The Cosy Cowshed

The Cosy Cowshed is a luxury cabin retreat in North Devon which sleeps up to two adults and two children with the option to bring up to two dog guests.

Set in twenty acres of Devonshire countryside in the UNESCO North Devon Biosphere Reserve, it offers a unique place to stay for couples, families, dog lovers and for every special occasion. The converted handcrafted cowshed is perfectly positioned to both enjoy the quieter Devon countryside as well as the North Devon coastline and beaches.

Sleepy Owl Retreats also have two fabulous treehouse retreats and have been voted the Best Boutique stay in the UK and The Best Self Catering Accommodation in England on several occasions and what deserved awards these are for such beautiful and sustainable retreats.

Inside the Cosy Cowshed

This is a gorgeous boutique-style converted cowshed which is both cosy and stylish, perfect for both a romantic getaway and also for family fun weekend away.

The cabin is designed with a roomy feel with a master bedroom with super king size bed and giant pull down cinema screen with an oversize sofa in front of the wood burner. There’s a separate twin bedroom with magical canopies for the children to sleep beneath.

The Cosy Cowshed has a Victorian-inspired bathroom with an over-the-bath rainfall shower. Look forward to luxurious towels, robes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

The open plan living room and kitchen, with a fully equipped kitchen area with a Nespresso machine, opens up to a huge terrace with covered veranda, perfect for all weathers. The cabin is heated throughout with Victorian radiators, keeping the cabin cosy all year round.

Outside The Cosy Cowshed

Cook and make the most of al fresco dining with the wood fired pizza oven and private dining terrace.

Relax in the wood fired hot tub or chill with a morning coffee in the two hammocks in the cabin garden.

Dog Friendly

Up to two dogs are welcomed at the cabin and there is an enclosed garden. The owners love dogs and they have made an amazing dog friendly set up at Sleepy Owl. They’ve thought of everything from water bowls, treats, toys, blankets, bed, emergency poo bags and first aid kit, dog shampoo and even light-up dog collars for the final loo trip at night.

There is a dedicated dog spa with a bath with hot and cold water for washing dirty dogs after they’ve had a lot of fun in the nearby streams and woods or after a sandy trip to the local dog friendly beaches.

Additional Services

For those seeking further pampering a private chef and masseuse can also be booked too.

The Area

Walking distance from Sleepy Owl Devon

All guests have access to enjoy 20 acres of paths through woodland, wildflower meadows and beside the river. It takes approximately 10 minutes to walk into Hartland village which has some lovely local pubs, a coffee shop, a pottery and other independent shops. Pattard Restaurant is 5 minutes walk away.

Further Afield

There are numerous attractions on your doorstep that include North Devon Wake Park, Milky Way Adventure Park, The Big Sheep, Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park and Skern Lodge to name but a few of them.

Then there are the beaches. Hartland Quay is Sleepy Owl’s local small pebble and rock beach just 3 miles away. Sandymouth beach, Instow, Westward Ho! and Sumerleaze beach are all within 15miles radius and all within a 30 minute drive away.

Sustainability

Sleepy Owl have been recognised with Gold awards for Ethical, Responsible, and Sustainable Tourism in both Devon and the South West. They also have Green Tourism Gold status and Landowner of the Year Award from The Bumblebee Conservation Trust.

They are also Biosphere Business Partners, committed to showcasing their long-term commitments to ecology and biodiversity and to raising awareness of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and its aims.

Location

The retreats are located on the border of Devon and Cornwall on the north Devon coast. The retreats are to the north of Hartland about 3 miles from the A39.

You ideally need a car to get around here and the owners provide one EV car charging point, with your own car parking space.

Great for:

• Couples
• Families
• Dog friendly stays
• Special celebrations and Anniversaries
• Nature lovers
• Hiking and biking
• Stargazing
• Visiting Devon