Guests say
Barley Meadow is a well-loved cottage, praised for its peaceful setting, welcoming hosts, and thoughtful touches. Guests consistently mention the cleanliness, comfort, and the generous welcome packs. The hot tub is a highlight, and the property's rural charm adds to the tranquil experience, despite some finding the remote location challenging to navigate.
Guests are unanimous in their praise for the spotless condition of the cottage, highlighting its impeccable cleanliness throughout their stays.
The location is celebrated for its tranquillity and picturesque setting. However, some guests note the challenge of narrow, unlit roads and the remoteness from shops and pubs, which affects the score slightly.
Reviewers frequently commend the comfort of the cottage, particularly the beds and the cosy atmosphere. The secure garden and peaceful environment contribute to the overall comfort.
The facilities, including a well-stocked kitchen, washing machine, dryer, and Wi-Fi, receive high praise. The constant availability of the hot tub is especially appreciated, although the mention of narrow access roads suggests some room for improvement in accessibility.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident in the welcome packs and attention to detail, which guests find delightful. While these gifts are cherished, it is politely noted that such offerings may vary and are not guaranteed.
About this property
Okehampton 7 miles. This traditional stone cottage with a hot tub is next door to the owners’ farmhouse on a non-working farm in a rural setting close to Dartmoor National Park, 7 miles from Okehampton. Set within a quiet setting surrounded by meadows grazed by the owners’ ponies, this spacious cottage provides a countryside getaway for a family or group of friends who will enjoy horse riding, walking or cycling in this picturesque area in the heart of Devon. With two reception rooms and a large kitchen with breakfast area, there is plenty of space for the family to spend time together and in the sitting room there is a large sofa bed, ideal for an extra couple who can utilise the ground floor cloakroom plus share the upstairs bathroom.
There is a double bedroom plus two single bedrooms, all sharing the family bathroom which has both a bath and a separate walk-in shower. The large private garden at the side of the cottage is a perfect spot where dogs and children can play safely, and adults can enjoy the quiet peace of a rural garden whilst relaxing with a refreshing drink, unwinding in the hot tub or dining alfresco. The local village of Bridestowe has a small shop, and there are numerous friendly pubs in this area whilst the market town of Okehampton has shops, a cinema, museum and heritage railway centre with train journeys to Meldon reservoir.
There is now a cycle route from Okehampton to Lydford following the disused length of railway and offering amazing views and pub stops en-route. Dartmoor National Park provides fun-filled activities such as pony riding, tor bagging, letterboxing and exploring miles of rugged open space. A fabulous, well-presented cottage in the heart of Devon where a warm welcome awaits. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 955362, together they sleep 8.
Okehampton is a busy market town on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park and near the highest and most dramatic areas of the moor, where Yes Tor rises to a height above 2000 feet. To the north of Okehampton are some beautiful rolling Devon hills where small farming villages nestle amidst woods and fields with plenty of gently flowing rivers.
Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: AB-12345-CEPC Rating: Band D
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 2 x single.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor basin and WC.
Kitchen with breakfast table.
Dining room.
Sitting room with sofa bed.
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, Ultra Fast Broadband WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Side lawned garden with hot tub, patio and furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome - £20 supplement per pet, per stay.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 3 miles, pub 4 miles.
Licensed day boarding kennelling available on site at an additional cost
Nearby points of interest
- Dartmoor Prison Museum
Reviews (97)
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Sara
The cottage is just perfect. Perfectly clean, perfect location and perfect hosts! Peter and Jackie ALWAYS go the extra mile to make you feel welcome. The cream tea and bottle of wine on arrival was a lovely touch too. Peter is always on hand to give you recommendations on where to walk, where to visit, where to eat. Thank you once again for a fabulous stay and a wonderful Christmas and we hope to be back again in 2025!
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Hayley
The owners were so friendly and helpful, from the moment we made contact to arrange key collection. The cottage was very well equipped and had everything we needed for our stay, we loved the hot tub and it was a welcome treat after walking in the morning on the Moor. The location was perfect for us, very quiet but easy to get to places. Being so close to the cycle path where we could walk the dog was a bonus.
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Michaela
Everything you could need comfortable and spacious with a great garden and hot tub such a treat,beautiful surroundings so peaceful but a great base to go exploring all Devon has to offer . Peter and Jackie are fabulous hosts who think of everything thank you !