Appledore Barn is the largest of three cottages at East Trayne Holiday Cottages. It is situated in an 11 acre small holding with exceptional views over Exmoor and the surrounding countryside and is ideally located for both Exmoor and the award winning beaches of the North Devon coast.
Appledore Barn blends contemporary style with the retention of original features. These include exposed stone walls and feature barn doors with their beautiful curved RSJs which form part of each of the bedrooms and bathrooms. The unusual RSJs were originally constructed at Appledore Shipyard, which gives the cottage its name.
Appledore Barn accommodates up to 6 people, encompassing a Kingsize bedroom with ensuite shower room, a second bedroom with twin beds and ensuite bathroom, plus a sofa-bed in the living area. Both bedrooms have flat screen TVs, hand-painted furniture and comfortable mattresses.
The beautiful light and airy open-plan living area is on the upper floor of the cottage and affords views over our fields and towards Exmoor. The fully-fitted kitchen provides you with all modern facilities including dishwasher, induction hob, split-level cooker, full-sized fridge freezer and microwave and leads on to a dining area with traditional farmhouse table.
Relax in the comfortable seating area in front of the cosy log burner in the sofa, chair and snuggle seat. There is a flat screen Smart HD TV with Freeview, Blueray DVD player, selection of DVDs and Bluetooth speaker as well as a variety of books, cookbooks, board games. leaflets for local attractions and local newspapers and magazines that might be of interest.
The colour schemes have been designed to blend the earthy colours of the countryside with the calm blues of the ocean so that it creates a peaceful haven and escape from the world.
Externally you have your own private patio area with gas BBQ, seating area and plenty of space to enjoy morning coffee or a glass of wine as you take in the views to the countryside beyond.
All of the cottages enjoy fantastic facilities, over and above the stunning location, buildings and views.
- Fully appointed kitchen with induction hob, split level oven, dishwasher
and large fridge freezer and a wide range of crockery, glassware and
utensils
- Centrally heated throughout
- Utility Room with washing machine
- Washing line and clothes dryer
- Bootwash
- Secure cycle store
- Log Burner with free logs
- Smart HDTV, Freeview and Blueray DVD player
- Bluetooth Audio Speaker
- Flat screen TV in each bedroom
- En-suite facilities in each bedroom
- Free WiFi
- Free car parking
- Patio furniture and Gas BBQ
- Towels and tea towels
- Hairdryer
- Complementary welcome pack of homemade and local produce
- Coffee, tea, oil and spices
- Complementary toiletries
- Travel cot, stairgate and high chair on request
- Portable BBQ and beach items to borrow
- Umbrellas
- Range of DVDs, books and board games
- Local attraction information
- Local magazines and newspapers
Every guest party receives a complimentary welcome hamper of breakfast items and local provisions to get your holiday started including bacon, pork or vegetarian sausages, our own eggs, mushrooms, tomatoes, home made bread, preserves, juice, fruit, coffee, tea, milk. some liquid refreshment and a homemade cake.
We can also offer a range of other food delights, on request, to make your stay with us easy and extra special. We are happy to provide you with:
- Tasty two-course homemade evening meal ready in your fridge on arrival
with a variety of alternative options including chicken and leek,
fish or cheese and potato pie, vegetarian or beef chilli, beef or vegetarian
lasagne, chicken or vegetarian curry, vegetarian or pork sausage
casserole, fruit crumble, sticky toffee pudding, summer fruit jelly and
lemon posset or Southwest cheeseboard. Each meal is provided with all
the trimmings and is made with love and care in the farmhouse.
- Additional items to add to your locally-sourced welcome pack such as
local fruit and vegetables, cheese, breads and cakes
- BBQ treats on arrival or during your stay including burgers, sausages,
chicken and kebabs, variety of salads, bread rolls, homemade pickles and
choice of dessert.
- Evening meal to come back to on any night of your stay
- Picnic hampers and BBQ fare to take out with you on your days out
- Catering for special occasions such as birthdays or anniversaries. If you
want anything prepared for arrival or during your stay, you only need to let
us know.
- Meet and unpack your supermarket order
We are here to take the stress out of catering for your holiday to make it as relaxing a time as possible for you.
Currently we have a growing flock of sheep and Spring gives you the opportunity to join us in lambing, bottle-feeding lambs and shearing.
Join us at feeding time for our micro pigs, Pinky and Perky.
