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Patio area with hot tub and countryside views
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Enclosed garden with decked area and seating leading to hot tub area
Enclosed dog exercising paddock
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Owl Barn At The Retreat

Clovelly (1ml N), Devon
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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Waterside views
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Hot tub
Internet access
Beach within easy reach
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Converted private barn with exceptional far reaching views across the sea
  • Excellent beaches and coastline to explore nearby
  • Enjoy a day in the private garden soaking up the peace and quiet
Property code: OWLBR

Larger families in search of a traditional seaside holiday will immediately feel at home in this spacious, stylishly-converted barn on a smallholding within 3 miles of pretty Clovelly harbour village. With bags of charm and original features, it’s the perfect rural getaway on the North Devon/Cornwall border, with a private hot tub, countryside views, and a garden for children and dogs to run off steam. Children can even get to know the resident goats and lambs!

The living areas, plus two bedrooms and a bathroom, are downstairs, with two more bedrooms and another bathroom upstairs. There’s a dining table for sociable meals in the slate-floored kitchen/diner, and the cosy living room has masses of lounging space on the plush leather sofas and a wood burner for cooler evenings. The general feel is of comfortable solidity, with exposed stonework, white-washed walls, and natural materials. Bright colour highlights and traditional touches - wrought-iron bedsteads and Lloyd-loom chairs - create a homely atmosphere. Outside, your secluded patio with private hot tub, cute ‘rowboat’ changing booth, BBQ and picnic table provides more social space; kick back in the sunshine and breathe in the fresh countryside air. The two other properties at The Retreat can provide extra space for extended families who want to holiday together free of transport hassles.

You can enjoy peaceful country walks from your doorstep, and the South West Coast Path has breathtaking views along the Hartland Heritage Coast area. Clovelly, a quintessentially quaint seaside haven, has narrow, cobbled lanes, a beach, and a choice of pubs, shops and cafes. Hartland Quay village, facing the Atlantic 6 miles away, has impressive cliff scenery too. Cheerful Bude beach resort town, 16 miles away, has shops, pubs and golden Summerleaze Beach.

  • Four bedrooms – Upstairs: 1 double and 1 double zip-and-link (can be 2’6” twins on request) Ground floor: 1 double and 1 double zip-and-link (can be 2’6” twins on request)
  • 1 bathroom with hand held shower in the bath and WC. 1 shower room with WC.
  • Range cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer
  • Woodburner - logs included
  • Private hot tub
  • Off-road parking available
  • TV/DVD
  • Outdoor seating and BBQ
  • Shared dog exercising paddock
  • Complex of properties
  • Pub 2 miles, shop 2 miles and beach 3 miles
  • Arrival: 14:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Carly Hookway

This property is personally managed by Carly.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 30 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Susan 20th September 2024

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What an exceptional cottage and facilities, beautiful location with amazing views, a truly memorable stay. Will definitely be back again and will certainly be recommending to family and friends

Reviewed by Adam 31st August 2024

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Reviewed by Michelle 20th July 2024

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As a family of 7 adults, we have just returned from staying at the Owl Retreat, what a lovely home. We had a lovely relaxing time using the hot tub and playing golf on the mini layout. The gardens and paddocks for the dogs was very well maintained. The house itself with its big rooms was great for us we were never in each others way. The surroundinRead moreg area was lovely to visit with historic Clovelly itself well worth a visit. The owners Carl & Lesley were so friendly and nothing was any trouble. Hide

Reviewed by Charlene 6th July 2024

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We are just back from a wonderful weeks stay at Owl barn at the retreat, We were greeted by Lesley the owner who talked us through where everything was, the property was beautifully clean and well equipped for everything you would need for a week's stay, the beds were so comfy, hot tub went down a treat with our 2 teenage boys and the views are amaRead morezing, our cocker spaniels loved the fields to play in, the location was spot on for exploring both Devon and Cornwall, We would definitely recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Veronica 15th June 2024

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The accommodation was great, clean and well provided with all your kitchen needs and a barbecue down near the hot tub too. Carl and Lesley are lovely hosts, who you may see now and then, tending to the gardens or walking their dog in the enclosed dog walking field/pitch and put Etc. But they are very discreet. If you see them they are very sociableRead more and don't mind a chat at all. The grounds are lovely and well kept The hot tub is awesome and checked every day. Couldn't fault it! Hide

Reviewed by Mandy 8th June 2024

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We have just returned from a fabulous week at the Retreat (Owl Barn). Stunning location and a great base for visiting all the north Devon attractions and beaches. The standard of everything is excellent, especially the hot tub, and we would highly recommend. Thank you Leslie and Carl for a super week and the very welcome bottle of wine on arrival.

Reviewed by Clare 25th May 2024

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This is a lovely property with incredible views across the countryside to the sea. The kitchen was really well equipped and had everything we needed for 6 adults and a toddler. The stair gates and fences in the garden made it a really safe place for our toddler. Lesley and Carl could not have been more welcoming, helpful and friendly. Providing towRead moreels for the hot tub was a bonus and the hot tub itself was glorious. Hide

Reviewed by Paul 23rd March 2024

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The most wonderful cottage in a most wonderful setting- everything was just fabulous

Reviewed by Alexandra 10th February 2024

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We spent a glorious week in Devon in this beautiful barn conversion. Lesley and Carl are wonderful hosts, friendly and helpful but not intrusive. The accommodation is well thought out, comfortable and a good equipped kitchen. Stunning views from the garden, the jacuzzi was the cherry on the cake. Would not hesitate to recommend a stay here. Well feRead morenced off for dogs, great location for walks although you do need to drive to get there but this is a very minor thing. Thank you for a fabulous stay. Hide

Reviewed by Ryan 19th January 2024

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We had such a lovely stay in January. The cottage was wonderful and warm and we really loved the hot tub after a walk each day. The space was absolutely great for our group, we would love to visit again.

