Guests say
The Barton in Devon is a well-regarded holiday cottage, praised for its beautiful location and welcoming hosts. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, spacious accommodation, and the property's proximity to local shops and coastal areas. The setting offers a mix of tranquility and convenience, with some guests enjoying additional activities like fishing. While some minor issues were noted, the overall sentiment is positive, with many looking forward to returning.
Reviews indicate a generally clean environment, though some guests noted areas that could benefit from a deeper clean, particularly in the lounge/dining area. The balance of feedback suggests that cleanliness is satisfactory, but there is room for improvement.
The location is highly praised for its perfect balance of countryside charm and convenience to local shops and attractions. Its proximity to both North Devon and parts of Cornwall is appreciated, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.
Guests find the accommodation comfortable, with large rooms and a well-presented farm setting. However, some guests experienced issues with heating and the comfort of the beds, suggesting that while generally comfortable, there are aspects that could be enhanced.
The property boasts a range of facilities, including a well-equipped kitchen and modern bathrooms. However, mixed feedback on maintenance, such as unpainted door frames and a broken dishwasher, indicates that while facilities are generally good, attention to detail in upkeep is needed.
There is insufficient information to assess thoughtfulness as it pertains to gifts or special touches provided by the hosts. No reviews explicitly mention gifts, thus a score cannot be provided.
About this property
Nestling in the countryside, the wing of this farmhouse provides spacious and comfortable accommodation near Bideford, North Devon. This is a wonderful choice for families who wish to experience life on a working Devon farm. You will find the kitchen spacious and well equipped with all the modern appliances for an effortless holiday and when evening comes, settle down in the open plan sitting and dining area on some comfy sofas and warm yourself in front of the wood burning stove. The bedrooms are roomy and have a real country feel with some wonderful, far reaching countryside views from the front.
After a peaceful night's sleep, step outside and let the fun begin! With two other holiday cottages on site, this is the perfect place for children and adults to enjoy some outdoor fun, adventure and relaxation. Maybe you will be there to help out at lambing time, or sit and cast your line in one of the lakes. Children will delight as the lambs skip over to say hello while they are making friends in the play area. Fancy trying your hand at some clay pigeon shooting? Equipment is provided and days can be purchased at just 40p per shot. As darkness settles, an array of nocturnal creatures including owls, foxes and badgers can be watched under a canopy of stars unblemished by city lights.
The market town of Bideford sits on the west bank of the River Torridge and has a good selection of shops and eateries. A visit to the Pannier Market is a treat for lovers of local produce and hop on a boat from here to Lundy Island or a cruise along the coast. North Devon has some beautiful stretches of soft golden sands and award winning beaches, surfing waves, sandcastle competitions and water sports galore. Westward Ho!, which takes its name from the novel by Charles Kingsley has a wide stretch of beach separating the Northam Burrows with a pebble ridge, here golf lovers can try their hand at the Royal North Devon Golf Club, reputedly the oldest links course in the UK or maybe a horse-ride along the beach.
This is the perfect choice for those who are looking for an outdoor adventure.
Straddling the Torridge estuary, the quaint bustling town of Bideford boasts a medieval bridge, town quay, quaint pannier market and vibrant shopping area - all well worth a visit. For the more active, several major surfing beaches, golf courses, theme parks and other attractions are nearby and the South West coast path passes close by on its way into Cornwall. The beautiful cliff-top fishing village of Clovelly is half an hour by road, and the delights of Exmoor and Dartmoor can be reached in under an hour. Surf the waves, stroll through pretty villages, wander along the Tarka Trail, visit a famous garden or have some fun at one of the local theme or farm parks its all on the doorstep.
Accommodation
Two-storey.
Open plan sitting and dining area.
Kitchen.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x double with 2 additional single beds, 1 x twin.
Ground floor Bathroom with bath and separate shower, basin and WC.
First floor Shower room with shower, basin and WC
Oil Fired central heating, wood burning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
TV, DVD, Wifi.
Towels and bed linen included in rent.
Off road parking in lane for 2 cars.
Shared facilities: children's play area, lakes, gardens.
2 pets welcome at £30 per pet, per week, to be kept on a lead at all times due to livestock..
Sorry, no smoking.
Shops, pubs and restaurants 3 miles.
Coast 5 miles.
Sleeps a maximum of 8 people including children.
Reviews (22)
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Shay
I donât normally do reviews but our stay was most definitely the best Uk holiday we have had by far and my son actually said it was the best holiday ever! Being a family of 7 I looked for a house big enough for us and this house exceeded this, above and beyond. The house it self is just absolutely beautiful, pictures on here do not do it justice at all. It was very well equipped with everything we could possibly need and spotless on arrival. I actually had the best weeks sleep here then I have in a very long time, our bed was so very comfy and warm. Ellen & Robert were quite literally the best hosts we have ever come across, my husband said he would return purely to spend more time with them. Three of my children ages 4,10 &12 wanted to go fishing, my husband and eldest daughter had gone out for the day. My two year old was having a bad day and wouldnât stop crying, I was worried my other 3 would miss out on fishing but Robert was more than happy to watch and teach them and they had the best time! I am so grateful to Robert for sharing this experience with my children. Me and my husband also went clay pigeon shooting with Robert and Ellen, which my husband thoroughly enjoyed and was pretty good at it, me on the other hand wasnât so great at it but still had amazing time with lots of laughs. Ellen & Robert- Thank you both so much, you are both such lovely people and really hope we stay in contact. We canât wait to come back xxx
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Michael
The little one enjoyed playing in the shared garden and on the slide and swings. It was nice and quiet as well with pretty views. Large bedrooms and plenty of space inside. Good smart TV. Lovely bathrooms finished to a high standard. Bring your own teabags, salt & pepper, oil etc though, as there was very little there, which in my experience over the last 30 years is quite rare. 10 min drive takes you into Westward Ho! which is a nice little seaside town to enjoy the long beach and play in some amusements, pick up some food or have a drink overlooking the sea. Plenty of other places to visit within 30mins- 1 hr Enjoy!
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Ellie
The property and itâs gardens/ponds were throughly loved and enjoyed by everyone in our party. We had such a wonderful time relaxing in both the house and by the ponds and made use of all of the houseâs great features: bath, TV with netflix, the large living and dining space. Felt so isolated and it was such a peaceful stay, yet only ten mins away from Westward-Ho and even closer to supermarkets and shops. We would definitely love to stay again and will recommend to family and friends.