See all properties
Entire home

Barn Conversion, 5 miles from the coast with own parking and garden

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Barn Conversion, 5 miles from the coast with own parking and garden

Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Property grounds
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

View in a map
Collaton St Mary, Devon
  • Place, Paignton Zoo
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Goodrington Sands Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Paignton Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Paignton

Within a short walk of Paignton Zoo, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Palace Theatre. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
View more Vacation Homes in PaigntonOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Paignton Zoo - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Goodrington Sands Beach - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Paignton Beach - 8 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Paignton Pier - 8 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Dartmoor National Park - 30 min drive - 14.1 miles

Getting around

  • Paignton Station - 4 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Honeymoon Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunshine Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Apples N Pears - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Barn Conversion, 5 miles from the coast with own parking and garden

This converted detached barn nestling in a small exclusive development is less than 2 miles to the resorts of Torbay and 5 from Totnes. Located on the edge of Collaton St Mary, the property affords some lovely views over the surrounding South Hams countryside. This single story cottage has been furnished and equipped to a high standard and retains many of the original features, ensuring a real comfortable and relaxing, home from home. There is a large enclosed garden, including a lawn and patio area. The cottage is in an ideal location, providing easy access to a wide variety of towns, villages, attractions and places of interest for all ages and for all weather! These include Paignton Zoo, a waterpark, a golf course, steam passenger railway, miles of cycling and hiking trails, various country parks and craft centres and some beautiful National Heritage and National Trust properties and gardens, including Greenway (home of Agatha Christie). Some fantastic Blue Flag Beaches are within 5 miles and Dartmoor National Park is only a 30 minute drive away. The property comfortably accommodates 4 plus a baby or 5 if the party includes 3 children. The main bedroom has a king bed and the second small bedroom has a tri-bunk bed: a single bed on top and a small doubkle below.

Two allocated off road parking spaces next to the property are also available.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard.

Similar properties

Privilege, Superior Room, 1 Double Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Mercure Paignton Hotel
Paignton
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 500 reviews
$88 nightly
The price is $106
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
Mercure Paignton Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Min 5 night bookings required during peak holiday periods. Shorter breaks of min 3 nights are OK in weeks that are already partially booked.
Short breaks of min 3 nights must start or end on a Friday/Saturday during peak times unless otherwise agreed or availability allows. Please enquire.
Please make sure to check the configuration of the small bedroom before booking, to make sure it’s suitable for your needs.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (55 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: A cleaning supplement is charged per dog as agreed

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Paignton within a short 12-minute walk of Paignton Zoo. You'll also find South Devon and Splashdown Quaywest within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Barn Conversion, 5 miles from the coast with own parking and garden?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Barn Conversion, 5 miles from the coast with own parking and garden?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Barn Conversion, 5 miles from the coast with own parking and garden have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does Barn Conversion, 5 miles from the coast with own parking and garden have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.), which is 27.8 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Barn Conversion, 5 miles from the coast with own parking and garden?

Yes, every house at Barn Conversion, 5 miles from the coast with own parking and garden comes with a patio.

Barn Conversion, 5 miles from the coast with own parking and garden Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent accommodation

Really good location for all areas of Devon. Very comfortable accommodation that was clean and has everything you could need during your stay. Thank you Dawn x
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private mews location

Excellent communication with owner. A lovely welcome pack upon our arrival. Ideal secure garden for our dog. Ample linens, utensils and household sundries. Ideally located for visits to all the popular holiday spots. Lots of good public houses and restaurants within the area. This accommodation was ample for the two of us and we wanted for nothing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Perfect for a family holiday

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Collaton Mews and found the cottage to be clean and very well equipped. It was quiet, comfortable with good facilities, parking and good outdoor space too. The children were delighted with an easter egg on arrival - a lovely touch. The location was great for visiting the many attractions nearby - we particularly enjoyed Paignton Zoo, Blackpool Beach and nearby Brixham Harbour. Thanks also for the assistance on returning an item we had left behind - much appreciated. We will definitely go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Central for everything we needed

