Monks Retreat in Devon. Book This Hot Tub Cottage For Less

About Monks Retreat

Escape to the idyllic Monks Retreat, a detached barn conversion nestled on a 200-acre working farm, offering a tranquil haven with stunning countryside views. This delightful accommodation is perfect for those looking to unwind and reconnect with nature.

Monks Retreat comfortably sleeps 4 guests in 2 cosy bedrooms, making it an ideal getaway for families or friends.

The ground floor boasts a double room with an en-suite, while the galleried twin room upstairs features an en-suite WC for added convenience.

Indulge in the luxury of your private jacuzzi-style hot tub, gazing out over the fields, or enjoy alfresco dining with the provided BBQ and garden furniture. The enclosed garden ensures privacy and serenity during your stay.

The property also includes a private games room, perfect for entertainment on rainy days.

With its prime location on the Devon/Cornwall border, you're just a short drive from sandy beaches and top attractions, making Monks Retreat an exceptional choice for your next cottage break.

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Need To Know

✓Downstairs bedroom
✓Downstairs bathroom
✓Enclosed garden / patio
✓Increased accessibility
✓Hot tub
✓Internet access
✓Working farm
✓Games / Play facilities
✓Pub within 1 mile
✓Fishing on site / nearby
✓Family friendly
✓Parking on site / nearby
✓Decorated for Christmas
✓Cottage

Cottages Near Monks Retreat

Higher Hopworthy Cottage

0 Miles

South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 4

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 2

Escape to this quaint cottage retreat nestled in the peaceful countryside of North Devon, where you can relax and unwind surrounded by nature.

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Higher Hopworthy The Roundhouse

0 Miles

South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 6

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 3

Escape to this serene retreat nestled in the peaceful countryside of North Devon, where you can relax and unwind surrounded by nature.

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Monks Treasure

0 Miles

South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 8

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 4

This property enjoys a quiet, rural location within easy reach of the Tamar Lakes Country Park, which offers plentiful opportunities for visitors to enjoy sailing, windsurfing, water zorbing, scenic walks, cycle routes, and angling.

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Kingfishers Retreat

0 Miles

South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 4

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 2

Relax and unwind at this tranquil spot set in the peaceful countryside. With its own private hot tub and superb lakeside views, you will find it difficult to tear yourself away.

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The Old Paddock

1 Miles

South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 8

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 4

This gorgeous property nestles in a quiet, rural setting just a short drive to the North Devon Coast, has been fitted and furnished to an exceptional standard and provides a perfect base for a relaxed family holiday.

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Weekstone Cottage

2 Miles

South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 2

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 1

This lovingly decorated delightful cottage makes the ideal homely base from which to explore all that the region has to offer as it is conveniently located by the A3072.

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Horslett Barn

3 Miles

South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 10

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 5

Perfectly situated equidistant from the A39 and A30, and close to the Devon and Cornwall border you can enjoy exploring both of these ever popular counties.

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Acorn Cabin

3 Miles

South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 4

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 2

A perfect mix of tranquillity and family fun is all within easy reach of this well designed cabin, and makes a wonderful getaway for friends and small families.

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Oak Cabin

3 Miles

South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 4

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 2

With a focus on the great outdoors, this wonderful cabin provides a modern, carbon neutral retreat with the added luxury of a wood fired hot tub to enjoy sinking into after a day of exploring.

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Horslett Stable

3 Miles

South West of England » Devon

Sleeps 6

Hot Tub

Bedrooms: 3

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Helpful Info To Get More From Your Stay

What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests have highly praised Monks Retreat for its cosy and comfortable setting, well-equipped facilities, and the added luxury of a hot tub. The games room is a hit among visitors, providing entertainment regardless of the weather. The warm and welcoming hosts also contribute to the exceptional experience, ensuring a memorable stay.

Getting there

To get to Monks Retreat, take the M5 motorway towards Devon. Exit towards the A30 and continue until you reach the A386. Follow signs for Bude, and you'll arrive at your rural retreat. The nearest train station is in Okehampton.

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	3 miles	EX22 6LP
Train station	20 miles	EX20 1EJ
Pub	1 mile	EX22 6NN
Dog walk	On-site
Supermarket	3 miles	EX22 6HL
Indian takeaway (Curry Leaf)	3 miles	EX22 6DJ
Chinese takeaway (Golden Fry)	3 miles	EX22 6DJ
Italian takeaway (La Bocca Pizza)	3 miles	EX22 6DJ

For families with Kids

This destination is excellent for families, offering spacious accommodation and a variety of on-site activities. Children will love the farm walks, feeding chickens, and visiting farm animals. The private games room with Disney DVDs and various games ensures there's never a dull moment.

