Sleeps 9 | 5 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms | Acre of gardens | Ground-floor bedroom | 1 dog | Beach nearby

Overview of Apple Barn

Apple Barn is a substantial five-bedroom barn conversion sleeping nine in Kingston, a peaceful South Devon hamlet surrounded by rolling countryside and close to the coast. With around an acre of enclosed gardens, generous indoor living space and the South West Coast Path and Bigbury-on-Sea nearby, it is particularly well suited to extended families and groups who want plenty of room both inside and out. See all of our large family holiday cottages near Bigbury-on-Sea here.

The farmhouse-style kitchen is one of the main gathering places, with an Aga, conventional oven and large dining table seating all nine guests. A separate sitting room provides another substantial communal space, with generous sofas, a wood-burning stove and French doors opening towards the patio and garden.

Five bedrooms give the house an unusually flexible layout for a group of nine. A ground-floor twin sits beside a bathroom, while upstairs are two king-size rooms, a bunk bedroom and a single. The principal bedroom also has an en-suite shower room and adjoining cot room.

The gardens are a significant part of the appeal. Mature shrubs and trees surround sloping lawns on two sides of the house, while the paved patio provides somewhere for outdoor meals and drinks.

Kingston itself has a traditional village pub within a short walk, while Wonwell Beach is approximately a mile away. Bigbury-on-Sea, Burgh Island and Bantham bring broad sandy beaches and watersports within easy reach, while nearby coast-path routes provide some of the South Hams' finest walking.

Apple Barn at a Glance

Who is Apple Barn Best For?

Apple Barn is particularly well suited to a multi-generational family because the ground floor includes a twin bedroom and adjacent bathroom as well as the kitchen and main living accommodation. Level access and an access statement are available, making it worth considering for guests with mobility requirements who have checked that the detailed arrangements suit their needs.

Two families can also divide the bedrooms easily. The two king-size rooms provide comfortable accommodation for parents, while the bunk room, twin and single give five separate sleeping spaces for children, teenagers or other family members.

The acre of gardens adds another major advantage for groups with children or a dog. There is considerably more outdoor room than at many coastal cottages, so days at home can be just as enjoyable as days exploring.

Walkers should also appreciate being able to reach countryside and coast-path routes from Kingston rather than driving to every walk.

Why is Apple Barn a Great Large Holiday Home?

• Sleeps nine across five proper bedrooms
• Ground-floor twin bedroom and adjacent bathroom
• Principal bedroom has a private en-suite shower room
• Around an acre of enclosed gardens
• Large farmhouse kitchen with Aga and dining for nine
• Separate sitting room with wood-burning stove
• Wonwell Beach is approximately one mile away
• Kingston pub and South West Coast Path routes are close at hand

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people does Apple Barn sleep?

Apple Barn sleeps up to nine guests across five bedrooms.

How many bedrooms does Apple Barn have?

There are five bedrooms: two king-size bedrooms, a ground-floor twin, a bunk bedroom and a single bedroom.

Is there a bedroom on the ground floor?

Yes. The ground floor has a twin bedroom with two full-size single beds and an adjacent bathroom.

How many bathrooms are there?

There are three bathrooms: a ground-floor bathroom, an en-suite shower room serving the principal bedroom and a first-floor family bathroom.

Are dogs welcome at Apple Barn?

Yes. One small to medium-sized dog is welcome and should remain downstairs. An additional pet charge applies.

Is there parking at Apple Barn?

Yes. A private driveway leads to a parking area with space for three cars.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms at Apple Barn

Apple Barn sleeps nine across five bedrooms, with one twin room on the ground floor and four bedrooms upstairs. The arrangement provides two king-size rooms together with twin, bunk and single accommodation, making it particularly practical for families with children.

Three bathrooms are distributed across the two floors, including one beside the ground-floor bedroom.

Group Accommodation Layout

The ground-floor bedroom has two full-size 3ft single beds and sits beside a bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

The principal bedroom upstairs has a 5ft king-size wrought-iron bed and large windows overlooking the garden. An adjoining cot room provides wardrobe storage, while the private en-suite has a large shower enclosure, basin and WC.

The bunk bedroom has full-size 3ft bunks, giving two proper single sleeping spaces.

The single bedroom has a 3ft iron bedstead.

