Set in 70 acres of grounds, this detached barn conversion is set on a quiet farm, with lots of wildlife. Walking around the grounds, there are uninterrupted views of the outstanding countryside and wildlife at every turn, it is a perfect setting for a relaxing holiday. The property has been decorated and furnished to a good standard and is situated within the Exmoor National Park. Set in the owner’s grounds, it has a private garden area with fantastic views. Sometimes you are able to see red deer, foxes, badgers and an abundance of resident and migrant birds are often seen. This tranquil setting is an ideal base to explore the delights of this beautiful part of Devon. Dogs are welcome, but must be kept on a lead, as this is a farm. It is only a short drive from the towns of Dulverton and Tiverton. Bampton is just 5 miles and offers the ’Bampton Town Trail’ which is a walk that takes you around the town, and introduces you to historic sites and buildings. Lynton & Lynmouth are two adjacent villages with Lynton being a Victorian resort, 600ft above Lynmouth and being linked by a water powered cliff railway. Lynmouth lies at an estuary where the East and West Lyn meet. This is known as "England’s Little Switzerland" offering spectacular coastal and inland walks, being the Valley of the Rocks and the steeply wooded Glen Lyn Gorge, where you are constantly reminded of both the beauty and forces of nature. Whether you are looking for an invigorating walk, horse ride or cycle across the high moors and through wooded valleys, using the excellent path network, or if the gentler comforts of a local cream tea in one of Exmoor’s beautiful villages is more your thing - Exmoor National Park has something for everyone. Shop 5 miles, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
Ramp to entrance. Ground floor: Living room with French doors and slate floor. Step (ramp access) to dining room/kitchen with slate floor. 1 double (6ft zip and link, can be twin) bedroom. Shower room with shower cubicle, shower seat, grab rail and toilet. First floor: 2 bedrooms: 1 double (5ft), 1 twin both with sloping ceiling and Velux. Bathroom with shower attachment and toilet (restricted headroom). Maximum occupancy 6 guests including infants.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot. High chair. Freeview TV. DVD. Electric cooker. Microwave. Washing machine. Dishwasher. Fridge/freezer. Small enclosed courtyard with patio, sitting-out area and furniture. Shared 50-acre grounds. Parking (3 cars). Natural water supply from spring. Welcome pack. Pet to be kept on a lead - farm. No smoking. Wheelchair access.
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Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Well behaved dogs welcome, on a lead on the farm
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
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Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Taunton
Located in Taunton, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Exmoor National Park and Quantock Hills, while Bishop's Lydeard Station and Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Exe Valley Leisure Centre, or check out an event or a game at Ian Moorcroft Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking, hunting and horse riding.
Church of St. Stephen and All Angels - 14 min drive - 12.8 km
Tarr Steps - 14 min drive - 15.1 km
Exmoor National Park - 17 min drive - 17.9 km
Cothay Manor - 19 min drive - 11.5 km
Quantock Hills - 21 min drive - 22.8 km
Getting around
Taunton Station - 24 min drive
Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
The Rock Inn - 4 min drive
The Globe Inn - 26 min drive
The Bear Inn - 8 min drive
The Swan - 9 min drive
The Quarrymans - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Newly listed Barn conversion, rural Devon pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Newly listed Barn conversion, rural Devon?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Newly listed Barn conversion, rural Devon on 11 Apr 2027 start from AU$146, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Newly listed Barn conversion, rural Devon?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Newly listed Barn conversion, rural Devon?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Newly listed Barn conversion, rural Devon?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Newly listed Barn conversion, rural Devon located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Cothay Manor, Grand Western Canal Country Park and Church of St. Stephen and All Angels. Bishop's Lydeard Station and Exmoor National Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
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We had a lovely stay over new year! The cottage was perfect for what we needed, and the kids loved being on the farm, especially feeding the chickens! Adrian was very helpful and gave us some good recommendations for places to eat out. Thanks again :)
Foxes larder is a very comfortable cottage - very quirky with an eclectic mix of old cutlery and crockery etc - very country - definitely not for people that need things to be clinically clean as it’s on a farm with geese, ducks and chickens outside the front door but that’s all part of the charm ….
The property was well presented and did what we need as we were visiting the UK over the Xmas break. Very pleasant owner of the property left us to our own just how we like it, the site is very quiet and great for people who love the great outdoors.
