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Balches Hayloft

Newton Tracey, near Instow, Devon
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Charming converted farmer barn situated within easy drive of the North Devon coast
  • Just 5 miles from the nearest beaches like Croyde, Saunton Sands and Woolacombe
  • Explore the expansive Exmoor National Park for great walks and lengthy treks
Property code: OC-28959

A stay at the Hayloft will have beach-lovers rejoicing! With Westward Ho! just a 15-minute drive away and Croyde, Saunton Sands and Woolacombe to the north, you’ll never get bored of burying your toes in the sand. The market town of Barnstaple is just 4 miles away, where you can wander the pannier market, go to the theatre or lap the swimming pool if the weather is too bad for the beach. Other attractions nearby include, Dartington Crystal, The Milky Way and The Big Sheep. If you’re the outdoors type, both Exmoor and Dartmoor are close, and perfect for hiking, as well as a wide range of activities, such as surfing, canoeing and horse-riding being right on the doorstep. If you fancy trying a spot of golf, Great Torrington Golf Course is located just a 15 minute drive away.

Enter this converted hayloft into the spacious kitchen/diner which is well-equipped with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Step down into the light and airy lounge with Smart TV and DVD player and comfortable seating to sit back and relax next to the wood burner effect electric fire. Just along the hallway is the bathroom, with a shower over bath and WC. Further along you will find two bedrooms, one double with an en-suite shower room with WC and one cosy twin.

Outside there is a shared garden area with lawn, private gazebo and charcoal BBQ for sunny evenings spent outside.

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 double, 1 twin
  • 1 en-suite bathroom bathroom with WC and shower, 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • Kitchen with oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
  • Electric and heating provided
  • Smart TV and DVD player in lounge
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Instow Beach 5 miles away
  • Village pub within walking distance
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 15:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Sarah Hardy

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 12 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sarah 1st June 2026

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Lovely lodge, easy ish to find and good host. Has everything you need. Enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Esther 19th April 2026

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Comfortable and tranquil cottage. Well presented. Lovely host. The outside space and retreat were a fantastic unexpected cozy addition.

Reviewed by Cliff 21st September 2025

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Reviewed by Stephen 6th September 2025

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Reviewed by Paul 21st June 2025

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Reviewed by Andrew 29th March 2025

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Cottage & grounds are nice Local pub is very nice too & great food

Reviewed by Ann 21st September 2024

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Great cottage, clean, warm and comfortable.

Reviewed by Ian Brandon 7th September 2024

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Reviewed by Julian 3rd September 2024

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Hayloft very comfortable and well equipped. Owner very pleasant but not obtrusive. Loved sitting in the garden listening to and watching the birds, very peaceful!

Reviewed by David 31st August 2024

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Cannot fault the accommodation great base to visit all parts of Devon very clean and comfortable

Reviewed by N 27th July 2024

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Lovely cottage.

Reviewed by Grace 13th July 2024

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Location

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Note: As the postcode is used to identify the general area of the property, it may not always reflect its precise location, therefore please only use this map as a guide.
Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.