Ground floor:
Hallway
Kitchen with seating
Living room with dining table and sitting area with gas wood burning effect stove
Bedroom with king-size bed
Bedroom with twin beds
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
First floor:
Bedroom with king-size bed
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin, and WC
Central underfloor heating, radiators upstairs
Fan assisted oven, ceramic hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, dishwasher, washing machine, iron and ironing board
WiFi
Smart TV, books and games
Fuel and power
Bed linen and towels
Hairdryer
Welcome pack of sparkling wine, homemade scones, Cornish clotted cream, locally made jam, and a small bottle of milk
The barn will be decorated for Christmas
Parking for 3 cars
EV charging point available for an additional fee
Enclosed patio with furniture and BBQ
Guests are welcome to explore the farm
Children and infants welcome
Cot and highchair available
Two well-behaved dogs welcome; a small charge applies
Cats are also welcome but be aware the owners have three Jack Russells who are not used to cats
Livery available with stables, paddocks for turnout, straw bedding, and hay
Strictly no smoking
Shops and pub 1.6 miles
The Piggery is a beautifully converted traditional stone barn set on a working farm near the charming town of Dulverton, in the heart of Exmoor National Park. Once home to a variety of farm animals - not just pigs - the barn has been thoughtfully restored, retaining original features such as exposed oak beams and stone walls that celebrate its heritage.
Guests are welcomed with a generous hamper including a bottle of sparkling wine and a classic cream tea with freshly baked scones, locally made jam, and Cornish clotted cream, the perfect way to begin your stay.
Decorated throughout in Farrow & Ball shades, with Clark & Clark fabrics dressing the windows, the cottage combines rustic character with refined comfort, while underfloor heating ensures it remains warm and cosy all year round. On entering, you’ll find a spacious hallway with ample room for coats and boots, where three little pigs watch over the pegs, a playful nod to the barn’s past.
The kitchen has stylish sage-green Shaker cabinetry, butcher’s block worktops, a traditional Butler’s sink, and a full range of modern appliances to make home cooking effortless. There’s also a charming window seat overlooking the garden and an additional chair, ideal for keeping the cook company.
Next door, the spacious living room has a scrubbed pine farmhouse-style dining table large enough for leisurely breakfasts and relaxed suppers, sharing stories from the day’s adventures. The sitting area offers generous leather sofas and soft furnishings arranged around a gas wood-burner-effect stove. A selection of books and games has been thoughtfully provided, making it a wonderful space to unwind, whether enjoying family time or settling down to binge a box set. At Christmas, the room is dressed with a tree and twinkling lights, adding a magical touch to a festive farm stay.
A few steps down lead to two ground-floor bedrooms, both designed in soothing tones to encourage a restful night’s sleep. Beds are dressed in crisp white Egyptian cotton linen, with cosy blankets for cooler evenings. The twin room benefits from patio doors opening outside, filling the space with natural morning light. A sleek shower room completes this level.
Upstairs, the third bedroom has a beautiful wrought-iron bedstead, antique furniture and far-reaching views across fields, woodland and the Exe Valley. Adjacent is a lovely bathroom with a skylight, a peaceful spot for a long, relaxing soak.
Outside, a pretty, secluded courtyard garden is bordered by banks and hedges and enjoys spectacular views. It has outdoor dining furniture with a parasol, a bench, a barbecue, and pots brimming with flowers and herbs, while a lawned area beside the pond has two sun loungers, perfect for lazy afternoons. Look out for the charming stone pig in the garden that offers another affectionate tribute to The Piggery’s heritage.
Guests are also welcome to explore the farm, where you’ll find horses, Exmoor Horn sheep, and abundant wildlife, including red deer that wander to the pond for a drink on summer evenings.
The farm holds accreditation from the British Horse Society, and stables near to the cottage with fenced paddocks, along with space for trailer parking, mean guests are welcome to bring their own horse on holiday. Numerous bridleways lead directly from the farm along woodland tracks, open fields, moorland, and riverside paths. The owners are also happy to accompany guests on rides and share some of their favourite routes across Exmoor.
