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One bedroom dog friendly holiday cottage on the edge of Exmoor, North Devon, 20 minute drive from the South West Coastal Path. Walking, Cycling, Wildlife

Swallows Roost is an ideal base to explore Devon, Somerset and Exmoor. We welcome Dog owners, walkers, cyclists or couples wanting a romantic break. Enjoy a relaxing break with great scenery perfectly suited to photographers, artists or those that just wish to be away from it all. We are rural but still within easy access of North Devon attractions and some of the best dog friendly beaches. ACTIVI

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Large exercise field for dogs to run and play off lead. 2 acre Secure Dog walking field, perfect for nervous or reactive dogs. LOCAL INTEREST
A Tumulas (Medieval burial mound) is located in the field next to us and the site of an old Medieval village can be seen across the valley.

26/06/2026

“This is too nice and luxurious to be a holiday let!”
“Wow what a stunning location, I only live a few miles away, but I might book a break here”
“What a lovely view your guests get”
“It’s a bit like a Tardis, it looks so much bigger inside”

These are just some of the comments we have had from delivery drivers and trades men that have been here recently. None of these people needed to make any comments about the place, but they obviously loved what they saw so much, they couldn’t help themselves.
Tempted to see what all of the fuss is about?
Why not take a look at our website for more details but remember – the photos don’t do it justice!
www.devonbanksholidays.co.uk

24/06/2026

Not a bad view from the decking this evening as the sun goes down.
PS. If you are watching with the sound turned up, that's Charlie panting not me 🤣
Swallows Roost - Devon Banks

21/06/2026

Swallows Roost is newly built and has just opened for guests summer 2026.
Spacious one bedroom holiday cottage on the edge of Exmoor, North Devon. Sleeps up to 2 adults and up to 3 dogs go FREE.

🐾Large open-plan kitchen/diner & sitting room with pretty views over the valley and access on to a decking area.
🐾Bedroom with king sized bed and walk in wardrobe area.
🐾Large luxury bathroom with bath and separate walk in shower.
🐾Enclosed Garden with patio, 2 acre secure dog walking field on site + additional 3 acre fenced dog field for guests use.
🐾EV car charger
🐾Non slip floors throughout
🐾Dogs allowed on sofa and in Bedroom

Next available dates from Monday 13th July so why not grab yourself a summer break 3, 4 or 7 night stays available.
Visit www.devonbanksholidays.co.uk for more information or follow our page.

16/06/2026

Cup of Tea anyone?
Our new outdoor chairs with centre table for the decking area arrived today.

The perfect place to sit for a morning cup of tea or maybe an evening glass of wine while the sun sets. With lovely views over the valley towards the hills beyond, you can enjoy the tranquility of listening to the birds sing and watching the wildlife go by.

This is just one of the outdoor spaces Swallows Roost has to offer.
www.devonbanksholidays.co.uk

14/06/2026

Guess what! You don’t have to own a dog to stay here!
We know some of our previous guests to Babbling Brook sadly no longer have a dog, but you are welcome to come and stay at Swallows Roost with or without a dog.

North Devon is very dog friendly and can be taken to most places but there are a few places to visit, or activities you may not have been able to both do when you had a dog with you.
• A day trip to Lundy Island or a boat trip around the coast line to see the seals.
• A day out at Exmoor Zoo or the Combe Martin Wildlife Park
• Kayaking at Combe Martin, Quad Biking at Mullacott or Horse Riding on Exmoor.

So even if you are without a canine companion at the moment, why not give us a visit and try some of these out or just chill out, listen to the birds singing and escape from daily life for a few days.

12/06/2026

Have you seen that we are giving a 10% discount off of our 2026 prices for our first year of opening? September is nearly fully booked but we still have plenty of summer availability in July & August if you haven't yet booked a summer getaway.

We offer 3, 4 & 7 night breaks with changeover days on Mondays or Fridays. If you have any queries before placing a booking with us, please send us a message and we will do our best to help! 😁

Spacious one bedroom holiday property on the edge of Exmoor, North Devon, a great base for exploring all the area has to offer or just chill out on site from the stresses of daily life. up to 3 dogs welcome for Free!
www.devonbanksholidays.co.uk

08/06/2026

Are you a shower person or a bath person? 🤔
At Swallows Roost you have the choice of either!
Enjoy an evening soak in the bath after a long walk on the moors or if you prefer - wake yourself up in the morning with a refreshing soak under the rain shower before you head out for a stroll on the beach.
Not keen on rain showers? You also get the option of a normal shower head too. The walk in shower is a massive 1500x 900 so no feeling cramped inside the enclosure.

Having lived in a caravan for the last 2 1/2 years with only a tiny shower, that bubble bath had my name written all over it. Well it would have been a waste to just let all that water out the plug hole after the photo shoot without testing it out 😆. Yep, it was lovely and I soon looked just like that highland cattle on the wall.

Fancy trying out that bath or shower? Why not reserve your dates on our website www.devonbanksholidays.co.uk

Swallows Roost - Devon Banks

07/06/2026

Ever wondered what it might be like to have Air source heating in your home? Or has it always been your dream to do a timber framed self-build? Do you own an EV and struggle to find holiday properties that provide a charger on site?

If you answer yes to any of these questions, why not come and stay at “Swallows Roost” to experience what it feels like to stay in a property that is close to passive house standards. We are happy to chat about some of the decisions, stresses and problems we had along the way and if you visit during 2026, you may be able to have a look at our ongoing build of our own home if it is safe to do so.

Here are just some of the eco credentials Swallows Roost has to offer

- Direct air feed log burner

-An insulated bath (who knew these were even a thing?!?) to keep your bath water warmer for longer so you don’t need to top it up using more water.

-Air source heat pump and low temperature underfloor heating throughout.

-An EV charger

-Well insulated property meeting the latest building regs standards.

Swallows Roost is a one bedroom cottage on the edge of Exmoor National park, sleeping 2 adults and Dogs are very welcome.

04/06/2026

Does anyone play board games anymore?
There's nothing like a game of Othello on a rainy afternoon when your bored of the TV or surfing the net.
Any suggestions for games that are ideal for 2 players that we could add to our little collection here for guests to enjoy when the British weather is not being kind ?

Address

Apple Orchard Barn
Barnstaple
EX314TN

Telephone

01598763711 or 07960 456977

Website

https://www.devonbanksholidays.co.uk/

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