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DETACHED BARN CONVERSION. FAMILY FRIENDLY WITH INDOOR POOL, GAMES RM & PLAY AREA

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Lounge
Lounge
Food and drink
Kitchen/Dining Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Fenced yard

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Cloakroom

Toilet

En-Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Family Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

DETACHED BARN CONVERSION. FAMILY FRIENDLY WITH INDOOR POOL, GAMES RM & PLAY AREA

Sleeps 7 - 3 bedrooms, one en-suite in peaceful rural location Nr Totnes.

Woodpecker Barn is one of nine cottages that have been sympathetically converted from the existing buildings of a working farm. Enjoying peace and quiet, the holiday cottages are set amidst pasture land, and benefit from beautiful and unforgettable views of stunning countryside. With a heated 38ftx16ft indoor swimming pool and quality recreational facilities. Woodpecker Barn is one of two detached cottages with a large lounge with wood burning stove, well equipped kitchen/diner, downstairs cloak room, all bedrooms incl. flat screen TVs, Freeview and DVD players. Free Wi-Fi, heating, linen, towels etc. all included. Woodpecker Barn has the added advantage of its own private garden with 180 degree views of stunning countryside. Woodpecker Barn is part of a complex which benefits not only from the communal indoor swimming pool, but also a games room and external children's play area, picnic area & barbeque.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 1645527
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

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Located in Newton Abbot, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Palace Theatre and Bygones Victorian Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Paignton Ferry Terminal and Torquay Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Dartmouth Steam Railway and Paignton Zoo. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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What's nearby

  • Compton Castle - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Cockington Country Park - 9 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Torre Abbey - 14 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Preston Beach - 14 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Paignton Beach - 15 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Totnes Station - 16 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Albert Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Things Happen Here - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Silver Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Totnes Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Curator Cafe & Kitchen - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does DETACHED BARN CONVERSION. FAMILY FRIENDLY WITH INDOOR POOL, GAMES RM & PLAY AREA have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at DETACHED BARN CONVERSION. FAMILY FRIENDLY WITH INDOOR POOL, GAMES RM & PLAY AREA?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at DETACHED BARN CONVERSION. FAMILY FRIENDLY WITH INDOOR POOL, GAMES RM & PLAY AREA on 24 June 2026 start from NZ$780, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is DETACHED BARN CONVERSION. FAMILY FRIENDLY WITH INDOOR POOL, GAMES RM & PLAY AREA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at DETACHED BARN CONVERSION. FAMILY FRIENDLY WITH INDOOR POOL, GAMES RM & PLAY AREA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at DETACHED BARN CONVERSION. FAMILY FRIENDLY WITH INDOOR POOL, GAMES RM & PLAY AREA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DETACHED BARN CONVERSION. FAMILY FRIENDLY WITH INDOOR POOL, GAMES RM & PLAY AREA?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is DETACHED BARN CONVERSION. FAMILY FRIENDLY WITH INDOOR POOL, GAMES RM & PLAY AREA located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Compton Castle, Cockington Country Park, and Totnes Castle. Dartmouth Steam Railway and Paignton Zoo are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 53 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Len Arlow

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First class property, superbly equipped. The information provided in advance was also great and as good as we have seen for a long time.The family also enjoyed the pool and the children's play area.Our only disappointment was that there were no footpaths local to the property that we could use for a walk, but that is not a fault with the property.We would recommend the property without reservation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Woodpecker Barn is spacious with three large double bedrooms and plenty of living space. Lovely area and outlook across the fields. The play area and games room for all aged children plus the indoor pool was enjoyed. Louise was helpful and everything ran very smoothly. Would highly recommend and would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Woodpecker Barn

Woodpecker Barn was amazing perfect for our family with young children. Well equipped and beautifully decorated. private fenced garden was a plus. Good Location to get to places but you have to be ok with very narrow lanes as there are lots of them . Would definitely recommend
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Wonderfully equipped barn with stunning surroundings

The property is very clean and seems newly refurbished with very tasteful decorations, furnishings, bedding etc. It is very well equipped with a fully working kitchen, games and dvd's. The views from the back of the barn are beautiful and uninterrupted and the swimming pool and games room a real bonus. Would recommend a visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2015
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thank you for your kind review. We have indeed been refurbishing the barn with one more big refurbishment of the main bathroom to be completed early 2016. Should you decide to stay with us again, we would be more than happy to host you. Kind regards, Louise
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great accommodation .