Is Monks Retreat A good location for couples?

For couples seeking a romantic retreat, this destination offers a serene farm setting with cosy accommodation. Nearby, romantic days out include strolls along the rugged coastline or visiting the quaint fishing villages of Boscastle and Port Isaac for a picturesque escape.

Dining and Cafes

For a delightful dining experience, visit The Rydon Inn (1 mile away, 01409 259444) or enjoy the cosy atmosphere of The Bickford Arms (3 miles away, 01409 221318). For a casual cafe setting, The Coffee Pot (3 miles away, 01409 255600) is perfect for a light bite.

Within walking distance of your cottage

A short walk away you'll find the charming local shops, traditional inns, and pubs, offering a true taste of Devonshire hospitality. Enjoy scenic walks and the nearby sandy beaches for a delightful day out.

Quickfire FAQs

Does this accommodation feature a hot tub?

Yes, this property boasts a private hot tub that offers a peaceful retreat for adult guests to relax and enjoy the serene countryside views.

Is this property pet-friendly?

Yes, the property welcomes one dog, providing an ideal holiday home for pet owners looking to explore the Devonshire countryside with their furry companion.

What type of parking is available at this location?

Ample off-road parking is provided, ensuring guests have a convenient and secure place to park their vehicles throughout their stay.

Are there any fishing opportunities nearby?

Guests can arrange access to two fishing lakes on-site, offering a delightful pastime for those interested in angling amidst the beautiful farm setting.

Is there internet access at this accommodation?

WIFI is included for guests, although it can be intermittent due to the rural location of the property, allowing for a more unplugged and relaxing experience.

Are there games or play facilities available for children?

Yes, the property includes a private games room equipped with a pool table, table tennis, and other games, perfect for family entertainment.

Monks Retreat Reviews

Sara-Jayne

We absolutely loved our stay at Monks Retreat. The accommodation was very country cottage. The location was stunning. Its situated on a farm where we met the donkeys and chickens. It felt very remote which is exactly what we needed. The hot tub was superb. Everything we wanted for a relaxing time away from the normal hubbub of life. The hosts even Read moreleft us a cream tea which was a lovely touch. Hide

Caroline

Absolutely fantastic holiday. The cottage was lovely ... They games room and hot tub were a real added bonus and enjoyed by all of us. The location it lovely and quiet but close enough to visit the area. Internet intermittent but seemed to be the case wherever we explored in Devon/Cornwall. We definitely would book again

KAREN

The cottage is a favourite of ours and has everything you require .

Kerry

Great accomodation for family of four plus dog. My teens especially loved the games room and the dog loved walks around the farm . Perfect location for exploring the coastline only 18 mins to bude and some great dog friendly beaches Recommend visting Boscastle, and spekes mill mouth waterfall walk from hartland Quay. We was also lucky enough to seaRead more sea lions from hartland point. Hide

Mark

Really enjoyed our stay. Close proximity to Bude but enough to be away from the hustle and bustle. Kitchen and living area were perfect to relax and comfortable. Hot tub applied the finishing touch for relaxing in the evening and huge plus point

Nimesh

Clean and tidy property set in a rural location with great facilities. Hot tub and the games room were very entertaining. WiFi was ok, it did drop out or times but it was bearable. I would highly recommend this place for a couple / small family or a small group of friends. There are other properties on the estate too. Owners live next door and are Read morevery friendly and welcoming too. I would definitely book again :) Hide

Tamara

Monks Retreat was really lovely. Quiet and remote. TV and WiFi signal were quite weak but there was a hot tub and a games room with pool, table football and a ping pong table. We were 20 minutes from Bude and all their beaches. 10 minutes from the closest supermarket. I don't know if the field is usually available to play in, or whether they gave tRead morehe OK just because their animals were in the barns for the wet weather and our garden was a bit of a bog. But my dog loved having the freedom. Hide

Stacey

Amazing property and location for North Devon and Cornwall. We stayed for a week in April 24 and although the weather wasn't always on our side, the property's private games room always made sure we had something to do! The owner was friendly and always available if we needed something. Fresh scones on arrival were a lovely touch too! We'll definitRead moreely return some time for another break! Hide

Becky

Games room was a bonus!