Just got back from a nice stay here. This small farm is well tucked away. The only sounds youll hear are the animals. Adrian the owner was very nice with plenty of local tips to enhance our stayv and happy to tell you all about the rare breads on his farm. The property was clean and well equiped Be careful if you are upstairs as the eaves are low and youll bump your head.From the welcome scones and wine to the paid for bacon and sausages and the chickens eagerly waiting for you to feed them, it was a relaxing stay we may repeat. .
This property is an absolute gem. The host is really friendly, helpful and very welcoming and provides lovely personal touches. The property is well equipped and away from it all on the heart of a working farm. You are allowed to explore the farm and our children absolutely loved feeding the animals and playing with the dogs. The property is very well placed to explore Somerset and Devon including some great coastline, Exmoor and Dartmoor. Thanks for a lovely stay.
Great place to stay for visiting North Devon.The comment about the sofa being too low was correct but everything else was very good.Very bright and airy with plenty of room.The owners dogs were very friendly and it was very nice to see all the other animals roaming around.The only downside (more of an observation than a complaint) the outdoor furniture could do with being replaced as it is very tattered as the space itself was very nice in the sunshine.Overall a very nice place in a good location.
My daughter enjoyed her stay As i am partly disabled the ramp up to property was good However i found the choice of flooring very poor ie rivenstone slabs NOT very well laid which i often caught my toe when walking Also the bathroom was the other end of building from downstairs bedroom
gerald m.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2022
Sorry to read this. I have been in to check the flooring and cannot find any raised areas that would cause you to catch your toes, perhaps you could message me as to where this is so I can address the problem.
Unfortunately i cannot do much about the bathroom as it is there to allow wheelchair access.
Thanks Adrian
Lovely cottage on a working farm. The children loved the animals. They were very grateful for the seeds that were left for us in the cottage to feed the poultry on the farm. That was a big hit with the children as were the beautiful horses and the pigs.
The animals on the farm did not wake us early in the morning which was much appreciated.
The cottage was generally clean and tidy with basic provisions provided.
The matress in the master bedroom was very tired and could do with replacing.
All in all a very pleasant stay and the scones and cream was a lovely welcome treat.
Thankyou
Lovely double-height living area, enough room for a family of five for a week. Well-equipped kitchen, with slate floors throughout the downstairs. Nicely finished upstairs, although headroom is a bit tight in places. Good shower downstairs, but we did find the water was a bit too hot coming out of the taps, so we had to be careful, particularly with the kids, when washing hands etc.
Upon arrival we felt that much of the kitchen stuff needed a wash before use, as it was a bit greasy. The floors had been swept or vacuumed, but there was dust and grime in the gaps between furniture and corner behind the tv, which was unpleasant when retrieving an item which had slipped off a surface.
The property is right in the farmyard, and although the kids enjoyed the chickens and geese, unfortunately the farmyard itself was a bit dirty with mud / poo / feathers which did sometimes get walked into the property on our shoes. The chickens also made packing up a bit ‘fun’ as they hop into any open doors of the car.
There is a pig sty to the rear of the outside space, and you’re always aware that you’re on a farm due to the animal sounds, particularly in the early morning!
The double bed downstairs is actually 2 single mattresses put together, both of which were uncomfortable.
All in all we enjoyed our stay, and there’s loads to do within 30-45 mins drive, but it would have been improved hugely by being cleaned thoroughly, inside and out.
Arrivée par un petit chemin bordé de haies, descendant vers un vallon où l'on découvre au fur et à mesure tous les animaux qu'une ferme peut accueillir : truies, bovins, chevaux, agneaux et basses cours. L'environnement est très pentu et ne laisse pas beaucoup d'espace pour se déplacer sans effort. Le fermier est très accueillant et prompte à rendre service. Le descriptif correspond au cottage.
We hebben genoten van ons verblijf op de Helecombe farm. Elke dag vrolijk omringd door kippen, ganzen, eenden, varkens, prachtige paarden en schapen.
Adrian en Alex gaven ons een warm welkom met heerlijk ontbijt en zijn erg gastvrij.
De cottage is gezellig en compleet ingericht met twee badkamers en goede WiFi. De omgeving is prachtig. De Jeep Safari in Exmoor en een bezoek aan Lynmouth en Exeter zijn een aanrader.
