{"id":371969,"date":"2026-03-27T02:42:18","date_gmt":"2026-03-27T02:42:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxurycottages.com\/property\/bracken-barn\/"},"modified":"2026-03-27T02:42:18","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T02:42:18","slug":"bracken-barn","status":"publish","type":"property","link":"https:\/\/luxurycottages.com\/property\/bracken-barn\/","title":{"rendered":"Bracken Barn"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>At a glance<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Complete with a private hot tub backdropped by breathtaking views<\/li>\n<li>Access to on-site facilities including an indoor heated pool and a children&rsquo;s play area<\/li>\n<li>Perfect base to explore Exmoor National Park, Ilfracombe and North Devon&rsquo;s stunning beaches<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>About the property<\/h3>\n<p>Tucked away in a serene woodland setting at the summit of the estate, Bracken Barn is the most private addition to the collection. This exceptional hideaway has been thoughtfully crafted to harmonise modern comfort with the peaceful beauty of nature. From its elevated position, it offers sweeping valley views while still being within easy reach of the estate&rsquo;s shared amenities, including an indoor swimming pool, games room, honesty shop and outdoor play areas. Should you wish to explore the area, you can explore a selection of stunning beaches, including Barricane Beach and Woolacombe.<\/p>\n<h3>The space<\/h3>\n<p>Step into a stunning, single-storey retreat where modern design meets natural beauty. This open-plan space is bathed in natural light, thanks to expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that perfectly frame the breathtaking scenery.<\/p>\n<p>At its heart, a sleek and fully equipped kitchen boasts premium appliances and sophisticated stone countertops, effortlessly flowing into a spacious lounge and dining area. Thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and socialising, this inviting space is enhanced by plush seating, contemporary d&eacute;cor and the rich textures of natural wood.<\/p>\n<p>The barn features three elegant bedrooms, including a master suite with a zip and link bed and a stylish en-suite shower room. An additional king bedroom and bunk bedroom (only suitable for children) offer flexible sleeping options, making it an excellent choice for families or groups. A chic family bathroom ensures that every guest enjoys complete comfort.<\/p>\n<p>Step outside onto the expansive wraparound deck, which seamlessly extends the living space into the outdoors. Whether you&rsquo;re enjoying your morning coffee while soaking in the serene views or unwinding in the private hot tub as the sun sets over the valley, every moment here is designed for pure relaxation. The front terrace offers a peaceful spot for alfresco dining, where you can savour meals under the open sky with only nature as your soundtrack.<\/p>\n<h3>Shared facilities<\/h3>\n<p>You will have access to a host of on-site leisure facilities that are shared by guests of all cottages:<\/p>\n<p><strong>The grounds<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There are 16 acres of stunning grounds to explore, 5 of which are dog walking fields. Amble through the meadows and stop off at the kitchen garden to choose a little something to go with your delicious alfresco lunch.<\/p>\n<p>The grounds also provide a 5-aside football pitch, a badminton and tennis court, croquet, boules, cricket and a putt golf course.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Swimming pool and games room<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Take a dip in the indoor heated swimming pool or head to the games room where you will find an abundance of toys and games, plus a soft play area for little ones aged 5 years old and under. For outdoor fun, there is an adventure playground with swings, slides and a climbing frame.<\/p>\n<p><strong>On-site activities<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yoga classes are available at The Lookout, the estate&rsquo;s stunning viewpoint. Or you can enjoy a fun aqua aerobics session in the heated swimming pool.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Farm animals<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There are numerous animals on-site to visit, including chickens, alpacas, goats and sheep.<\/p>\n<h3>Guest access<\/h3>\n<p>The owners will greet you on arrival and show you into the property.<\/p>\n<h3>Sustainability<\/h3>\n<p>We plant a tree for every booking we make to help offset some of the carbon emissions generated by our stays.<\/p>\n<h3>Keep in mind<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Check-in:<\/strong> from 16:00<br \/>\n<strong>Check-out: <\/strong>by 09:30<\/p>\n<p>The bunk beds are only suitable for children.<\/p>\n<p>The property features ramped access and is all on one level, with wheelchair-friendly doors.<\/p>\n<p>EV charging is available on site.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hot tub:<\/strong> As the hot tub is emptied, cleaned and refilled after each booking, we cannot guarantee that your hot tub will be at its optimal operating temperature upon arrival.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Deposit: <\/strong>Bookings are subject to a non-refundable deposit of 30% of the booking value plus applicable booking fees with the balance payable 70 days before the date of travel.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Accidental Damage Deposit:<\/strong> To maintain the highest standards in our properties, guests will need to pay a refundable Accidental Damage Deposit of &pound;500 prior to their stay. An advance payment as detailed in the booking summary can be made to waive this requirement.<\/p>\n<h3>House rules<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>House rules<\/li>\n<li>No smoking\/vaping<\/li>\n<li>Children of all ages are welcome<\/li>\n<li>Up to 3 dogs are permitted &#8211; fee displayed in your booking summary<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At a glance Complete with a private hot tub backdropped by breathtaking views Access to on-site facilities including an indoor heated pool and a children&rsquo;s play area Perfect base to explore Exmoor National Park, Ilfracombe and North Devon&rsquo;s stunning beaches About the property Tucked away in a serene woodland setting at the summit of the estate, Pipistrelle Barn is the most private addition to the collection. This exceptional hideaway has been thoughtfully crafted to harmonise modern comfort with the peaceful beauty of nature. From its elevated position, it offers sweeping valley views while still being within easy reach of the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":577225,"menu_order":0,"template":"","class_list":["post-371969","property","type-property","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Bracken Barn, Ilfracombe | Devon Luxury Cottages<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"A beautifully converted, award-winning barn designed with everything you need for a memorable family gathering in picturesque North Devon.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/luxurycottages.com\/property\/bracken-barn\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_GB\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" 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