Alastair

We had an amazing couple of days over NYE at Monk's Retreat. The cottage was clean, quiet and perfect for our family. The hot tub and games room are a great feature and Tony was the perfect host - he welcomed us and then came to say goodbye but stayed out of our way for the whole stay. The cottage is close enough to the beach and Bude for day tripsRead more but equally peaceful and remote for quiet evenings. We'd definitely come back! Hide

Hayley

Absolutely lovely cottage. Well equipped! Really cosy and comfortable. Lovely hot tub and added bonus of a games room. Absolutely amazing Hosts (thank you!)

Simon

Set in a lovely location and Tony is a very friendly host. Games room was a real bonus as we had a couple of wet days. Made plenty of use of the hot tub. The accommodation will take four. The upstairs room had single beds and a toilet and wash basin. The only shower was in the master en-suite. We were a party of three and it wasn't a problem. Kitch en was functional and well equipped and lounge was comfortable. Free WiFi. We would highly recommend.

Stephanie

Monks Retreat is a lovely place to stay. There is everything you need. The area is very peaceful yet only a short drive into Holsworthy or Bude. We were very grateful for the opportunity to exercise our dog on the farm. The only thing to note is that the garden is enclosed but not secure. The hot tub was a lovely treat and there is also a barbeque provided. The owner is very friendly. We would highly recommend Monks Retreat.

Martin

A friendly welcome awaited us at a lovely well equipped property. Miles from anywhere just what we wantedpeace and tranquility. Yet only 15/20 minutes to the many dog friendly beaches around Bude. There are plenty of places to eat .tea and cake at Sip and Sea at Northcott, The Olive Tree by Bude Canal. Acres of farm land to wander aboutwish we were there for longer.

Heather

A beautify cottage in a beat setting, close enough to drive to amenities but far enough out to switch off and relax. Very peaceful. Cottage well equipped and very cosy. Owners very friendly. The pony, 2 donkeys and chickens made it perfect for my Mum.

Abigail

The cottage was clean, well equipped with comfy beds. We slept so well because it was so quiet and peaceful. The hot tub was very clean and always ready for us. The owner is around if needed but not in your face. The pool table in the games room was a massive bonus. Very good value for money all in all. Would suit 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 childre n. Located perfectly for exploring both Devon and Cornwall. Highly recommend.

Diane

Great cottage and a lovely welcome from owner Tony who had gone the extra mile of decorating the house for our Anniversary. Immediately felt very comfortable and "at home". Thoroughly enjoyed the hot tub and games room and the fact there was not a long list of do's and dont's. Thank you Tony (and your son for the tow!)

Mira

The cottage is in quite and remote location, which was lovely and we have enjoyed that. The owner and his daughter were very friendly and welcoming. There was a tasty lemon cake in the kitchen waiting for us on our arrival. We've really enjoyed venturing out and about and after jumping into the hot tub. We have also made a good use of the games roo m especially on some rainy days. We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Definitely recommend it.

Lee

Great place.very clean.entertainment with games room and hot tub.10/10 from me.

Billie

The cottage is spacious, clean and in a nice rural location set on a farm. Our dog was able to roam the farm freely and we felt completely safe and the owners were close by in case we needed any assistance. The games room is ideal for families or couples, pool-table and table tennis which was fab! The Hot tub was left hot all week for us so we coul d dip in and out whenever we liked, it was the perfect temperature too! Make sure you have a car to drive to local shops, restaurants etc!

Katie

We stayed for 7 days the owner met us on arrival and was very welcoming and lovely we went out exploring everyday as it was perfectly located to explore different areas if we werent doing that we were enjoying the hot tub and games room. Would highly recommend to anyone who wants an escape.

Jaimie

Very nice cottage. In tge midle of nowhere which was perfect for us. The cottage was roomy and enough for thec4 of us. 2 adults 2 children. The faces room was great entertainment for the kids and us. The owner was really friendly and showed our children around the farm and played football with them. It was a really relaxing week and a short drive t o Widemouth Bay and to Bude. All together a nice place to go to

Lily

We had a lovely stay, the cottage had everything we needed plus more! The games room and hot tub were fantastic. The location was great and use of the fields for the dog were an added bonus. Tony was friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend.

Ian

Lovely cottage, it was a home from home. Brilliantly equipped and everything functioned as it should. The cottage was exactly as described. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming. Definitely one to come back to.

