Old Dairy Barn, Challacombe, is a delightful two-bedroom stone conversion nestled within 1,500 acres of working farmland on Exmoor. The well-equipped kitchen features a gas hob with electric oven, coffee machine, and integrated appliances including dishwasher, fridge, and freezer, whilst a handy utility room houses the washing machine for muddy walking boots. The open-plan living area flows seamlessly from the kitchen, showcasing exposed stonework and a gas wood-effect stove, with panoramic views across the surrounding farmland through large windows.
Step outside from the kitchen onto the expansive decking area, where outdoor furniture, a gas BBQ, and a wood-fired hot tub await. The enclosed, dog-secure garden provides safe space for children and pets to play freely. Both ground-floor bedrooms offer zip-and-link super-king beds that convert to twins upon request, with the master bedroom featuring an en-suite shower room. A family bathroom with both bath and separate walk-in shower ensures comfort for all guests.
Picture yourself soaking in the bubbling hot tub under starlit skies, the scent of wood smoke drifting from the outdoor burner as you prepare dinner al fresco. Wake to the gentle sounds of grazing sheep and rolling moorland stretching endlessly beyond your windows, promising adventures that begin right from your doorstep.
Old Dairy Barn, Challacombe, sits perfectly positioned within Exmoor National Park to explore Devon's most captivating attractions. The Exmoor Zoological and Conservation Centre in Bratton Fleming (4 km) offers family-friendly conservation activities and houses the famous Exmoor Beast, the UK's only black leopard. The historic Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway (9 km) provides a unique water-powered journey between these picturesque twin villages, often called Little Switzerland. For something sweeter, visit Quince Honey Farm in South Molton (14 km), a working honey farm perfect for family exploration.
For those willing to venture further, Coldharbour Mill (47 km) showcases working textile machinery from 1797, where visitors can witness Victorian wool processing in action and explore the mill's atmospheric engine house. Meanwhile, Okehampton Castle (48 km) reveals Devon's largest medieval ruins, perched dramatically on a wooded spur above the River Okement, where Henry VIII's brother-in-law once held court before his dramatic downfall. The Bear Trail in Westcott (50 km) offers muddy assault course thrills for the truly adventurous, featuring rope swings, cargo nets, and natural obstacles through ancient woodland.
Adventure seekers can discover the popular surfing haven of Woolacombe, just 23 kilometres away, where three miles of golden sands regularly top Britain's best beaches lists and Atlantic swells provide excellent conditions for both beginners and experienced surfers. The Blue Flag beach offers rock pools, coastal walks, and stunning sunset views across the Bristol Channel. History enthusiasts will appreciate Tiverton, a 39-kilometre drive inland, brimming with romantic castles and heritage sites. This charming market town boasts the impressive Tiverton Castle, with its medieval gatehouse and Civil War connections, plus the fascinating Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life, housed in beautiful period buildings.
