Northleigh Barn is a charming retreat set in the most beautiful countryside setting.
Bedroom one is a super-king bedroom which oozes comfort and style, with superb countryside views too.
The sitting-room is characterful, charming and cosy.
Step out of the sitting-room onto your patio to enjoy the fresh Devon air.
The patio dining-area is perfectly located outside of the kitchen, making serving up any meal al fresco so easy to do.
The kitchen/diner is light, bright and offers a great communal space to come together.
The entrance hall links the ground floor perfectly, with the stairs to the first floor leading up just outside of the kitchen area.
Looking back from the kitchen into the hallway and through to the sitting-room.
So much space to be enjoyed in this lovely kitchen/diner.
Many a feast can be enjoyed at this table.
The kitchen also treats you to wonderful countryside views. The perfect view to wash up to.
The sitting-room oozes charm and class.
Looking into the sitting-room from the patio-area.
Fling open the patio doors and step out into your private and enclosed garden area.
The greenery which surrounds you is unspoilt and beautiful, even in the winter months.
The ground floor cloakroom.
The first floor landing links the two bedrooms. A bedroom at each end of the hallway.
Bedroom 1 is super spacious and airy with delightful countryside views.
Bedroom 1 is home to this superb super-king size bed.
Bedroom 1 also boasts an en suite bathroom.
The spacious en suite bathroom.
Bedroom 2 is home to this charming twin configuration.
And relax....
Bedroom 2 offers an en suite shower-room.
The shower-room ensuite is fully equipped with this glorious shower cubicle.
The aerial view of the Northleigh estate shows how vast and beautiful the countryside which surrounds you is.
One of your gorgeous neighbours enjoying the Devon sun.
Countryside views don't get much more far reaching than this.
The driveway up to Northleigh Barn and your private gravelled parking-area.
The golden sands of Woolacombe make for a great beach day.
Being centrally located means you have both coastlines available. This is Budleigh Salterton on the south coast.
Lace up those walking boots and discover the dramatic scenery of either Dartmoor or Exmoor National Parks.
Head to the city of Exeter; great for shopping and places to eat, or visit the stunning cathedral.
Northleigh Barn
6147 - New7.3 miles NW of Crediton | Sleeps 4 + 2 cots*
7 Nights from £793
The location of attractions is intended only as a guide. Distances are 'as the crow flies'.
Nearby pub
A traditional pub in the heart of the village. There's a restaurant with new menu and snacks are available at the bar. Check their website before you visit as, at the time of writing they are closed on Mondays.
Nearby beach
A great beach for children with acres of sand at low tide, shallow waters and usually calm seas. There are plenty of facilities nearby in the village. Dog restrictions apply so please check locally.
October 2022
Very busy doggy beach
Nice beach but a little too busy for us. Great that it is dog friendly but I think everyone with dogs goes there. More dogs than people.
September 2022
Instow beach
Instow beach is a lot more than 3/4ml on foot or by car from Appledore! And it is not walkable because there is a river in between!
November 2021
A dog’s paradise
We came in November and there were so many dogs and owners on the beach. My little dog was in her element.
November 2021
Great to visit whatever the weather
Great walks based around a village with good pubs, a fantastic deli (John's) and an amazing fish shack near the beach and car park The Glorious Oyster, serving great no fuss fish dishes
July 2021
Instow John's deli near the beach
Great deli for picnic boxes, fresh crab sourdough roll. Amazing cakes
July 2021
Instow John's deli near the beach
Great deli for picnic boxes, fresh crab sourdough roll. Amazing cakes
June 2021
John's of Instow
Chocolate brownies to die for. Melt In the mouth and very chocolatey.
Nearby walk
A gentle stroll of just under three miles which takes you From the Portsmouth Inn through the village and surrounding area, There are some lovely views over Dartmoor and beyond.
Nearby town
The hilltop market town of Chulmleigh is close to the Little River Dart with delightful views of surrounding countryside and woodlands. There are many leisure activities on offer here including golf, horse riding, fishing and hiking.
Also nearby
Set deep in the north Devon countryside, The Rosemoor estate was once the home of Lady Anne Palmer. Lady Anne developed a passion for plants when she met noted plantsman Colllingwood Ingram while recuperating from measles in Spain. Over the next 30 years, she travelled the world to collect specimens for her garden, which she gave to the Royal Horticultural Society in 1988. The estate now comprises 65 acres of land, which includes rose gardens, a winter garden, a fruit and vegetable garden, a formal garden, woodlands, and many stream and lakeside plantings, making Rosemoor an enchanting place to visit whatever the season.
September 2025
Rosemoor RHS garden
For lovers of gardening Rosemoor is a MUST and well worth the 1 hour drive from Croyde.
November 2023
Beautiful gardens
Amazing place to visit even in the rain!! Beautiful gardens, credit to the staff! We had lunch in the restaurant which was amazing too - well worth the visit!!
October 2023
Fabulous place, outstanding gardens
A return visit for us.
