Guests say
The Barn House in Ivybridge is a well-received cottage, praised for its comfort, cosy atmosphere, and excellent location for exploring South Devon. Guests appreciate the welcoming touches and local amenities, including friendly pubs. While there was an isolated issue with electricity and cleanliness of some kitchenware, the overall experience remains positive.
The property is generally described as clean and comfortable. However, one guest mentioned that some plates and glasses were not quite clean, suggesting room for improvement in checking kitchenware cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its convenience to local attractions and beaches in the South Hams area. The village's tranquillity and friendly locals are also appreciated.
Guests find the cottage to be warm, cosy, and comfortable, with special mentions of the wood burner and comfortable beds. The property is described as a lovely place to stay.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with the property being well-equipped. However, there were issues with electricity affecting hot water and cooking, and a non-functional ice-making machine, indicating some maintenance concerns.
Guests felt welcomed with the provision of milk and biscuits, although it is noted that such gestures are a courtesy and not guaranteed. The empty salt and pepper mills were a minor oversight.
About this property
The Barn House is a beautifully renovated terraced cottage, perfectly situated in the much sought-after village of Ugborough and within easy reach of the South Hams beaches of Mothercombe and Bigbury.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: (2 Steps), Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: (2 Steps), Bath With Shower Attachment, Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Highchair and stairgate. Enclosed courtyard garden with sitting-out area and barbecue. On road parking. No smoking. Please note: Couples, family bookings and holiday makers only. There are low ceilings, beams, steep narrow stairs and a step in the garden.. The Barn House is a three-bedroom holiday home peacefully located within the village of Ugborough in South Devon. A beautiful tranquil getaway on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, perfect for couples and families looking for a base to explore one of the UK’s most stunning landscapes. Dartmoor showcases 368 square miles of rolling hills, rugged granite outcrops and fresh, clean air and over 450 miles of public rights of way. You’ll find enough walks to keep you busy for a year, let alone a week!
As you enter the property, you instantly feel at home with the open plan living and dining area which is the perfect space for winding down and watching a film after a busy day exploring the coastline. The dining table and chairs provide a great spot for enjoying a family meal, the living area is comfortably furnished and the kitchen is well-equipped. Head upstairs where you will discover three beautiful bedrooms and the family bathroom. From the landing a few more steps lead to the bathroom, with a gorgeous free-standing bath and large shower, and two steps lead to the three bedrooms, one with a zip and link super kingsize which can be twin beds on request, one with kingsize bed and another with twin beds. The staircase is steep and has a handrail, with each step lit by low level floor lighting, and as you would expect from a characterful cottage, the ceilings are sloping and low in places with odd beams where you may need to duck. Outside, guests can enjoy use of the courtyard garden with a patio area, outdoor seating and a charcoal barbecue, a lovely spot for relaxing in the sunshine.
The Barn House provides the perfect base from which to explore the county’s glorious coast and countryside. The village of Ugborough offers a local church and two great pubs which are just a couple of minutes’ walk away from the cottage. There are many beaches, all approximately half an hour’s drive away, including Mothecombe, Bantham, Bigbury and Wembury. The wild beauty of Dartmoor National Park is just 3 miles away, Plymouth city centre is 15 miles with its historical Barbican and Hoe, as well as theatres, cinemas, bowling, pubs, restaurants, concert hall, ice skating, aquarium and ski slope. Other nearby attractions and places of interest include Exeter, famed for its stunning cathedral and shopping, Woodlands Adventure Park, Paignton Zoo, Dartmouth Steam Railway, Torre Abbey and numerous National Trust properties. With lots of day out opportunities from your doorstep, make this the base for your next South Devon holiday.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Families or couples only.
Holidaymakers only.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (9)
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Nick Withey
Barn House is a great place to stay, in a lovely village in South Hams. It's our second stay there now and the house has everything we need for a pleasant stay - highlight being the wood burner for those dark autumn evenings!
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Confirmed Guest
Perfect location and lovely village
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Tracey Chamberlain-Webber
We enjoyed our stay at the Barn House which was clean comfortable, and well equipped. We ate at both pubs in the village and explored the local area. Unfortunately we weren’t lucky with the weather! Would recommend