Reviews

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A GREAT HOLIDAY (KIM R)

We really loved your beautiful house - wooden floors and doors and antique furniture etc. Enjoyed looking at your pictures too and of course exploring the marvellous countryside around and more than good eateries! Many, many thanks!

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a very enjoyable stay (anonymous)

We had a lovely time at High Barn. The house was very comfortable, quiet and relaxing and has real character. The Erme Estuary (previously unknown to us) is a hidden gem - we enjoyed some splendid walks along the coastal path in both directions an also a few delightful, if bracing, early morning swims at high tide.

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Brilliant location (ANT H)

We had the best holiday, helped by the weather, and the great beach which was excellent for family football ,cricket ,swimming and rock pools . We had A family table tennis tournament in the games room and BBQs in the garden . The ample supply of fridge and freezer space meant we could do a weeks shop and not worry about frequent shopping trips We loved High Barn and the owners art work there is loads of family space . We will definitely be back, the whole family just had a great time, if I could give it another star I would

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warm & welcoming (MIRANDA)

High Barn is a beautifully converted stone barn, comfortably appointed and with all the right traditional country atmosphere. The play barn is a very useful annex, and whilst the property has no view, the immediate location is pleasant, with lovely and peaceful surroundings.

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FAMILY WEEKEND (JUDY B)

We had a wonderful weekend staying at High Barn it had everything we needed for a family of 8 and a dog from 2 years up to 80 years, loved the garden, there was plenty of space to accommodate us all. The games room kept the grandchildren busy with the ping pong, and their own space. The adults relaxed in the lounge and garden, the neighbour was very nice and friendly and the locals when you met them walking about. A good standard and would recommend High Barn for family holiday.

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GREAT LOCATION, VERY COMFORTABLE (FRANCES G)

We wish we had discovered High Barn years ago as we know the area well and this is a lovely place to stay. Spacious and comfortable, everything you need provided and lovely and warm with the Aga on. We were very fortunate with the weather and had warm autumn sunshine every day so could take advantage of the 'sun trap' garden. The play barn with table tennis is a good bonus particularly if the weather is bad. Tim and Sally answered e-mails quickly and made sure everything was OK for us. Some lovely walks around the Erme Estuary when the tide is out. Would thoroughly recommend High Barn.

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PERFEKT FUR EINEM TRAUMHAFTEN FAMILIENURLAUB (ANON)

Wir sind eine Familie mit 3 Kindern und einem Hund. Wir waren für eine Woche in High Barn und konnten wunderbar relaxen, die wunderschöne Landschaft geniessen, lange Wanderungen an der Küste, am Strand und auch im Dartmoor unternehmen. Es gibt auch viele National Trust Schätze und sehenswerte landsitze und Gärten in der Gegend, die sehr sehenswert sind. Die Abwicklung mit den Eigentümern war super unkompliziert und einfach. Wir genossen die Ruhe, die freundliche Atmosphäre der Gegend und das gute Essen im Dolphin Pub um die Ecke. Wir nutzten die Tischtennisplatte jeden Tag und die Kinder hatten wunderbar Platz zu spielen. Auch für unseren Dalmatiner war es der perfekte Urlaub. Es war alles sauber und schön hergerichtet. Danke!!!

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HIGH BARN HOLIDAY (TATYANA E)

High Barn is perfectly situated. It is near many places of interest, such as Agatha Christie's holiday home 'Greenway', beautiful beaches, and picturesque villages. High Barn is well equipped for young families (we had four children with us below the age of 3), comfortable, and spacious. On a fine day the garden is a great place to relax, catching the sun through the day. If the weather is not so good the barn is well stocked for indoor activities. The owners, Tim and Sally Begg, are extremely helpful, even to the point of emailing to suggest a local walk to find the bluebells. All in all, a great place to stay. We are definitely hoping to visit again soon.|

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PRE-xMAS FRIENDS & FAMILY FUN (JACQUELINE G)

We had an absolutely wonderful stay in your gorgeous home. We enjoyed lots of laughter, convivial conversations, excellent cooking and good wine, all facilitated by the comfortable ambience of this lovely old barn. The rabbits, sausages and bacon we bought at Gribbels in Ivybridge were declared the best ever! Being early winter, the setting felt hidden and secluded, but in fact is a short walk from the cosy village pub with its open fires and friendly locals, and the estuary and coastal path for energising walks. We stayed for the first half of our week then handed over to our sons and friends (+ one baby) whose experience mirrored ours. The listing description was accurate in every way, especially the very detailed instructions for finding High Barn, which we managed after dark. We had taken the train to Plymouth and hired a car to take the seven of us. High Barn is clean and well looked after; the owner was very helpful and provided a few back-up telephone contacts, local to the house. We would love to stay here again and highly recommend High Barn to others.

