Guests say
Water Barn in Devon is highly praised for its idyllic, serene setting with peaceful woodlands and countryside. Guests appreciate the warm welcomes, including personal touches from the owner, Ann. The property is celebrated for its comfort, well-equipped facilities, and beautiful garden. It serves as an excellent base for woodland walks and exploring Dartmoor, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
Reviews consistently mention that Water Barn is very clean and well-maintained, with only a single mention of areas needing more attention. The high level of cleanliness contributes significantly to the comfort and appeal of the property.
The location is frequently highlighted as exceptional, offering direct access to woodland walks, tranquillity, and proximity to local attractions. The scenic beauty and convenience for exploring Devon and Dartmoor enhance the property's desirability.
Guests find the property comfortable, with special mentions of a cosy open fire, comfortable beds, and a homely atmosphere. There is a minor note regarding the ground floor being a bit chilly, but overall, the comfort level is rated highly.
The property is well-equipped, with a particularly well-appointed kitchen and excellent shower facilities. There is a mention of maintenance work disrupting a stay, but overall, the facilities are regarded as comprehensive and contributing to an enjoyable stay.
The owner's thoughtfulness is frequently commended, with mentions of a warm welcome, cake on arrival, and helpfulness throughout the stay. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, they are personal touches and may vary with each visit.
About this property
This lovely, roomy Devon cottage sits in a quiet lane in a hamlet of old cottages, farmhouses and trees on the edge of the pretty little Dartmoor village of Manaton with its traditional village green, church and playground, next door to the owners' former mill house where you can still see the water wheel. The cottage has been carefully converted from an ancient stone barn and is now beautifully lit, heated and made comfortable, with a wonderful upstairs open-plan space made light and airy by picture windows at either end. You can relax in the comfy seating area and prepare delicious meals in the big well-stocked kitchen area to enjoy in the dining space. Down the stairs are the two attractive bedrooms sharing a family bathroom. The natural garden matches the beauty of the rural surroundings, with its granite boulders, oak trees, lawn, flowers and barbecue. For walkers and guests who appreciate tranquillity, this is a wonderful spot, with picturesque walks through woods and over moorland from your doorstep, and spectacular Dartmoor tors like Hound Tor and Bowermans Nose to visit. If you don't feel like cooking, theres a pub just 400 yards from Water Barn. For more adventure, try the local riding stables and golf driving range, or venture to the sea and beaches at Teignmouth and Torbay, about 15 miles away.
Lustleigh is a picture postcard village set on the deep wooded slopes of eastern Dartmoor and within Dartmoor National Park. With a pretty church, village shop and excellent pub along with lots of thatch cottages you can see why Lustleigh made it to the Telegraph's top villages.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king size double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over bath, WC and basin.
Upstairs open-plan living/dining/kitchen with wood burning stove.
Downstairs hall.
Central heating with wood burning stove.
Microwave, fridge, freezer, washer-dryer, dishwasher, TV with Sky DVD, WiFi, Phone, Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair available on request.
Off road parking for two cars.
Barbecue.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, Sorry no smoking.
Pub less than 1 mile from property.
Nearby points of interest
- House of Marbles
- Dartmoor Prison Museum
- Babbacombe Model Village
- Torquay Museum
- Shaldon Beach
- Powderham Castle
Reviews (68)
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Alice
Thank you for a lovely holiday.
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Nicola & Chris
Highly recommended
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Philip
Great beamed open plan upper floor with lovely kitchen dining area and comfortable lounge area. Only criticism is that the ground floor felt damp, despite the heating on in the mornings to help with this. Friendly owner next door.