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Clovellly- 10 miles
Hartland- 12.5 miles
Many coastal paths to explore on the North Devon and Cornish coastlines
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Thornewidger Barn

Buckland Brewer (2mls S), Devon

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Sleeps 12
Bedrooms 6
Bathrooms 5
Change Fri
pets Dogs welcome 3
grade 5 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Luxury
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Rural location set within nine acres of grounds with private garden and pretty patio terrace
  • Stylish five-star accommodation sleeping 12 with spacious open plan living with two lounges, perfect for family get-togethers
  • Games barn with table tennis, pool table and dart board
  • Traditional Devon long barn has been converted to the highest standard
Overview
Property code: THORN

For a truly special holiday with family or friends, this stunning six-bedroom traditional Devon longhouse offers luxurious accommodation in the peaceful countryside. Located on the edge of the sleepy village of Buckland Brewer with its local store and welcoming pub, this rural retreat is perfectly positioned for exploring the North Devon countryside and coastline. Discover the cornucopia of colours on display at RHS Rosemoor (8 miles) and breathe in the fragrant aromas of the herb garden. Stock up on provisions at Great Torrington (6 miles) where there is a selection of independent stores, well-regarded restaurants and a choice of traditional inns. Head to the historic town of Bideford (8.5 miles) where you can hire a flotilla of kayaks to paddle along the River Torridge or hop in the saddle to cycle the traffic-free Tarka Trail.

Decorated in cool, neutral shades with original features adding a homely charm, your wonderful holiday home has a relaxing and restful atmosphere. Filled with natural light and with exposed beams and stonework, the open-plan living space is a sociable area where you can enjoy spending time together. Rustle up delicious dinners in the stylish kitchen, which is equipped with everything you need to cater for a large party. The rustic dining table seats all 12 guests comfortably whether you’re planning your day’s activities over a hearty breakfast or enjoying a leisurely supper in the evenings. The lounge area has deep, inviting sofas on which to sit back and relax in front of the TV or while enjoying great conversation as the flames flicker in the cosy wood burner. Challenge your companions to a game of chess in the snug second lounge or curl up with a good book and enjoy a quiet moment. There are six bedrooms within the cottage, all beautifully styled with crisp linens and co-ordinating soft furnishings. Venturing outside, guests of all ages will enjoy the games barn where you can spend hours playing pool, table football and round-robin around the table tennis table. Dine alfresco on your pretty patio while younger guests can burn off energy on the large lawn. There is ample courtyard parking.

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  • 6 bedrooms: 2 king-size, 1 ground floor double, 1 double bedroom on the first floor and 2 twins
  • Bathroom with bath, separate shower, and WC 4 en-suite shower rooms, each with WC Ground floor cloakroom with WC
  • Smart TV and Blu-ray DVD player, with additional TV in 3 of the bedrooms
  • Wood burner with first basket of logs included
  • Range oven, hob, microwave, fridge /freezer, dishwasher
  • Games room with pool table, dart board and table tennis.
  • Utility with washer/ dryer
  • 2 stairgates, 2 travel cots and 2 highchairs available
  • Ample courtyard parking
  • Please note EV charging is not permitted at the property
  • Pub with takeaway service available 1 mile, shop 2.5 miles, beach 10 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 3 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £500 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £55. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

 

The 2-mile long stretch of golden sandy beach at Westward Ho! (12.5 miles) is only a short drive away for days of sunbathing and sandcastle building. Just behind the pebble ridge, you’ll find the well-regarded surf school where you can book a private group lesson and learn to ride the waves in style. Head out along the South West Coast Path that leads away from the village along the clifftops and seek out the perfect picturesque spot for a picnic lunch, keeping your eyes peeled for seals and dolphins in the sea below. Compete for pole position with a few laps on the go-kart track or declare the champion of the crazy golf course. Further afield, discover stunning Hartland Point (14.5 miles) where the historic lighthouse stands guard above the treacherous waters and visit Hartland Quay to explore the maritime history of the area in the local museum.

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This property is personally managed by Carly.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 22 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sam 15th December 2023

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Reviewed by Angela 25th August 2023

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Barn is roomy and beautifully calm making a relaxing stay for up to 12 guests. The games room is a perfect place to entertain all ages, we spent a lot of time here. Perfectly located in the countryside but near enough to both beaches and towns. Plenty of easy parking when you get there although the roads around are narrow and hilly.

