I stayed at Blackdown Barn for a week with five friends – the intention being a short break away from work life and our significant others, enjoy each other’s company and generally ‘chill out’.
The previous glowing reviews already speak for Blackdown Barn, and the photos certainly do the place justice - sure enough we were not disappointed. The barn itself was fantastic – the layout is superb, very spacious, tastefully furnished and very comfortable (specifically the beds and the ample seating options), excellent facilities (the pool table and gym on the separate mezzanine levels) and a great TV set up (brilliant for watching the World Cup!).
If the barn itself wasn’t enough, there was the added bonus of the heated swimming pool and bbq area and also the large garden (or rather, small field) that was less than a stone’s throw from the barn itself, which gave plenty of room to kick a football around and play Frisbee. We spent a lot of time in these two areas, taking advantage of the weather.
All in all, a really great set up, and having searched for similar ‘venues’ across England, I’m convinced they don’t come much better than this given the budget and amenities.
The barn was spotless upon arrival and the owners very kindly provided a welcome basket of various goodies, which were very well received! Thank you Michaela and your family for the opportunity to stay at your wonderful barn - I would not hesitate to recommend it to others, and definitely hope to return again!
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This was just the perfect place for all of us to stay for my son's wedding in Cullompton, excellent facilities with space for entertaining so many people, indoors and out, the pool is great to add to the fun.
Everything has been thought of to make your stay so memorable, the indoor games and gym facilities were a huge success. All ages in our party loved it, the creature comforts too, the beds were 'like sleeping on clouds!!'
Staying at Blackdown Barn added so much to the delight of the wedding surrounded by family and friends, we had a wedding and a fabulous holiday too!
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A group of 8 of us stayed at Blackdown Barn for my sisters hen weekend. We knew by the pictures that it was going to be beautiful, but to be honest, the pictures don't even do it the justice it deserves.
The barn was truly amazing. Beautifully presented and every aspect had been thought about. Even the little things, the bed linen and towels smelt beautiful, sachets of shampoo and conditioner a little hamper full of someof the basics and of course scones, jam and clotted cream. Absolutely perfect.
The countryside surrounding the property and the views are amazing. The property is secluded and has access to a beautiful garden, almost meadow like, which is hidden behind a row of trees. It was very peaceful. perfect for a picnic or a morning cup of coffee in your Pj's and wellies. The pool is heated and was used by some of our group. It is a stones throw away from the barn.
All in all, we had a perfect weekend at Blackdown Barn and all came home with some wonderful memories and at some point we will be back, probably with husband's and kids in tow this time round.
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A gorgeous barn, so warm and homely and comfortable. Seated 15 of us during film times, playing games and general chill out comfortably. The huge medieval style dining table suited our dinner parties well. Beds were the most comfortable i've ever slept on and the few extra heads that came managed to sleep in the barn alcoves. Soft, fragrant linen, bedding, towels all provided. Spent New Years Eve here and it was the best New Years ever!
I could not recommend this place enough, it's absolutely perfect for a big group of friends! The owners are extremely helpful from the off and made our stay 100% perfect. We arrived late Friday evening and were swiftly shown around the Barn and all it's fantastic bits n pieces, then left to our own devices. No expenses have been spared on the Barn's interior and furniture, it's extremely comfy. Also, for such a large open area the insulation is fantastic and you'll feel extremely snug and cosy! Although there are only three rooms, the sofa beds in the main room provide additional beds. Plenty of bedding is also provided and some of us actually slept up on one of the mezzanines, very warm and no problem whatsoever.We'll be back for sure!!
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If you're considering staying here stop thinking and just book it. I promise you will not be disappointed. A fantastic welcome from the owners - in spite of us turning up late. A georgeous location with excellent links for exploring the south west. I cannot rate Blackdown Barn highly enough, from the little details like what complementary supplies can the owners provide for your arrival; choices on bread, milk, cereal and a lovely welcome basket complete with Devon cream tea. To 5 star hotel fluffy towels and a bed I wish I could take home. Thank you so much for making my special birthdays celebrations ever better.
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My husband and I plus my son and wife and daughter husband and four children stayed at the barn. We always have a holiday together, but this was the best, we could all be together but do our own thing. The weather was beautiful and we had a job to get the children to go out and see about (and us) all they wanted to do was be in the lovely warm pool. It was lovely to all eat together at the beautiful huge table and have a game of pool and watch 3d tv together with popcorn and a glass of wine. My son-in-law even used the gym. Perfect holiday ..
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