The Artist Barn

Bideford, Devon
Self-catering
+44 (0)7723 007644
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From
£120 - £145
per night
From
£840 - £950
per week

Recharge and reconnect with your creative side in one of Ania's workshops; secret coves, wild swimming and coastal walks are all close

Bed

3 beds

Bedroom

2 bedrooms

Sleeps

Sleeps 4

Children welcome
Babies welcome

£120 - £145 per night

£840 - £950 per week

The Experience

Ania and Henry want to foster creativity here. You have your own peaceful corner of their small farm as a restful retreat and the interiors are stunning: carefully collected mid-century furniture, soft colours, a thoughtful library and a Danish wood-burner. You’ll also find picnic baskets, blankets and games, and if you fall in love with a piece of art you can buy it and take it home.

Even if the weather turns nasty you’ll be very happy indoors surrounded by so many lovely things – all inspired by the landscape surrounding you and all there to make you feel at ease.

You’re free to wander the Circle Garden, filled with plants guided by Piet Oudolf books. Walks are plentiful along narrow lanes with the village of Buckland Brewer in the distance.

The Artist Barn - Gallery

We think you'll love

  • Being in such a wonderful space for reconnection and reflection
  • Getting creative in Ania's workshops
  • Sitting around the warming firepit watching the bright night skies
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You should know

  • The approach to the farm is via narrow country lanes
  • You'll need a car to reach shops for provisions, but deliveries can be arranged
  • Breakfast and barbecue hampers of local produce can be ordered ahead

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Pricing

Nightly price
from £120
Weekly price
from £840
1 Barn for 4
From £1203 beds2 bedrooms

Information

Booking information

Check in
4pm
Check out
10am
Other details
Minimum stay: 2 nights. The second bedroom can be set up as a twin, single or a study.
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Owner has pets
Animals living on the property

Reviews

Everything about Praktyka is perfect. The Barn we stayed in is very comfortable for a family, two beautifully designed bedrooms and an open plan dinning and living room was just a dreamy place to spend a windy and rainy day in. We didn't mind the changing weather as the space is so comfortable and very relaxing, our daughter loved the hanging chair :). Ania and Henry are very kind and accommodating, always happy to help. Ania is an amazing jeweler and does jewellery workshops, which was just the perfect addition to our very relaxing time in Praktyka. I highly recommend this hidden gem.

Ola, London

What a beautiful and relaxing place! Such lovely location. Both the interior and the garden were delightful even in the winter, a place to visit at all times of year. We had cosy nights in by the fire, reading and unwinding. The hosts were very friendly and helpful with local advice but were also discrete, which make us feel relaxed and at home. The beds were very comfortable and there were no stairs inside the barn, only a step at entry so I'd feel very happy bringing older people here too. A delightful break away in the most beautiful place. A true haven, we will be back!

Tamsin, London

This is a really special place. I spent a few days staying at Praktyka and came away feeling incredible - rested, calm, inspired. All the spaces are designed with care and love, and Henry and Ania's attention to detail lends the whole place a feeling of quiet beauty. The barn is stunning, and provides the perfect retreat for a family.

Camilla, Brighton

Absolutely loved my stay at this hidden Eden in the north of Devon. It was idyllic to be woken with bird song in luxury surrounded by trees and greenery. I finally found the inspiration to finish my book! Henry and Ania (and Ziggy) were the perfect hosts - thoughtful, kind and helpful. I couldn’t recommend it highly enough. My only regret is that I wish I’d stayed longer!

Alex, Upper Hartfield

I'd enjoy a summer stay: the garden in full swing, sunset barbecues, sleeping with windows wide open. Or a winter retreat centred on several good books and the wood-burning stove...

Annie, Sawday's Inspector

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Location

The neighbourhood

Gently rolling Devon countryside surrounds Thorne Farm. The village of Buckland Brewer, with its charming 13th-century pub (book ahead) and community shop, is a 15-minute walk. Eat almond croissants from Bideford Burton Art Gallery, veggie burgers from The Farmers Arms, swim at Hartland Point (high tide) and Bucks Mill (low tide.)

Local points of interest from

  • Catch a glimpse of the barn owl swooping through the trees at dusk.
  • An ancient beech tree sits next to the barn, providing the perfect shady umbrella to relax in the hammock chair under its branches.
  • We love exploring the secret beaches along the NW Devon coastline, all connected by the SW coastal path. Including Peppercoombe, Bucks Mills, Clovelly & Hartland. Most of the stretch is managed by the National Trust and Woodland Trust and is truly magical.
  • if you want to treat yourself to a special meal, try the roast at 'The Farmers Arms' in Woolsery. They have a set menu and it is probably the finest roast in the world. There is also a quality fish and chip shop next door for takeaways after the beach.
  • You are a 15 mins drive away from the vast sandy beach of Westward Ho. Perfect for swimming, sandcastle building and surf lesssons. Explore the new visitor centre and Pebble ridge cafe for refreshments.
  • We run a programme of workshops here at Praktyka, led by co-founder Ania, these include jewellery making using the ancient technique of 'lost wax casting' & 'sandcasting.' She also runs nature based cyanotype and lumen printing workshops.