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Barn Owl Cottage

Ilfracombe, Devon
Sleeps 10
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 3
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 5
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Family friendly
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Working farm
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Beach within easy reach
Complex
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Spacious converted stone barn with enclosed private garden offering the perfect rural retreat
  • Situated on a 20 acre working farm with a variety of animals to meet, on-site activities and communal games room
  • The sandy beaches of Woolacombe and the seaside town of Ilfracombe are only 10 minutes away by car
Property code: OC-BARLC

Set on a working farm in North Devon, this characterful cottage welcomes five lucky dogs plus 10 humans to stay. Sitting in a courtyard with four neighbouring properties, there’s a welcoming ambience from your friendly hosts. Young children will enjoy feeding the farm animals which include horses, alpacas, pigs, donkeys, rabbits, ducks and chickens – a great way to learn about Mother Nature. For essentials, shops, pubs and restaurants are a short drive (4 miles)

Step into the courtyard to enter the country-style property where you’ll find four bedrooms (including one en-suite) plus a family bathroom. Upstairs, there’s a further bedroom with an en-suite, plus an open-plan lounge, a well-equipped kitchen and dining area. Cook up a hearty breakfast or cosy up with your pup and her canine friends by the lounge wood burner to enjoy family film time. There’s also an external staircase leading down to a private enclosed garden patio for al fresco evenings and treat time for four-legged friends.

On-site, there are shared guest areas, including a toddler zone with pond dipping and a barn with games and a library with books, toys and videos. Seaside lovers will enjoy the beaches at Ilfracombe (4.5 miles), Woolacombe (7 miles), and Saunton (10 miles); while shoppers can source original gifts and view galleries in the market town of Barnstaple (9 miles). Pup pals will crave the rugged landscape of Exmoor (8.5 miles) and children will love Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park with its animatronic dinosaurs, plus live meerkats, primates, wolves and many other interesting creatures (7 miles).

  • 5 bedrooms – 2 doubles, 3 twins
  • 2 en-suite shower-rooms, 1 ground floor bathroom with shower over bath
  • Private and fully enclosed garden with garden furniture
  • Huge variety of onsite activities available (detailed in cottage description)
  • 5 dogs welcome (not to be left unattended in the cottage)
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Electric and underfloor heating included
  • Electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher
  • Towels not included
  • Washing machine
  • Shared tumble dryer available
  • Ample on site parking.
  • Beach 5 miles, Shops and pubs 4 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 5 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Please note: Onsite activities include –

 

  • Meet the farm animals, (many of which are rescue animals), such as horses, alpacas, pigs, donkeys, rabbits, chickens, guinea pigs and ducks. This holiday offers a unique chance to let children enjoy nature in a farm setting, thanks to the toddler friendly pets corner with pond dipping and animal handling.
  • Indoor play barn (shared) with pool table, table tennis and other games, perfect for those with a competitive streak.
  • Library that is well stocked with books, children's toys and videos for everyone to enjoy.
  • Outside play area with swings and slide.
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 5 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Sarah Hardy

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 11 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Hazel 14th March 2026

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Had a great week in Barn Owl Cottage. With 7 friends holidaying together 5 bedrooms (3 twin, 1 double, 1 king) were good, although mattresses were not the most comfortable. Slightly tired but very clean, the upside down cottage suited us and 4 small dogs, although occasionally on the cool side. Big steps on smooth wooden staircase - so gate at top Read morewas good for dog safety. We cooked most days and found kitchen well equipped. Parking for our 4 cars was always possible. A short drive to shops etc. Hide

Reviewed by Miriam 14th February 2026

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Overpriced property which lacked homely touches. Good amount of kitchen equipment and comfortable beds but overall impressive was a slightly dark and not over warm cottage. The upside living would not suit everyone.

Reviewed by Marcus 20th December 2025

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Reviewed by Robert 27th September 2025

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Lovely cottage clean and tidy

Reviewed by Charlene 23rd August 2025

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Perfect accommodation for what we needed to meet up with family and friends, plenty of pots and pans to cook plenty of food for everyone. Clean and tidy, recommendations in the file of places to go and to eat out. Allows dogs and had ample space for them in the cottages, gardens and even fields to walk them. Farm animals on site and play park for tRead morehe younger children. It was perfect! Hide

Reviewed by Claire 16th August 2025

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Reviewed by Christine 16th February 2025

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It is a well equipped cottage - perfect for a large group. A good location.

Reviewed by Leah 28th December 2024

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A lovely cottage for 8 adults, 2 children, a newborn and 4 dogs! Great location for the beach and moors and a lovely welcome with milk and biscuits there which was great after a long drive. It is open plan with a fab log burner for those colder nights - great entrance for all those muddy boots and dogs too. It was lovely a warm with underfloor heatRead moreing, and a well equipped kitchen. It is a lovely, rustic, rural place to stay after a busy Christmas! Great stay, thank you! Hide

Reviewed by Spencer 21st December 2024

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The cottages were well equipped, spotless and nicely designed. Great location. Hosts gave us a super friendly welcome and very helpful during stay. We all had a great Christmas stay.

Reviewed by Corinne 27th September 2024

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Barn Owl Cottage was an ideal place to stay with our extended family and dogs for a family celebration. The games room was great for the older grandchildren and our youngest grandchild enjoyed the "meet the animals" with Jay. The kitchen is well equipped and we could cook for ten with ease. There are many places to visit locally (e.g. beaches, zoo Read moretrain) and it was also a good setting to relax and put our feet up. The enclosed garden and walking field were certainly an asset for the dogs. Hide

Reviewed by Rhona 10th August 2024

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