About Our Cottages
Our cottages are set in 10 acres of rolling pasture land, in the heart of the peaceful valley of the river Yeo, with far reaching views of Exmoor. Tastefully converted from old farm buildings retaining many character features including exposed beams and latched doors, our eight stone cottages are arranged in an attractive courtyard setting and sleep between 2 and 10 people plus cots. Alternatively, they may all be booked out together to accommodate up to 45 plus 10 cots
About Us
Our multi award winning business (Gold winners: Best Self-catering business by Visit England) offers something for all the family. Perfect for family celebrations, grown-ups can benefit from holistic therapy treatments, babysitting services, all baby equipment provided, meals to pre-order (cooked by a local chef) and private hot tubs to sink into whilst the older children can enjoy the indoor Games Room facilities, holiday clubs and the chance to help work on the farm caring for the animals.
For Little Ones
For our little ones, there are farm trails (all linked to the national Curriculum) an indoor play barn, large toddler friendly play areas to safely explore, forest school (in the school holidays) and lots and lots of animal fun!
As an accredited Autism friendly business, we understand the challenges that can be faced when going on holiday. Social stories, quiet zones, daily holiday planners, sensory toys, communication cards will all be available to those who might benefit.
Seasonals Events
The farm is open all year and runs seasonal activities too such as Easter Egg Hunts, bottle feeding our Spring lambs, chick handling sessions, children’s seasonal workshops, Halloween fun, Bonfire weekends and of course our very popular Christmas and New Year breaks with visits from farmer Christmas!
Making Memories
Throughout the whole year there are opportunities to make extra special memories. Fancy grooming a goat? Taking the lambs out for walks on their leads? Stroking a chicken? Cuddling a rabbit or guinea pig?… and not forgetting a ride on a donkey or helping to muck out!
Exploring North Devon From The Farm
North Hayne is a perfect base to explore all that North Devon has to offer. Our local market town of South Molton offers an award winning twice weekly market full of fresh produce and a wonderful selection of artisan shops, as well as a supermarket, swimming pool and the fabulous Quince Honey farm attraction. The main North Devon town of Barnstaple is just 15 miles away and nearest beaches approx. 35/40 mins drive where as many as 22 beaches can be found with opportunities for surfing and sandcastle building! Exmoor National park is just 5 miles away where amazing walks, night skies (we are an accredited Dark Skies business) and abundant wildlife can be discovered and the farm is within easy reach of all North Devon’s main attractions and places to enjoy great days out if you can bear to leave the farm!
What To Expect
All cottages are provided with inclusive heating and electricity and have:
- A private hot tub for each cottage
- Fully equipped fitted kitchens with electric oven, separate hob, microwave, dishwasher and fridge freezers for all cottages (separate freezer for some cottages)
- Well equipped bathrooms and electric showers
- Flat screen digital Freeview TV, dvd player and Bluetooth wireless speaker
- Smoke alarm, iron and ironing board, vacuum and cleaning utensils
- Night storage and convector heaters for year-round warmth (except Jeremy Fisher - Biomass wood pellet boiler)
- All linen (except cot) and towels are provided for the duration of your stay; cot linen can be provided at a small extra charge
- For children’s safety each cottage has stairgates, travel cots and highchairs. Step up stools, booster seat and bed guards are also available. Wooden cots are available by request
- Baby listening monitors available by request
- Free wireless access
- Some of the cottages have their own washing machine and there is also a fully inclusive laundry room on site containing washing machines and tumble dryers
- Fully qualified babysitting service is also available
- Please note all of our cottages are non-smoking
- Outside, each cottage has its own patio area with BBQ and garden furniture
Arrival and Departure Information
Your cottage will be ready from 4pm on your day of arrival. If you need to arrive earlier, please contact us to discuss. Please use our directions from our website (these will also be sent to you by email) and drive down to our courtyard (past our car park) where you will be met and able to unload close to your cottage. Please speak to us if you have accessibility requirements.
Departure is 10am (after the animal feeding). You will find departure details in your cottage information folder.
What to expect on arrival.
For your arrival we provide:
- A welcome pack of fresh flowers and Devonshire cream tea (an alternative to fresh flowers is available, please see booking form)
- All beds will be made up (cot linen available to hire)
- All towels and bath mats; beach towels are available to hire if required
- Cots, stairgates and highchairs
- Bed guards, step-up stools and booster seats if required
- Toilet roll (in each bathroom) and cleaning products
- Kitchen starter pack containing:
- Tea towel/s
- Bin liners
- New J-Cloth, sponge and scourer
- Dishwasher tablets
- Washing up liquid and kitchen cleaning products
- Groceries/Celebration items waiting for you in your cottage (if you've used our pre-ordering grocery service)
- Lights and heating turned on for your arrival (in winter)
A perfect way to start your holiday!
Additional Information
- Check In Time: 16:00
- Check Out Time: 10:00