Butterton Cottage, Combe Raleigh near Honiton | Barn Conversion Holiday in Devon

About Butterton Cottage

Butterton Cottage is a traditional stone barn conversion in Hemyock, Devon, set in the beautiful Blackdown Hills. Original features include exposed beams, thick stone walls and a cosy wood-burning stove. The barn sits in peaceful countryside with views across rolling farmland and woodland.

The setting is pure Devon. Fields stretch out in every direction. You'll hear birdsong and little else. The barn is surrounded by working farmland and ancient hedgerows.

Inside you'll find two bedrooms sleeping four guests. There's a double and a twin. One bathroom serves the property. The open-plan living space combines kitchen, dining and sitting areas under those original beams. The wood burner makes winter stays particularly special.

Honiton is 8 miles away (15 minutes) for shops and antiques. Exeter sits 20 miles north (35 minutes). The Jurassic Coast at Lyme Regis is 18 miles (30 minutes). Hemyock Castle is just 2 miles away (5 minutes).

Butterton Cottage suits couples or small families wanting proper countryside peace. Book this barn for authentic Devon rural life.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Oil central heating
✓Electric oven, microwave, fridge, small table top freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
✓Smart TV and wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Off-road parking for 2 cars
✓Garden with lawn and furniture
✓Two well-behaved dogs welcome
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Sorry: no cot or highchair at this property
✓Shop 2.3 miles, pub 4.1 miles
✓Note: check-in from 4pm and check-out by 10am
✓Note: the neighbours have right of way for access at the front of the cottage

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Butterton Cottage

Original Stone Walls

Thick stone walls and exposed beams give this barn real character and keep the cottage cool in summer and cosy in winter.

Wood-Burning Stove

The wood burner creates a warm focal point in the living space and makes autumn and winter evenings especially atmospheric.

Peaceful Rural Location

Set in working farmland with views across the Blackdown Hills, you'll enjoy complete peace and proper countryside quiet.

Open-Plan Living

The kitchen, dining and sitting areas flow together under exposed beams, making the space feel sociable and relaxed.

Blackdown Hills Setting

The barn sits in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with footpaths, wildlife and stunning Devon countryside on the doorstep.

Perfect for Couples

The intimate size and rural setting make this barn ideal for couples wanting a proper escape from everyday life.

Getting To Butterton Cottage

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Butterton Cottage by car, take the M5 to junction 27, then follow the A38 and A373 towards Honiton. From Honiton, take the B3174 to Hemyock. The cottage is accessible via country lanes with off-road parking available.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Tiverton Parkway, approximately 14 miles away. From there, a taxi will take you through the Blackdown Hills to your barn conversion.

Off-road parking available

Tiverton Parkway station (14 miles)

Accessible from M5 junction 27

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Honiton Show

Distance: 5.7 miles (10 min drive)

EX14 3AR

Mansell Raceway

Distance: 4 miles (13 min drive)

EX14 4AH

Diggerland

Distance: 13.8 miles (28 min drive)

EX15 2PE

Orange Way

Distance: 3.1 miles (6 min drive)

Mountbatten Park

Distance: 4.7 miles (8 min drive)

EX14 1AP

Dumpdon Hill

Distance: 3.4 miles (9 min drive)

EX14 4TY

Roderick Butler Antiques

Distance: 2.9 miles (5 min drive)

EX14 1PY

Spar

Distance: 3.3 miles (6 min drive)

EX14 1JW

CH Baker & Sons

Distance: 3.2 miles (6 min drive)

EX14 1PG

Honiton Station

Distance: 3.5 miles (7 min drive)

EX14 2DA

Feniton Station

Distance: 7.9 miles (16 min drive)

EX14 3EX

Exeter Airport

Distance: 16.3 miles (21 min drive)

EX5 2BD

Honiton Show

Distance: 5.7 miles (10 min drive)

EX14 3AR

Mansell Raceway

Distance: 4 miles (13 min drive)

EX14 4AH

Diggerland

Distance: 13.8 miles (28 min drive)

EX15 2PE

Orange Way

Distance: 3.1 miles (6 min drive)

Mountbatten Park

Distance: 4.7 miles (8 min drive)

EX14 1AP

Dumpdon Hill

Distance: 3.4 miles (9 min drive)

EX14 4TY

Roderick Butler Antiques

Distance: 2.9 miles (5 min drive)

EX14 1PY

Spar

Distance: 3.3 miles (6 min drive)

EX14 1JW

CH Baker & Sons

Distance: 3.2 miles (6 min drive)

EX14 1PG

Honiton Station

Distance: 3.5 miles (7 min drive)

EX14 2DA

Feniton Station

Distance: 7.9 miles (16 min drive)

EX14 3EX

Exeter Airport

Distance: 16.3 miles (21 min drive)

EX5 2BD

Is Butterton Cottage Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

The barn has a good-sized garden where children can play safely. The surrounding farmland and footpaths offer space for exploration and wildlife spotting. Inside, the open-plan layout means parents can keep an eye on younger children easily. Hemyock has a playground 2 miles away. The peaceful setting suits families wanting outdoor time away from screens and traffic.

Groups Will Love...

The exposed beams throughout Butterton Cottage are the standout feature of this barn conversion. Original timber frames cross the ceiling in the living space, showing the building's agricultural heritage. These structural beams are paired with thick stone walls that would have supported the working barn. The wood-burning stove sits beneath these beams, creating a focal point that combines old and new perfectly.

Pet Friendly

Dogs are welcome at Butterton Cottage. The rural location is perfect for pets, with footpaths leading straight from the property into the Blackdown Hills. Fields and woodland surround the barn, giving dogs plenty of space to explore. The garden provides a secure area for letting dogs out. Local walks include quiet country lanes and bridleways where you'll rarely see another soul.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Butterton Cottage

The Catherine Wheel

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: EX15 3RJ

The Drewe Arms

Located 5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: EX15 1PW

The Holt Honiton

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: EX14 1LA

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Butterton Cottage

Is Butterton Cottage pet friendly?

Yes, well-behaved dogs are welcome at this barn conversion. The rural setting and surrounding farmland provide excellent walking opportunities straight from the door.

What original barn features does Butterton Cottage have?

The cottage retains exposed wooden beams throughout and thick stone walls that are typical of Devon agricultural buildings. A wood-burning stove adds to the traditional barn character.

How many people does this barn conversion sleep?

Butterton Cottage sleeps four guests across two bedrooms. There's one double bedroom and one twin bedroom, plus a family bathroom.

What is the kitchen like at Butterton Cottage?

The kitchen is part of an open-plan living space with all essential appliances and equipment for self-catering. The layout flows into the dining and sitting areas under the original beams.

Where exactly is Butterton Cottage located?

The barn sits in Hemyock, a village in the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Devon. It's surrounded by working farmland with views across fields and woodland.

What can you do near Butterton Cottage?

Hemyock Castle is 2 miles away, Honiton's antiques quarter is 8 miles and the Jurassic Coast at Lyme Regis is 18 miles. Exeter city centre is 20 miles north for shopping and restaurants.

Is there parking at this barn conversion?

Yes, off-road parking is provided at the property. The barn is easily accessible by car via country lanes from the main road network.

What makes staying in this barn conversion special?

You're staying in a genuine agricultural building that's been converted with care to retain its character. The peaceful rural location and original features create an authentic countryside experience.