Guests say
The Old Barn in Bideford offers a comfortable and authentic country experience, with a spacious and well-appointed interior. Guests appreciate the enclosed garden and the property's proximity to North Devon Coast attractions. Some issues with cleanliness and maintenance were noted, but the owner's pleasant and caring nature, along with the property's charm, contribute to a generally positive experience.
The main areas of The Old Barn were found to be clean; however, some guests noted concerns such as unclean items on the walls, leftover food in the oven, and a coat found under a bed. These instances suggest room for improvement in thoroughness.
The property is well-located for exploring North Devon and Cornwall. However, some guests were disappointed by the distance to the nearest pub and local shop, which were further than expected. The enclosed garden was a highlight for pet owners.
Guests found The Old Barn to be spacious and generally comfortable, with a quirky charm that history lovers enjoyed. The strategic placement of a duck to prevent head bumps on low ceilings was both helpful and amusing.
The property was well-appointed, but there were issues with overly hot water from upstairs taps and difficulties with WiFi connectivity in the lounge. Parking could be tight for two cars due to a narrow entrance.
While guests found the property owner to be pleasant and caring, there were no specific mentions of gifts or special touches that would fall under the category of thoughtfulness. Therefore, a score cannot be provided.
About this property
Grade II listed rustic, perhaps quirky barn conversion is traditionally furnished and is perfect for families of all ages and is just a couple of miles from the beach.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Sun Room: French Doors
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Galleried Snug.
Bedroom 4: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Shower, Toilet.
Electric storage heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Large enclosed garden with patio, sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. The perfect choice for a family holiday or a relaxing break with friends, this delightful, 18th-century, barn conversion is Grade II listed and sits within the pretty hamlet of Ford just a couple of miles from Bideford and the glorious North Devon coast. There is a large garden with fencing, enabling dogs to be able to play freely. With two living areas and a galleried snug, there is plenty of space for all generations to relax and unwind in. 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 and a weekly market. Boat trips are available to Lundy Island from various departure points including Ilfracombe and occasionally Clovelly. The historic fishing port and village of Appledore is worth a visit. Garden lovers will enjoy nearby RHS Rosemoor and Docton Mill. This is a superb holiday choice whatever the time of year. The beach at Westward Ho! is just 4 miles away; renowned for its beauty, it has 2 miles of sandy beach known as the Golden Bay, and is popular with surfers. Coastal and country walking, golf, surfing, fishing, horse riding, cycling are all on offer close by, and for family fun, The Big Sheep and Milky Way adventure parks are not to be missed. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
Free WiFi
Fireguard, stairgate and highchair on request. The bunk beds are more suitable for children/teenagers. Access to the pub/shop and restaurant is along the A39, a car is advised as walking this route is considered too dangerous.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Clovelly Village
- Saunton Sands
- Putsborough Beach
- Woolacombe Beach
Reviews (6)
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Confirmed Guest
Comfortable authentic country cottage ideally located to visit everything that North Devon and Cornwall has to offer. Quirky old English home that history lovers will love.
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Confirmed Guest
There were a few problems the water from the water upstairs taps were so hot it could have burnt someone. Phoned and reported it to the owner. The spare was larger than expected lots of rooms the main place was clean but the things hanging on the walls hadn’t been cleaned for some time.
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Confirmed Guest
The accommodation was spacious and generally well presented. The owner was very pleasant, friendly and caring. The duck was strategically placed to prevent banging of heads on the low ceilings We found that helpful and amusing.We couldn’t get the WiFi to work in the lounge.The cleaning was a little concerning, we found cooked chips in the oven and a coat under a bed. The cushions had not been tidied and there was a long handled duster left on one of the chairs.