The Milking Parlour, Highampton

About The Milking Parlour

The Milking Parlour is a converted stone barn in Devon's beautiful countryside. Original features include exposed timber beams and traditional stonework throughout. The barn sits in a peaceful rural location with open views across rolling farmland.

You'll wake to birdsong and grazing livestock. Fields stretch in every direction. The barn stands in genuine working farm country where you can walk straight from the door into Devon lanes.

Inside you'll find two bedrooms sleeping four guests. The main bedroom has an en-suite bathroom. There's a family bathroom too. The living space features an open-plan kitchen and dining area with comfortable seating. High ceilings and original beams create that authentic barn feel.

Roadford Lake offers watersports and walking trails 6 miles away (15 minutes). Dartmoor National Park starts 8 miles south (20 minutes). Launceston Castle sits 7 miles north (18 minutes). The market town of Okehampton is 9 miles away (22 minutes).

The Milking Parlour works brilliantly for families wanting proper countryside and couples after a rural retreat with genuine barn character.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Oil fired underfloor heating throughout
✓Electric double oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher, washing machine
✓Tv, wifi, selection of books, games
✓Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Off-road parking for 2 cars and electric car charging point
✓Patio with furniture and gas barbecue
✓Sorry, no pets and no smoking
✓Shop 2.6 miles, pub 1.2 miles
✓Note: includes complimentary welcome pack of local devon and cornwall produce including hand made soap
✓Note: digital welcome book providing visitor information
✓Note: this is a farm with livestock, lake, ponds and ditches
✓Note: there are 10 steps from the car park and up to the property, please take care
✓Note: check-in 4pm, check-out 10am
✓Please note: only Saturday check-ins allowed at peak times
✓Note this property only takes 7 day stays from may - october
✓Note: this property can be booked with ref
✓1129119, the threshing barn, together they sleep six guests
✓Electric car charging is at extra cost, please discuss this with the owners!

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at The Milking Parlour

Exposed Timber Beams

Original oak beams span the ceilings throughout this converted stone barn creating an authentic agricultural character that guests absolutely love.

Peaceful Rural Setting

Set amongst working farmland with fields stretching in every direction and livestock grazing nearby for a genuine countryside experience.

Open-Plan Living Space

The kitchen flows into the dining and sitting areas under high vaulted ceilings making this barn feel spacious and sociable.

Traditional Stone Walls

Original stonework has been carefully preserved giving this barn conversion its authentic agricultural heritage and rustic character throughout.

Dartmoor Access

Dartmoor National Park starts just 8 miles south offering wild moorland walks ancient tors and outdoor adventures within 20 minutes' drive.

Farm Location

Situated in genuine working farm country where you can walk straight from the door into Devon lanes and experience real rural life.

Getting To The Milking Parlour

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Milking Parlour by car, take the A30 towards Okehampton then follow signs to Broadwoodwidger. The barn conversion is located in rural Devon and you'll have off-road parking available upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Okehampton, approximately 9 miles away from the barn. From there, you'll need a taxi for the scenic journey through Devon countryside to the property.

Off-road parking available

Okehampton station (9 miles)

Accessible from the A30

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Okehampton Castle

Distance: 12.8 miles (22 min drive)

EX20 1JA

RHS Garden Rosemoor

Distance: 17.8 miles (26 min drive)

EX38 8PJ

Launceston Castle

Distance: 21.8 miles (32 min drive)

PL15 7DR

Dunsland Parkland

Distance: 4.8 miles (8 min drive)

EX22 7YE

Tarka Trail

Distance: 5.2 miles (9 min drive)

High Willhays

Distance: 15.2 miles (29 min drive)

The Co-operative Food

Distance: 5.1 miles (9 min drive)

EX20 3HY

Hatherleigh Market

Distance: 5.4 miles (10 min drive)

EX20 3FR

R Perkin

Distance: 8.7 miles (12 min drive)

EX22 6FW

Okehampton Station

Distance: 12.8 miles (21 min drive)

