Relaxing quiet escape nr top beaches, free parking

Our relaxing cottage in North Buckland near Croyde is an excellent location for families and friends looking for a convenient base to explore beautiful North Devon. We are nestled within a peaceful valley with stunning countryside views yet only 15 minute's drive from four of the regions most sought after beaches. Local attractions/amenities are within easy reach, two good foodie pubs within walking distance. We offer a well-equipped retreat with access to a large garden, with idyllic views. The space Unwind and feel at ease in our comfortable cottage with sociable, relaxed living space and peaceful garden views. On the upper floor is a large en-suite master bedroom with King size bed and dressing/seating area with a new chaise lounge. The newly refurbished bathroom has a bath with shower. (**Please note for anyone with mobility issues the King en-suite is accessed by narrow stairs, please see image). On the ground floor is a sizeable lounge area with attractive stone fireplace and log burner, Smart TV, and an a-joining sociable dining area with seating for 7. The recently replaced kitchen is fully equipped for you to enjoy making meals at Barley Cottage. The second bedroom with double bed, new Hypnos mattress and countryside views, third bedroom with twin beds and fourth bedroom with single bed are also on the ground floor and share the second bathroom which has a shower. For the 2025 season we have completely renewed the upstairs en-suite bathroom and all the downstairs bedrooms have been refurbished with new bedroom furniture and redecoration. The cottage is also available to rent as a 2 bed. A courtyard with outdoor dining table and bbq is accessible directly from the ground floor plus the guest laundry with washing machine and tumble dryer. There is a large garden and top terrace with ample seating and stunning long distance countryside views. Plus fire pit to enjoy our beautiful star-studded dark skies. Enjoy a lovely Welcome Hamper on arrival which includes scones, jam, clotted cream, milk, coffee, tea and sugar. Art Gallery and Studio You are warmly invited to visit Sue’s ceramics gallery and studio while you are here. There are plenty of beautiful artworks to see and choose from. A lovely reminder of your stay in North Devon. The gallery and studio are located at the top of the garden. Parking Barley Cottage is situated on a former 136 acre working farm, it was converted from a grain barn to a cottage in the 1970s. A dedicated private car port (left hand side) was also created at the same time which remains a valuable and nostalgic part of the property. It is conveniently situated right next to the cottage front door. We have modified the car port to make it as accessible as possible for modern wider cars, whilst maintaining its sturdy structure and original character. We have had Range Rovers, Ravs, Audis, parking in the car port with no problems. If you have a very large vehicle or small van you can park in front of the stone steps leading up to the cottage front door. North Buckland is a picturesque hamlet nestled within a tranquil valley set in the middle of The North Devon National Landscape/Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. World Surf Reserve Putsborough Beach, Croyde Bay, Woolacombe Beach and Saunton Sands are 15 minutes drive. Local trails, woodland, Braunton Burrows, The South West Coast Path, Exmoor and much more are within easy reach. There are two pubs in Georgeham - The Kings Arms and The Rock Inn - both serving award winning food and ales and delicious Sunday lunches. Further afield within a 15 minute drive is an excellent selection of eateries, cafes and restaurants. Guest access Guests have access to the large back garden with top terrace giving panoramic views over the rolling Devon countryside. Please note this is shared with other guests that may be staying at the property. Other things to note Please note our car ports are narrower than today’s, as they were built in the ‘70s. However most cars do fit. If you have a larger vehicle you can park in front of the stone steps leading up to the cottage front door. The cottage is also available to rent as a 2 bed. A stair guard is provided but please note the property is not fully child-proofed and children should be supervised at all times.