The Cart Linhay

Built from a traditional cart linhay—a single-storey stone structure once used to shelter farm equipment—this converted barn sits next to the owner's home in Meshaw, a hamlet on the edge of North Devon's countryside. What you get is a compact, ground-floor space: one double bedroom with an ensuite shower, an open-plan living and dining area, and a kitchen equipped for proper cooking. Wi-Fi, heating, bed linen and towels are all included.

The garden is fully enclosed and lawned, with a patio, furniture and a wood-fired hot tub where you can soak while looking out over the surrounding fields. There's parking for two cars on site, and if you're travelling with a dog, it can roam freely outside. The property doesn't permit smoking.

From the doorstep, footpaths lead into the countryside; South Molton's market town amenities are within reach. The North Devon and Exmoor coastline is accessible for beach time or walks along the South West Coastal Path, while inland you'll find the gorge at Watersmeet, the cliff railway at Lynton, and a handful of National Trust sites. It's a two-person retreat that works well for a couple looking for a quieter base—whether for a weekend or longer.