High Park Barn is situated in the heart of North Devon, offering a tranquil retreat with two private patios overlooking an ornamental garden. This detached barn conversion features a large lounge, dining room and kitchen, bathroom with walk-in shower and underfloor heating throughout.
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Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 446 sq m
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Sheldon Barn at High Park, Indoor Pool, Pets
This detached barn conversion, situated in the heart of North Devon, sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms; a super king double bed and pyramid bunk. All the rooms are on one level, with 1 small step into the kitchen. The barn features a large lounge, dining room and kitchen, bathroom with large walk-in shower and double sinks, airconditioning in the bedrooms, and underfloor heating throughout supplied from the environmentally friendly wood pellet biomass heating.
This south facing barn looks out over the ornamental garden from its two private patios (one looking over the walled garden, and one looking over the ornamental courtyard garden), and is adjacent to the large 1,500m² walled garden.
High Park Barns has a secure, purpose-built 1 acre dog exercise field located on site. Designed with safety, freedom, and fun in mind, our fully enclosed field, with 1.8m high fencing, offers dogs the perfect space to run, play, and train off-lead in a safe and private environment. The dog field is open daily in the morning and evening for staying guests at no cost. Additional time can be booked during the day.
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 barn is situated with 14 acres of private land. Within the grounds is a shared indoor swimming pool and hot-tub, and large natural lake featuring stunning vegetation and decked terrace.
The barn has access to four 7.2kW electric vehicle (EV) destination chargers.
The barn is dog friendly, and you are welcome to bring them at £25 per dog per week or part thereof.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Hot tub
Indoor pool
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transportation
Electric car charging station on site
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the sea
Things to do
Heated pool
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Bideford, this vacation home is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Devon Coast and Woolacombe Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider The Big Sheep and Clovelly Village. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing, surfing/body boarding, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Bideford travel guide
Does Sheldon Barn at High Park, Indoor Pool, Pets have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Sheldon Barn at High Park, Indoor Pool, Pets pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sheldon Barn at High Park, Indoor Pool, Pets?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sheldon Barn at High Park, Indoor Pool, Pets?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sheldon Barn at High Park, Indoor Pool, Pets located?
This family-friendly Bideford vacation home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of North Devon Coast and Clovelly Village. Atlantis Adventure Park and The Big Sheep are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Sheldon Barn at High Park, Indoor Pool, Pets Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 69 reviews
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Location
Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nicola W.
2 November 2025
A wonderful place to stay
This is the perfect place to stay to enjoy Devon, the barns are great, the addition of the pool and the acceptance of the four legged member of our family is wonderful.
Nicola W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Adam H.
3 January 2026
Great stay over NYE
Fantastic place, super spacious and perfect for a self-catering holiday. We stayed with our 2 year old and had everything we needed. The grounds were beautiful, and the pool was amazing. It’s only a 10–15 minute drive to some really lovely beaches, and there are plenty of shops nearby, which was very convenient.
Adam H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Emily S.
18 September 2025
Amazing stay!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at high park barns, the facilities are excellent and the accommodation is comfortable, spacious, and has everything you need! There are plenty of shops, restaurants, walks and beaches nearby. We’d love to return!
Emily S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Emma S.
1 October 2024
Lovely stay
Great location and accommodation. Would recommend
Emma S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kim B.
29 September 2025
Come & stay you will return!
Come & stay, you will definitely return, we have again & again. Clean, comfortable & everything you could ever want/need. 😃
Great place to bring your dogs too.
Kim B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Louise A.
11 March 2025
Accommodation
Excellent service, from start to finish, My lads have stayed here many times, and will continue too. High level of service always. Beautiful, clean accommodation, well looked after.
Louise A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
David P.
3 October 2025
Fantastic Stay
We were expecting our visit to be really good and when we arrived we were even more happy with our booking. The properties are lovely and modern still with the charm of a barn, great facilities especially being able to use the pool and hot tub 24/7.
The grounds are really nice with walled gardens which are secure and there are further grounds you can explore with a lake and dog fields.
Can't recommend this enough, will certainly be back. Great hosts who visit and welcome you on arrival and the cream tea that welcomed us as we arrived was great too.
David P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kim s.
30 May 2024
Excellent location. Clean and well maintained. Lovely gardens and lake area to walk a dog.
Lovely, well maintained collection of holiday accommodation. Spacious and beautifully clean. Very dog friendly. Not totally enclosed garden areas but still very safe. Swimming pool is wonderful.
Kim s.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kim b.
29 June 2024
A beautiful, relaxing place to stay, with facilities nearby
Our 3rd visit to High Barns, buy our 1st in Sheldon. Suits 3 adults or 2 adults & 2 kids.
