Sheldon Barn

High Park House, Bideford, EX39 5EE, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.0/10! <small>(score from <b>19</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
19 reviews
a large indoor swimming pool with a brick wall at Sheldon Barn in Bideford
a dining room with a table and chairs at Sheldon Barn in Bideford
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Sheldon Barn

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  • Entire home
  • 750 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi

Experience world-class service at Sheldon Barn

Boasting garden views, Sheldon Barn features accommodation with an indoor pool and a patio, around 6.7 km from Lundy Island. The air-conditioned accommodation is 5.6 km from Westward Ho!, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi. The holiday home has an infinity pool with a fence, as well as a hot tub and private check-in and check-out. The holiday home is located on the ground floor and has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a toaster. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. This holiday home is non-smoking and soundproof. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bideford, like hiking. A baby safety gate is also available at Sheldon Barn, while guests can also relax in the garden. Royal North Devon Golf Club is 7 km from the accommodation, while Watermouth Castle is 39 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newquay Cornwall Airport, 97 km from Sheldon Barn.

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Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
10
High score for Bideford
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  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The area was beautiful, well kept to a very standard and quiet and a fantastic base for exploring the area. The pool and hot tub facilities on site were fabulous. The owners were also very helpful and friendly.”
  • Adam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Very well thought out had all of the equipment needed. Very comfortable and friendly, felt very safe Loved the Milkiosk and the fact that there was complementary milk , Coffee tea etc to start you off . Beautiful scones and ingredients for...”
  • Terry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “It felt like home from home. The kitchen was well equipped. The scones, Jam and clotted cream was a nice touch. The bedding was of a very good standard. Clearly there has been thought put into this aspect and it makes a difference to sleep with...”

Managed by Anne-Louise and Paul White

Company review score: 9.7Based on 76 reviews from 7 properties
7 managed properties

Company information

We currently have 8 properties available at High Park Barns North Devon. Montgomery Barn - a converted Barn (sleeps 4),Sheldon - a converted Barn (sleeps 4), Hastings Barn - a converted Barn (sleeps 4), Molesworth Barn - a converted Barn (sleeps 2), Molesworth Barn - a converted Barn (sleeps 2), Moulton-Barret Barn - a modern barn (sleeps 6) and High Park House - a spacious 6,500sq.ft country house (sleeps 16). All the properties share the indoor heated swimming pool and 6 seater hot tub; except Seascape Croyde which only has a private hot tub. The pool temperature is kept 30°C thanks to our bio-mass boiler. We offer guests the opportunity to come and relax near our private 100m lake or take a stroll around the 14 acres of grounds. High Park is steeped in history, and former residents include the nephew of the famous poet Robert Browning and Elizabeth Moulton-Barrett.

Property information

This detached barn conversion, situated in the heart of North Devon, sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms; a super king double bed and pyramid bunk and air-conditioning. The barn features underfloor heating supplied from the environmentally friendly wood pellet biomass heating, spacious bathroom, and open plan lounge / dinner / kitchen. Enjoy the shared indoor heated swimming pool & 6 seater hot tub. This south facing barn looks out over the ornamental garden from its private terrace, and is adjacent to the large 1,500m² walled garden. The barns at High Park were built in the early 1900's, shortly after the main house was built in the mid 1840’s. It offers easy access to beaches, moors, coastal path walks, cycle paths, golf courses, horticultural gardens, children friendly fun parks, and many other traditional outdoor and indoor recreational activities for those seeking a truly relaxing, yet active, break away from the stresses of day-to-day life. The house is situated with 14 acres of private land with secure access via electric gates. Within the grounds is an accessible large natural lake featuring stunning vegetation, over 200 fish and a boat house.

Neighbourhood information

North Devon has plenty to offer for all age groups, and all levels of adventure. Choose from walking, cycling, golf, beaches, surfing, play parks, adventure activities, exotic gardens, historic buildings and places of outstanding beauty.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Sheldon Barn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Ironing facilities
  • Hot tub
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool cover
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Food & Drink
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
Activities
  • Beach
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Sheldon Barn takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:30

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

1 cot available upon request.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

A security deposit of GBP 200.0 is required upon arrival for incidentals. This deposit is fully refundable upon check-out and subject to a damage inspection of the accommodation.

FAQs about Sheldon Barn

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Sheldon Barn on this page.

  • Sheldon Barn has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at Sheldon Barn is from 15:30, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The prices at Sheldon Barn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Sheldon Barn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beach
    • Swimming Pool

  • Sheldon Barn is 2.1 miles from the centre of Bideford. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Sheldon Barn can accommodate the following group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, Sheldon Barn is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.