A wonderful accommodation in a small development of converted barns. The barn is pristine, beautifully decorated and furnished and has everything a family would need for a holiday. Stair gates , travel cots and a high chair are provided along with a range of indoor and out door toys and games. The garden is private and fenced so very safe for children. The on-site swimming pool, playground and games room are great for keeping everyone entertained. The views from the barn are amazing and our grandchild was delighted to see the sheep and cows in the adjacent fields. A delightful accommodation that we hope to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rachel J.

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Lovely barn but pool issues were disappointing

Pros - the barn is comfy, well equipped, warm and was well set up for us staying with friends and children (toys, potty, toddler cutlery and plates, 2 high chairs set up as we'd requested). We also enjoyed the games room Cons - one big negative was that the pool had a mechanical fault during our stay, so it was very cold when we did go in, and then closed for the rest of our stay. We were disappointed as we'd especially looked for places with a pool for our January stay, to entertain the little ones when it rained (which it did, a lot!)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 January 2023
Thank you for your review. I am sorry the pool has a mechanical fault during your 3 night Friday to Monday stay and it was more unfortunate that it happened on a Sunday when we were unable to get someone out to come and fix the problem until Monday. I am, however, glad that you enjoyed your accommodation and that the extra items you requested were made available for you. We hope you choose to stay at Woodpecker Barn again in the future and hopefully the pool will remain available throughout your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther

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Absolute Serenity!

We chose to stay at Woodpecker Barn when we flew over from the States, primarily because of its proximity to my parent’s house in a neighboring village. We wanted peace, tranquillity and somewhere to unwind as we were dealing with my Dad’s illness. Woodpecker Barn delivered SO much more than just a place to stay. Despite the circumstances, we ended up thoroughly enjoying our time in the beautiful Devon countryside setting. Waking up each morning, having coffee watching the light break over the misty fields and nothing but the faint sound of sheep bleating, and a gentle rumbling of a passing train.Absolute heaven. The barn itself was SO well maintained, organized and fully equipped. The layout worked so well for our family, having young children, we could cook whilst they played happily in the open downstairs level. The facilities on site were also such a wonderful addition especially for keeping children entertained. My son didn’t want to leave the park most days. I’m very grateful to the lovely host Louise who was very accommodating, communicative and supportive during our stay. We’ll be coming back again for sure. Thank you
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

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Toll ausgestattetes Cottage

Wir haben unseren Urlaub sehr genossen. Die Unterkunft war toll ausgestattet und es fehlte an nichts.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rick o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Woodpecker Barn

This is a fantastic place to stay - spotlessly clean and well equipped with everything you might need. The accommodation was perfect for the four adults and two young children. The kitchen and living room are both large and well appointed. There is a swimming pool and games room which were great if you want to spend some time on site. It is a perfect location if you are visiting South Devon, Totnes, Torquay, Slapton Sands, Newton Abbott all within easy reach. Dartmoor National Park is well worth visting . The Cathedral City of Exeter is 25 miles away. We visited both Paignton Zoo and Pennywell Farm which are great childrens attractions I would highly recommend this property for a family stay in Devon.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare N.

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Absolutely Fabulous!

My family and I had a wonderful long weekend at this gorgeous property! We couldn’t fault a thing! We’ll definitely be coming back again. Thank you for the memories x
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane T.

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Family stay

Perfect for family half term break.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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Superb barn, fully equipped. Lovely location. Swimming pool added bonus

Absolutely spot on with the description of the barn, couldn’t have asked for anything more. Barn was very clean. Communication with owner was good, I did have issue with oven and grill owner got back very quickly, but this was mainly on my part as didn’t read instructions properly. Overall fantastic stay would definitely stay again and recommend to family and friends. Good amount of toys for children, games, dvd’s. Lovely private garden with ample garden furniture and parasol Just a lovely relaxing stay. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Gordon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent accommodation in a secluded area

Simple and straightforward, only affected by COVID restrictions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene G.

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Superb Location

From the moment we arrived on Saturday 26 June 2021 with the sun shining we were impressed with the property. Everything we could want was provided. Plenty of space and very comfortable bedrooms. The whole house has been very tastefully furnished. On Sunday it rained all day so a couple of us used the swimming pool and a couple had a game of pool.. The weather from there on was sunshine each day so we took several day trips, the location is ideal for touring. The garden, overlooking fields of sheep was a delight for relaxing with a BBQ and a glass of wine. The end of our week came too quickly and we were sad to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline D.