Andrea

Perfect place to shut off from the world and enjoy some peace and quiet. No wifi was actually good to escape the digital distractions and the hot tub was just perfect looking out on to open field. A real oasis.

Caroline

Very clean cottage with lovely friendly and very helpful hosts. Shame Pyworthy pub not dog friendly. Bude was great with many independent shops. Cottage a little remote but lovely and quiet. Hot tub fantastic. Great holiday. Thank you.

Tracy

A lovely cottage, clean and comfortable. Limited storage for clothes as no wardrobe upstairs and one mirror and limited to wear you can dry your hair. Hot tub was a hit with the teenagers and also the games room. Great if it rained but luckily we had dry weather. No walking distance to pub or shops, definitely have to drive everywhere and wifi/mobi le signal terrible. No point taking the firestick need to take plenty of DVDs if you like to have a drink and stay at home.

Mark

Lovely place to stay. Nice and quiet. Local attractions are easily in reach by car. the location, The property, location and the host were perfect for us.

Gayle

We loved the location, the farm stay with all the space. The welcome from the owner was fantastic and they even gave the children an Easter egg each! Hot tub was great and nice and hot. Bed was very comfortable. Great spot to explore north Devon and into Cornwall, we visited Bude (15 mins away), Boscastle (30 mins away) and Crackington Haven beach (20 mins away). Very peaceful.

Adam

Very nice farm stay. Pet friendly and and relaxing not far to drive to the beaches . Would stay again

Cathryne

Cottage is beautiful Location very peaceful

LISA

I would not rate this cottage as 4 star in comparison with other holiday cottages that we have stayed at. Do not be fooled there is no Wifi and you have limited 3G on any mobile device. The accommodation is very tired and in desperate need of updating, the rugs and carpets have definitely seen better days. Strong smell of damp in bedrooms and bathr oom. No Covid policy / instructions. No local information or ability to access any. Overall very disappointed with quality of accommodation.

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Attractions Near Monks Retreat

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Monks Retreat itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Devon 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!

Trethorne Leisure Park - PL15 8QE

about 11 Miles

Trethrone Leisure Park in Cornwall is a popular choice for a family day out and offers an excellent programme of activities for children all year round. The park has a farm area where younger kids will love feeding the lambs and other friendly animals. Pony rides, a large play area, ball pool; trampolines and crazy golf are also available.

Dingles Steam Village - EX14 0RS

about 11 Miles

Dingles Steam Village is an all weather attraction crammed with activities for the whole family to enjoy. The site has a wonderful Café serving home cooked meals, a fun Soft Play Area for younger children, an Agility Course for older kids and several Nature Trails for the family to explore together. The site also displays working and static exhibits of Steam Engines as well as old Fairground Rides so is educational as well as fun!

Milky Way Adventure Park - EX39 5RY

about 13 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.

The Big Sheep - EX39 5AP

about 17 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

Tintagel Castle - PL34 0HE

about 17 Miles

Tintagel Castle is one of the most iconic landmarks in Cornwall and is an excellent place for a family day out. Situated on the stunning Cornish Coast the Castle has a mystical and magical presence and is steeped in historical importance. Indeed the Legend of King Arthur was born right here. The Castle and grounds also provide a home for many species of wildlife as well as some amazing flora and fauna. The site also has a small visitor's centre with souvenir shop and a wonderful Beach Café.

Adrenaline Quarry - PL14 5AE

about 25 Miles

Adrenaline Quarry is the place to head for adults and teenagers and children looking for adrenaline boosting activities. The site boasts the largest and longest Zip wire in the country. Other activities available include Go Karting and the thrilling Coaststeering - Climbing cliffs and jumping in to the sea! All ages and skill levels are catered for and safety is top priority. Zip Wire rides start from £12.50 While Coaststeering costs £30.00.

North Devon Farm Park - EX32 7ET

about 26 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 Monkey Sanctuary - PL13 1NZ

about 29 Miles

This attraction is really unique in that you have the opportunity to gain a rare insight into a working sanctuary. You can see first hand all of the fantastic work carried out as well as seeing the monkeys themselves. Other popular areas of this attraction include the Bat Cave and Wildlife Room. the Wildlife Gardens and the kids play area. There is something for everyone at The Monkey Sanctuary and you can also sponsor and donate if you wish. The cost to adopt a monkey is from just £2 a month.