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Beach nearby
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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
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10

Exceptional

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

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  • Washer
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  • Pet friendly
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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Kitchen
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Check-in time

3:30 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

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Hartland, England
  • Popular LocationNorth Devon Coast5 min drive
  • Popular LocationSpeke's Mill Mouth Waterfall11 min drive
  • Popular LocationHartland Quay11 min drive
  • AirportExeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)99 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

This property was immaculate throughout. The area was quiet but within 2 miles of spectacular scenery and various attrac...
Julie R.
Jun 27, 2021

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spacious and Characterful 3 bedroom Detached Barn Conversion close to coast.

Philham Parlour is a beautifully detached converted barn, well-appointed and offering spacious accommodation. It offers a secure private courtyard garden with an outdoor seating area and access to a large paddock. Situated in a small hamlet and overlooking the rolling countryside, the Parlour is just 3.2 miles (10 min drive) miles from Hartland Quay and 1.2 miles (4 min drive / 25 min walk) to Hartland village which boasts 2 shops, a café and 3 pubs all of which offer great menus. With easy access to the Atlantic Way (A39), you can venture out and about to neighbouring coastal towns such as Bude or Bideford both 14 miles away (30 min drive) and Clovelly 5.8 miles (14 min drive).
In a quiet part of Devon, that is usually bypassed by tourists, you can experience the rugged Southwest Coastal Path with views to Lundy Island. Enjoy the quiet, open countryside and local attractions nearby or you can dip in and out of the busier tourist hot spots.
Sandy beaches can be found nearby in Sandymouth (National Trust car park, 12 miles / 25 min drive), Bude & Crockletts (14 miles / 30 min drive), and Widemouth Bay (17 miles / 32 min drive) all of which offer excellent surfing and body boarding experiences, as well as outdoor activities for all ages.
Please note that in high season (1st April to 30th September) our changeover day is a Saturday. There are out of season short breaks are available. There is also a two bedroom option during the low season that is priced accordingly. Please see our other listing reference 10938159 for prices and availability.

Basic cleaning products provided (hand soap, washing liquid, dishwasher tabs, cleaning cloths)

Property manager

Kris Smith and Peter Chapman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets not allowed upstairs. Stairgate provided.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: Will consider larger outdoor events.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Bideford

Located in Bideford, this vacation home is in a rural area and near the beach. Hartland Abbey and The Castle Bude are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Downe Spa and South West Coast Path Section 9 Trailhead. Traveling with kids? Consider Docton Mill Gardens & Tea Rooms and Shipwreck Museum.
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What's nearby

  • North Devon Coast - 5 min drive
  • Speke's Mill Mouth Waterfall - 11 min drive
  • Hartland Quay - 11 min drive
  • Clovelly Harbour - 12 min drive
  • Hartland Point - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hart Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Anchor Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Farmers Arms - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Bush Inn - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious and Characterful 3 bedroom Detached Barn Conversion close to coast. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Spacious and Characterful 3 bedroom Detached Barn Conversion close to coast.?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious and Characterful 3 bedroom Detached Barn Conversion close to coast.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious and Characterful 3 bedroom Detached Barn Conversion close to coast. located?

This family-friendly Bideford vacation home is located near the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Docton Mill Gardens & Tea Rooms, Shipwreck Museum and North Devon Coast. Speke's Mill Mouth Waterfall and Spekes Mill Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 93 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rural location, spacious base
Warm welcome on arrival, comfortable base, visited Bude, Hartland Quay, Westward Ho. Dartington glassworks a bit of a highlight, along with those scones, cream and jam.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely break with friends
This property was ideal for our annual get together (5 ladies). Three well appointed bedrooms, all en-suite. A very well equipped kitchen and warm and cosy with central heating and a log burner. Ideally placed for various walks and close to pubs for bar meals or Sunday roast. Kris made us very welcome and her gift of a gluten free cream tea was much appreciated. The whole was spotlessly clean. Thank you, we thoroughly enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