Love it here, so quiet & relaxing, with feature hosts supplying all you need & a welcome cream tea too.
Will definitely be back as love the indoor pool & hot tub too.
Kim b.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lee W.
30 May 2024
Wonderful stay at Sheldon Cottage
Beautiful property in a gorgeous location. Anne-Louise is a great host, the barn was stocked with everything we could possibly have needed and the beds were so comfortable. There was lots of space for us to relax in. The pool was fabulous, it was lovely to have it to ourselves for a bit each day. We loved exploring the lake and the trampoline was a bonus! It felt very peaceful, despite every other property being occupied, and in a brilliant location for beaches / shops / activities.
Lee W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Philip C.
28 August 2023
Great location
Really lovely well appointed accommodation. Great pool and really well organised with useful instructions every where .
Especially enjoyed the local milk in the fridge !
Location is great for kids - shops are 5 minutes away - I think the. It’s time we spent in the car was 10 minutes to Appledor -Westwood Ho! Is on the door step as is the big sheep
Philip C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sinewave E.
10 November 2025
Perfect Stay as always
We wouldn't stay anywhere else in the area. Anne-Louise is fantastic !!
Sinewave E.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ade S.
28 July 2024
Another great stay
This is our second visit and it didn’t disappoint. We will definitely be back.
Ade S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lin K.
23 September 2024
Very pleased
Delightful location , well organised
Lin K.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David F.
8 March 2019
Awesome 😊
We had the best weekend, accommodation and swimming pool lovely
Lovely peaceful location, great property and communal areas. The pool is a added bonus and our daughter loved her time there. Thank you 🙏
Grant M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Holly S.
21 July 2023
What a gem
We had a fantastic 6 days at Sheldon Barn, the owners were very welcoming and hospitable. Lots of lovely touches which always seem to let down many rental properties like:
Well equipped kitchen
Very sharp knives
Welcome pack
Air conditioning in the bedrooms
Our overall impression was that the owners have an exceptional eye for detail and this drives the difference at High Park Barns, we will definitely be back.
Very nice location and amenities. Surrounding area and beaches also excellent, our favourite being Westward Ho! The dairy next door for milkshakes was always our first point before heading off for a walk along the beach. The only slight thing I would have to say was some areas of the accommodation needed a little more of a thorough clean, especially when we we collecting toddler toys from under bed TV cabinets. Outstanding though in all other respects.
Verified traveler
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Damian G.
28 December 2024
Not the best , not the worst.
Nice location , and swimming pool on site but that’s about it . For the price we paid we did expect a lot more. Anyway I am not saying it’s terrible it’s just not worth it . The owners were nice tho.
Damian G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alison H.
30 December 2022
Christmas 2022 - Sheldon Barn
This was a perfect stay for our Christmas 2022. The instructions leading up to check-in were spot on. The owners were friendly and very helpful. It is clear that as it is a family run business there is a real personal touch to their service which makes all the difference. The site itself was beautiful, well kept to a very high standard and very quiet. It is also a perfect base and we visited Westward Ho and Clovelly during our stay. Atlantic Village Outlet shopping centre is also only a 2 minute drive away, which our Daughters loved. The highlight has to be the pool and hot tub facilities which can be used 24 hours on a timetabled system so you can always have the pool to yourself with your family. Would highly recommend this for a stay.
Alison H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marie S.
31 October 2022
Absolutely lovely and relaxing
The cottage was exactly as described... Lovely welcome with milk tea and coffee, everything you would need was there .
Can't wait to book again
Marie S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Douglas J.
18 October 2022
Autumn at Sheldon Barn
A very comfortable cottage with a great pool. There are lots of lovely places to visit nearby and amazing coastal paths to explore. We had a most relaxing stay, helped by lots of sunshine and beautiful Autumn colours.
Douglas J.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Steve M.
9 October 2022
First class accommodation
The pool and jacuzzi have designated times for every barn as well as free slots for first come first served. Biomass heating ensures good heat at all times. Impressive list of barn facilities. Retail Park nearby includes Asda and various well known takeaways.
Steve M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Maddalena B.
1 October 2022
Excellent Stay
This is our second stay here and will be back. Cannot fault this place at all. Very clear instructions on how to get here and check in. Very thoughtful and helpful hosts. Welcome cream tea on arrival. Bottle of milk waiting for you from local farm. Barn spotlessly clean and sofa and beds most comfortable, has dishwasher, washing machine, ironing board and iron. Swimming pool and jacuzzi a real asset and very well looked after. I cannot recommend High Park Barns enough.
Terrific hosts.