Sleepy Owl

Idyllic treehouses and luxury retreats in North Devon

Described by The Times as “tailor-made for parents seeking romance”

Set in twenty acres of Devonshire countryside in the UNESCO North Devon Biosphere Reserve, Sleepy Owl offers a unique place to stay for couples, families, dog lovers and for every special occasion.

Two luxury treehouses and a converted cowshed have been hand-crafted by local designers who have created boutique interiors that complement the natural surroundings.

They are also perfectly positioned to both enjoy the quieter Devon countryside as well as the North Devon coastline and beaches.

Sleepy Owl Retreats 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. There are a handful of UK Retreats which have been built and designed passionately for both couples, families and dog lovers and Sleepy Owl Retreats are at the top of this list.

Inside the Retreats

Each retreat is fully equipped with hot tubs, outdoor baths, underfloor heating, a fully equipped kitchen, cinema projector and entertainment in the form of board games and books. On the private deck, you can cook on the open fire or create your own pizzas using the wood-fired pizza oven.

Nest Treehouse

This treehouse can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children with the option to bring up to two dog guests.

Inside Nest Treehouse

A luxury treehouse with a wonderful set up inside the treehouse that includes a couples gold roll-top double bath in the master bedroom with cinema projector above, a wood burning stove and luxury LED-lit shower room. It’s all about the sleep and the treehouse has a super king size bed with Hypnos mattress, luxury topper and savoy bedding, whilst the kids sleep in a bunk room which is built as their very own treehouse within a treehouse and colour changing lights. The bathroom has a gorgeous rustic design with marble sink, luxury walk in shower and soft LED lighting with huge luxurious towels, robes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Outside Nest Treehouse

With your very own wood-fired hot tub in the courtyard terrace, enjoy soaking under the stars in the outdoor bath and a glass of bubbly on a private terrace. Cook on the outdoor pizza oven and relax in the romantic double hammock.

Hideout Treehouse

The only treehouse in the UK with a moving bath. This treehouse can accommodate two adults and there are bunk beds for two children and Hideout Treehouse is dog friendly, welcoming up to two dogs.

Inside The Hideout Treehouse

Open wide the bifold doors to bring the outdoors in or watch a movie on a cinema projector. Other features include a movie projector with Netflix and the fabulous and unique copper moving bath, with a rainfall outdoor shower above, to enjoy both outdoor or indoor soaks.

It’s all about a good night’s sleep and the treehouse has a super king size bed with Hypnos mattress, luxury topper and savoy bedding and there is also a separate bedroom for two children or babies with bunk beds, telescope and colour changing lights.

The bathroom has a rustic design with black sink, luxury walk in shower and soft LED lighting with huge luxurious towels, robes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Outside The Hideout Treehouse

An opulent treehouse with your own private spacious woodland terrace. Enjoy a drink on your private woodland terrace or eat alfresco with the outdoor pizza oven, relax in the double hammock and star gaze from the wood fired hot tub on the terrace.

Cosy Cowshed

There is a third retreat which is a converted cowshed and this cabin can accommodate 2 adults and there are beds for two children and space for two dogs as well. Have a look here for a full write up on the Cosy Cowshed Cabin.

Dog Friendly at Sleepy Owl Devon

Up to two dogs are welcomed in each retreat. 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