paula t.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect family break.
A very comfortable home with stunning views of rolling hills and high-hedged lanes. We absolutely loved it here - thank you Kris and Pete for sharing your paddock - our morning coffee will never be the same! We explored the area on foot - walking along the coastal path. The coastline is so beautiful and the locals so friendly. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Easter break
Fabulous weekend spent at the barn. Firstly communication with Kris was spot on, quick to reply to messages and very helpful. The barn was exactly as listed,plenty of space for the 6 of us but very cosy too. It was just perfect, beautiful outside seating areas, a basket of logs for the woodburner and a very welcoming cream tea when we arrived. We had some lovely walks in the area, and visited the local pubs too, just perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem!
We had a wonderful break at the Parlour in Hartland! The accommodation was immaculate, spacious and very well equipped. The welcome gift of a gluten free cream tea was a very thoughtful addition, and reflected the care put into the details to provide for an easy and enjoyable stay. We would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happiness in Hartland
This property certainly had the wow factor. All 3 bedrooms were of an extremely generous size with en suites also of a very good size and all with a lovely rural outlook. The lounge and kitchen areas were similarly spacious and well equipped. There was a smaller games area with table football and pool and a well stocked cupboard with a variety of other games. Outside was a covered seated area as well as a table large enough to accommodate all 8 guests as well as a bbq. The outside area was secure which was important for guests with dogs. The owners were extremely friendly and helpful and a nice touch was the scones, jam and cream left for us to have. We also thought having a television in all the bedrooms as well as the lounge was a thoughtful touch. Needless to say the whole family and dogs enjoyed a really wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The very best of everything
It felt like home from the moment we walked through the door. Plenty of space inside and out. Beautifully furnished with everything you would need. Peaceful, relaxing and gorgeous cows, sheep, birds and bats fabulous!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you for your kind host
Kris and Pete are very kind and helpful providing us with useful local information and suggestions. We have spent a great week there. The house is very children friendly and we are two families with four children under 5 year old. They had great fun running about in the garden. Kris has also brought us the beach toys for the children to play at beach. Speacial thanks to Kris that she offered help to search for the lost book and post me the chopsticks I left behind. Thank you very much!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

martin t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect countryside getaway
The website did not really tell the story properly. The property surpassed expectations (and they were quite high), there was a new covered outside seating area, and we were constantly entertained by the swallows, martins and sparrows, not to mention the birth of a calf just across the way. A little tricky to do the first couple of miles of any journey, but well worth that because of all the lovely places to visit in the area. And the fitter guests will have no trouble walking to Hartland with its pubs, small shops and post office. Altogether great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

bryan p.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect stay
The property was the perfect place to stay, owned by the perfect hosts, in a beautiful tranquil part of the world. We had a small dog and a 15 month old granddaughter, and we could not have been made to feel more relaxed and at home by Kris and Pete the hosts. Thoroughly recommend this property. The upstairs bedrooms are stunning, and the downstairs bedroom was just what we needed with our dog who unfortunately hates being left on his own. The facilities at the property covered every eventuality we needed for the weather. A great job Kris and Pete.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wayne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
What an awesome location and property, lived up to everything.
We spent a week here, 2 families & 4 dogs, plenty of space to get away from each other if needed. Location was awesome, in 1week we only saw 3 cars, 2 bikes &1 tractor. Very quite and a great little sun trap in the garden. Great place to base yourself and explore both Devon & Cornwall
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reena D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Holiday
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the beautiful cottage! Everything was perfect, can not fault it at all! Kris and Pete were both so friendly and welcoming. The scones went down a treat! Kris was so attentive, having noticed a few items had been left behind after our trip, and was more than happy to drop them off to us as she was heading our way!! We loved our holiday and would definitely consider renting out the property again!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