An exceptional day out if you love nature and gardens. We were lucky our visit coincided with the Festival of Apples in October. Beautiful place and everything offered is of the highest standard.
July 2023
Fanstastic
Spent the best part of the day exploring the walks around the estate and through the fabulous formal and informal gardens, plenty of seating in the grounds to appreciate the flowers, plants and trees, choice of refreshment options from snacks to restaurant, a very good shop and parking very easy, worth the effort to visit.
August 2022
Gorgeous day out
As an RHS member and regular visit to Hyde Hall I’ve been keen to visit the other gardens so when on holiday nearby, a visit to Rosemoor was a must. It is truly fabulous, we visited on a beautiful, sunny, summer day so we saw it at it’s best but I can see how there is interest whatever time of year you visit.
The staff are friendly and we received a great welcome and explanation of the layout when we arrived, such a lovely touch.
The garden is split into two parts, Lady Anne’s garden which has beautiful trees and planting best seen at a gentle stroll and the more formal gardens laid our directly near the entrance which are also stunning. The cool garden was gorgeous especially on a hot day.
August 2021
Stunning gardens
Beautiful selection of show gardens and fabulous fruit and vegetable gardens. Well worth a visit and a cream tea
July 2021
Rosemoor RHS
Well worth a visit and 25 minutes from Forest View. Beautiful well kept gardens.
June 2021
Mr
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February 2009
Beautiful, well-managed gardens, well worth a visit whatever the season.
October 2008
The garden is absolutely gorgeous and very well looked after. The staff are very friendly and welcoming and the restaurant had great locally sourced food. A great day out for adults and children.
August 2008
Roses Galore!
The rose collection - one of the largest in the West Country - is very impressive. In full bloom in the summer, the scent of over 2,000 flowers is quite sensational. The Rose Weekend, held in June, was very informative, with advice on growing your own, as well as walks and activities for children.
The Sunday lunch here is something to behold - meats from Devon’s best farms are the star of the show.
August 2021
Stokes 2021
Amazing country pub in a very pretty village setting. Good selection of
local beers and food was to a very high standard. Not to be missed!
June 2021
Superb Pub!
Super pub in a remote location. Good selection of beers and excellent food in friendly surroundings. Excellent!
April 2019
Cosy friendly proper pub
Gorgeous village pub which had a lovely feeling about it. The landlord was so geniune and the locals so friendly. The Sunday lunch was divine.
March 2010
A real find - delicious food in a friendly pub in the middle of nowhere.
A wonderful Gothic pile with stunning formal gardens and beautiful interiors. The walled garden provides produce for the Stables restaurant where you can watch the gardeners at work or explore the woodland walks.
September 2020
Knightshayes
Interesting house surrounded by magnificent gardens.
May 2014
Free parking and walk for dog
We couldn't go in as we had the dog with us, but the car park was free and there's a nice woodland walk off the car park where dogs can walk off the lead. Nice setting and surrounding countryside.
September 2012
Stunning
One of the best national trust properties we've ever been to, something for all ages. The gardens are fantastic and offer both formal and woodland styles. Well worth a visit!
May 2012
Beautiful gardens!
The gardens are the jewel of this property, with many different areas; woodland, formal garden, meadow, parkland and a stunning restored kitchen garden which provides produce for the lovely stables restaurant. Highly recommended and really easy access from the M5.
July 2010
One of the finest surviving Gothic Revival houses, this rare example of the work of eccentric architect William Burges has extraordinary medieval romantic interiors. The beautiful garden includes a kitchen garden.
April 2009
Glorious garden. Monster house, but interesting contents.
July 2008
Good National Trust property
Interesting house and gardens, even kept the kids going for two hours.
A countryside pub, ideally placed for walkers, and bikers in the area. There's lots of outdoor seating, perfect for summer months. Booking ahead is essential and a takeaway service is available, ideal if you'd like a break from cooking.
November 2023
Lovely pub
Went here on a Saturday lunchtime. Sat by the cosy fire for a drink and then sat at a table for food. Tasty food and service was fantastic and friendly. Wasn't overly crowded either. Some tables were reserved for later in the afternoon/evening, but you were able to use them before the reservation time.
Welcome to the Exeter Inn, a traditional thatched roofed pub with cosy interiors and pretty outdoor seating for summer months. An ideal place to pop in for refreshments whilst exploring the local area. Closed Monday & Tuesday.
April 2026
A little gem
This pub was one of the best I have been in. The roast on Sunday was superb, never had 9 vegetables before. The staff are friendly and it’s reasonably priced too.
April 2024
Amazing food, really welcoming atmosphere and great staff!
A really outstanding pub, dog friendly and family friendly. Exceptional food and great staff. Always buzzing but nothing is too much for the staff.
November 2023
Fabulous food
We had a lovely meal in the Exeter Inn, just a short walk from our holiday home
October 2019
Brilliant.
We had to go back for the burgers 3 times because they where so amazing! It's all hand made from local produce! Love love love! Definitely worth a trip and the staff are really helpful! We turned up very late after a long journey down and they still made us food!
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