18th century renovated barn in beautiful Devon countryside

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Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

Excellent location!

9.5
  • The entire place is yours
  • 850 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
    150 Mbps
  • Terrace

About this property

Historic Charm: The 18th century renovated barn in Launceston offers a unique holiday home experience. Housed in a historic building, the property features a sun terrace and a beautiful garden. Modern Amenities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a private check-in and check-out service, and free on-site parking. Additional facilities include an electric charging station, outdoor seating area, and bicycle parking. Comfortable Living: The holiday home comprises one bedroom and one bathroom, a cosy living room, and a fully equipped kitchen. Bathrobes, streaming services, and a washing machine ensure a comfortable stay. Local Attractions: Located 15 km from Launceston Castle and 70 km from Exeter International Airport, the property is close to attractions such as Lydford Castle and Morwellham Quay. Hiking and cycling opportunities are available nearby.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Free private parking available on-site

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1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Jacqui
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“Calm, tranquil surroundings. Perfect for a quiet getaway for two.”
Lauren
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“Immaculate and beautifully decorated property filled with everything you would need for your stay. Hosts were very communicative and welcoming with great recommendations about the local area. Although on the same land as the property owners, the...”
Daniel
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“Exceptionally clean and comfortable. The property is modern but traditional and has everything you need for a short or longer stay. We were very pleased with the communication and information provided. Whilst the barn is 15mins from the nearest...”
Barclay
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“Beautiful surroundings. Very luxurious property with all mod cons and very comfortable. Dogs were welcome.”
Tracy
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“Just Perfect. Everything has been thought about, the barn is exceptional. It has the WOW factor.”
Jennie
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“Really wonderful , comfortable cottage . Amazing views and lovely hosts”
Sharon
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“Beautiful conversion in lovely secluded location. Very clean. Cosy.”
Rebecca
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“We loved this converted barn. It was hard to believe the transformation. Everything was really high spec and super comfortable. Our hosts were friendly and helpful but left us to ourselves (and the sheep)! It has a beautiful decked area for...”
Claire
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“The barn felt luxurious and well equipped to a high specification. Loved the balcony decking area which was perfect for relaxing in the evening whilst watching the sheep, chickens and rabbits. Shower was great, powerful and plenty of hot water....”
John
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“Everything, this is probably the most perfect property at which we have stayed. Spotlessly clean High spec fixtures and fittings Most comfortable bed ever Complete peace & quiet”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by David and Georgina Tomkins

9.8
Host review score
David and Georgina Tomkins
The Old Barn, Higher Kellacott Cottage is situated in a tiny Devon hamlet, where you'll find a small handful of thatched cottages along a narrow country lane. Nestled in a beautiful stretch of Devonshire countryside with far-reaching views to Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor, the barn is set apart above the rest of the property in an elevated situation overlooking fields to the horizon. The large upper deck will ensure you'll be basking in the sun from morning till sunset. If you're looking for a quiet escape to recharge your batteries and revitalise your mind, this tranquil setting will be perfect for you. Our newly rennovated cobble barn has a table tennis table and a display of our home produce for guests to purchase. Guests are also welcome to use this space for Yoga or meditation.
My husband David and I enjoy walking on Dartmoor, wild swimming, table tennis, cycling and body boarding. When not on the moors or working on our home, garden and fields, we enjoy family life, catching up with friends, listening to music, reading a good book, listening to the cricket and all things history. I also enjoy National Hunt horse racing. Cooking, home curing bacon and smoked salmon are also interests I pursue. David has been a beekeeper for 30 years and we now run our Nearly Home Honey & Beekeeping business from Higher Kellacott, with an apiary on one of our fields.
The Cottage is just 5 minutes' drive from the A30, making it easy to explore the local area. Dartmoor National Park is just a 20 minute drive, whilst Roadford Lake, with all it's watersports, walking and cycling facilities just a 10 minute drive. There is horse riding locally, plus Launceston, Tavistock, Okehampton and many local villages ensuring that shopping and eating out are all easily within reach.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00 to 18:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £100 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 27
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform 18th century renovated barn in beautiful Devon countryside in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £100 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.