Reviewed by Janet 4th August 2023

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Stunning cottage in a lovely, peaceful location with plenty of room for the 12 of us over 3 generations. Kitchen was well equipped, great living area and snug, comfortable beds. Games barn provided some great entertainment. Great Torrington is a handy 10 minute drive away, Sandford bakery is well worth a visit, scones were delicious! Had a few tripRead mores out, Ilfracombe was our favourite with stunning sea views and some lovely cafes and independent shops. We all had a fantastic time, thank you. Hide

Reviewed by alan 16th June 2023

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Great venue for a sociable get together. Nice big tables for games & eating together and a well equipped kitchen. The games room is great and was well used for our holiday. Lovely spot with barn owls seen across the fields as we ate outside, but be prepared to drive. Its hard to create walks from the door. Beaches are at least 30 mins. Sandymouth bRead moreeach was a great recommendation from the owner. Overall, lovely. Hide

Reviewed by Wendy 26th May 2023

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We had a great week here, gathered together as a family to celebrate 4 major milestone birthdays, 12 of us ranging in age from 14 to 83 and 2 dogs. The cottage was spacious, well equipped, in a lovely rural location, we were blessed with amazing weather and had plenty of occasions to relax in the garden watching the neighbouring bulls who also seemRead moreed to enjoy watching us. Games room a big bonus. The photos of the barn do not do it justice. Lovely beaches and attractions in driving distance. Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 19th May 2023

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A wonderful barn conversion situated in a peaceful setting. Perfect for relaxing amongst a large group. The owners Gina & Ken are close enough to be of assistance if needed but other than that you won't know they're there.

Reviewed by Caroline 31st March 2023

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Reviewed by Ann 24th March 2023

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Reviewed by Linda 20th January 2023

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The barn is beautiful, and bigger than it looks in photos! It was perfect in January for my mum's 70th birthday - huge dining table was great for our celebratory meal by a local chef, kitchen is very well stocked with equipment for big family meals, and room for everyone to sit comfortably on the sofas by the fire. My 3 year-old nephew loved runninRead moreg around in the garden, and my dog loved the walks right from the gate. Games room provided entertainment for all. Lovely comfy beds too. Perfect! Hide

Reviewed by Rebecca 25th November 2022

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A wonderful and homely barn which was well equipped for a large group to stay in. Lovely comfy beds and beautifully clean on arrival. The games room was a lovely addition and we used it more than we thought we would have. We loved the rural aspect of it yet close enough to Bideford or Holsworthy to grab supplies. A great place to stay with friends Read moreand families to catch up. Hide

Reviewed by Patricia 4th November 2022

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A perfect venue for a family get together; lots of space inside and out with lovely local walks.

Reviewed by Carol 31st October 2022

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Lovely holiday home in a great rural location to be able to relax and chill out away from everyone. Living space is huge and kitchen is well equipped. Games room is a bonus. Be aware that you do need to stock up on food/drink etc as shops are a fair drive away. Any problems and the owners are at the end of the phone / email to sort them out. Would Read moredefinitely recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Rob 21st October 2022

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Reviewed by April 23rd September 2022

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Lovely well equipped cottage. Games room was a great bonus!

Reviewed by Carol 26th August 2022

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Reviewed by Lisa 12th August 2022

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We loved our stay at Thornewidger Barn, the house was extremely spacious, spotlessly clean & well equipped - perfect for our annual family holiday for 8 adults, 5 children and a dog. The rural location was great, lovely & quiet, surrounded by beautiful Devon farmlands and just a short drive to Bideford with its various supermarkets & local shops, WRead moreestward Ho and our favourite beach at Bude. The games room was used each evening and we had lots of family fun, we can't wait to visit again. Hide

Reviewed by Rebecca 5th August 2022

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This is an amazing property. I loved every minute there. A gold star for everything1

Reviewed by Lindley 17th June 2022

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The actual house was lovely and very well equipped with comfortable beds and attractive decor. The plumbing was also a bit of a problem upstairs. The games room was fun and good addition (though it did have empty drinks cartons and sweet wrapping on the table when we arrived!)

Reviewed by Paul 6th June 2022

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A group of 9 of us had a fantastic time. The cottage had everything we needed and games room had all equipment ready to use

Reviewed by Alison 20th May 2022

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Great holiday for lots of ages, loved the great facilities especially the games room. Visit all the local attractions that you can

Reviewed by Ekaterina 22nd April 2022

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Hardly recommend it .

Reviewed by Penny 15th April 2022

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Fabulous location, either for local walking or to visit attractions. Something for all ages, from few months old to retirement! Although fairly remote it was easy to find and travel around from. Would definitely recommend or return to at a future date. Spotlessly clean, and maintained to a good standard. Thanks

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