Sleepy Owl

South West England Devon Hartland

  • From £400 a night
  • 2 Treehouses, 1 Cottage
  • Cottage
  • Treehouses

Top-end treehouses and a converted cowshed in a wild valley in Devon

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Who knew a couple of treehouses and a converted cowshed could stake a claim for one of the most luxurious places to stay in Devon? Let us introduce you to the boutique retreats at Sleepy Owl. These high-end hideaways in the North Devon countryside have been built with seemingly wild abandon. There’s a gold roll-top bath in one of the treehouses and a copper one in the other that can be moved from inside to out, depending on weather or mood. They have underfloor heating, en-suite bathrooms, towels, slippers and robes.

There’ll be a bottle of fizz on the chill when you get here and your private woodfired hot tub can be pre-warmed for you as well. In fact, pretty much whatever you want can be arranged – a private chef, a massage, a popcorn machine so you can make the most of the big screen and projector. Did we mention those are here too? This place was definitely designed with luxury in mind, but it has all the practicalities too. Each of the treehouses and the cowshed are – underneath all the fun stuff – luxury self-catering places to stay.

All three options sleep up to four people (two adults and two kids), so while they're perfect for romantic retreats, they're fun places for families to stay too – plus, they're all dog-friendly. The treehouses both have separate bunk bedrooms, the cowshed has a twin; the master in the Nest Treehouse is the one with the gold bath and a sumptuous four-poster bed. It’s in Hideout that you’ll find the moveable copper bath; the only one of its kind in the UK. Each accommodation has been individually and thoughtfully designed to connect well with the outdoors. There’s outdoor seating, a barbecue, pizza oven and a hammock, as well as a hot tub.

Sleepy Owl’s accommodation is set among 20 acres of woodland and wildflower meadows, so there's plenty to explore during your stay. Despite being blissfully bucolic and secluded, there's a fine dining farmhouse restaurant a five-minute walk away, and the village of Hartland is walkable too. For a truly romantic retreat, it’s all you need, but, of course, this is Devon – and you're close to the Cornish border too – so beaches are an ever-present temptation. Pebbly Hartland Quay is just three miles away, while Sandymouth, Westward Ho! and Summerleaze beaches are all within half an hour’s drive.

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Facilities

Each retreat welcomes up to 2 adults, 2 children and 2 dogs. With private wood fired hot tubs, outdoor terraces, wood fired pizzas, indoor and outdoor bathing, cinema projectors there is plenty to do whatever the weather. With 20 acres of private meadows, river, young woods you don't need to leave the site. There is a number of pubs and restaurant within a walking distance and Hartland Peninsula with its dramtic coastline is 10min drive. We also have EV charging on site. 

Suitable For

We are dog loving site and welcome up to two doggies per accomodation. Our luxury retreats are perfect for romantic escapes, birthday and anniversaries celebrations or for one of a kind family stations.

Nearby

North Devon coast with dramatic lanscape, sandy beaches and beautiful coastline

Food & Drink

Pubs and restaurant within walking distance

Open

Open all year.

Pricing

From £800 for a two-night (minimum) stay

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The Owner Says

Sleepy Owl is a boutique collection of luxury treehouses and retreats. Slip into another world… where exquisite detail meets natural coast and countryside beauty. You will be spoilt for choice with our two luxury treehouses, and a gorgeous converted cowshed with hot tubs. Visit the winner of best self catering accomodation in the UK in 2024.

Location

Contact Website  07717 62 2 0 50  Sleepy Owl, Watermead, Hartland, Devon EX39 6BY

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Getting There

From the A39 North Devon Expressway 10 miles south of Bideford, take the turning signposted for Hartland to join the B3248. After a little more than three miles, when you reach the village of Hartland, turn right on to School Lane, and then left at the T-junction soon after to stay on it. When you see the school, turn right on to East Ball Hill. Youw ill find Sleepy Owl after a further half mile. Nearest Train station is Barnstaple

Features

  • BBQs
  • Bed Linen Provided
  • Car-Charging Points
  • Catering Available
  • Coffee/Tea Facilities
  • Electricity
  • Gardens & Grounds
  • Hot Tubs
  • Kitchenette
  • Parking
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Kitchen
  • Self-Catering Facilities
  • Smart TV
  • Terrace
  • Wifi

Looking For...

  • Dog-Friendly
  • Family Friendly
  • Great Outdoors
  • Romantic Retreat
  • Woodland

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Rated ★★★★★ over 1 reviews

★★★★★

Perfect stay in a perfect place

This was our second time back at Sleepy Owl and who knew that the first visit could be beaten. Jay and the team certainly looked after us well, even better than last time and we didn’t think that was possible. It’s become a permanent part of our annual visit to the southwest each year and the kids love it too; it is certainly my favourite place to escape to. I could write a lot about the whole area and The Hideout (Treehouse) but I would not spoil any surprises, just try it yourself, you will see why we love it. Keep up the good work and just keep doing what you are doing.
Aug 15, 2024 by Andy Butler

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