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Buckhouse Farm Barn |
Honiton, Devon, England |
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An isolated retreat in rural East Devon. A modern conversion of a farm building with open-plan spacious living and spectacular views over our farm, woods and the Coly Valley. The farm is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty just 4 miles from the coast. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| House / Villa |
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Property Setting:
| Village / Rural |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Family / Sports & activity |
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Bedrooms:
| 3 |
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Guests:
| 6 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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A contemporary conversion of a farm building, on our small farm at the end of a country lane. There is upper floor, open-plan living space, with a wood-burner, dining area and a modern kitchen with views onto our farm on all sides. There are 3 light and spacious bedrooms on ground level, leading out to a sunny balcony overlooking the fields. Footpaths surround our working mixed farm, where we keep Black Welsh Mountain Sheep, Red Devon Cattle and traditional breeds of outdoor-reared pigs. We manage the land under a Higher Level Stewardship scheme, which ensures that the orchids and other wild flowers are preserved and the birds and wildlife continue to flourish. We have our own meat available in season and eggs most days. We can recommend award-winning restaurants and pubs that are worth a journey, great farm shops and markets for superb local produce, and the usual supermarkets. We can arrange quality catering and box delivery on request. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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We are situated in East Devon, which has a mild climate. In rolling countryside down to the famous Jurassic coast. Not far is Lyme Bay, ideal for fossil hunting, the fishing village of Beer for sea-fishing and the traditional resort of Sidmouth. Beautiful walking and bird-watching country, both coastal and inland walks in this designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are National Trust historic houses and gardens to visit all over the County. The classic car event, The Wiscombe Hill Climb is held in the next valley. The market towns of Honiton -for small antique shops and Axminster -great for local produce are nearby. An ideal location for exploring Dartmoor the rest of Devon, and both Dorset & Cornwall. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| From Honiton just call and we will give directions; we are at the end of a narrow country lane - best not to rely on Sat Nav! We can pick up from the station or airport in the Land Rover at cost. A car is essential as there is limited public transport. |
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Nearest airports:
| Exeter 20 miles |
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Nearest train station:
| Honiton 5 miles |
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Nearest ferry terminal:
| N/A |
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Nearest bus stop:
| Honiton 5 miles |
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Car Hire:
| Essential |
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Nearest restaurant:
| The Holt, Honiton |
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Nearest beach:
| Branscombe |
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Nearest shop:
| River Cottage Canteen & Store, Axminster |
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Nearest market:
| Honiton |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Name |
Deborah Edwards |
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Contact Phone No. |
01404 871438 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Beach within 30km / Birdwatching / Canoeing / Cycling / Fishing / Golf within 30km / Horse Riding / Walking
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Interior Facilities |
Dishwasher / DVD player / Linen provided / Log Fire / Television / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
A new conversion of a hay barn with a first floor open-plan living area, brightly decorated with oak-flooring. Contemporary furniture creates a seating area around the wood-burner and TV. The dining area (seating 6) has full height windows with views over the fields. There is a kitchen with a larder-fridge, electric hob, oven and microwave and dishwasher. The house has 3 bedrooms - two double bedrooms, one with doors to a terrace, the other with en-suite bathroom. Both bathrooms tiled as ‘wet-rooms’ with showers, handbasin, WC and heated towel rail. All bedlinen is 100%cotton,with wool duvets and pillows made in Devon. There is a utility/boot room off the terrace with washing machine and WC. The twin bedroom has views out to the fields.
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Exterior Facilities |
Balcony / BBQ / Parking / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
We are located at the end of a small country lane in gently undulating farmland. This part of rural East Devon is surprisingly near the coast but also not far from the Cathedral City of Exeter and Dartmoor. Great for day trips to the coast and exploring Cornwall and the many historic houses and gardens which are within easy reach. Mountain bike hire can be arranged. Bike storage available. Horse-riding nearby in the valley. Excellent birdwatching country.
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Further Details |
Logs & a barbeque are provided. Bedroom linen and towels also provided, along with table linen and tea towels. Ecological dishwasher liquid and tablets are provided. Electricity, water and heating included in price.
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Conditions of
Rental |
Payment of deposit by BACS or cheque to secure let. Balance two weeks prior to arrival. Cheques payable to Buckhouse Farm.
Weekly Let. Changeover day Saturday. Arrival 1600 hrs, departure time 1000 hrs.
Short Breaks available on request.
Due to our location only visitors can use the accommodation - any other visitors by arrangement. No Pets. No Fireworks. No smoking in the building.
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Other Information |
Child Friendly / Short breaks available
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What visitors have said about Buckhouse Farm Barn |
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After arriving from a short 3 hour drive down the A303 we were met with a most welcoming smile and a cozy fire. It was so peaceful that we accidentally had a short nap before preparing supper! Luckily we had brought a few provisions with us as on a friday evening there aren't a lot of shops around (plenty of pubs though)However, this is far from the truth once you're up and about on a Saturday morning. Fresh Shellfish from Beer fish 01297 20297 was outstanding, scallops with a pulse and crabs the size of dinner plates. We spent the afternoon on the terrace shelling and dressing the crabs. There is a well stocked Kitchen and lots of space. A quick trip to Honiton to the local off licence was the only event that felt like a chore. Walks across the fields to visit the Red Devon cows was a delight in the twilight. An evening next to a Barbecue followed by an early night. I always seem to feel sleepy in Devon!
Sunday, was spent at the wonderful Branscombe beach. And so it began....... over the next week we rarely repeated ourselves in what we did. Venturing a little further day by day into what must be one of the loveliest parts of the country. My only regret.........spending so much time asleep. Why does Devon do this to you?
Maria and Paco
Maria & Paco Arceo-Jones, Buckhouse Farm Barn, Mar 2011 
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“Buckhouse Farm is a fabulous place to visit and we would highly recommend it to anyone who wants a rural holiday. It is a beautifully designed and decorated barn conversion, which has been fitted out to a high standard. It is a bit of a trek through really narrow lanes, but it is well worth it when you arrive at the farm with all its tranquillity and stunning views of the countryside. Deborah and Anthony made us feel very welcome and were really considerate hosts.
It was a really relaxing place to spend time, and our 5 year-old twins loved walking around the farm and being introduced to all the animals (there was Ella the pig and her piglets, chickens, sheep and cows, plus a load of alpacas at a neighbouring farm). Once you’ve got your bearings it really isn’t that far to drive to the local town of Colyton or the lovely nearby beaches, such as Branscombe, Seaton and Lyme Regis.
We tend not to go back to the same place twice for our holidays, as we like to keep finding different places. However Buckhouse Farm is the exception and we would love to come back again soon.” The Galpin Family, Oxfordshire
Martin & Sue Galpin, Oct 2011
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Buckhouse Barn was a great place for our family winter break (aged 10 to 81 years old). Fantastic setting in the countryside with great walks to be had right from the front door or if not feeling energetic sit with the doors open relax and enjoy the view. The location feels remote and relaxing but is in fact within easy driving distance to a large variety of attractions beaches, markets, eateries (including River Cottage & Canteen), country villages or Exeter with an airport for access, cathedral, art gallery and large selection of shops. On return from any outing the Barn was always toasty warm even on the frostiest winter night with its log burner and central heating. Everything is provided at the Barn just add food and people!
Highly recommend to stay here as a family or as a couple.
Ronnie, New Zealand.
Ronnie, Feb 2012
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