The final bedroom has another 5ft king-size bed, fitted storage and its own hand basin.

How does the layout work for a group of 9?

For two families, the two king-size bedrooms can accommodate parents while the twin, bunk and single provide five separate sleeping spaces for children and teenagers.

A multi-generational group may prefer to allocate the downstairs twin to grandparents, older family members or guests who value staying on the same floor as the main living areas and bathroom.

The nine-person capacity is achieved entirely through proper bedrooms rather than sofa beds, making the sleeping arrangement straightforward for a longer family holiday.

Bathroom Layout

The ground floor has a bathroom beside the twin bedroom with a bath, electric shower over, basin and WC.

The principal first-floor bedroom has a private en-suite shower room with a large shower enclosure, basin and WC.

The remaining first-floor bedrooms use the family bathroom, which has a bath with electric shower over, basin and WC.

Facilities & Information at Apple Barn

Apple Barn has the kind of kitchen that naturally becomes a gathering point during a group holiday. The farmhouse-style room has an Aga with double oven and twin hotplates as well as a separate electric oven with ceramic hob, giving plenty of cooking capacity for nine guests.

A fridge freezer, dishwasher and microwave complete the main kitchen facilities, while the large dining table seats the full group together. A traditional pine dresser and stripped-pine flooring add to the relaxed country-house feel.

The separate sitting room is equally generous, with several sofas and chairs, television, bookshelves and a wood-burning stove. A games or occasional dining table provides another useful surface, and French doors open directly onto the patio and garden.

The utility room contains a washing machine, tumble dryer and sink, with its own door onto the courtyard.

Outside, lawns extend around two sides of the property with mature shrubs, trees, a rockery and greenhouse. The paved patio has garden furniture and provides a natural place for drinks or meals outside.

Facilities

Category	Facilities
Kitchen	Aga, electric oven, ceramic hob, fridge freezer, microwave and dishwasher
Dining	Large table seating 9
Living Room	Generous sofas and chairs, TV, bookshelves and wood burner
Laundry	Washing machine and tumble dryer
Garden	Around 1 acre of enclosed lawns, mature trees and shrubs
Outdoor Space	Paved patio and garden furniture
Parking	Private parking for 3 cars
Heating	Oil central heating
Connectivity	WiFi

Important Information

Information	Details
Preferred Changeover	Friday
Check In	3pm
Check Out	10am
Dogs	1 small to medium dog
Pet Charge	£30 per dog per week
Dog Restrictions	Dog to remain downstairs
Cot	Included
Highchair	Included
Linen & Towels	Included
Logs	Welcome basket included
Heating	Oil central heating
Parking	3 cars
Mobile Reception	Generally fair, depending on network
Accessibility	Ground-floor living, bedroom and bathroom with access statement available
EV Charging	Dedicated charging facilities not listed

Location & Things to Do Near Apple Barn

Kingston is an excellent South Hams base for a group that wants countryside on the doorstep but beaches and coastal walking close enough to become part of everyday life. The village sits within the South Devon National Landscape and is crossed by local footpaths leading towards the cliffs, Erme Estuary and South West Coast Path.

Wonwell Beach is approximately a mile from Apple Barn and makes an appealing destination on foot. It lies beside the Erme Estuary and changes dramatically with the tide, revealing broad areas of sand and opportunities for rock-pooling and exploring. The surrounding coast is comparatively undeveloped, giving walks from Kingston a very different feel from the busier resort beaches.

More ambitious walkers can follow routes towards Westcombe and along the cliff tops, where the coast rises above hidden coves and provides wide views across the Channel. A rewarding Kingston circuit of around 5.6 miles combines coast, estuary and countryside.

Bigbury-on-Sea is the obvious choice for a classic sandy beach day. Its broad sands face Burgh Island, which can be reached across the tidal causeway at low water or by the famous sea tractor when the tide covers the sand. Swimming, paddleboarding and other watersports are popular here.

Across the Avon Estuary, Bantham is another outstanding beach for surfing, bodyboarding and family days on the sand, with memorable views back towards Burgh Island.

Modbury is approximately 3.5 miles away for independent shops, cafés and everyday supplies, while the wider South Hams opens up further choices around Hope Cove, Thurlestone and Kingsbridge. This gives Apple Barn an excellent balance of quiet village life, walking and some of South Devon's best beaches.

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