Meadowside Barn, Meshaw is a charming two-bedroom barn conversion that blends rustic character with modern comfort in equal measure. The white Shaker-style kitchen is fully equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, and all the essentials for creating delicious home-cooked meals, with a glass dining table perfectly placed between the kitchen and living area for gathering at mealtimes. Relax in the spacious open-plan living room, where a solid oak floor, floor-to-ceiling patio doors, and a handsome wood burner set a wonderfully cosy scene.
Step outside to discover a generous garden laid mainly to lawn, with sweeping countryside views stretching to the horizon. A patio with garden furniture and a BBQ makes al fresco dining a natural pleasure. Upstairs, an open oak staircase leads to two beautifully appointed bedrooms beneath vaulted ceilings and exposed beams: a king-size room with its own en-suite shower room, and a twin room served by a luxurious bathroom with a spa bath and overhead shower.
Picture lazy mornings lingering over breakfast at the glass dining table, the patio doors flung wide to let the Devon countryside breathe into the barn. After a day walking the footpaths from the front door, settle beside the crackling wood burner as dusk falls over the meadows. This is the kind of escape that resets you; unhurried, deeply restorative, and rich with the quiet magic of remote rural Devon.
Meadowside Barn, Meshaw is nestled down a quiet country lane, offering an idyllic base for exploring the very best of North Devon. Quince Honey Farm in South Molton (10 km) is a wonderful day out for all the family, bringing the remarkable world of bees to vivid life. The award-winning Exmoor Distillery in Dulverton (18 km) crafts premium gin and spirits using traditional methods and locally sourced botanicals. It's a genuine treat for those with a taste for an artisan tipple. Wildlife lovers will be captivated by the Exmoor Zoological and Conservation Centre in Bratton Fleming (24 km), home to a remarkable range of rare species, including the Exmoor Beast – the UK's only black leopard. History buffs will delight in Finch Foundry in Sticklepath (28 km), a beautifully preserved water-powered forge where live demonstrations and original machinery transport visitors to a bygone era.
Venture a little further and the rewards are equally impressive. Upper Tamar Lake (47 km), straddling the Cornwall and Devon border, offers a tranquil escape for those in search of open water and peaceful countryside. National Trust Dunsland in Holemoor (48 km) is a grand parkland with over 900 years of history, perfect for a slow, wildlife-rich wander. Hartland Abbey in Stoke (52 km) promises old-fashioned fun and far more to explore than a typical historic house.
The ancient market town of Barnstaple, just 24 kilometres away, offers visitors a delightful shopping experience in its famous pannier market, which has been trading since medieval times. This historic North Devon town boasts charming Georgian architecture and sits beautifully on the River Taw estuary. Alternatively, the picturesque seaside resort of Dawlish is a 47km drive south and provides classic British coastal charm with its stunning golden beach and elegant Victorian seafront known as The Lawn. Dawlish is particularly famous for its colony of black swans that gracefully glide along Dawlish Water, creating a magical sight that has enchanted visitors for generations.
