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Raleigh Barn - Detached Grade II Listed in a rural setting, two ensuite bedrooms

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Raleigh Barn - Detached Grade II Listed in a rural setting, two ensuite bedrooms

Raleigh Barn is a Grade II Listed converted milking parlour made of stone and cob in the grounds of a Listed farmhouse, all of which dates back to the 16th Century. We are in the heart of rural North Devon surrounded by peaceful farmland and hedgerows full of flowers and within 15 minutes drive of a long and varied coastline ranging from quiet sandy beaches to stunning rocky cliffs. This is a superb, relaxing location in any season. Those who love the great outdoors will love this area, ideal for nature lovers, water sports, walking, cycling, and more. The barn was newly converted in July 2014 and has a number of features to retain and enhance its character. It retains its original thick walls, has exposed beams and bags of character.

With all rooms on the same level, access is easy and both bedrooms have their own en-suites, one with a double-ended bath/shower and the other with a shower only. The bedrooms both have king-size beds and one room can be configured as a twin room if preferred.

The open plan living room has an area for dining and a well equipped kitchen with fridge, dishwasher, integrated oven and ceramic hob, and microwave. A washing machine (and dryer) and freezer can be found in the adjoining Boot Room. Furnished with comfortable fabric sofas and oak flooring throughout to complement the character of the cottage, the living area is bright and airy. There is oak flooring in the living area, kitchen and bedrooms and the whole barn is heated by underfloor heating from our biomass boiler. There is also a log burning stove in the living area for that extra cosy feeling on chilly nights!

French Windows open out onto the patio and garden with a seating area and BBQ and there is a secluded 2 acre meadow available for guests about 200 metres away along our private track. This has a small picnic table where you can enjoy distant views of Dartmoor and the rolling Devon countryside, while you do a bit of wildlife spotting.

There is private parking immediately behind the barn. In the village, less than 10 minutes’ drive away, is a friendly pub and shops.

Property manager

Myles Thomas

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Freezer
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Theme parks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Holsworthy, Devon

What's nearby

  • North Devon Coast - 18 min drive - 13.5 km
  • The Milky Way Adventure Park - 18 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Clovelly Village - 20 min drive - 14.5 km
  • RHS Garden Rosemoor - 24 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Saunton Sands - 60 min drive - 43.7 km

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Farmers Arms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bradworthy Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coach & Horses - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Coach & Horses Inn - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Raleigh Barn - Detached Grade II Listed in a rural setting, two ensuite bedrooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Raleigh Barn - Detached Grade II Listed in a rural setting, two ensuite bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Raleigh Barn - Detached Grade II Listed in a rural setting, two ensuite bedrooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Raleigh Barn - Detached Grade II Listed in a rural setting, two ensuite bedrooms located?

This family-friendly Holsworthy vacation home is located in a rural location, 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from The Gnome Reserve and Wildflower Garden, and within 9 mi (15 km) of The Milky Way Adventure Park and The Big Sheep. Clovelly Village and Atlantis Adventure Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Raleigh Barn - Detached Grade II Listed in a rural setting, two ensuite bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

joyce S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Raleigh Barn Hols
Raleigh Barn was lovely. Clean comfortable and with lovely views over the countryside. The owners were kind and friendly without being intrusive. We enjoyed Sally the dog visiting and the hens. One of the best cottages we have stayed in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARY P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mary Pontin
Lovely property in a rural peaceful location renovation of this barn has been done with great attention to detail and has everything you require for your stay lots of local information provided in booklet form and the owners are friendly and approachable if you need anything , would definitely recommend this property and would go back ourselves
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clare R., United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
Spotlessly clean barn in a stunning location
Had a fantastic week in this beautiful barn. Myles and Sarah welcomed us with home-made scones, which were delicious. It is spotlessly clean, very well equipped and in a stunning, rural location. There is plenty to do for all ages. Loved our daily fusses with Sally their dog and would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for family
A spatious, clean home away from home. The kids loved visits from the owners dog. Highly recommended by the whole family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mhairi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent rural retreat
We spent a week at the barn and enjoyed the peaceful rural location. The property was extremely clean on arrival and we devoured the delicious scones, cream and jam. The hosts have extensive local knowledge and their guide helped to point us in the right direction. They are on hand if you need but never in the way. This is a rural location suitable for day trips and exploring. Our favourite trips were to Putsborough Beach, as well as the Tarka Trail bike ride. The property has books and board games and our children enjoyed playing North Devon Monopoly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Raleigh Barn
Excellent host, thoughtful, attentive, very pleasant and friendly. Lovely accommodation in super location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul R., Nanaimo BC Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
We loved our two weeks at Raleigh Barn. It's exactly as described and probably better than the photographs show. Lots of character, but with every home comfort. It's very well equipped and everything is of good quality. Excellent bedding and towels too. Myles and Sarah are delightful and we enjoyed their company - almost a much as we enjoyed Sally, their gorgeous springer spaniel, whom we are missing dreadfully. The location is really tranquil and we spent a lot of time just relaxing inside or in the garden - gazing at the bucolic views. There's easy access to all the main places of interest in North Devon, as it's fairly centrally located. We didn't eat out at all, preferring to cook and eat at home, where there was more appeal and which added to our relaxation. The kitchen was a pleasure to work in. All in all, we could not recommend Raleigh Barn more highly. Many, many thanks to Sarah, Myles and Sally for making our stay so memorable. Paul & Martin - Vancouver Island, Canada.
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A comfortable rural property
A lovely property deep in the North Devon countryside, the friendly owners have clearly given a lot of thought to providing every comfort for their visitors. The local area is quiet and beautiful with the opportunity for walks around the property. The spectacular Devon and Cornwall coasts are within easy reach with many places to visit and explore. We would definitely recommend a stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Holiday
My brother and I both very much enjoyed our stay. The weather wasn’t kind, but the property was very good and the owners were most helpful, without being intrusive. Would recommend and will hopefully visit again. Kelvin Trott.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy C., Andover, Hampshire

