Daveys Barn, Brendon Hill on Exmoor

Property Summary
Davey's Barn on the Brendon Hills is a studio-sytle apartment set in quiet hamlet on Exmoor, on working hill farm. A private place to enjoy countryside views, outdoor space and the chance to meet pedigree sheep! It's a peaceful escape with walks from the door or cosy evenings in. Sleeps 2 plus pets

Main Description
Davey’s Barn, Brendon Hill, is set on a working hill farm in Exmoor, offering welcoming hideaway where guests can enjoy far-reaching countryside views, a cosy interior, and walks from the doorstep. It’s an ideal escape for those seeking a genuine rural experience.

Sleeps 2 guests
Open-plan studio style barn conversion
One king-size sleigh bed
Modern shower room
Private terrace with table and chairs
Enclosed courtyard area (with stream - supervision required)
Logs provided
Charcoal BBQ available
Located on a working beef and sheep farm
Dog/s welcome for supplement of £15 per dog
Bed linen and towels provided
Wifi, heating and electricity included
Arrive from 3 pm
Depart by 10 am

Inside, Davey's barn blends comfort with rustic charm, offering an inviting living space. The main living area is open-plan and comprises sofa, wood-burner, dining table, compact kitchen area and a king-size double bed. The shower room is a separate room off the living area. There is a chair-bed available for a 3rd guest if required. The private courtyard provides a lovely spot to sit out, listen to the stream, and enjoy the peaceful hamlet surroundings. As the barn is set on a working hill farm, guests are welcome to request a tour, learn about local farming, or meet the pedigree sheep shown at local and national competitions. It’s a warm, characterful retreat with plenty of rural charm and space to unwind.

Indoor Description
The kitchen area is compact but well-equipped to enable guests to self-cater. Facilities include electric cooker with hob, sink, toaster, electric kettle, microwave, and under-counter fridge (with freezer compartment).

The shower room is has a walk-in shower, toilet and hand basin.

There is an external laundry room which can be used on request (washing machine and tumble dryer).

Heating and electricity is included in the price of the accommodation. Davey's is fitted with central heating plus the wood-burner in the living area. Logs and kindling are provided. Wifi is available free of charge.

Towels and bed linen, duvets and blankets provided for your convenience. Please bring your own beach towels if you wish to take towels with you away from the property.

Cleaning materials such as washing up liquid will be present in the property, and one to two toilet rolls will be provided.

Tea, coffee, milk, and homemade cake on arrival will be provided for all booking. For stays of more than three nights, guests will also receive bread and local eggs.

Outdoor Description
There is an enclosed courtyard area directly outside the property, there is stream running through so pets and children must be supervised. The property is located off the main farmyard of this sheep and cattle farm, so at times there will be additional farm noises and smells. The owners live in the farmhouse nearby and will be available to assist is you need anything, and also more than happy to give a farm tour if you would like to meet some of the animals.

There are also two other holiday properties at the farm, each have their own private entrances and outside areas. There is an adjoining gate from the courtyard to the property next door (Westlands) which can be locked from either side, or opened if you are one group in both properties.

Parking
There is private off-road parking outside the property, there is a shared (with another holiday cottage) large parking area.

Pets Description
Well behaved pets are welcome for £15 each per booking, but please note that this is a working farm with sheep and cows in the nearby vicinity. Please do not leave your dog/s alone in the property at any time.

Restricted mobility
The property is all on one level inside, but there is a step over the threshold to enter, therefore it may be suitable for someone with limited mobility.

Exit in case of emergency
This has not been completed by the owner.

Christmas / New Year
This has not been completed by the owner.

The region

The Brendon Hills are a beautiful, unspoilt ridge of high farmland on the eastern fringe of Exmoor National Park, offering far-reaching views and deep rural tranquillity.

This is a landscape of scattered farms, ancient hedgerows, and quiet lanes, stretching between the open moor of Exmoor to the west and the gentler Quantock Hills to the east. The area has a rich industrial heritage -- iron ore was mined here from the 1850s to the 1880s, and the remains of the West Somerset Mineral Railway can still be traced across the hillside. Today, the Brendon Hills are a haven for walkers, cyclists, and anyone seeking genuine peace and seclusion in the heart of the West Somerset countryside.

Local Amenities

The Brendon Hills are deeply rural, so it is worth stocking up before you arrive. The nearest village with everyday facilities is Wheddon Cross, approximately 3 to 5 miles from most properties. Wheddon Cross has a well-stocked village shop and post office, a pub serving food, and a petrol station. The village of Brompton Regis, tucked into the valley below Wimbleball Lake, has a small community shop and a charming village pub.

Nearby Shopping

Dulverton, approximately 8 miles south, is a handsome small town on the southern edge of the National Park with a good range of independent shops, a butcher, a chemist, and the Exmoor National Park Visitor Centre. Watchet, approximately 8 miles to the north-east, is a historic harbour town with a small supermarket, independent shops, and a marina.

For larger supermarkets, Minehead is approximately 10 miles away and has Tesco, Morrisons, and Lidl, as well as most high street banks. Taunton is approximately 22 miles and offers full town-centre shopping including John Lewis and Debenhams.