Dulverton, known as the ‘southern gateway to Exmoor’, is just a short walk away and offers an excellent range of amenities, including independent shops, a late-opening supermarket, butcher, greengrocer, post office, chemist, and cash machine. There is also a wide choice of places to eat, from award-winning restaurants and traditional pubs to tea rooms and a classic fish and chip shop.
Exmoor National Park, which straddles the counties of Somerset and Devon, has been shaped by people and nature over thousands of years. The result is a spectacular landscape of wide open moorland, deep wooded valleys, fast-flowing rivers, and towering sea cliffs, making the park a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts.
Climb to Dunkery Beacon, Exmoor’s highest point, to enjoy exceptional views across the Bristol Channel to Wales, over Dartmoor and beyond. Near the summit you can spot Bronze Age burial mounds and the cairn commemorating the hill being gifted to the National Trust. For dramatic coastal scenery, walk through the Valley of Rocks, a U-shaped dry valley where feral goats roam freely along the jagged cliff edges. Alternatively, follow the River Barle through oak woodland to Tarr Steps, a Grade I listed ancient clapper bridge and a popular spot for wild swimming. Along the way, keep an eye out for mosses, liverworts, and lichens that thrive in the clean, damp air, as well as otters along the riverbanks.
Exmoor has a well-earned reputation as one of the best horse-riding destinations in the country, thanks to its extensive network of bridleways. Riding is a fantastic way to explore more remote areas such as Doone Valley, where you can discover prehistoric standing stones, the abandoned medieval village of Badgworthy, and a 17th-century packhorse bridge.
Another wonderful way to experience Exmoor is by train. The West Somerset Railway is a heritage steam railway running between Minehead and Bishops Lydeard, following the Bristol Channel coast and passing through the Quantock Hills. Stop off at Dunster, a charming village overlooked by an ancient castle with an impressive gatehouse and ruined tower, a working Victorian watermill, and beautiful terraced gardens home to Mediterranean and subtropical plants, as well as a riverside woodland garden.
For breathtaking coastal scenery, take a ride on the Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway, a Grade II listed, water-powered funicular linking the twin towns of Lynton and Lynmouth. Lynton is an unspoilt village with many independent shops and eateries, while Lynmouth offers charming fishermen’s cottages, a picturesque harbour, and an excellent surfing beach. The Exmoor National Park Visitor Centre sits next to the railway and has interactive displays, plenty of information, and friendly staff on hand to help. Nearby, the cliff-top café serves traditional Devon cream teas against a backdrop of arguably some of the best views in the county.
With an abundance of wildlife Exmoor is a haven for nature lovers. Look out for ground-nesting birds such as Dartford warblers, meadow pipits, and stonechats; numerous reptiles including the adder, Britain’s only venomous snake; over 30 species of butterfly, including the rare heath fritillary; and England’s largest herds of wild red deer. A particular highlight for many visitors is spotting Exmoor ponies grazing freely across the moor. For a chance to get up close to the ponies, visit the Exmoor Pony Centre to learn about their history and life on the moor.
Exmoor’s dark skies are among the best in the British Isles. With minimal light pollution, a clear night reveals thousands of stars and astronomical sights such as the Milky Way with the naked eye. Telescopes can be hired from National Park Centres, and throughout the year there are guided stargazing sessions and events, such as the annual Dark Skies Festival held each autumn. If you venture out after dark, you may even spot a badger or the elusive pine marten, both nocturnal residents of the moors.
Beach lovers are spoilt for choice in Exmoor, with sandy, shingle, and rocky beaches tucked beneath steep cliffs. Minehead has a wide, family-friendly stretch of sand ideal for sandcastles and beach games, along with classic seaside attractions such as crazy golf, amusements, and fish and chips. Combe Martin is one of the best beaches in the area for rock pooling and also offers watersports including sea kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding. For a quieter experience, head to the remote Heddon’s Mouth, a rocky cove where a small river runs down the centre of the beach, and once a favoured haunt of smugglers.
Distances are calculated “as the crow flies”, so actual driving, cycling, and walking distances may differ.
