Otter's Den at Libbear Barton

Entire home in Shebbear, United Kingdom

  1. 8 guests
  2. 4 bedrooms
  3. 5 beds
  4. 3 bathrooms
Hosted by Max
  1. Superhost
  2. 7 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top 10% of homes

This home is highly ranked based on ratings, reviews and reliability.

Dive right in

This is one of the few places in the area with a pool.

Home gym

The stationary bike, yoga mat and free weights are ready for workouts.
This wonderful barn conversion boasts great views indoors and out, thanks to its huge picture windows and French doors which open onto its pretty garden and patio. The double height ceiling gives an airy and open feel.
The exposed beamed ceilings and open fire add character and make for cosy relaxation in the cooler months. The open plan fitted kitchen, dining area and living room area adds to sociability, as well as being perfect for keeping an eye on little ones whilst preparing dinner.

The space
There is a downstairs double bedroom and bathroom. Upstairs comprises one further, delightful double bedroom complete with en-suite and two twin bedrooms which share the further bathroom. (One of the twin rooms can be made into a double if required). Check out the layout of the house by reviewing the Floorplans.

Libbear Barton provides all the equipment needed for little ones, a list of current baby equipment is available to review.

Hot tubs are available by request at an additional cost.

There is loads of room for the family to explore with views of your own land and 40 acres of private farmland, woodland walks and wildlife everywhere!

Otter's Den is one of 4 properties at Libbear Barton.

Only guests aged 21 and over may book the property. ID is required by host in advance of arrival.

Guest access
Heated Indoor Pool

- 9-meter warm pool available for guests.
- Perfect for all-weather enjoyment by both children and adults.
- Available to book for 1 x 2-hour slot per day (total 4 hours per day) between 9 AM – 8 PM. (more slots available if bookings allow)

Soft Play

-Two-level indoor play area for young children.
-Features rollers, slides, puzzles, and climbing structures.
-Open daily from 9 AM – 8 PM.

Petting Farm

-Home to miniature donkeys (Pippin & Bramley), runner ducks, chickens, guinea pigs, and rabbits.
-Guests can feed animals, pet them, and collect fresh eggs.
-Includes Cuddle Corner for quality time with guinea pigs and rabbits.

Sauna

-Located within the pool area.
-Available during guests’ pre-booked pool slot.

Gym

-Equipped for maintaining fitness routines.
-Includes elliptical trainer, fixed bike, free weights and bench, workout mat, Bosu ball, step, and resistance bands.
-Accessed through the pool area.
-Open daily from 9 AM – 8 PM.

Games Room

-Includes table tennis, pool, air hockey, darts, and table football.
-Open daily from 9 AM – 8 PM.

Outdoor Playground

-Features a climbing tower with a lookout over the lake.

Events Room (The Stables)

-Beamed event space with seating for 40 people (table or theatre-style).
-Adjacent catering kitchen for catering.
-Free of charge when booking the entire site.

The Wild Wood

-Five acres of woodland for exploration and adventure.
-Features include bluebells, badger’s hide, a stream, and wildlife spotting.

Private Gardens

-Each property includes a private garden with:
-Garden furniture.
-Trampolines.

40 Acres to Explore

-A working farm with changing seasonal activities.
-Home to a lake with ducks, geese, moorhens, and springtime hatchlings.
-Nature spotting opportunities: deer, bats, barn owls, and returning swallows from Africa each spring.

Hot Tub

-Lay-Z-Spa inflatable hot tub available on request.
-Additional cost – please enquire.


There are onsite facilities, including a heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, gym, games room and lake. These facilities are shared with the 3 other cottages on site. The pool and sauna area operates on a booking system, you are able to book one 2hr slot each day. The games room, soft play and gym all open at 9am and close at 8pm and no booking is required.

Where you'll sleep

1 of 2 pages

What this place offers

Lake access
Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking on premises
Shared indoor pool – available all year, open specific hours, heated

Select check-in date

Add your travel dates for exact pricing

Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 27 reviews.

Guest favourite
This home is in the top 10% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews and reliability

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 100% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 0% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 0% of reviews
  4. 2 stars, 0% of reviews
  5. 1 stars, 0% of reviews

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

Shebbear, United Kingdom
This listing’s location is verified and the exact location will be provided after booking.

Meet your host

Superhost
95 reviews
4.98 out of 5 average rating
7 years of hosting
Lives in England, United Kingdom
Business
Max, Alex and their children moved down from London to run Libbear Barton in April 2018. They have been coming on family holidays here for many years and love sharing this beautiful part of the world with their many guests. They would be happy to help in any way as you book your holiday. Please feel free to contact them.

Max is a Superhost

Superhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.

Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 16:00
Checkout before 10:00
8 guests maximum
Safety & property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Climbing or play structure
Carbon monoxide alarm