The Barton in Cornwall. Book This Hot Tub Cottage For Less

About The Barton

Discover the enchanting The Barton, a luxurious country retreat nestled in the heart of the Heddon Valley within Exmoor National Park. This stunning accommodation sleeps up to 10 guests, making it perfect for family gatherings or a group of friends seeking an idyllic escape.

The Barton boasts five beautifully appointed bedrooms, including two super-king-size, two twins, and a bunk bedroom, alongside three lavish bathrooms.

The inclusion of a hot tub adds a touch of indulgence to your stay, providing the perfect spot for relaxation under the stars.

Inside, the cottage exudes charm with its grand dining room featuring a wood burner, a snooker room, and a lounge with an ornamental fireplace. The games room with retro arcade machines ensures entertainment for all ages.

Step outside to explore over 2 acres of private grounds, complete with a traditional Kota lodge, a children's climbing frame, and multiple seating areas for al fresco dining.

The Barton's luxury and comfort promise an unforgettable cottage break.

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Helpful Info To Get More From Your Stay

What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests adored The Barton for its spacious rooms and plethora of facilities, including the hot tub, Kota House, playroom, and dog shower. The picturesque location and suitability for multi-generational family gatherings also received high praise.

Getting there

To get to The Barton, if travelling by car, take the M5 motorway to North Devon. For rail travellers, the nearest train station is Barnstaple, from which you can take a taxi or bus.

Nearby Essentials

During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.

Service	Distance (miles)	Postcode
Pharmacy	6.5 miles	EX34 9EQ
Train station (Barnstaple)	14 miles	EX31 2AU
Pub	1 mile	EX31 4PZ
Dog walk (Heddon Valley)	0.5 miles	EX31 4PZ
Supermarket	6.5 miles	EX34 9RH
Indian takeaway (Spice of India)	6.5 miles	EX34 9HW
Chinese takeaway (Golden Bowl)	6.5 miles	EX34 9HW
Italian takeaway (Giovanni's)	6.5 miles	EX34 9HW

For families with Kids

This destination is a haven for families with children, offering a children's climbing frame and ample space for outdoor play. The nearby beaches and attractions like Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park ensure fun-filled days for the little ones.

Is The Barton A good location for couples?

For couples, this serene location offers romantic walks through National Trust woodlands and cosy evenings in the hot tub. Nearby, the historic town of Ilfracombe provides romantic boat trips and the stunning sculpture, Verity, by Damien Hirst.

Dining and Cafes

For delightful dining, visit The Hunters Inn (1 mile, 01598 763230) or for a charming café experience, stop by Mother Meldrum's Tea Room (0.5 miles, 01598 763556), both offering local flavours close to your stay.

Within walking distance of your cottage

A short walk away you'll find picturesque woodland walks, local shops, and cosy inns, perfect for exploring the natural beauty of Exmoor National Park.

Quickfire FAQs

Does this accommodation have a hot tub?

Yes, the accommodation features an extra-large hot tub with a Bluetooth speaker system, perfect for unwinding during your stay.

Is this property pet friendly?

Indeed, the property welcomes up to two dogs, providing a 'mucky pups' dog shower room with warm water for their comfort.

How many people does the accommodation sleep?

The accommodation comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests, with a maximum of 8 adults and 2 children, in five well-appointed bedrooms.

What type of entertainment facilities are available?

Guests can enjoy a snooker room, a games room with a gaming console and retro arcade machines, and a Smart TV with SkyTV in the lounge and two bedrooms.

Are there any outdoor facilities?

Yes, the property boasts over 2 acres of private grounds with a traditional Kota lodge, a children's climbing frame, and a BBQ area for outdoor dining.

What are the parking facilities at this accommodation?

There is ample private parking available for up to 5 cars, ensuring convenience for guests travelling by vehicle.

The Barton Reviews

Sean

A wonderful house, in a beautiful setting with excellent facilities. 10/10

Richard

My family and I have just come back from a lovely relaxing trip at The Barton in North Devon. This was one to remember, we all had a fantastic time and loved every bit of it! We will pass details onto friends and will definitely be thinking of further stays there in the coming years

Mark

I do not wish to leave a comment positive or negative for the reasons given above. However, I am happy to provide positive scorings for the house & location because it was an excellent property.

Lisa

A stunning house in an amazing location. The property was spotless and had everything you could possibly want from a holiday cottage. It was well equipped and maintained. The grounds, hot tub, field and stream were very much enjoyed!

Jill

The house, its garden and grounds were wonderful. An idyllic spot to completely unwind and relax in within the tranquility and beauty of the Heddon Valley, The grounds are extensive and beautifully kept and provide space and generous equipment for children to play. Sitting in the area next to the stream was gorgeous - a favourite for us all. The KoRead moreta was a brilliant addition and I can see its appeal in the colder months, although in warmer times it provides a wonderful retreat. Hide

Peter

lovely position. superb property. just a great house for a vacation

Jahirul

We had a fantastic holiday and the service from booking to our final stay was amazing. Thanks all.

