Guests say
The Barn offers a spacious, comfortable, and well-equipped stay in a peaceful village setting. Guests consistently praise the cleanliness, welcoming hosts, and thoughtful touches such as homemade cake and wine on arrival, though these are not guaranteed. The property is ideal for families, with plenty of space, children's activities, and opportunities to interact with farm animals. While the rural location provides tranquillity and access to lovely walks and a nearby pub, guests should be prepared to drive for shops and attractions. Overall, The Barn is highly recommended for a relaxing countryside holiday.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as very clean and well maintained, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.
The rural village setting is peaceful and close to a good pub, but guests note the need to drive for shops and attractions, and some mention road noise and remote access.
Guests frequently describe The Barn as spacious and extremely comfortable, though there is one mention of an uncomfortable mattress and a heating issue.
The property is praised for being well equipped with essentials, games, and kitchenware. Occasional maintenance issues (e.g., hot water) were resolved quickly by the owners.
Guests often mention thoughtful touches such as homemade cake, wine, and welcome packs on arrival, as well as opportunities for children to feed animals and enjoy tractor rides. Please note that these gifts and experiences are not guaranteed.
About this property
This property is ideally located to tour north Devon with beaches and lots of family attractions..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Patio
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Conservatory: French Doors Leading To Patio
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Air source central heating included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Small enclosed courtyard with patio, garden furniture and barbecue. 300-acre natural grounds (shared, restricted access when livestock grazing). Play area (shared). Ample parking. No smoking.. A warm welcome with homemade cake awaits you at Flaxmans, tucked away beside the village church in the pretty north Devon village of Parkham. These three spacious properties are arranged around a small courtyard and guests can enjoy a guided tour around the owner’s farm to meet all the animals. Tony’s Tractor and Trailer Trail is much loved by young and old alike, and the children’s play area is the perfect place where the little ones can let off steam. There are many lovely coastal villages to explore including nearby Bucks Mills, Peppercombe, Clovelly with its donkey transport and Hartland. The delightful port town of Bideford has a good selection of town amenities, restaurants a weekly market and boat trips to Lundy Island. Garden lovers will enjoy nearby RHS Rosemoor and Docton Mill. After a long day exploring this glorious location you can have a break from the cooking and enjoy a meal at the popular thatched village inn just a short stroll away. Take away is available from The Bell, the local pub, just a 5 minute walk away. Enjoy the beautiful Devon countryside with local footpaths and riding stables nearby. The award winning beach at Westward Ho! is just 7 miles, and is renowned for its beauty with 2 miles of sandy beach known as the Golden Bay, and is popular with surfers. Coastal and country walking, golf, surfing, fishing, horse riding and cycling are all on offer close by, and for family fun ’The Big Sheep’ and ’The Milky Way’ adventure parks are not to be missed. Shop 3 miles, pub/restaurant 2½ miles.
Free WiFi
additional information
Properties have a no-smoking policy. A travel cot and highchair are available on request. Wifi is available, however, this facility cannot be guaranteed to be available at all times due to the unpredictability of Service Providers. Access to shared freezer available in owner's utility. All local supermarkets deliver to this area and the owner is happy to receive a delivery and put away frozen and cold items for guests if she knows the delivery will arrive before them.
Reviews (16)
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Confirmed Guest
Good clean and comfortable accommodation. Rural setting means you need to drive everywhere.
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Confirmed Guest
Flaxmans Barn was very comfortable. It had everything you need for a break away and felt like a home from home . The local pub is very nearby and has excellent food. All major roads are a short drive away along lovely country roads . Would definitely reccommend 😃
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Anthony Stevens
Made to feel very welcome by the owners the grandkids enjoyed feeding the animals on the farm and the tractor trailer ride was excellent The Barn was very clean everything was catered for the welcome cake and wine was very good Excellent place to stay we will be back next year