Title: The Hay Barn near Brendon Hills Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Hay Barn near Brendon Hills Cottage in Taunton with fireplace ![Microwave, oven](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95770000/95766600/95766580/d780a050.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95770000/95766600/95766580/ae838235.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95770000/95766600/95766580/9b330eec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95770000/95766600/95766580/f7906a37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95770000/95766600/95766580/681a0978.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Hay Barn near Brendon Hills provides a garden and more. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 14 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Hay Barn near Brendon Hills Property Summary The Hay Barn is a bunkhouse for up to 14 guests, located on a working hill farm on the Brendon Hills on the edge of Exmoor. The property is rural and remote, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts! Use as a base for your outdoor adventures. You will need to bring your own bedding. (Duvet & Pillows) No pet Main Description The Hay Barn is a converted barn offering open-plan living and sleeping area all on one level. The accommodation comprises basic kitchen facilities at one end of the Barn, some comfortable seating by the wood-burner as well as dining table and chairs. The beds are all bunk beds. There are two separate shower rooms, each with shower, hand basin and toilet. Sleeps up to 14 guests in bunk beds Two shower rooms Hot and cold water Heating included plus a log-burner Bring your own bedding (suggest sleeping bags) Accessed via a private farm drive, which is steep in places and can be bumpy (1/2 mile long) Ideal location to use us as a base for your outdoor adventures Rural and remote, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts There may be farm animals in the immediate vicinity also Very limited mobile phone signal and no wifi Sorry, no dogs Arrive from 4 pm Depart by 10 am Indoor Description The accommodation is open-plan, at one of The Hay Barn is the kitchen area, which includes and electric oven and hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, plus cookware, crockery, cutlery and glasses. Basic supplies such as salt, pepper, oil, tea towels and washing up liquid are provided. There's a table and with 6 chairs, plus benches and some comfortable chairs for sitting by the wood-burner. Through to the bunk beds are at the far end, there are 14 individual beds. Bottom sheets and mattresses are provided on the beds, please bring your own bedding - sleeping bag and pillows are recommended, but of course you could being your duvet is you prefer! Please bring your own towels. At the far end of the building are two separate wet room/shower rooms, each with shower, hand basin and toilet. There's no wifi and limited mobile phone signal available due to the rural location of the property. Outdoor Description Guests will have access to all areas around The Hay Barn, there's picnic table and fire pit, and outside table and chairs. There's another bunkhouse nearby on the farm, which offers accommodation for another 4 guests. There's plenty of parking space. The property is approached via the farm drive, which is approx 1/2 mile from the main road. The drive is unmade (not tarmacced) and can be bumpy, it is steep in places. There are various footpaths to follow nearby, you are in open countryside. The boundary of Exmoor National Park is only a short drive away. Nearby Wimbleball Lake is with a 10 minute drive and offers water-sports and sailing. Three local country pubs also within a 10 minute drive for meals out if you prefer. Parking Ample parking available on the drive near the property. Pets Description This has not been completed by the owner. Restricted mobility This has not been completed by the owner. Exit in case of emergency This has not been completed by the owner. Christmas / New Year This has not been completed by the owner. The region The Brendon Hills are a range of hills in West Somerset. The beauty of the hills are definitely worth exploring, but there is also Exmoor National Park on the doorstep and the Quantock Hills (AONB) within a short drive also. Wimbleball Lake is nearby and has a variety of walking and cycle trails plus a range of water-sports on offer, such as canoeing, windsurfing and SUP/paddle boarding, and sailing. Clatworthy Reservoir is another nearby lake but smaller and quieter than Wimbleball - there are seven water inlets but generally,the south bank is considered to be the best area for fishing. The ancient harbour town of Watchet is a small picturesque town nestled on the West Somerset coastline. It has an active Marina, Steam train station, Old Port, museums, shops, restaurants, pubs and takeaways! Wheddon Cross is argued to be the highest crossroads on Exmoor, standing at 980 feet above sea level, and the highest point on Exmoor, Dunkery Beacon (1704 feet above sea level) is the focal point of the village. Dunkery Beacon is about three miles further on from the village, there are fantastic panoramic views from Dunkery; wild moorland to the west, the Bristol Channel and Wales to the north, the rolling Brendon Hills to the east and the Quarme Valley to the south. In recent years Wheddon Cross has become famous for the abundance of snowdrops in the nearby valley which has become known as 'Snowdrop Valley'. The snowdrops bloom around February and a park and ride system operates from the village to enable visitors easy access to the "carpet of snowdrops". Wheddon Cross has a mini-supermarket with long opening hours, a petrol station and a village pub too. In the opposite direction is the small town of Wiveliscombe. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![TV, video games, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68930000/68923200/68923107/1ea7dcad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 7 bedroom annexe to former farmhouse, family & pet friendly, with basement pub East Anstey - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=68923107&PinnedHotelID=68923107&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27120200/27120178/72ce67ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family & pet friendly wheelchair accessible bungalow, edge Exmoor, sleeps 6 - 14 East Anstey - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=27120178&PinnedHotelID=27120178&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15790000/15782100/15782039/b5fd29bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Green Dragon Wellington - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Bar 9.0 Wonderful 216 reviews £79 includes taxes & fees 12 Oct - 13 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=15782039&PinnedHotelID=15782039&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92480000/92471900/92471875/f0e4b529.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded glamping pod on the edge of Exmoor Tiverton - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Barbecue grill 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=92471875&PinnedHotelID=92471875&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109380000/109370300/109370269/23d9c1c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 3750 ## About the area Taunton is home to this cottage. Bakelite Museum and The Radio Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Tropiquaria Zoo and The Chocolate House. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Darby Way or Ian Moorcroft Stadium. [Visit our Taunton travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taunton.dx5708) [View more Cottages in Taunton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taunton-Cottages.d5708-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.06959%2C-3.39952&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UbmwBXz6Gx_4g2bOjOTC4J0cATU=) Huish Champflower, Somerset ### What's nearby - Exmoor National Park - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles - Wimbleball Lake Activities Centre - 15 min drive - 5.1 miles - Combe Sydenham Hall - 16 min drive - 10.7 miles - Nettlecombe Court - 22 min drive - 8.2 miles - County Cricket Ground - 33 min drive - 22.1 miles ### Getting around - Taunton Station - 28 min drive - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 159 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Bear Inn - ‬17 min drive - ‪Taste of India - ‬17 min drive - ‪The Rock Inn - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Valiant Soldier - ‬18 min drive - ‪Royal Oak - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Hay Barn near Brendon Hills pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### What time is check-in at The Hay Barn near Brendon Hills? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Hay Barn near Brendon Hills? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Hay Barn near Brendon Hills located? > Situated in Taunton, this cottage is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Exmoor National Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Wimbleball Lake Activities Centre and Tarr Steps. Tropiquaria Zoo and Church of St. Stephen and All Angels are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Hay Barn near Brendon Hills Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Florentina A. 17 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place and Ali is an awesome host! :) These is the best trip we’ve ever had. The place has the ambiance of home away from home, very welcoming host and accommodating host - Ali is a STAR! The area is not ideal for people who’s looking to work while on vacay, it’s meant for people who’s looking to have fun without any interruptions… Highly recommended for adventurous travelers! :) ##### Florentina A. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023