10/10 Excellent
Natalie G.
6 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great countryside stay
Natalie G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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Barn Conversion In Ideal Location To Explore North Devon Beaches And Exmoor
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 4
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Explore the area
Goodleigh, Barnstaple, Devon
- Pannier Market4 min drive
- Queen's Theatre4 min drive
- Exmoor Zoo21 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Lounge
1 Double Futon
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Twin Bedroom
2 Single Beds
1 half bathroom
Shower room 1
Shower only
Toilet 1
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Barn Conversion In Ideal Location To Explore North Devon Beaches And Exmoor
Great Lilly Cottage is an historic 2 bedroom barn conversion sleeping 4, recently renovated to a high standard and nestled in a peaceful and picturesque corner of North Devon. Located on the outskirts of the village of Goodleigh, this property is a perfect rural retreat; only a 15 minute drive to the white sandy beaches of Saunton Sands, Woolacombe and Croyde, yet on the edge of Exmoor National Park. A perfect base to explore the whole of North Devon; whether you're into surfing or just scenery-spotting, coastal-hiking or horse-riding. Enjoy this peaceful rural setting that's only 5 minutes drive from the historic market town of Barnstaple, which has a wide range of amenities and tourist attractions. Great Lilly Cottage forms part of Great Lilly Farm where the owners, Kate & Ali live with their family and assorted menagerie including Pygmy Goats, Pigs and Chickens. The cottage is a 3 storey renovated barn with its own private parking and extensive & enclosed gardens - and being animal lovers, we happily accept well-behaved pets. Please note, although on 3 levels, the cottage is open plan with both bedrooms opening onto the central staircase.
Property manager
Ali & Kate Fenton
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Barnstaple
Located in Barnstaple, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. While the natural beauty of Exmoor National Park and North Devon Coast can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Ilfracombe Harbour.
Travelling with kids? Consider Funder Zone, or check out an event or a game at Rock and Rapid Adventures. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Goodleigh, Barnstaple, Devon
What's nearby
- Pannier Market - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
- Queen's Theatre - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
- Exmoor Zoo - 21 min drive - 14.5 km
- Saunton Sands - 21 min drive - 18.1 km
- Woolacombe Beach - 30 min drive - 27.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Whiddon Valey Fryer - 19 min walk
- Barnstaple Bus Station - 4 min drive
- Ebberley Arms - 4 min drive
- Domino's Pizza - 4 min drive
- The Panniers - 5 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Garret P.
19 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Farmland fun
Garret P.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Matthew T.
3 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great short stay
Matthew T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl C., South Gloucestershire
14 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous peaceful location
Cheryl C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Lee P.
29 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Lee P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
nicola tyler
1 January 2017
Lovely Devonshire Retreat
nicola tyler
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Tatjana H.
13 July 2016
We love it! We love it! We love it!
Tatjana H.
10/10 Excellent
Tom C.
14 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Time, lovely Property
Tom C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Cathy B.
8 March 2016
Classy and convenient barn conversion
Cathy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2016
10/10 Excellent
Jacek C.
15 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect 2 Week Stay
Jacek C.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Samantha L.
16 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT QUIRKY COTTAGE
Samantha L.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Linda W.
5 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lilly cottage
Linda W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gary L.
28 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great relaxing stay.
Gary L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Vicky H.
21 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in an excellent location
Vicky H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brett S.
11 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short break
Brett S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Trevor H.
17 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Trevor H.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rainer F.
9 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended
Rainer F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Louisa M.
18 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Louisa M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Ursula B., Hannover
23 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Ursula B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
8/10 Good
Nick M.
27 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely break
Nick M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
John D.
9 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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John D.
10/10 Excellent
Clive W.
5 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Clive W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Ben C.
29 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini Break
Ben C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Linda T.
24 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky little number
Linda T.
10/10 Excellent
Donna G.
21 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant location, all beaches within 30 mins drive. Barnstaple town roughly 5/10 mins drive.
Donna G.
About the host
Hosted by Ali & Kate Fenton
Hello, we are Kate & Ali. We live with our 2 children and growing menagerie of animals at Great Lilly Farm, adjacent to our newly renovated holiday barn - Great Lilly Cottage.
We've always loved this part of the country and moved down from Scotland a while back to find a more outdoor way of life. We have chickens, pygmy goats, pigs, dogs & cats and we're hoping to make our own honey this summer.
We love living here - where else would you find foxes, badgers and Buzzards all making their homes in your garden?!
If you love the countryside, long walks, beautiful sandy beaches and cosy country pubs - this is the place for your next holiday.
We've always loved this part of the country and moved down from Scotland a while back to find a more outdoor way of life. We have chickens, pygmy goats, pigs, dogs & cats and we're hoping to make our own honey this summer.
We love living here - where else would you find foxes, badgers and Buzzards all making their homes in your garden?!
If you love the countryside, long walks, beautiful sandy beaches and cosy country pubs - this is the place for your next holiday.
Why they chose this property
There are many 'great' things about Great Lilly Cottage but our location in the heart of North Devon gives you the opportunity to have a really varied and flexible holiday.
If you love the sea and beach-style holidays, you have award-winning beaches including Woolacombe and Croyde only 20 minutes drive away. Hire surf or paddle boards, learn to kite surf or just enjoy the sunshine.
For young families, we have many tourist attractions on our doorstep including Exmoor Zoo, The Big Sheep and Combe Martin Dinosaur Park.
We are also only a short drive from Exmoor National Park offering you spectacular walks, horse rides or safe cycling.
If you love the sea and beach-style holidays, you have award-winning beaches including Woolacombe and Croyde only 20 minutes drive away. Hire surf or paddle boards, learn to kite surf or just enjoy the sunshine.
For young families, we have many tourist attractions on our doorstep including Exmoor Zoo, The Big Sheep and Combe Martin Dinosaur Park.
We are also only a short drive from Exmoor National Park offering you spectacular walks, horse rides or safe cycling.
What makes this property unique
We both love good design and the great outdoors, so we hope Great Lilly Cottage feels just a little bit different to your average holiday let. The rustic style combines all the modern conveniences you might need with little touches of luxury - including Orla Kiely bedding and complimentary washing kits from Hogwash - a local organic soap & bath product producer.
Languages:
English
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