns of Torrington, Bideford and Barnstaple, you have easy access to a plethora of shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants. You’re just 9 miles from the seaside village of Westward Ho! where you’ll find a two-mile stretch of golden sand with year-round dog-friendly sections. Saunton Sands beach is a pleasant 15-mile drive and invites dogs every day of the year to enjoy the 3.5-mile epic stretch of coastline backed by dunes, which is a wonderful place for pups to explore.

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 king, 1 king zip-and-link bed (can be made up as a twin on request)
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 shower room with WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC
  • TV/DVD in lounge and both bedrooms and hi-fi in lounge
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher and microwave
  • BBQ
  • Private play equipment for children
  • Dog basket available on request
  • Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Morrisons and Asda will deliver
  • Beach 8 miles, shop 4 miles and pub 2.5 miles
  • Bicycle and roof box storage available
  • Ample parking
  • Will accept up to 6 dogs on request
  • Any property identified with increased accessibility may have different levels of provision, it is therefore advisable you contact us before you book to ensure the property meets your specific needs and requirements.
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 6 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Sarah Greenwood

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 23 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Judith 5th June 2026

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We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 night stay at Moos Cottage. It was clean, comfortable, well equipped with a separate, large, fenced garden for the dogs to run in. Our son, his wife and their 2 dogs joined us with our 2 dogs and we still had plenty of room to relax in the large lounge /kitchen area. We were left phone numbers in case we needed anything Read moreas the owners were away and their daughter Sarah called to check we had everything we needed. We enjoyed some lovely trips out to Ilfracombe and Saunton Sands on one day and Mortehoe and a cliff walk as well as the tiny Grunta beach on the next day where the dogs had great fun too. Thank you for a great few days. Hide

Reviewed by Martin 3rd May 2026

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Our 3rd stay at Moos. Great cottage and location. We will definitely be back

Reviewed by Clare 26th April 2026

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A fantastic week away in absolute luxury. The cottage was very comfortable and home from home with easy access to walks and the garden. Owners very friendly and couldn't do enough to ensure we had a wonderful week. We regularly book here and will be going again. Great location handy for all attractions and very central. Peaceful location and spectaRead morecular views. Hide

Reviewed by Kayleigh 7th February 2026

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Thoroughly enjoyed our week at Moos cottage with my two dogs. The cottage is well equipped in a lovely peaceful location (which is exactly what i needed). The hosts are lovely people and we will definitely be back.

Reviewed by Elaine 20th December 2025

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Liz and Brian do everything to make you welcome and feel at ease. I have never stayed at any self catering accommodation that has provided so much for a welcome, even down to things like shower gel dishwasher tablets, etc. The location is absolutely fabulous and the view is amazing and I would imagine in the summer it is even better. We loved our sRead moretay and wished it couldve been longer. Thank you, Liz and Brian. Hide

Reviewed by Clare 11th October 2025

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Fantastic hosts who met us on arrival and who were as friendly as ever. Dogs are made especially welcome and make a feel the most important out of all the holiday makers. Absolutely fantastic cottage in a fantastic location with lots of lovely local walks. Another fantastic week and we will be booking again. Very sad to leave but will be back next Read moreyear! Hide

Reviewed by Robert 4th October 2025

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Reviewed by Linda 16th August 2025

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Lovely hosts garden & field great for our dogs very peaceful Need car cant just go for a walk Overall we enjoyed the break

Reviewed by Phil 26th July 2025

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Lovely place to stay in north Devon and the owners were very friendly and welcoming

Reviewed by Elaine 7th June 2025

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Garden an absolute advantage for the collie dogs, who love running around chasing balls. They had the best doggy holiday. The welcome by the hosts was much appreciative and a lovely couple to chat to.

Reviewed by Hilary 26th April 2025

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The Moos is a lovely holiday cottage, equipped with all you need for a comfortable stay. The hosts are onsite, and ready to assist with any queries. We really enjoyed the garden too, with its comfortable seating and stunning views across to Exmoor, particularly as it is exclusively for use by the guests at The Moos - a bonus for us and our three doRead moregs. The property is well maintained inside, and the garden too. The location is great for access to the coast and Barnstaple. We will be back! Hide

Reviewed by Kevin 31st March 2025

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Nice property

Reviewed by Catherine 18th January 2025

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Lovely cottage, quiet and peaceful. Owners very friendly.

Reviewed by Margaret 21st December 2024

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Lovely stay over Christmas. We were made very welcome and cottage was beautifully decorated for the Christmas period. Plenty of room to walk our dogs. Would stay again

Reviewed by Chloe 4th December 2024

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Loved our stay at Moos cottage will definitely be coming back. Was great for the dogs and lovely area. Owners lovely and the cottage itself was a lovely place to stay. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a quiet place to stay which accepts dogs and in a great area.

Reviewed by Catherine 19th October 2024

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We had a lovely time in the cottage. It was comfortable, homely, and had everything we needed. The dogs were very happy here too. I would definitely go back

Reviewed by Clare 12th October 2024

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Another amazing stay at this property. Owners go above and beyond to make sure everything is exceptional and that you have everything you need for your stay. Made to feel extremely welcome and can't rate this place highly enough. Spotless and much attention to detail literally nothing could be improved upon because it's excellent and we will be booRead moreking here again for next year. Hide

Reviewed by Sarah 6th October 2024

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Outstanding views and acres and acres to walk our dogs, one is reactive so he could run freely which was marvellous. My only negative comment would be we had to walk a short walk to enclosed garden which was a pain for their last toilet break at night.

Reviewed by Ann 28th September 2024

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The cottage was perfect clean well equipped and wonderful owners who live on site and couldnt have been more friendly they didnt know I was in a wheelchair but they made a ramp for me and took off a door inside the cottage so I could get around more easily a star we will go back and would recommend it to everyone

Reviewed by Janet 7th September 2024

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Enjoyed our holiday as always Liz Brian are wonderful hosts and we think it's nice to have them on site. It's a lovely location very quiet which is lovely and the most wonderful views of Exmoor. I could not think of a better place to spend a relaxing holiday with plenty of things to do. Would highly recommend a stay you won't be disappointed.

Reviewed by Robert 13th July 2024

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Reviewed by Margaret 6th July 2024

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Reviewed by Heather 15th June 2024

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Excellent spotless cottage , well equipped but as usual settees not cumfy . They never seem to be cumfy in holiday cottages

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Canine Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.