The property was fabulous, quite easy to find. We did have trouble with the locks on arrival but soon sorted this out. The property has everything you need for a holiday plus extras. Shops easy to access and we had several barbeques which we are unable to do at home due to living in a city centre apartment. Loved the garden but it was a bit overlooked and several chats with neighbours were had, which was ok. Very peaceful, once the dog stopped barking at fresh air but it was not a problem as we don't mind dogs. I would recommend this property to all, but second bedroom is very small, so 2 children and 2 adults is a perfect fit. Freezer in garden was a bit odd too and when it rained it was wet to fetch ice. Dawn is amazing, nothing was too much trouble even though she was on holiday too. We will be returning in the future. Thank you Dawn
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Archival

8/10 Good

Hilary G.

A warm and cosy property, conveniently situated in a quiet side road on the outskirts of Paignton

Whilst Collaton St Mary might appear from the name to be a quiet Devon village, it is more like a suburb of Paignton and straddles the busy road from Paignton to Totnes. There are no small local shops, although there are three large supermarkets within a mile of so of the property, which is one of a number of adjacent barn conversions, all set back from the road. . The property itself is reasonably spacious, apart from the second bedroom, which is a bit poky and only really suitable for children. The living room contains a good-sized dining table and two large sofas and a tv/video offering some Sky coverage, as well as the usual terrestrial channels.The kitchen has a good selection of appliances, including a stove, microwave, washing machine and dishwasher, The bathroom was reasonable, although we found that the water was never particularly hot, ok for showers, but not for a proper bath.There is also a small but private terrace.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Davina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely short stay.

Stylish & well appointed property in a convenient location. Lots of nice touches made a comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tasha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay with our Dog

Thank you we (myself, Boyfriend, mum, Dad & Dog) had a great stay. The location was great as we had a family event at St Mary's but also for Paignton Beach, Torquay for meals out. Dawn was good at communicating & gave some great recommendations for places to go, which we went to Crab & Hammer (great foe seafood fix) beautiful pub Church House Inn Marldron. Definitely recommend & Definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Barry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A short break

A delightful base for what was meant to be a time to refresh ourselves. We visit the South coast regularly but haven't holidayed in Paignton for many years, the changes to certain areas were a surprise. The accommodation is comfortable with everything needed to make your stay easy. The garden was perfect for our small dog, grassed with a secure fenced boundary. Relatively private patio with garden furniture, easy parking. Local amenities within easy reach, also, places of interest of which there are plenty. Would definitely recommend the National trust properties, especially Coleton Fishacre. The host provided good communication, responding quickly to my only question. The welcome pack was an unexpected but lovely gesture. Would definitely book this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, beautiful cottage!

One of the best accommodations we have stayed at with VRBO, It really was a home from home. Perfectly situated for Paignton and surrounding areas to explore, yet quiet enough to come home and relax in the garden if we wanted to. Dawn (owner) was also very helpful in the running up to our stay and great at communicating everything we needed to know. Definitely would come back and stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely break away at the cottage

We spent 7 nights at the cottage which is a lovely place to stay. The location is fabulous and allows you get sight see all of the beautiful places along the coast. The cottage is very cosy and well equipped with some nice extra personal touches. Dawn, the host was very accessible and helpful . She provided clear information prior to arrival and left a lovely welcome pack. I would recommend a stay and will return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay in this well equipped cottage. Had a great week and the property is recommended.

Great location and property that is very well equipped. Great communication with Dawn. If we had to find anything less than great it would be the sofa's, which do need new seats. However, other than this we would (and will) stay in the property again!!
Verified

8/10 Good

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Collaton St Mary cottage

Comfortable cottage in a good location. Nearby foodstores and bus routes. Pub opposite Easy access to the Torbay area
Stayed 10 nights in May 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anthony M.