karen m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family holiday
We all had a lovely holiday here, the house was perfect for us, 5 adults and 2 young children. Plenty of room both inside and out for the girls to play, we arrived a little early but were made welcome and Kris had made us some yummy scones and gave us some nice jam and clotted cream as well. The house is in a very beautiful part of Devon , we went to some great beaches, don’t miss going to Welcombe beach which our 2 little ones thought was great. I would also recommend going to Hartland Abbey, the gardens are amazing and I should think they would be spectacular in the summer. If you are considering booking this house we would certainly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Parlour cottage
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Parlour cottage in Philam, Kris and Pete were welcoming friendly and helpful. Plenty of days out in the local area and particularly pleased with our meals out in Hartland village. Would definitely consider a return vist!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ray W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fantastic time
Fantastic property and location. So quite away from busy life, but just a mile to a small village and perfect for exploring Bude, Hartland Quay, Bideford. Everything on hand for cooking a meal, or go the the local pubs. Kris and Pete were on hand to help us through the storm, extra logs for the fire, candles and hot water bottles. The bedrooms are spacious, upstairs rooms are massive. The downstairs bedroom is perfect and greatly needed to accommodate a disabled friend. Would recommend this property to anyone. Come and enjoy North Devon
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emma S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent new year retreat for 2 families .
Well what can we say ….. perfect for our annual new year break away !! House was amazing with homemade scones jam and cream and a bottle of fizz on arrival oh and a fresh bottle of milk too . Big basket of logs for the fire 🔥 which we lit most evenings . Children and baby lived the property playing hide and seek and table football most days . Thankyou for a great new year .
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

russell s.

Liked: Cleanliness
FANTASTIC STAY
The barn is spotless, well equipped and has plenty of space.We had a fantastic time, as did our two labradors. Plenty of walks from outside the property with superb views. Kris and Peter were charming and perfect hosts. I would highly recommend this property. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Ingrid Horne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful secluded retreat on north Devon coast.
A spacious (perfect for 6 adults and two dogs) well laid out property in a lovely quiet location within reach of some spectacular coastlines in Devon and Cornwall. The cottage was very warm and cosy and the owners very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our week very much and would certainly return and recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachael F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, spacious holiday cottage.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Parlour. There was plenty of space for a family of 5 and the small pool table and the outdoor space was a big hit with the kids. The cottage was situated in a small hamlet and was a lovely get away from our normal busy lives but had quick access to some beautiful beaches and coastal walks. There was certainly plenty to do in October, even when we had a few days when the weather wasn’t at its best. A beautiful part of the country and I would highly recommend the Parlour as a base. We felt very welcomed by the owners and we knew they were on hand next door if we did have any issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Della S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hartland Devon
A beautiful cottage in a beautiful part of North Devon, very comfortable, clean and the new owners couldn't have been more helpful. We had a wonderful stay and would certainly book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pam E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
Lovely, comfortable and peaceful place. In need of some peace and quiet???? Then this is the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beckey R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay, would recommend to anyone travelling to North Devon
We’ve just returned from a week away staying at the Parlour, which was nothing but brilliant. Mark and Lorraine have been in communication since we booked back in January. Mark met us on arrival and gave us some good recommendations (pubs, beaches and places to visit), which we were very grateful for as we were new to the area. The Parlour is in a fabulous location in easy access to some of the best sites in North Devon, as well as a short drive to Cornwall. Although the weather wasn’t as sunny as we would have liked, we still managed to enjoy the local beaches, as well as some slightly further afield for plenty of water sports! The Parlour itself was very spacious, it had everything you need and more! The rooms were very well decorated, and the children really enjoyed the football table. A great bonus to the parlour is the field across the road. A lovely bench with amazing views across the fields, as well as a trampoline which the children had a great time playing on. They even got to help collect the eggs from the chickens, which they loved. I would recommend the Parlour to anyone travelling to North Devon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Guy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Parlour in August
The Parlour was great for our family holiday ( 7 of us plus pooch) with 3 large bedrooms all with bathrooms, comfortable seating area and spacious and well equipped kitchen. Some nice touches with a breakfast pack and fresh cut flowers and a warm welcome. Our hosts Mark and Lorraine genuinely wanted to make our stay comfortable and helped us when we needed support. We enjoyed the countryside and the location, whilst off the beaten track the Parlour is a gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nigel R., Solihull

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday home
Had a very enjoyable stay in this comfortable home. Peaceful location - everything you need here. Spacious rooms and comfy beds. Mark and Lorraine very pleasant and helpful. Only suggestions would be bigger towels and a hairdryer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home from Home
This property was immaculate throughout. The area was quiet but within 2 miles of spectacular scenery and various attractions for all the family. The property had all the home comforts you would expect. I would not hesitate to book again in the future.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021