Situated just a few miles from the border with Cornwall, Ragwort Barn is a beautifully-appointed barn conversion on an organic dairy farm just a short walk from Tamar Lakes. Ideal for an extended family or group of friends looking for a memorable countryside break. Guests should note that due to the farm’s rural location, access is via narrow country lanes which may be a challenge for some drivers.
Highlights include a spacious, contemporary open-plan living space with a range style oven and central wood burning stove, and a well-equipped games room making it the perfect place for celebrating and socialising.
Outside, Ragwort Barn benefits from an enclosed terraced garden complete with a covered dining area, barbecue, and hot tub. Guests are welcome to explore the farm which stretches to 300 acres, meet the cows grazing in the surrounding fields, and watch them being milked. Those visiting in spring may also have the chance to see new born calves.
The Tamar Lakes are a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Head to the Upper Lake Activity Centre to hire equipment and try your hand at kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, windsurfing, or sailing. Or visit the nature reserve at the Lower Lake to spot a variety of wetland and woodland bird species. Both lakes are good for fishing and a 3 mile walking and cycling trail encircles the Upper Lake.
With easy access to the coast, there are plenty of excellent beaches close to Ragwort Barn. Summerleaze, the main beach at Bude, is a wide stretch of golden sand backed by dunes with a semi-natural, tidal pool that’s a safe haven for swimming, while Westward Ho! is one of Devon’s premier surfing spots with dogs welcome on the beach all year round.
Nearby Hartland Peninsula situated on the South West Coast Path is renowned for its unspoilt landscape, dramatic cliffs, and the opportunity to spot seals and dolphins.
Both Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks can be reached in around an hour, and other nearby attractions include St Nectan’s Waterfall, The BIG Sheep adventure park, and RHS Garden Rosemoor.
Known as the “last village in North Devon”, Bradworthy has the largest village square in England with a traditional 16th century coaching inn serving food, a village store, post office, and handful of independent shops.
Ground floor:
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining table, and sitting area with wood burning stove
Utility room
Bedroom with super king-size bed (zip and link, can be twin beds on request), and en-suite bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC
Cloakroom with basin and WC
First floor:
Bedroom with super king-size bed (zip and link, can be twin beds on request)
Bedroom with double bed, and en-suite shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
Bedroom with double bed, and en-suite shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
Bedroom with king-size bed
Family bedroom with four single beds, and en-suite shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
Bathroom with roll top bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC
External games room
Central heating, wood burning stove
Range style oven, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, washing machine, tumble dryer
WiFi
Smart TV with Netflix, DVD player
Pool table, table tennis, gym equipment
Fuel and power
Logs for the wood burner
Bed linen and towels
Robes for the hot tub
The barn will be decorated for Christmas
Ample off-road parking
Enclosed garden with furniture, charcoal barbecue, and hot tub
Guests are welcome to explore the 300 acres of farmland
Children and infants welcome
Highchair and travel cot available
Two well-behaved dogs welcome; a small charge applies
Please note, there are farm dogs on site
Strictly no smoking
Beach 4 miles, shop and pub 2 miles
Distances are calculated “as the crow flies”, so actual driving, cycling, and walking distances may differ.
