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Luxury barn conversion in the heart of North Devon in an 11 acre smallholding

Luxury barn conversion in the heart of North Devon in an 11 acre smallholding

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Overview of Luxury barn conversion in the heart of North Devon in an 11 acre smallholding

9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 640 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Check out the area

George Nympton, England
  • Popular LocationRock and Rapid Adventures9 min drive
  • Popular LocationNorth Devon Hawk Walks14 min drive
  • Popular LocationExmoor National Park16 min drive
  • AirportExeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Luxury barn conversion in the heart of North Devon in an 11 acre smallholding

East Trayne Holiday Cottages has three beautifully appointed holiday cottages, which have just been converted from two existing barns and enjoy unspoiled views across the fields giving way to the beauty of Exmoor in the distance. 

Appledore Barn is the largest of the three cottages and it blends contemporary style with the retention of original features. These include exposed stone walls and feature barn doors with their beautiful curved RSJs which form part of each of the bedrooms and bathrooms.  The unusual RSJs were originally constructed at Appledore Shipyard, which gives the cottage its name.

Appledore Barn accommodates up to 6 people, encompassing a Kingsize bedroom with ensuite shower room, a second bedroom with twin beds and ensuite bathroom, plus a sofa-bed in the living area. Both bedrooms have flat screen TVs, hand-painted furniture and comfortable mattresses.

The beautiful light and airy open-plan living area is on the upper floor of the cottage and affords views over our fields and towards Exmoor. The fully-fitted kitchen provides you with all modern facilities including dishwasher, induction hob, split-level cooker, full-sized fridge freezer and microwave and leads on to a dining area with traditional farmhouse table. 

Relax in the comfortable seating area in front of the cosy log burner in the sofa, chair and snuggle seat. There is a flat screen Smart HD TV with Freeview, Blueray DVD player, selection of DVDs and Bluetooth speaker as well as a variety of books, cookbooks, board games. leaflets for local attractions and local newspapers and magazines that might be of interest.

The colour schemes have been designed to blend the earthy colours of the countryside with the calm blues of the ocean so that it creates a peaceful haven and escape from the world.

Externally you have your own private patio area with gas BBQ, seating area and plenty of space to enjoy morning coffee or a glass of wine as you take in the views to the countryside beyond.

Richard and I are happy amateurs attempting to work our 11 acres as a smallholding with the help of people who really know what they are doing including friends and neighbours.  We have discovered what neighbourliness and community really means since moving to this area and whether it's topping our fields and hedges or the impromptu present of a barn owl nesting box you really get that heart-warming feeling that we are all in it together. 

We are happy to share what we have learned so far and on Thursdays and Fridays, our landsman Robin  will be happy to share his knowledge of our land and the broader area using his knowledge as a farmer, gardener and ex-National Trust warden.

Currently we have a growing flock of sheep and Spring gives you the opportunity to join us in lambing, bottle-feeding lambs, shearing and rolling fleeces.

Join us at feeding time for our micro pigs, Pinky and Perky.  Come in the pen and make sure that they have a satisfying scratch. 

Help us collect eggs from our brood of hens in the morning and wonder at the straight backs of our Indian Runner Ducks and why they don't fall over backwards (apparently they can do!).

Ducks, geese and a cheeky guinea fowl make up the rest of the contingent whilst you are guaranteed a warm welcome from our Sprocker puppy, Ruby. 

Who knows what we might have added to the menagerie by the time you arrive!

All of the cottages enjoy fantastic facilities, over and above the stunning location, buildings and views.