Uncomfortable and overlooked

We mentioned to the owner that the settees were less than comfortable. However the location given in the review gives the impression of being more countrified than it really is,being in close proximity to other houses.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

A perfect place to stay for peace and quiet.

My wife and I stayed there for 9 nights and we we didn't want to leave, it was the perfect place for us, we hardly used our car as the bus service was brilliant and only a two minute walk from the property which took us everywhere we wanted to go and great for sight seeing. The barn was so light and airy with the doors open and the garden was lovely to relax in with some alfresco dining. The next time we go back to Torquay we will be trying to book the barn again if available. The pub on the corner is great for a few beers and a meal and the staff are very friendly. Overall I would recommend the barn to anyone who wants some peace and quiet and that it is in the perfect spot for getting about whether you drive or get the bus.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

Erich H.

Nettes Häuschen, ruhige Lage, komfortabel

Das Haus ist gut eingerichtet, alles für einen Familienurlaub erforderliche vorhanden. Leider konnten wir den Garten wegen des Wetters nicht nutzen. Dawn war unkompliziert und gut erreichbar. Gute Einkaufsmöglichkeiten mit dem Auto sehr nahe. Nicht optimal ist das Dachfenster im Schlafzimmer, das sich nicht abdunkeln lässt.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Mike F.

very good

enjoyed stay, bathroom and kitchen could with update otherwise a great place to relax and well located just outside the town.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Eleanor R.

Lovely house in a good location

Lovely house in a good location to explore Devon. Dawn was very helpful and available on the phone if we needed her. The only downside was the lack of curtains in the main bedroom. The room was bright at 4a.m. So not for you if you need darkness to sleep.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Very Comfortable Cottage

We found the cottage to be clean and very well equipped with everything we needed for our stay. The location was quiet and had direct access to main roads for visiting the surrounding area. There is a bus stop adjacent to the property which takes you directly to the supermarket, zoo and sea front should you not wish to take the car. A very nice stay thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cassie P.

Great Views

Clean & tidy - lovely views :)
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Beautiful cottage

Our stay was wonderful. The cottage was warm, clean and with everything you needed for a weekend away. Ideally situated for seeing the south hams. Dawn made us most welcome with chocolates and a bottle of wine to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Thank you
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Fantastic place to stay

Fantastic property, lots of space and in a very quiet location. Calm decor with beautiful high ceilings. The property is perfectly situated for the shops, the sea and the zoo! Loved our stay here.
Archival

8/10 Good

Melchior B.

Very nice house on a very special location with lots of things you can do.

We liked the house very much especially the large garden was very nice. The location of the house is magnificient, close to all kind of facilities, but also very quiet. When you sit in the garden and look around it is just if you are in the middle of the nature instead of close to the city. There are many maps in the house with descriptions of what you can do during your stay, everything is sorted on subject. This helped us a lot with selecting the right trips. Unfortunately the whether was not really good during our stay so we couldn't swim in the sea. There was not enough time to do all we wanted to do that we really like to come back some time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

The cottage was beautiful and had everything you could possibly need. We loved it.

We had a lovely week here. We couldn't of wished for anything better. The cottage was very clean and beautifully decorated. We had everything we needed here and would definitely stay again.
Archival

8/10 Good

Gazmend M.

Great place, very nice garden and not noise. Great to relax and lots of space.

The property was very nice easy to travel to the town. Very nice garden and nice kitchen. The only downside was the mattress on the smaller room. Hard and uncomfortable to sleep. With a bit of TLC on few details the place will get 5⭐️. The covers on the sofas were not freshly clean, but overall was lovely stay. I will definitely will be back, hopefully next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous

Super cottage with everything you need. Felt home from home and tastefully furnished. I expected to have to supply washing up "sundries", soap etc, but all the little things were taken care of and the welcome pack was much appreciated. Even the dog appeared to feel at home and it certainly doesn't feel like a dog friendly cottage being very clean and fresh. There are also good meal deals at the dog friendly pub across the road. I would certainly recommend.