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Hill Farm Fox Barn

Shebbear, near Hatherleigh, Devon
Sleeps 3
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Internet access
Working farm
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Complex
Cot available
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Stylish barn conversion with access to 12 acres of private woodland, to exercise dogs
  • Patio area for an evening BBQ
  • Quiet rural location, perfect for a romantic break
  • Close to Devon/Cornwall border attractions like Bude, Clovelly and Westward Ho!
  • First Basket of Logs provided only
Property code: OC-HIFOX

Sympathetically converted to retain much of its original charm, this stylish barn is perfect for romantic getaways for two in the countryside. Set out on foot from the property to explore the surrounding 12 acres of private woodland or take to the coast for a day on the sand at Bude (18 miles), Westward Ho! (17 miles) or Croyde (33 miles). When you’re not enjoying fish and chips on the beach, settle down for a cosy evening beside the wood burner with a good book or film.

Downstairs, the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner is warm and welcoming with exposed beams, slate flooring and timber units. Prepare and enjoy romantic meals for two in the traditional kitchen area, which offers ample workspace and a table to seat four. Afterwards, choose your favourite DVD from the collection in the shared laundry room before retreating to the lounge area for a relaxing evening beside the roaring wood burner. In warmer weather, dine al fresco in the delightful enclosed patio area.

Located on the owner’s farm, this property is surrounded by beautiful Devon countryside. The village of Shebbear is just 1 mile away and is home to a mobile post office and welcoming village pub, while further shopping and dining facilities can be found in nearby Bideford (14 miles). Beach lovers should head for the sandy stretches at Bude and Westward Ho!, while keen walkers will enjoy the highs, lows and stunning scenery of Dartmoor National Park (20 miles).

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 king-size and 1 single
  • 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC
  • Freeview TV/DVD in the lounge and TV/DVD in each of the bedrooms
  • Oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher
  • Shared laundry facilities
  • Fire guard, stairgate, bed guard and ride-on toys available
  • Ample parking available
  • Beach 25 minute drive, pub and shop 1 mile
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Jayde Vaggers

This property is personally managed by Jayde.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 37 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Marius 27th May 2026

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Very nice place to relax, quite and beautiful location

Reviewed by Wesley 21st May 2026

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A big thanks to Oliver & co for a lovely getaway. The setting was very nice and Oiliver was attentive and mindful of any needs. We enjoyed our stay!!

Reviewed by Sarah 13th April 2026

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Reviewed by Amanda 13th March 2026

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We had an amazing weekend staying at Fox Barn Everything we needed was catered for, the cottage was really cosy and beautifully presented, milk eggs treats for the dogs and fresh flowers were all lovely touches. Lilly our cocker had an amazing time running through the forest, were hoping to come back in June for a week to explore further

Reviewed by Julie 22nd January 2026

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We had everything we needed, the cottage was lovely, made extra special by the owners leaving little extras like milk, eggs, fresh flowers and dog treats.

Reviewed by Deanna 10th January 2026

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Well maintained and very comfortable cottage and the dogs loved the woodland

Reviewed by John 23rd December 2025

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A delightful property, very clean and comfortable. A relaxing, calm stay in a quiet location.

Reviewed by Rosemary 21st November 2025

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5 stars from us.

Reviewed by Wendy 18th November 2025

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Reviewed by Andrew 7th November 2025

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Everything you could ever need was thought of , an absolute awesome cottage , clean , warm , very comfy bed , so dog friendly . A must for all .

Reviewed by Jeanne 31st October 2025

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Great property, well maintained and beautifully furnished. Fab layout and facilities. Lovely views and lively woodlands on site.

Reviewed by Joanne 17th October 2025

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When looking for a last minute break we were looking for a remote, rural hideaway and boy did we find it! Fox Barn is deep in the countryside which was perfect for us. Our 3 dogs enjoyed walking in the woods and snoozing in front of the log fire. Not only was there tea, coffee, sugar, milk and biscuits (for humans and dogs) when we arrived but the Read morelog fire was prepped ready to be lit! We couldnt have found a better place to hunker down on the cold, wet days. Thank you for a relaxing break! Hide

Reviewed by Sue 1st October 2025

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Reviewed by Teresa 19th September 2025

