Waterland Old Barn

4.4★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Games Room
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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* Based on a combined average customer score

14 Customer Review(s)

Elaine
October 2024

“We have just spent a week here with 2 dogs and had a lovely break - the Barn has everything you need to make it feel like home and not just a holiday let - the views are stunning and there’s a lovely dog friendly local pub the Bradworthy Inn within walking distance or 3 mins in the car.”

The Barn is perfectly situated for exploring Devon and Cornwall - the games room is a bonus especially when raining - nice welcome hamper with treats for us and the dogs which was a nice touch - would highly recommend staying here if you want peace and quiet - the stars in the night sky are beautiful and saw a couple of shooting stars and had the pleasure of an owl visiting us the first morning which was amazing to see and photograph - have stayed in various places in Devon over the years and ...

The Barn is perfectly situated for exploring Devon and Cornwall - the games room is a bonus especially when raining - nice welcome hamper with treats for us and the dogs which was a nice touch - would highly recommend staying here if you want peace and quiet - the stars in the night sky are beautiful and saw a couple of shooting stars and had the pleasure of an owl visiting us the first morning which was amazing to see and photograph - have stayed in various places in Devon over the years and for us it was just perfect

- Elaine, October 2024

Thank you for your lovely feedback. The owl has been very busy recently, so glad you got to see it. Hopefully welcome you back to visit again soon. Property Owner
Alison September 2024

“We had a lovely stay at water land barn, very clean and comfortable, met all our needs.”

Enjoyed the welcome pack, and the games provided, handy information. Would come again, thanks

- Alison, September 2024
Glynis September 2024

“Hidden gem, secluded in the beautiful countryside, fabulous views, peace and quiet, comfortable and clean accommodation, all mod cons.”

- Glynis, September 2024
Martyn August 2024

“The presentation of the property is not as advertised.”

Our holiday was due to end on Saturday 7th September but we vacated the property on Monday 2nd September. On arrival we were greeted to a host of black flies throughout the property. The lawned area at the back of the property was ankle deep in grass with fecaes left from a previous occupant. Grass was growing through the paved areas. All the flower beds and plant pots were dead. A liquid was seeping through the path. The back field was impassable and overgrown to chest high. The brochure said to enjoy the 16acres belonging to the property but this was impossible. There was an overall feeling of neglect.

- Martyn, August 2024

We're obviously really disappointed and sorry to hear of this experience - I arrived on the Mon 2nd (the day you left) to cut the grass in the rain... It has been an unbearably wet summer for trying to maintain the gardens and thought we were winning the battle. My three previous visits prior to your arrival were all rain affected - just really sorry to hear it impacted your enjoyment of Waterland to this extent. Property Owner
Lisa August 2024

“We had a lovely stay at Waterloo Old Barn.”

The Barn was well equipped, comfortable and plenty of room for 6 adults. The views to the rear of the Barn are beautiful, particularly loved the two adult swings in the garden. A great place for a family holiday, would definitely stay again.

- Lisa, August 2024
Agata July 2024

“The property was gorgeous and exactly as described and pictured.”

It’s located in a quiet and serene countryside setting, half an hour drive away from the beach.The garden was perfect for our dog and the games room provided endless entertainment for the whole family. We also had a chance to meet the owner who was lovely and very helpful. Would definitely recommend this barn for anyone planning a holiday.

- Agata, July 2024
Jonathan June 2024

“Lovely property in a quiet location.”

Easy access to North Devon and North Cornwall coasts. Lovely hamper on arrival which was a great surprise. Roperty was clean and well equipped. Giles checked we were ok and helped with issue we had re kettle. Would definitely recommend this property and would return sometime in the future.

- Jonathan, June 2024
Rachael June 2024

“We had a lovely stay at Waterland Old Barn.”

The owner was friendly and very helpful. Such a peaceful location. Very close to the Devon/Cornwall border.

- Rachael, June 2024
Claire May 2024

“What a wonderful Barn, it’s all very well decorated and very comfortable.”

Loved the ceiling lights which look like stars, what a lovely tough. The crockery, utensils and pans etc were all top end products. The garden patio and furniture including the swings were excellent, we had fun on the swings. When we had a day of rain, we played pool and darts in the The Play Room it was so much fun. The views from the Barn were amazing. The information in the property where to eat etc was super and very helpful. We had the best time. We have an American car with lowered suspension, so some of the neighbouring roads were challenging and scrapped the bottom of our car, but if you have a normal vehicle with normal suspension, then your car would be absolutely fine. Loved loved loved it. Xxx

- Claire, May 2024
Cherie April 2024

“We enjoyed our stay in the Waterland Farm.”