Mit allem, was dazu gehört, Pferde, Schweine, Schafe, Gänse, Enten, Hühner, Hunde und Katzen. Im Haus merkt man davon allerdings nichts, alles war sauber und in Ordnung. Der Vermieter ist sehr freundlich, ein- und auschecken war problemlos. Die Gegend ist sehr schön.
We had a lovely weeks stay on the farm. The house was lovely and had everything you could need. Lovely and clean with a welcoming cream tea and a bottle of wine on arrival. Offered the chance of farm own bacon, sausages, eggs, butter and bread for a small price and they where lovely.
Owners and dogs where very friendly, loved all the animals on the farm (including the naughty visiting fox). Personally great was getting to holding a 2 and a half week old piglet, made my week.
Only a little comment for people with disabilities is the sofa's are rather low but there is a higher wing back chair in the downstairs bedroom. Fantastic stay.
Delightful month staying in this lovely well equipped converted barn. Fantastic hosts Adrian & Alex always cheerful & helpful. Well loved animals. Greeted with a cream tea & Adrian's jam. Just a perfect stay. Mary & Gordon
Property owner gave directions to property that led us to a flooded ditch and we only just made our way through it. The route into the holiday let were extremely steep and muddy. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the father of the property owner and made our way into the house. We quickly established after using the downstairs bathroom that the place was filthy. The shower cubicle was dirty and laden with hairs. The bed linen was stained and had hairs on it as did the headboard.
The property owner did not answer or return our call and we took the decision to leave. The property owner and Vrbo have refused our claims for a refund and this has left us no option but to share our disasterous experience with you.
Calley D.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2022
Thank you for your review, we appreciate all comments, either positive or negative.
I will address all your concerns individually so there is no confusion.
'The directions I gave you lead you to a flooded ditch, which you only just made your way through'. The only directions I gave were to come off the B3227 towards Clayhanger. Even the most basic Satnav takes you to the village centre, and I had on the check in information said that we are not in the village centre. I would have hoped that you did not drive through a flooded ditch, and am amazed that you found one anywhere near the property. There may have been surface water on the roads, but unfortunately I am unable to do anything about this, particularly as it had been so wet.
The driveway down to the cottage, farm and house is concrete, whilst there may be mud on it you have booked to stay on a working farm. This means that both cars, animals and the tractor use this drive and therefore there will be some mud on it. You had no problem getting down to the parking and certainly didn't going back up, so I am surprised you mention this now.
With regards to your cleaning concerns. We employ a cleaner to turn the cottage round and have, in our comments book, and on this and our other booking platforms, many comments on the property being clean and with good reviews. I am therefore concerned by your comments.
You have already said that you used the downstairs shower room, there were 5 of you and a dog in the property. You have sent me a picture of a solitary hair in the shower. I did not find this, however did find a single hair in the sink, I did check the property after you had used it.
Our bedding is laundered and I iron it. Should you have found a stain on it, perhaps you would have been better, to have asked for it to be changed, and any other cleaning issues addressed at the same time. Whilst I may have not been on site at your arrival, I was only at the shops, and my father, would have sorted the problems out or I could have done so when I arrived back. You state that you called and i didn't answer or return your call. We are in rural Devon and calls do not always connect, infact where I was there was no reception, but as previously stated I wasn't far away. I do live on site and on your check in information, I do say knock on the farmhouse door and do not say call me, for this reason.
I am sorry that you felt that you was unable to stay at the property. However all issues could easily have been rectified if you had said there was a problem, instead you felt that the best action was to use the bathroom, consume items on the welcome tray and leave stating it wasn't to your standards.
We pride ourselves on the condition of the property, and try to go above and beyond to make a stay on our farm enjoyable.
Lovely quiet restful break. Just what we were looking for. The cottage had everything we needed. Only downside was the sofa was a bit low and difficult for my elderly mother to use comfortably- my daughter and myself were able to sort of roll off it which caused a lot of laughter so it’s not all bad !
A lovely farm retreat - it’s very isolated but great for exploring the local area and exmoor. Adrian is a great host and provided a warm welcome and great local advice . I rented this lovely property to take my elderly mum and disabled dad for a weeks break - we had a lovely time and it’s well equipped but as a word of warning - the lounge seating is low and soft and it was a real struggle to get my parents up and down from the sofa !
We all enjoyed our stay o the farm. The cottage was spacious and well equipped. The location was great for local walks and sightseeing. We loved all the animals on the farm and Adrian our host was very helpful, recommending places the visit. The cream tea welcome was a delight!