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If you want a quiet and tranquil place to stay then Fox Barn will be the place for you. The cottage itself is first class, comfy beds, sofas and everything you need is supplied for a first class stay. The little extras were very welcome from tea, coffee, sugar, eggs and milk in the fridge.The woodland walks were enjoyed by us and our two dogs and tRead morehe freedom to run off lead was so enjoyable for us all. Central to visit some lovely nearby places, especially Bude, which was a beautiful place. Hide

Reviewed by Claire 1st August 2025

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Location is great if you want somewhere that is quiet. An exceptionally clean and well presented cottage with everything you could possibly need. Felt really at home with the extra personal touches such as eggs, milk, tea, coffee and even treats for the dogs on arrival. They have literally thought of everything down to the cleaning products. The woRead moreods are great for walking the dogs first thing in the morning and in the evening. Would definitely recommend and would stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Ian 18th July 2025

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Lovely location if you want to escape from the world. Come stocked up with shopping as shops are miles away

Reviewed by Philip 4th July 2025

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Reviewed by Adam 27th June 2025

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Very comfortable accommodation in a tranquil setting, perfect for dog owners

Reviewed by Barry 13th June 2025

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Lovely quiet place, nice dog field and woods right outside, we didnt have to put our two labs on a lead all weekend

Reviewed by Debra 2nd May 2025

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Fantastic cottage in great area, our dogs loved the woods . Not everyone takes 3 dogs even if well behaved Labradors . Cleanest cottage we have stayed at . Well equipped . Bed very comfortable. Nice touches with milk, eggs, dog biscuits. We had lovely neighbours as shared garden/woods so worked well , thanks Colin & Beverley for that.

Reviewed by Jon 18th April 2025

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Enjoyed our stay very much. Ideal base to see the sights iof Devon and Cornwall.

Reviewed by Sharon 29th March 2025

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Fox Barn was modern,clean and comfortable and catered for families/people with dogs.Peaceful location with a woodland walk ideal for dogs.Not too far from beaches and towns such as Bideford and Barnstaple. We had a really lovely getaway and would recommend to all.

Reviewed by Debbie 7th March 2025

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Beautiful property, great location.

Reviewed by Yvonne 28th February 2025

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Reviewed by Alison 14th February 2025

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A beautiful place to stay. We had a lovely week with our 10 year old and two dogs. Wellies are a must at this time of year as the woodland on the property was very wet - not something that bothered us though. The fire added a lovely cozy atmosphere to relax in after busy days out. The shower was super powerful- always a bonus!! The nearby BlackberrRead morey farm was lovely for lunch. We also enjoyed days out to Bude, Clovelly and Lydford Gorge. Overall this was a lovely base to explore from. Hide

Reviewed by Elaine 7th February 2025

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Reviewed by Nicholas 27th December 2024

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Lovely barn, excellent if you have a dog with the secure wood

Reviewed by Amanda 20th December 2024

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Fantastically clean and kitchen was really well equipped with good oven and good quality knives, crockery etc. a real shame that there was no mats or rugs downstairs. Bedrooms lovely and comfortable but a shame the was no view from them.

Reviewed by Neil 1st November 2024

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Wonderful cottage in a wonderful location

Reviewed by Melody 27th September 2024

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We couldn't have asked for more. It was a wonderful cottage to stay in - a real home from home and look forward to returning.

Reviewed by Valerie 6th September 2024

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Perfect for dog owners and walkers

Reviewed by Emily 23rd August 2024

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We absolutely loved our stay at Fox Barn. It's a beautiful property and we had everything we could have wanted to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable - we especially loved the eggs and biscuits on arrival. Our two young boys loved the freedom of being able to run on the field and we loved the woodland walk too. It was lovely being in such a quiRead moreet and isolated area surrounded by countryside and we enjoyed the space and the freedom as a real break from the hustle and bustle of every day life. Hide

Reviewed by Sarah 9th August 2024

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Reviewed by Nicola 19th July 2024

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Reviewed by Katharine 12th July 2024

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Reviewed by Jill 21st June 2024

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Amazing location, peace and quiet. Fox barn is beautifully decorated and very comfortable and clean. The field and woodlands are fabulous. Half hour away from Bude, Biddeford and many other lovely small towns. Would highly recommend this holiday cottage

Reviewed by Sharon 14th June 2024

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Beautiful location, amazing views, walks, and local pubs. Farm cat very friendly, lots of visits from him. Very quiet, great place to relax.

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