Gorgeous view, nice scenery and the barn are clean and fully equip. Gyles are really friendly and helpful owner of the old barn. I highly recommend staying in this place.

- Cherie, April 2024

Manythanks for your positive comments. Really pleased you enjoyed your visit and hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Hannah March 2024

“Such a beautiful property.”

Still looks exactly as the photos describe, immaculately clean. We arrived to a generous welcome hamper, milk in the fridge and some beautiful flowers which was such a lovely touch. Not listed on the property facilities but there is also a washing machine (might be worth updating the listing as could put people off). Surrounding location is very pretty and all you can hear as the sun comes up is the birds. The kids loved the games room and my youngest enjoyed the abundance of games and puzzles. Huge collection of DVDs if the weather isn’t on your side. The recommendations in the welcome book are well worth a visit. We went to Westward Ho! Sandymouth, Clovelly, Bude - all these beaches offer something different and magical. Make sure you check tide times! The vet in the village (just 4 mins away) is very helpful, our youngest pup cut her paws due to scrambling over rocks (bloody spaniels) so it was really handy to just call up and pop down and get them checked. The local spa has essentials and the staff are lovely. We had a very minor blip during our stay where on our last full day the boiler lost pressure so we were without hot water and heating for the day but the log burning fire solved the heating issue and I spoke to Giles who resolved the hot water by late afternoon and all was well. It’s a lovely cottage, beautiful location, with lovely responsive hosts and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

- Hannah, March 2024
Leanne March 2024

“This barn should definitely have a 5 star rating, we stayed 25th-29th April ...”

This barn should definitely have a 5 star rating, we stayed 25th-29th April 2024, very clean and cosy, everything you needed in the kitchen and more, some lovely little extras (milk, teabags and biscuits), the dogs loved it and so lovely to have a secure garden we could let them out in, the boys (men) had hours of fun in the games room, a really lovely break had by all even if it was typical English weather

- Leanne, March 2024

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are so pleased you had a wonderful time! Such a shame about the weather, we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Property Owner
Louise March 2024

“When we arrived we noticed that the property wasn’t very clean.”

There is mould in the down stairs bedroom, cobwebs, the skirting boards were dirty and had not been cleaned. On the back of the bedroom doors it says fire door keep closed and they don’t close shut. I opened the dishwasher and the smell that came from there was so bad i was nearly sick. The crockery wasn’t very clean where it must of been put through the dishwasher it had left it all feeling all dirty like specks on. So we had to wash things up before we used them. When we arrived home i did complain about the above and was told I should of complained when i was there for the owner to rectify the problems. I wasn’t happy with the reply i got as we payed for the Holiday to get away and relax i we didn’t want people coming in to rectify what should of been done before we arrived. I did take photos to backup my evidence but Sykescottages said they were not going to offer any compensation as i should of complained when i was there. I will never go through sykescottages.co.uk again as they expected me to complain when i was there for it to be rectified when it should if been done before our arrival. There was more that I complained about but it seems that it’s all my fault as I didn’t report it when i was there.

- Louise, March 2024
Samantha February 2024

“We had a lovely week at the Waterland Old barn.”

It had lovely views of the countryside and was a nice place to stay for a relaxing and peaceful break. The cottage was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. We enjoyed lighting the fire for a cozy evening after a day of wet and cold weather. Thank you very much we hope to return soon.

- Samantha, February 2024

Many Thanks for this lovely feedback. We are looking forward to welcoming you back soon. Property Owner

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
External games room
Central heating
Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, coffee machine, kettle, toaster
Smart TV, CD player, DVD player, WiFi, pool table, dart board, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair, travel cot, and stairgate available
Enclosed garden with patio, lawn and furniture
Off-road parking for 3 cars
Two well-behaved pets welcome: £25 charge for 2nd dog
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.8 miles, pub 0.7 miles
Note: Running water in wider grounds
Note: This property which sleeps 6, can be booked with Ref 1119372, (Waterland Farmhouse) which sleeps 10 together sleeping up to 16 guests

The property

Bude 7 miles.