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Countryside stay

We had a lovely family holiday at the property. It was great to have exclusive use of the pool and games room, under the present circumstances. It’s equipped to a high standard. The beds and pillows were really comfy. It was lovely to sit outside and just hear countryside noises. The property is very handily based for getting to the coast, Dartmoor and driving into Dorset.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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Excellent UK Vacation

First time in a number of years for a UK holiday. Was looking for a quiet but well placed base which I found with this property A stunning view with a super job done on the conversion of this barn, all the family really enjoyed this holiday and would recommend to any family looking for this type of holiday to give this a chance. A mixture of relaxation and days out gave this holiday a 5 star rating from our family Chris
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola D.

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Fantastic property.

This is a fantastic property. Everything looked very clean and superb on our arrival. The house is well stocked with everything you need. Because of covid restrictions the pool was limited to 1 hour a day time slot. Sometimes to late in the day for the little ones, but was still lovely to be able to use the pool and fully understand restrictions. The house is a little bit tricky to get to, through narrow lanes. But that is the only slight negative. I would definitely recommend this property and will definitely return. Thank you Louise.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

judith a.

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lovely break away

A beautifully converted bard with everything one could need provided. The swimming pool and games room would be great for young families too
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

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Heavenly

We adore this property! So homey but yet enough space for us all. Can be difficult to find (the directions provided though were spot on). Once you arrive you feel you’re in your own piece of hidden away paradise. The views are incredible and being able to sit outside with a bbq/fire pit was heavenly given that we’ve been cooped up in our flat! Thanks for having us, love to be back again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Fantastic holiday

We really enjoyed our stay, Woodpecker Barn was exactly what we needed. A very tranquil setting in the countryside overlooking the farmland. It was 30-45 minutes from all the main places to visit in South Devon, so nothing was too far away. Local pubs and supermarkets 15 mins or less. The Barn was spacious and kitted out to a high standard. Having access to a pool and a playground on our doorstep was a bonus for our young kids. We’ll definitely look to book here again next year! spacious and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz R.

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Lovely

Beautiful barn, very clean and well equipped. Perfect for our mini break - thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel S.

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Beautiful location marvellous facilities

We absolutely loved the cottage everything was provided I mean everything! Once we negotiated the Devon lanes we visited beaches , zoo ,Pub gardens for lunch it was relaxing once we found our bearings Our only disappointment was pool didn’t open owing to Covid but playground great for children can’t sing it’s praises high enough !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

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Excellent property for a lovely holiday

Lovely welcoming holiday home. House was very clean on arrival, extremely well equipped throughout - particularly the kitchen and also the large toy box a bonus for our 3 year old. Pool was excellent for rainy days (in Dec each time we used we were the only people). Garden and playground didn’t get much use due to the weather but also excellent. Location as expected (per owners info) as we are familiar with Devon country lanes but do take note that these are single track with high hedges and not a particularly smooth ride! Only other note is the bath is a short one so fine for bathing children but don’t expect an adult to have a relaxing soak - but the 2 power showers make up for it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie S.

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Excellent stay

Well, I didn't expect this to be so excellent. It was a wonderful place to stay. All thought has been put into everything you'd want or need. Bonus of a warm swimming pool and ping pong next door to us. We all needed a break, and this place certainly provided that.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

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Enjoyable family stay

Woodpecker Barn has everything you need and more for a family holiday. The amount of toys, dvds, games etc was very impressive as well as a very well stocked kitchen. The property was much larger than it looked in the pictures. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by Louise Baker

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Woodpecker Barn is part of a complex of nine converted cottages that were built on a working farm in 2004. The current owners are siblings Louise Baker and James Mathews, who purchased Woodpecker Barn in October 2014, made aware of it's availability from a family friend.


Louise was sports mad as a child and has carried that through her adult years, albeit conceding that motherhood is twice as challenging as any netball or athletics competition. A keen angler, James would spend everyday by the waters edge if circumstances would allow and does so even when they don't.

Why they chose this property

Lovers of the outdoor life and restricted by the ever increasing concrete jungle that is the South East of England, they were looking for the perfect country getaway for their family and friends. No doubt you will enjoy your own 'Escape to the Country' as much as they do.

What makes this property unique

This property is on a complex which provides an indoor swimming pool, games room (pool table, table tennis, table football and other toys) and external children's play area.

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