Reviewed by Veronique 30th December 2023

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A really very nice place to stay and relax!!

Reviewed by Cheryl 30th September 2023

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Reviewed by Teresa 16th September 2023

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Fabulous heavenly place. The owners go above and beyond, views to die for from the hot tub. Easy to get to everywhere. Will be returning.

Reviewed by Mr P J 9th September 2023

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Owl Barn at the retreat exceeded our expectations in every way. The location is second to none with stunning views across the countryside towards Croyde Bay. The accomadation is wonderful and the ascetic of the barn conversion making for an exceptional welcoming and homely feel. The rooms are all of the highest quality and with a private garden areRead morea Hot tub looking out over the sea view aswell as a large dog paddock area and open space it really is a retreat away from it all. Hide

Reviewed by Les 19th August 2023

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This was our first stay here but it certainly wont be our last. The property is of an exceptional standard and the use of the paddock and mini golf was an added bonus. The icing on the cake is the view from the high quality hot tub. The owners, Lesley and Carl, make you feel so welcome and as they live on site are attentive without being imposing. Read moreOur group consisted of 4 adults, 3 children and a dog, all of us, including Bella our fox red lab had a great time and will be back next year. Hide

Reviewed by David 5th August 2023

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Had a fantastic week away. The cottage exceeded expectations and the whole family had a great time! Our young boys particularly enjoyed feeding the goats and playing on the mini golf course. Great views from the hot tub, the cottage was very clean and well equipped and the hosts were very friendly.

Reviewed by Diane 27th May 2023

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Reviewed by Tony 20th May 2023

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We had a fantastic time at the Retreat, the Owl Lodge we stayed in was amazing and the view from the hot tub was breathtaking. The owners were so helpful and our dog loved the paddock. This is an amazing place to use as a base to explore the local areas. Thank you for a lovely break

Reviewed by Pat 6th May 2023

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Cottage was superb. Owners super friendly. Great family space and everything you needed. Weather mixed but did not stop us having a fabulous time. Thank you Carl and Lesley, we will definitely be back.

Reviewed by Fiona 29th April 2023

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Lovely cottage, had everything we needed and plenty of room for 7 adults and 2 dogs. The enclosed play area was perfect for a game of catch or a run around with the dogs. The hot tub was located for the best possible view.

Reviewed by Deborah 22nd April 2023

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Reviewed by Gill 1st April 2023

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Reviewed by Ann 2nd March 2023

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A superb cottage and a very helpful owner who is resident on-site. Nothing was too much trouble.

Reviewed by Lyn 18th February 2023

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Second time staying here. We love it. From the hot tub to watching the goats to the views to the well equipped kitchen which is anyones dream kitchen and a pleasure to cook in. Underfloor heating and the multi headed shower are such a luxury. Lesley and Carl are so friendly and helpful. We found it not too long a distant to instow beach and westwarRead mored ho. My only thing I would change is allow dogs in the bedrooms. My dogs are my family and its a hard change for them being separated from us. Hide

Reviewed by Tia 30th December 2022

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Lesley & Carl were lovely hosts who were really easy going and non-intrusive throughout our stay. Lesley met us on arrival, kindly showed us around and explained the dos and donts alongside recommendations of local walks and pubs. The property is much better in person than photos, and is finished to a lovely standard. We had 8 adults, a baby and a Read moredog, and this cottage couldnt have been more homely and cosy - especially with the log fire and the hot tub! Thank you so much we will be back :) Hide

Reviewed by Allison 22nd December 2022

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We just had Christmas week in owl barn, and this is the best equipped holiday cottage that we have ever stayed in. Absolutely everything had been well thought out, from plenty of pots and pans to cook Christmas lunch right through to a pressie from santa under the tree for our grandson. The barn was beautifully decorated and very cosy too. Didn't eRead moreven have to light the log burner. I would thoroughly recommend owl barn and would love to return in the summer months. Hide

Reviewed by Ruth 25th November 2022

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We had an amazing stay at Owl Barn. So clean and well equipped and even better than it looks in the photos! Perfect location, rural but not so rural that going anywhere takes a whole day! Our dogs loved it too. Lesley & Carl are lovely hosts. Friendly, helpful and always on hand if we needed anything but not intrusive. We cant wait to go back !

Reviewed by Susan 22nd October 2022

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Reviewed by Laura 15th October 2022

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Wow! This property is stunning, the views are just amazing and Lesley and Carl were so warm and welcoming. We stayed in Owl Barn, it's very well equipped with everything we needed. Even better than the pictures!! Everywhere is so well kept, the outdoor space and hot tub were fantastic. The children enjoyed helping with the goats most mornings. We wRead moreere made to feel like extended family, would highly recommend and will definitely return. Great location for exploring North Devon. Hide

Reviewed by GILLIAN 1st October 2022

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