Waterland Old Barn is a delightful barn conversion settled into the countryside of Bradworthy.

With countryside views, this fantastic property is ideal for a family, friends, or a group of couples looking for a tranquil getaway to Devon.

Be welcomed into this charming abode, parking off-road and discovering a light and airy open-plan living space with a sitting area for reclining beside the woodburning stove.

Here there is also an amply fitted kitchen with plentiful home-from-home amenities to cater to your culinary needs, as well as a dining table for family mealtimes.

From here, throw open the patio doors and discover a garden with countryside views and a dining space for alfresco dining.

When sleep calls, freshen up in the ground-floor shower room or bathroom, before cosying down for the night in one of the well-presented bedrooms, choosing between a ground-floor double, a first floor double, and a twin.

This property also benefits from an external games room with a pool table, dart board, and a selection of games.

Explore the countryside of Devon with a stay at Waterland Old Barn.

Note: This property which sleeps 6, can be booked with Ref. 1119372, (Waterland Farmhouse) which sleeps 10 together sleeping up to 16 guests.

Waterland Farm

Waterland Farm offers a beautiful pairing of two tastefully outfitted, detached properties resting in the outskirts of Bradworthy. With ample amenities, pet-friendly accommodation, and access 16 acres of the owner’s land, these properties are ideal for friends, families, and groups of couples looking to explore the countryside of Devon. Be welcomed into two stunning abodes, both with off-road parking, lovely living spaces and external games rooms. The properties have a variety of bedrooms catering to a selection of sleeping arrangements. Bradworthy is a lovely village sporting a local shop and a pub, The Bradworthy Inn, and is close to walks at Tamar Lakes. Further from the property you will find the coast, with the lovely seaside town of Bude just 7 miles away offering a tidal swimming pool, plentiful options for surfing, watersports, eateries, and a delightful beach. Visit Westward Ho! with its outdoor activity centre, museum, and lovely beach, or head out into the countryside for a hike. Places to visit just along the north coast include Boscastle, Tintagel and Port Isaac. Or explore the incredible Exmoor National Park and the Dartmoor National Park, ideal for hiking, mountain biking, and birdwatching. Families will love The Big Sheep theme park which can be reached within 10 miles. There is so much to be explored from Waterland Farm.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

BRADWORTHY

Bude 10 miles.

With its large village square surrounded by cottages, village shops, garage and pub (renowned locally for its beer and good food), Bradworthy is the perfect example of the typical Devon country village. Off the beaten track and surrounded by the lush green pastures of North Devon, it provides the perfect base for a truly relaxing holiday in an area with several top class visitor attractions. Just 3 miles away the Tamar Lakes provide fishing and an array of watersports for the enthusiast, while south-west is the beach resort of Bude, with its outstanding surfing, rocky coves, golf course and restaurants. Several excellent stretches of the SW Coast Path, the beaches at Sandy Mouth and Welcombe Mouth, Hartland Point Quay and Lighthouse and the beautiful cliff-side village of Clovelly and bike riding on the Tarka Trail are some of the attractions that should not be missed in this fascinating area.

Note: This property which sleeps 6, can be booked with Ref. 1119372, (Waterland Farmhouse) which sleeps 10 together sleeping up to 16 guests.

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Waterland Old Barn

Bradworthy, Devon (Ref. 1147531)

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Reviews & Ratings

“We have just spent a week here with 2 dogs and had a lovely break - the Barn has everything you need to make it feel like home and not just a holiday let - the views are stunning and there’s a lovely dog friendly local pub the Bradworthy Inn within walking distance or 3 mins in the car.”

“We had a lovely stay at water land barn, very clean and comfortable, met all our needs.”

“Hidden gem, secluded in the beautiful countryside, fabulous views, peace and quiet, comfortable and clean accommodation, all mod cons.”

“The presentation of the property is not as advertised.”

“We had a lovely stay at Waterloo Old Barn.”

“The property was gorgeous and exactly as described and pictured.”

“Lovely property in a quiet location.”

“We had a lovely stay at Waterland Old Barn.”

“What a wonderful Barn, it’s all very well decorated and very comfortable.”

“We enjoyed our stay in the Waterland Farm.”

“Such a beautiful property.”

“This barn should definitely have a 5 star rating, we stayed 25th-29th April ...”