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful place to stay
Raleigh Barn had everything we needed and more and the grounds were lovely. The location was superb and the views from the cottage were wonderful. Communication with Myles was prompt and clear. Overall an excellent base for our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dudley L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Raleigh Barn
Wonderful property. Furnishings and facilities perfect. Hosts excellent. Would definitely stay again and recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Excellent - would recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janet P., Balsall Common, Nr Coventry, West Midlands

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful North Devon holiday
The whole week was excellent. The barn itself is beautiful. It was clean and very tastefully furnished. We felt very comfortable & at home. Myles the host provided excellent instructions & he was so helpful all through the week. The setting of the barn is just so beautiful & peaceful. Would we go back? You bet! Sally the dog was an added bonus - we loved our daily visits from her.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachael W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Round of applause for Raleigh Barn!
What a wonderful week we had staying at the beautiful barn. It was even more fabulous in the flesh and we couldn’t have been happier. Beautifully finished, spotlessly clean and with plenty of extras that made our holiday that much easier. Myles and Sarah were excellent hosts, from the homemade scones waiting for us on arrival to the visits from Sally the Springer, we wouldn’t hesitate to return! (Tomorrow if we could)!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sophie L., London

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
This property is so highly rated for a reason. A wonderfully peaceful and beautiful location near to many towns and beaches. The property is spacious with good quality furnishings and comfortable beds. Enjoyed all the local wildlife, especially the ducks! Would highly recommend and will return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denise A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A piece of heaven
Down a narrow lanes but worth it. Not sure I would say how nice it was because you will all want to go and go back again then there wouldn’t be a slot for us again. Excellent place. Ideal for seeing north Devon. Ps. We booked again for next year
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie B., Salisbury UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Rural break
Had a lovely stay, the barn was just as advertised. Myles the owner provided very good directions and we were kept informed regarding changes due to COVID restrictions. It is a very well appointed accommodation with high spec finish which was tastefully decorated for the festive period. It has everything you need for a very comfortable stay with books games WiFi, log fire and very comfortable beds. A very welcoming home from home
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect rural getaway
Raleigh Barn is an exceptional holiday let. It is spacious, comfortable and very well fitted out. Myles and Sarah appear to have thought of everything to make their guests welcome - including visits from Sally the dog and the "hen gang". Absolutely no negatives! Thank you. Mike, Christine and Zoe.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another lovely stay!
This is our second time returning to Raleigh Barn. I can’t praise the owners and accommodation enough. It was absolutely spotless (we felt very safe considering the Covid-19 situation). The beds are so comfortable and you have everything you need for a fantastic stay. Lovely homely touches are there - fresh flowers, handmade soap and welcome scones but best of all Sally the dog! There is a lovely garden area to the back and beautiful views from the barn at the front. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really lovely week
Such a great week at Raleigh Barn. The barn is lovely and was perfect for the four of us. Having the 2 en-suites was great with the kids. So many great places to visit and lovely, Sally the dog was a real hit with us all. Myles and Sarah were perfect hosts, they gave us recommendations for local restaurants so we could book in advance and we enjoyed every meal. The scones, Neal’s yard hand sanitizer and the veg basket they left for us were all very much appreciated. We would definitely recommend Raleigh Barn thank you Myles and Sarah.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Esme P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Raleigh Barn
We have just spent two wonderful weeks at Raleigh Barn. It is set in the most beautiful of locations, in the midst of lush, tranquil countryside and yet near enough to the coast for daily, frequent beach trips. The barn is lovely; it is very well equipped with plenty of space for us as a family of four and was just a pleasure to return to each day. Sally and Myles were brilliant hosts, very accommodating and offered us some great local tips and information. We really enjoyed our stay. We imagine the barn with the log burner on will be just magical, and hope to return in both the summer and winter months.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Belinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property
Lovely, cosy property in a quiet area but within easy reach of popular coastal villages/beaches. Well presented, some lovely finishing touches and Myles and Sarah on hand if required. Would definitely recommend and look forward to returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Devon is a place on earth
We have just spent the past 5 days staying at Raleigh barn. Myles and Sarah couldn’t have been more perfect hosts. We received plenty of information before we arrived and an info sheet was provided in the barn. The barn itself is lovely, a great place to stay with very comfortable accommodation and wonderful views. The small touches added like handmade soaps, fresh flowers and delicious scones were a lovely addition. Thank you both!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maureen O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and cosy!
We had a great week in Raleigh Barn, it is very comfortable which was important to us as we knew we would be spending a fairly large proportion of our time at ‘home’. Sarah baked us a beautiful Victoria sponge and Myles took in our shopping and put it all away for us. You can’t ask for more than that from your hosts. Would definitely stay again, hopefully in better weather. That being said we were certainly warm enough indoors. Good area for sightseeing too. Thank you for making our stay such a pleasure. Mo, Bob and Stan. xx
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Beverley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable stay
We had a very nice stay in Raleigh Barn ( in spite of an unusual amount of rain!) The accommodation was light, beautifully furnished and well equipped. Very clean, comfy beds with nice quality bed linen, a lovely welcome cake and organised, friendly hosts. There are beautiful walks nearby. The only slight down point for us was that ( due to the lovely, quiet, away from it all location) there was no pub within walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019