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I WANT TO RETURN! (SUSAN C)

What a truly lovely place! High Barn is so homely and welcoming it was as though we were staying in the charming and spacious house of good friends (who happened to be away!) rather than in a holiday let. We had absolutely everything we could possibly need for a comfortable stay - right down to a surprise drawer of children's books, which kept the 4 and 3 year old very happy for a blessedly long time! The table tennis barn is an enormous asset - as are the extra fridge and freezer. As for the area - it is beautiful. Gorgeous beaches, Dartmoor (the Miniature Pony Centre is a wonderful place for small children), National Trust properties, Salcombe to Kingsbridge cruises - all easily accessible. There is also a Sea World and a mega adventure swimming pool on the easy side of Plymouth - which we used on our only really rainy morning. We stayed for two weeks and experienced High Barn in two ways: the first half was a child centred time; the second week was adults only. Both halves of the holiday were wonderful - the house and the area cater for all. I hope to return one day. Meanwhile, thank you to Tim and Sally Begg - the nicest holiday landlords with whom you could hope to do business!

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CHARMING COTTAGE, BEAUTIFUL PART OF DEVON (EILEEN h)

High Barn is a most attractive 'cottage', with a pretty garden, ideal for barbeques, and has a real 'home from home' feel. It is comfortable, spacious, clean, and very well equipped, and an ideal place for a relaxed family holiday or for a group of friends. An added bonus is the barn, used as a playroom, with table tennis and other games, as well as an extra fridge and freezer. We made good use of all these facilities. It is in a beautiful part of South Devon, close to sandy beaches, cliff paths and other country walks, has a local, charming pub, and is not far from Dartmoor nor Plymouth. The only downside is the one rather weak shower, in the ensuite rather than the main bathroom. Otherwise, I would rate it as 5 stars, but as it is, would like to give 4 1/2 stars We were three generations there, and had a most enjoyable holiday. I would certainly recommend it to friends.

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LOVELY HOUSE AND SETTING (MARY n)

The converted barn was a lovely place to stay, beautiful indoors and out. We especially enjoyed the comfortable beds, generous space, the log burner, the table tennis and games room, and all the family crockery and object d'art. A few downsides were that neither bathroom has a modern, self-heating shower, so it was baths all round. Occasionally the hot water ran out. Tricky if you are a group of seven, as we were. The second double was quite small for the two very tall adults who were using it. The kitchen is not very well lit, though it has lots and lots of good sized serving dishes and cooking equipment, which was a good compensation. We didn't light the Aga, but enjoyed it's presence nevertheless. The roof window which provides light for the smallest (children's room) would benefit from a more effective blackout blind. Roads are narrow, so do follow owners' instructions and avoid following Satnav, as shortest (?) routes can be a bit hairy even if you don't meet traffic coming the other way. The coastal path is utterly delightful and there were more and more wild flowers opening in all the verges every day in the warm spring sunshine.

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SUPERB BASE FOR A FAMILY HOLIDAY (ANON)

My family found High Barn a most attractive house to stay in for a get together. It was spacious, clean and well maintained and well equipped. The games barn on the other side of the garden was much enjoyed, our table tennis skills improving by the day. The beach could be reached easily, a pleasant walk through woods carpeted with primroses and bluebells. The local Dolphin pub was thriving and served a good pint. I would recommend this house for a holiday.

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LOVELY (JULIE G)

Home-from-home. Welcoming, great location, quiet, private. Owners are attentive, honest, flexible and fair. Thank you Tim and Sally, hope to see you soon.

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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED (MEG H)

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at High Barn. it is clean, comfortable, well maintained, characterful, and homely in the best possible sense. It is close to the sea yet in the countryside near a small village with an excellent pub (The Dolphin) with food, within an easy walk. There were good footpaths reached from the Barn, along the coast or inland. We swam (all of us!!!!) at the local small beach and at Bigbury. We enjoyed the table tennis in the barn at the end of the garden, and barbecued beside here enjoying the lovely private enclosed garden with roses trailing over the property. The house was well supplied with everything we might want. It seemed generous that the owners shared their own good quality personal possessions with those visiting the house, so we felt as if it was our own home. I would thoroughly recommend this property.

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GREAT BARN (SUE D)

Have stayed at High Barn a couple of times over the last few years and recommended to many friends who have also been back again. Quiet tranquillity and beautiful surroundings. Erme Estuary is a great place to visit. Sally and her husband have always been most helpful. Cannot recommend highly enough. If you want to relax go to High Barn. Recommended for: Families with Young Children, Pet-friendly, Sightseeing, Girls Getaway, Age 55+, Families with Teenagers.

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FANTASTIC STAY (ANON)

We stayed here in February. We had a fantastic time, the cottage is beautiful and surrounding countryside breathtaking. Although the weather was cold, the cottage soon warmed up and was very cosy. Beautifully decorated and with very comfy beds. Sally the owner was very helpful and went out of her way to make sure we had a great stay. I cannot recommend this cottage enough. I am sure we will be returning in the future. Recommended for: Families with Young Children, Pet-friendly, Sightseeing, Adventure Seekers, Age 55+, Romantic Getaway.