Fully appointed kitchen with induction hob, split level oven, dishwasher and large fridge freezer and a wide range of crockery, glassware and utensils
Centrally heated throughout
Utility Room with washing machine
Washing line and clothes dryer
Bootwash
Secure cycle store
Log Burner with free logs
Smart HDTV, Freeview and Blueray DVD player
Bluetooth Audio Speaker
Flat screen TV in each bedroom
En-suite facilities in each bedroom
Free WiFi
Free car parking
Patio furniture and Gas BBQ
Towels and tea towels
Hairdryer
Complementary welcome pack of homemade and local produce
Coffee, tea, oil and spices
Complementary toiletries
Travel cot, stairgate and high chair on request
Portable BBQ and beach items to borrow
Umbrellas
Range of DVDs, books and board games
Local attraction information
Local magazines and newspapers
Up to 2 well-behaved dogs are welcome

Every guest party receives a complimentary welcome hamper of breakfast items and local provisions to get your holiday started including bacon, pork or vegetarian sausages, our own eggs, mushrooms, tomatoes, home made bread, preserves, juice, fruit, coffee, tea, milk. some liquid refreshment and a homemade cake.

We can also offer a range of other food delights, on request, to make your stay with us easy and extra special.  We are happy to provide you with:

Tasty two-course homemade evening meal ready in your fridge on arrival with a variety of alternative options including chicken and leek, fish or cheese and potato pie, vegetarian or beef chilli, beef or vegetarian lasagne, chicken or vegetarian curry, vegetarian or pork sausage casserole, fruit crumble, sticky toffee pudding, summer fruit jelly and lemon posset or Southwest cheeseboard. Each meal is provided with all the trimmings and is made with love and care in the farmhouse.

Additional items to add to your locally-sourced welcome pack such as local fruit and vegetables, cheese, breads and cakes

BBQ treats on arrival or during your stay including burgers, sausages, chicken and kebabs, variety of salads, bread rolls, homemade pickles and choice of dessert.

Evening meal to come back to on any night of your stay

Picnic hampers and BBQ fare to take out with you on your days out

Catering for special occasions such as birthdays or anniversaries.  If you want anything prepared for arrival or during your stay, you only need to let us know.

Meet and unpack your supermarket order

We are here to take the stress out of catering for your holiday to make it as relaxing a time as possible for you.

Property manager

Adele Poole
Premier Host
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Molton

Located in South Molton, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Exmoor National Park and North Devon Coast, while Queen's Theatre and The Plough Arts Centre are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider North Devon Hawk Walks and Exmoor Zoo. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • Rock and Rapid Adventures - 9 min drive
  • North Devon Hawk Walks - 14 min drive
  • Exmoor National Park - 16 min drive
  • RHS Garden Rosemoor - 33 min drive
  • Lynton and Lymouth Cliff Railway - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Kings Nympton Station - 15 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Old Coaching Inn - 6 min drive
  • The Corn Dolly Tea Shop - 6 min drive
  • The Bell - 15 min drive
  • The Grove Inn - 9 min drive
  • Poltimore Inn - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury barn conversion in the heart of North Devon in an 11 acre smallholding pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury barn conversion in the heart of North Devon in an 11 acre smallholding?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury barn conversion in the heart of North Devon in an 11 acre smallholding?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury barn conversion in the heart of North Devon in an 11 acre smallholding located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from North Devon Hawk Walks and 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Exmoor National Park. Exmoor Zoo and Pannier Market are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gem
Everything about this property is perfect. Location, sunsets, home cooked meals waiting in the fridge after a long day, breakfast welcome basket and prosecco, pretty sheep and funny pigs at our door. Adele and Richard are great hosts and their property beautiful. Sad to leave
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Appledore Barn
Three generations stayed here and all loved it. My 5 year old grandson was amazed at the “upside down” house. It was very clean and had everything we needed. Location was good for getting around. Very peaceful. The basket of goodies we received on arrival was lovely. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Phil T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Devon Farm Holiday
Had a great time at the property and surrounding location. A little bit out of the way in the countryside but a really quiet location if you want to get away from it all. Property was entirely as described and the welcome hamper was delicious ( worth going for the homemade cake alone) Had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Four day family break
The property was in a very rural setting which we really liked, the farm animals came to the fence to greet us as we arrived. The accommodation was fabulous.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

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Hosted by Adele Poole

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