Property Summary
Exmoor Camping Barn is a charming self-catering, converted barn sleeping up to 10 guests across three bedrooms, with two shower rooms, a well-equipped kitchen and utility area. Large private garden to the rear with outdoor fire pit and BBQ grill; an ideal spot for star gazing in the Dark Sky Reserve
Main Description
Exmoor Camping Barn is well-suited to walking groups and those that are looking for a base in this beautiful part of Exmoor National Park. The barn has been lovingly converted into well-quipped self-catering accommodation for up to 10 guests - sorry no children aged 11 years or under.
Sleeps up to 10 guests in 3 bedrooms
One ground floor bedroom with king size zip-link bed (can be made up as a twin on request)
Two bedrooms on the first floor:
One with 3 single beds; two are standard size single beds (3') and one is a slim single (2'6')
One bedroom can sleep up to 5 guests in two bunk beds and one single bed.
Well-equipped kitchen with dining area
Utility and drying room
Two shower rooms
Private garden with outdoor fire pit and BBQ grill
Bed linen and one towel provided per person
Wifi, electricity and heating included
0.75 mile to the local village with pub/restaurant, mini-supermarket, petrol station
Strictly non-smoking
Sorry, no dogs
Arrive from 4 pm
Depart by 10 am
The Barn is located on a small hill farm on the edge of Wheddon Cross village, with wonderful views looking over Snowdrop Valley with the River Avill running through at the base of the valley, and looking upwards towards Dunkery and the moors - it's an excellent location for lovers of the great outdoors.
The building's original purpose was to house livestock when it was built over 150 years ago. The present owners undertook a huge restoration project to transform the Barn into warm and comfortable holiday accommodation, combining modern comforts whilst retaining original features and charm. Behind the barn, in the quiet backdrop of the rolling Exmoor landscape, is a private, lawned garden with fire pit, BBQ grill and seating.
Indoor Description
The well equipped kitchen comprises fridge freezer, hob, single oven and microwave. The attached dining area has a large table with seating for 10 guests and a smart TV. Beyond the kitchen is a small utility/drying room.
Please note, there is no living room at Exmoor Camping Barn. WiFi is available throughout.
Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. The barn has central heating.
Bed linen, duvets and one towel per person is provided for your convenience.
Please bring your own beach towels if you wish to take towels with you on day trips or use them outside.
There may be non-perishable items like a salt, pepper and oil. Cleaning materials such as washing up liquid will be present in the property. One toilet roll will be provided per toilet and hand wash.
Outdoor Description
Tucked behind the barn is a peaceful, private garden framed by the rolling hills of Exmoor. With a fire pit, BBQ grill, and outdoor seating, it’s the perfect spot to unwind under the stars.
Secure cycle storage can be arranged on request.
The village of Wheddon Cross is less than a mile away (approx 0.75 mile). Here you will find a the village pub (serves meals) and the nearest shop.
The maximum capacity of the Barn is 10 guests, sorry no additional guests are allowed in tents, campervans or caravans.
Parking
Ample off-road parking is available right next to the barn.
There is no charging for electric vehicles on site. The nearest vehicle charging point is within a mile at the village pub, The Rest & Be Thankful. No extension leads to be run from the barn.
Pets Description
Sorry, no dogs.
Restricted mobility
This has not been completed by the owner.
Exit in case of emergency
There are three exits from the building.
From the ground floor, exit via the main entrance or back door and meet at the fire assembly point.
From the second floor exit via the door to the garden and meet at the fire assembly point.
Christmas / New Year
Over the festive period there will be a few decorations. Hire of the barn is available for New Year only.
The region
Wheddon Cross is a village in the parish of Cutcombe on Exmoor, based around the crossroads; the roads run from north to south between Minehead and Dulverton, and east to west between Taunton and North Devon. The village is argued to be the highest on Exmoor, standing at 980 feet above sea level, and the highest point on Exmoor, Dunkery Beacon (1704 feet above sea level) is the focal point of the village. Dunkery Beacon is about three miles from the village, there are fantastic panoramic views from Dunkery; wild moorland to the west, the Bristol Channel and Wales to the north, the rolling Brendon Hills to the east and the Quarme Valley to the south.
In recent years the village has become famous for the abundance of snowdrops in the nearby valley which has become known as 'Snowdrop Valley'. The snowdrops bloom around February and a park and ride system operates from the village to enable visitors easy access to the "carpet of snowdrops".
Wheddon Cross is surrounded by beautiful countryside; open moorland, wooded valleys and farmland. An abundance of wildlife can often be seen, including Exmoor ponies and red deer. There are a number of marked footpaths and bridleways, including the famous Coleridge Way which passes through.
Wheddon Cross is a thriving community and offers good local services for a small village. The village shop is a well-stocked mini-supermarket incorporating a Post Office counter, petrol pumps, cash point machine and has good opening hours. The Rest & Be Thankful Inn is the village pub which serves food. The village also has a first school, village hall, playing field, public conveniences, and local bus service running through.
Minehead is the nearest town, approximately 9 miles away. Here you will find the larger supermarkets and petrol stations (Tesco, Morrison's and Lidl are situated on the outskirts of the town), high street banks with cash machines, plus a range of other shops throughout the town.
