Guests say
The Old Roundhouse is a spacious, well-equipped cottage ideal for large family gatherings and groups seeking a peaceful countryside retreat. Guests consistently praise the comfortable accommodation, extensive facilities including a hot tub and games room, and the beautiful, secluded setting with easy access to local walks and Hartland village. The owners are noted for their helpfulness and thoughtful touches. Minor issues such as flies, some tired mattresses, and the rural access road are mentioned, but these do not detract from the overwhelmingly positive experience.
The property is frequently described as very clean and well-presented, with only rare minor mentions of maintenance issues such as flies, which are common in rural settings. The hot tub and bathrooms are also noted as clean.
The rural, secluded location is highly valued by most guests for its tranquillity and proximity to scenic walks and Hartland village. Some mention the bumpy access road and remoteness, but these are generally seen as part of the charm.
Guests find the cottage spacious and comfortable, with ample room for large groups. Some feedback notes a few mattresses could be improved and occasional noise issues, but overall comfort is rated highly.
Facilities such as the hot tub, games room, large garden, and well-equipped kitchen are consistently praised. Minor suggestions include updating some games equipment and kitchen items, but the overall offering is excellent for families and groups.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as homemade cake, flowers, and welcome packs, as well as prompt and helpful responses from the owner. Please note that these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This barn conversion offers a unique escape in an amazing accommodation complete with your own hot tub and is within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Ipod Dock, CD Player, DVDs, Electric Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Garden
Dining room: (3 Steps)
Kitchen: Electric Range, Microwave, American Fridge Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV, French Doors Leading To Patio
Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV
Ensuite Wet Room: Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Living room 2: Freeview TV, DVD Player, DVDs
Bedroom 3: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Freeview TV
Ensuite: Spa Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 4: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 5: Zip And Link Double Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Freeview TV, (Accessed Via External Stairs)
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. 2 travel cots and 2 highchairs. Welcome pack. External games room with pool table, table tennis, table football and darts. Mid week cleaning on request (at cost). Enclosed lawned garden with patio, sitting-out area, BBQ and garden furniture. Access to surrounding farm and woodlands. Hot tub (private). Bike store. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply. There are 3 steps in the garden.. The Old Roundhouse is a unique escape in sumptuous accommodation, the perfect holiday retreat in genuine peace and tranquillity. This stunning, spacious, detached barn conversion with original roundhouse enjoys total seclusion within its own large gardens on the edge of the owner’s farm, with no near neighbours. Nestling in this designated aonb, uninterrupted and magnificent views of the surrounding countryside abound and lovely walks can be enjoyed from the property. A 10-minute walk over the owner’s fields and woods leads to Hartland village with shops, three pubs and a lovely coffee shop. Sandy Spekes beach is just over a mile walk. A fabulous, picturesque, hidden treasure, great for rockpooling and surfing. The owners have maintained many original features - exposed internal stone walls, beams and wonderful slate floors with underfloor heating throughout. Everything has been thought of to ensure an incredible holiday to please everyone. The Old Roundhouse is a really special holiday home and a warm welcome awaits with complimentary chilled beer and wine, cream teas, fresh flowers and toiletries - all ingredients for a well earned break. The stunning World Heritage coastline abounds with family activities, from pretty beaches to hidden coves, once the haunt of smugglers. Hartland Abbey is worth a visit, as is the famous Clovelly. Bude and Bideford are within easy reach with their shops, attractions and leisure pursuits. Shops ½ mile.
Free WiFi
There is a private water supply to this property.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (28)
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Joanne Bathe
Cottage was ideal for a relaxing week away with the family. The hot tub and games room was a big hit with everyone. Homemade cake when we arrived was a real treat.
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Lorraine Martin
Lovely setting, house very clean & spacious & beds comfortable. Large garden bonus for toddlers & enjoyed using games room.As said in previous reviews few flies were in kitchen/ dining area- owner has put fly zappers in place to help but we took our own racquet type zappers which proved very useful.One shower didnt work but owner addressed that problem as quickly as he could but as every room has ensuite we used a spare shower room- water lovely & hot & good pressure.Cake & wine most welcome.Lovely walk to village & good food at local pubsMilky Way theme park very good & as term time really quiet. Hartland Quay & walk to waterfall we'll worth a visit.Westward Ho also lovely day out.
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Jonathan Marks
We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the peace and quiet of the countryside. Thanks to our hosts and for the lovely home cooked cake - it was a real treat. The garden was perfect for the kids to run around and play football/cricket. The walk to the local village across the fields was really enjoyable and we were lucky enough to see the annual Hartland Carnival parade,. We also enjoyed the Anchor pub for lunch and the local pottery and coffee shop both in Hartland. The patio seating and fire pit was also really good and we enjoyed many evening sitting out watching the sun set. The view of the Eclipse and the meteor shower was an added bonus of our holiday. Car parking on site is good and we had several Sainsbury's food deliveries - despite the rural location they found us ok, would recommend as this saved a lot of hassle. A few minor things to mention and non of these spoilt our stay, but worth mentioning for future: - the kitchen needed more equipment to cater for feeding 9 people such as - pyrex mixing bowls, serving dishes for the table, weigh scales (the ones provide did not work), more chopping boards (preferably not wooden) and tea spoons!!; Flys in the kitchen - I know its the countryside.....!!!; hot tub maintenance - was a little cloudy to start with; table tennis table needs attention - feet levelling and joining both halves together. The shower in the Hay loft was little cool, not sure why as the rest of the house was fine. So overall , we had lovely stay and enjoyed the local village and countryside. Would defiantly recommend.