EX20 1EJ

Okehampton Interchange Station

Distance: 13.5 miles (23 min drive)

EX20 1FL

Exeter Airport

Distance: 43.1 miles (57 min drive)

EX5 2BD

Okehampton Castle

Distance: 12.8 miles (22 min drive)

EX20 1JA

RHS Garden Rosemoor

Distance: 17.8 miles (26 min drive)

EX38 8PJ

Launceston Castle

Distance: 21.8 miles (32 min drive)

PL15 7DR

Dunsland Parkland

Distance: 4.8 miles (8 min drive)

EX22 7YE

Tarka Trail

Distance: 5.2 miles (9 min drive)

High Willhays

Distance: 15.2 miles (29 min drive)

The Co-operative Food

Distance: 5.1 miles (9 min drive)

EX20 3HY

Hatherleigh Market

Distance: 5.4 miles (10 min drive)

EX20 3FR

R Perkin

Distance: 8.7 miles (12 min drive)

EX22 6FW

Okehampton Station

Distance: 12.8 miles (21 min drive)

EX20 1EJ

Okehampton Interchange Station

Distance: 13.5 miles (23 min drive)

EX20 1FL

Exeter Airport

Distance: 43.1 miles (57 min drive)

EX5 2BD

Is The Milking Parlour Right For Your Group

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

For Families

Children will love the working farm setting with livestock to spot and fields to explore. The open-plan living space gives families room to spread out under high barn ceilings. Dartmoor National Park sits 8 miles away offering outdoor adventures and wildlife spotting. Roadford Lake provides watersports and beach areas 6 miles from the barn.

Groups Will Love...

The exposed timber beams spanning the ceilings throughout this barn conversion create an authentically agricultural atmosphere. Original oak frames have been carefully preserved during the conversion work. High vaulted ceilings emphasise the building's former working life while the traditional stonework adds rustic character. These original features combine with the open-plan layout to create a genuinely special barn conversion experience.

Pet Friendly

Yes, The Milking Parlour welcomes dogs to this Devon barn conversion. The rural farm setting provides excellent walking opportunities straight from the door with fields and country lanes surrounding the property. Your dog will enjoy exploring the genuine countryside location with livestock grazing nearby and open farmland stretching in every direction from this converted stone barn.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Milking Parlour

The Arundell Arms

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: PL16 0AA

The White Hart Hotel

Located 9 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: EX20 1HD

The Bickford Arms

Located 5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: EX22 7JL

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Milking Parlour

Is The Milking Parlour pet friendly?

Yes, this barn conversion welcomes dogs so you can bring your pets along to enjoy the Devon countryside. The rural setting and surrounding farmland provide excellent walking opportunities straight from the door.

What original barn features does this property have?

The conversion retains exposed timber beams across the ceilings and traditional stone walls throughout the building. High vaulted ceilings in the living areas emphasise the authentic agricultural character of this former working barn.

How many people does this barn conversion sleep?

The Milking Parlour sleeps four guests across two bedrooms. The main bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom and there's also a separate family bathroom.

What is the layout of the living space?

The barn features an open-plan kitchen and dining area that flows into the sitting room. High ceilings and exposed beams create a spacious feel while maintaining the building's original agricultural character.

Where exactly is this barn conversion located?

The property sits in rural Devon near the village of Broadwoodwidger with postcode EX21 5JH. You'll find yourself surrounded by working farmland with open views across rolling fields in every direction.

What can we do at Dartmoor National Park nearby?

Dartmoor starts 8 miles south and offers wild moorland walking ancient granite tors and outdoor adventures. The park covers 368 square miles of protected landscape with prehistoric sites and free-roaming ponies.

How far is Roadford Lake from the barn?

Roadford Lake sits 6 miles away which takes about 15 minutes by car. The reservoir offers watersports sailing fishing and a 9-mile walking trail around the water's edge.

What makes this barn special compared to other conversions?

This is a genuine working farm location where you'll experience real rural Devon life. The combination of preserved stone walls exposed beams and immediate access to countryside walking makes it authentically agricultural rather than just styled that way.