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The Hay Barn - Higher Sweethay Farm

Taunton, Somerset
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Sleeps 12
Bedrooms 6
Bathrooms 5
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Swimming pool
Family friendly
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Working farm
EV Charging
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Country houses
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At a glance

  • This stunning detached barn conversion offers inspiring interiors and beautiful countryside views
  • Relax in the large enclosed garden with a patio and lawn, or enjoy a swim in the private indoor pool
  • Enjoy hours of fun in the TV/games room which boasts an air hockey table and a Smart TV
Property code: OC-T28020

This luxurious barn has been converted with exceptional attention to detail, perfect for families and friends who want to spend time together. Situated on a working arable farm, yet with an array of amenities close-by. Make the most of this great location and venture to both the north and south coast, including visits to Brean (28.5 miles), Watchet (19.5 miles), Seaton (23.5 miles), Lyme Regis (25.5 miles) and Sidmouth (27 miles). The county town of Taunton is virtually on your doorstep (2.7 miles) and the beautiful cathedral city of Exeter (30 miles) is an easy drive away. Outdoors enthusiasts are well-catered for with the stunning Quantock and Blackdown Hills nearby, both Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Alternatively, enjoy a round of golf at one of the local courses. Other accessible attractions include numerous National Trust properties, the West Somerset Railway (7.4 miles) and Exmoor National Park, famed for its beautifully rugged scenery.

Step inside this stunning property and you will immediately find yourself in a beautifully light and spacious entrance hall. Head upstairs from the hall and into the fantastically appointed open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner with far-reaching countryside views of both the Quantock and Blackdown Hills. This brilliantly sociable room is made for relaxing, with a Smart TV and a fantastically appointed kitchen with a great range of appliances. There is also a large dining table, which is perfect for relaxed family meals, or for a special celebration. On the same floor is a TV/games room with an air hockey table and a Smart TV, which also boasts views over open fields towards the Quantock and Taunton. All six bedrooms have garden or countryside views, are beautifully decorated, have built in wardrobes and their own thermostats for guests’ ultimate comfort. The first two bedrooms are located on the first floor; there is a king-size and a twin room. Completing this floor is an immaculate family shower room. The further four bedrooms can be found on the ground floor and are very spacious; there are two king-size bedrooms both with en-suite shower rooms and a further king-size but with an en-suite bathroom and the luxury of a bath and separate shower. The sixth bedroom is a twin with an en-suite shower room. Completing this floor is a useful WC.

Heading outside, you will find a very large, enclosed garden where you can either enjoy al fresco dining on the patio with a charcoal BBQ and outdoor seating, or relax with a good book. Beyond this area is a generously sized lawn, which is a great space for allowing children to burn off some energy. The highlight of this property is a superb private heated indoor swimming pool, accessed from the outside of the property. Step inside and head upstairs to the six by five metre swimming pool, heated via ground source and available for guests’ private use from 7am to 7pm. For guests’ convenience, there is also a changing room, shower, WC and a utility area in the pool's entrance hall with a washing machine and tumble dryer.

  • 6 bedrooms – 4 king-size and 2 twin
  • 5 bathrooms – 3 en-suite shower rooms with showers and WCs, 1 en-suite bathroom with a bath, separate shower and WC and 1 family shower room with a shower and WC. 1 separate WC
  • 2 electric ovens, 2 electric warming ovens, an induction hob, microwave, dishwasher, large fridge and a large freezer
  • Utility area (located in the entrance hall to the swimming pool) with a washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Smart TV in the lounge/kitchen/diner
  • Smart TV and DVD player in the games room
  • Air hockey table in the TV/games room
  • Very large enclosed garden with a patio with garden seating and a charcoal BBQ
  • Indoor heated swimming pool (6 by 5 metres and 1.45 metres in depth). Available for guests’ private use from 7am to 7pm; out of these hours only the owner will have access
  • Private parking for 6 cars
  • Electric vehicle charging on site for guests to use at an additional cost, payable via the Charge Assist app
  • Pub and shop within 1 mile
  • Please bring towels for the pool
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • Arrival: 16:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Belinda Withey

This property is personally managed by Belinda.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 7 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Lance 19th November 2024

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Communication was great with the owner Who lived opposite the property Property was great for our family gathering and was in the perfect location for everyone to travel

Reviewed by Paul 1st October 2024

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Reviewed by Robert 2nd September 2024

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Reviewed by Elizabeth 6th August 2024

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Lovely holiday home for our three families to celebrate a 70th birthday. Beds really comfortable in all rooms; en-suite showers spacious. Enough comfy seating in lounge for everyone

Reviewed by Rawsan 18th June 2024

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Very clean and well equipped, worth the money. Nice pool but you have to enter it from outside the house. Lovely owners. Big rooms and quite convenient.

Reviewed by Vanita 7th May 2024

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The stay at Hay Barn this weekend was really good. The owner was very helpful and very friendly. The barn is well equipped, clean and the bedrooms are decorated very well. We will be back in the future to stay at the Hay Barn.

Reviewed by Sue 16th April 2024

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The Travel Chapter Limited trading as Original Cottages is an appointed representative of ITC Compliance Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (their registration number is 313486) and which is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts as an intermediary.
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