Linda

WONDERFUL PROPERTY WITH SO MUCH TO OFFER FOR FAMILIES. GARDENS AND HOUSE BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED. GARDENS TOTALLY SECURE FOR CHILDREN AND DOGS. HUGE HOT TUB AND FABULOUS KUTA HUT.

Marie

This property is truly exceptional. The house and grounds are stunning with everything ready to welcome you for an amazing and unforgettable family holiday.

Clive

Just spent a great week at The Barton, excellent location, very well equipped, beautiful grounds , so much space, the snooker table was a big hit , the kota hut was great in the evenings , peaceful setting next to National Trust woodland and the Hunters pub a short walk down the lane highly recommend a stay at The Barton, will be back

Allan

This is a great house with beautiful gardens, and the location is amazing. The facilities within the house are excellent, the owners have thought of everything- in a very thoughtful way - if that makes sense - so there is no why is there no salt?? stress! We would truly love to return to the property!

Mark

What a lovely property! Lovely gardens, super house, cool hot tub! We had a lovely holiday and are already looking again for next year (just a shame the school hols are so expensive - outside our reach!) The house and facilities (and the welcome pack etc) were all just perfect. Best holiday home we have ever stayed in.

Sophie

A beautiful place to stay. Lots of wonderful walks straight from the house. Hunters Inn pub a 3 minute walk from the house, serving fantastic food. National Trust Cafe 2 minutes walk from the house. Great snacks, ice cream, drinks and yummy ice creams for dogs!

Les

An immaculate property with everything and more provided. Wonderful location, ideal for children, and realistic expectations for dogs (including his own shower). The best we have stayed in over 35 years of renting. Was sad to leave the wonderful garden and river behind.

Alan

This property has the wow factor as soon as you walk through the door , a wonderful flow into every room . Spacious and character in abundance. The 2 acres it sits in is stunning, and with a river that flows within the property, is so calming. There's so much to do with a huge hot tub that's to die for. Snooker table , games room and kota hut whichRead more we loved . The views from every window in the property blew me away , and one thing I desperately wanted to take home with me, Hide

Claire

A stunning house and gardens in a beautiful location. The house was luxurious and extremely well equipped. We felt very pampered. The hot tub was amazing with robes and slippers for every member of our party. Plenty of space for three generations and loads of activities to keep everyone happy.

Lynn

The Barton was a fantastic house in which our family of 10 spent a week over Christmas. The rooms were very spacious with lots of added facilities like the hot tub, Kota House, playroom and dog shower. Absolutely ideal for the 3 generation get together. Location was very pretty too. We think our best Christmas holiday ever.

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Attractions Near The Barton

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an The Barton itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Cornwall has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

Found a special day out near your cottage? Please let us know and we'll add it so that other visitors can enjoy it too!

Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park - EX34 0NG

about 3 Miles

Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park is a big hit with families and has a wonderful setting within 26 acres of Sub Tropical grounds. During a stroll around the site you will encounter so of the worlds most endangered animals and also take a peek back to prehistoric times when Dinosaurs roamed the earth. The park is home to the worlds only full size animatronic Tyrannosaurus Rex as well as Lions, Wolves, Sea Lions, Meerkats and many other species, Top attractions include the amazing Sea Lion Shows, Falconry Display and Sea Lion Swims.

Exmoor Zoo - EX31 4SG

about 4 Miles

Exmoor Zoo is described as a "family zoo" on their website and it certainly makes a great day out for families. There are many exotic and rare animals as well as birds to see which are living in natural surroundings. Some recent improvements at the zoo include a new 5 metre tower at the cheetahs and raised walkways at the "beast". There is also a new viewing platform over the sitatunga. As well as the amazing animals to experience there are regular fun activities such as face painting, daily events and zoo trails.

North Devon Farm Park - EX32 7ET

about 11 Miles

North Devon Farm Park is a haven for wildlife and has a fantastic location making it the perfect place for a day out during the summertime. As well as gorgeous scenery, picnic areas and plenty of space for children to play the park offers a Play Area, Tea Room serving local produce, a Petting Zoo where little ones will love meeting the affectionate animals and Nature tTails. There is also a Play Area.

The Big Sheep - EX39 5AP

about 19 Miles

This is a really unique attraction in the Devon region with many unique events taking place throughout the year. The Halloween Festival in October is well planned where you can take pumpkin carving workshops, ride the ghost train and go to witches flying school. All year round there are some excellent

Milky Way Adventure Park - EX39 5RY

about 25 Miles

The Milky Way Adventure Park is a fun day out for the whole family and has rides and attractions for all ages. There are four major rides including a thrilling roller coaster and an amazing vertical slide for the older kids and grown ups and six fascinating live shows which will entertain the whole family. During your visit you can enjoy bird of prey experiences, find your way out of the maze and feed and cuddle the baby animals.