Set in its own conservation area in Barton, one of the historic villages that make up the popular seaside town of Torquay, South Devon; Sweet Rose barn is a beautiful, lovingly restored cottage. Tucked away behind the 15th Century Devon longhouse, ‘The Old Manor Farmhouse’, this one bedroom, one bathroom barn is the perfect couples retreat. Dogs and infants are welcome. Together with Honeysuckle (2 bedrooms) and Threshing Barn (4 bedrooms), the 3 properties form the multi-award winning ’Pilgrims Rest Cottages’, that have been welcoming guests since 2009. Awards include ‘Most Pet Friendly’ accommodation. With countryside to the north, the coast to the east and all that Torquay, The English Riviera, and its nearby surroundings have to offer, previous guests have found it to be an ideal location for their stay – with the local shops, a stroll away, an added bonus. Martin and Kim (the owners) personal information folders, revealing countless gems in the area (walks, eateries, pubs, attractions, beaches…), enhance guests’ stays further. Sweet Rose is all about relaxing and unwinding. As you enter this lovingly restored cottage, you will find everything you need for a cosy space for two people. The open plan ground floor layout includes a sofa, dining table and kitchen area, while spiral stairs take you upstairs to the bedroom where you will find a lovely king size bed, gorgeous roll top bath to enjoy a luxuriating soak with a glass of wine or champagne and separate toilet area. Parking and Property From your allocated, off lane, parking for 1 car (with extra parking available on the lane alongside Pilgrims Rest), you will walk down a path through two white picket gates into the barns’ courtyard with white bistro tables and chairs, and ornate plant pots. Sweet Rose is the stand-alone cottage on your left with the entrance just around the corner. Upon entering the property, you will be met with a cosy open plan lounge / dining room and kitchen; all decorated in warm colours, exposed beams, and oak pillars. Up a set of historical, newel, spiral stairs, you will discover the open plan bedroom and roll top bath, set into the exposed beams of this well-lit vaulted bedroom with windows overlooking the garden. Property Details Lounge & Dining Area - 1 comfy fabric, silver grey three-seater sofa - oak coffee table and occasional tables - 32” Panasonic smart TV with Netflix - 2 -seater dining table with 2 dining chairs Open plan kitchen - Electric oven - Baumatic four ring induction hob - Bosch dishwasher - Undercounter fridge - Undercounter freezer - Cookworks microwave - Spectrum 4 slice toaster - Cookworks kettle - Washing machine - Fire blanket and fire extinguisher - Range of glassware and plates - Iron and ironing board - Vacuum - Clothes airer Iron spiral staircase - With child gates at the top and bottom - Not appropriate for people with mobility issues - Leads to the romantic vaulted bedroom and bathroom with feature beams and Velux windows Vaulted bedroom & bathroom - King size bed - Chest of drawers and bedside lamp - Bedside table with bedside lamp - Clothes hanging rail - Heated towel rail - Feature roll top bath with a Victorian hand shower. - Exposed beams and pillars En-suite - Pedestal sink, with mirror - Heated towel rail Outside Area – Courtyard & Orchard Garden - Each property at Pilgrims Rest has use of a range of Bistro tables and chairs, found in the Courtyard outside the properties. - There is a large, shared, walled garden formed out of the old orchard Garden for all 3 cottages to enjoy. - There is a selection of sun loungers, tables, chairs, and BBQ for guests to enjoy. Pilgrims Pooches Dogs are an important part of Pilgrims Rest Cottages and are very welcome with Pilgrims Rest Cottages an historical winner of the best dog friendly business on the English Riviera and South Devon. The owners have dogs themselves, and over the years were annoyed at large extra for their dogs. They have, over the last 14 years, worked on a ‘Dog Free’ policy, asking owners to follow some basic rules, which to date have been fine with guests and enabling that policy to continue. The Pilgrims Pooch rules include: - Not letting your dog go upstairs in the bedroom. - Not letting you dog go on any furniture (if dog throws are brought, there can be exceptions, but must be agreed at booking) - Not leaving your dog home alone unless by prior agreement and discussion at booking (the owners know that many dogs are fine on their own, and allow some leeway here) - Do not leave their dog to roam alone outside; being respectful of others who may be staying at Pilgrims Rest - Finally, as always pet owners are required to clean up after their pets and dispose of pet mess in the bins provided in the car park. - We do require a £50 refundable pet deposit which is refunded within 7 days after departure with the approval of the cleaning team. - Vacuum cleaners are provided to help, in each property. Facilities - Travel cot upon request prior to arrival - High chair upon request prior to arrival - Stair gates provided - Ironing board and iron provided - Hairdryer provided - Towels and linen provided - Clothes drying rack provided - Carbon monoxide detector - Smoke detector Communication Once you have made your booking, we will email the following information to you, either to review or to respond to. - Online Check-in form - Your Personal Guest Guide link, with property details and directions Notes - Check in: 4pm Check out:10am - Minimum nightly restrictions apply throughout the year, this may vary seasonally. - Complimentary welcome goodies upon arrival - Guest folder provided for the cottage with information on all the local attractions and walks etc. - No parties permitted - No smoking - Noise to be kept to a minimum between 10pm - 8am