Guests say
Higher Norton Barn in Totnes, Devon, is a well-received holiday cottage praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and peaceful rural setting. Guests appreciate the thoughtful welcome packs and the owner's friendly demeanour. While some minor issues are noted, the overall experience is highly recommended for a relaxing stay.
The property is consistently described as immaculate, spotlessly clean, and well-maintained, indicating a high standard of cleanliness.
The location is appreciated for its peacefulness and beautiful surrounding countryside. However, some guests noted difficulty in locating the property and overgrown hedges on the access track.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with special mentions of comfortable beds and an excellent shower. The presence of a musty smell in one room slightly impacts the score.
The property is well-equipped with necessary facilities and thoughtful extras. However, there were issues with TV signal and a mention of dampness that suggest room for improvement in maintenance.
The owner's thoughtfulness is highlighted through welcome packs and provisions for guests and pets. While these are highly appreciated, it is politely noted that such gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
East Allington 1.1 miles. A rurally-located, detached stone barn resting on a farmstead near the coast.
Higher Norton Barn is situated near the tranquil village of East Allington in the South Hams and is ideal for friends or families and their four-legged companions, gathering for an escape to Devon. Be welcomed by the traditional exterior of this property and ascend the stairs to find the reverse-level accommodation, with a light and airy open-plan living space on the first floor beneath tall ceilings, threaded with characterful wooden beams. Make the most of the amenities in the kitchen, cooking up a heart-warming meal that can be served at the dining table and there is also a sitting area for movie marathons with a selection of board games; ideal for a family's evening entertainment. You will find two bedrooms on the ground floor, as well as a shower room.
Choose between a twin with its own shower cubicle and a double bedroom. Nestled amongst mature shrubs you can enjoy morning coffee in the garden or an alfresco feast on warmer days. Explore the countryside and coast of Devon with a stay at Higher Norton Barn. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1133419, together they sleep eight guests.
Ideally situated just over five miles away from Kingsbridge and 11 miles from Dartmouth is the delightful village of Chillington. The village is steeped in rich history dating back to the Saxon era and has an excellent range of amenities for its visitors, including a charming village hall, a playfield ideal for games in the summer months, a modern health centre and a pottery. The beautiful architecture of the Grade II listed Church of St James is one to be admired on your travels. Just a mere few moments away is Slapton Sands, a tourist favourite, with its picturesque cottages overlooking the shores and sandy beaches that run for miles, this brilliant beach is also dog-friendly too. Attracting many walkers for its excellent scenery, walkers can enjoy a variety of routes, including one which begins in Chillington and ventures through Torcross and Stokenham. For a delicious treat, a short drive will take you to the idyllic village of Frogmore, home to the well-known @The Bakery, an artisan bakery serving array of baked goods that will make your mouth water.
Accommodation
Reverse level.
Two ground-floor bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin with shower cubicle.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, slimline dishwasher.
Smart TV, Freesat, WiFi (Superfast Broadband - ideal for a working holiday), selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Front non-enclosed garden with furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.6 miles, pub 1.9 miles, beach 4.5 miles.
Note: There are a few steps up to the entrance.
Note: The garden is not enclosed: pets are to be kept on a lead outside due to sheep in neighbouring field.
However there is a sheep-proof field available (possibly not terrier proof!) for exercising dogs off-lead by arrangement with the owner.
Nearby points of interest
- Blackpool Sands
- South Sands Beach
- Bantham Beach
- Dartmouth Castle
- Golden Hinde
- Torquay Museum
- Babbacombe Model Village
Reviews (8)
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Michaela
Contained everything we could want for our stay and was tastefully furnished. Host popped in to show us how TV worked and to set the heating. They had also left a welcome pack of items. Little garden was ideal for our dog to have early morning and late night wee, but there is a large field for a decent run with him. Only one small criticism, the main bedroom has a glass door to the outside with no key. There is no window to let in fresh air and the room smelled a little musty. The smell diminished once we had heated the room. It would not deter us from returning and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, Thank you to our hosts.
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Chris
I would say my only few pieces of feedback would be more accuracy on locating the property as sat nav isnât overly reliable, the track down to the property could do with some trimming back of overgrown hedges and some damp in the main bedroom might need to take a look at.
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Darren
No signal in the replacement TV,the only TV we could watch was Limited to BBC I player, ITV X and Netflix for the whole week.