Situated in Barnstaple, Holwell Holistic Retreat is set within 5 acres of organic land surrounded by beautiful countryside. The property is located within 10 miles of local beaches including Woolacombe beach and Lee Bay. Holwell Holistic Retreat has woodlands and orchards for guests to walk around, an organic vegetable garden where food is grown for guests breakfasts and a yoga & holistic therapy center where guests can attend classes and book spa treatments during their stay. For breakfast, guests are served a seasonal menu of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes with a selection of local bread, herbal teas, and organic coffee. For guests wanting to go hiking, Holwell Holistic Retreat is located within 8 miles of Exmoor National Park and the South West Coast Path. Ilfracombe is 11 km from Holwell Holistic Retreat, while Lynmouth is 23 km from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 97 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 large double bed
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2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 large double bed
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2 single beds
1 large double bed
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2 single beds
1 large double bed
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2 single beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
10
High score for Barnstaple
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  • Eviehenson
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I booked this stay for my mums Christmas gift and I cant exaggerate enough that we loved EVERYTHING about our stay! Sam and Imogen were the most welcoming and delightful hosts. The room was lovely, spacious and cosy, and the beds were super...
  • Desiree
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely property surrounded by nature. Nice room, comfy bed and friendly host!
  • James
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic sauna, great space to unwind. Lovely rooms
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Sam & Imogen

Company review score: 9.7Based on 43 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Hello! We are Imogen and Sam, and we run the Yoga retreat and B&B together. We like to live a conscious life, working hard, growing food and practising yoga. We take great pleasure in growing and cooking delicious healthy food and Imogen makes organic skincare. We host and run the retreat using life skills we naturally love to engage with. Imogen is our main Yoga teacher and therapist, offering massage, reflexology, reiki and holistic beauty. She teaches Ashtanga Vinyasa and Soma Yoga and was voted best Yoga teacher in Devon 2019. Sam is the 'manpower' behind the space, keeping everything working and looking great whilst cooking up the deliciousness in the kitchen. We are passionate about health and consider ourselves a place of wellness! We have created this space to offer guests a thoroughly peaceful and restorative stay, away from busy life, and closer to nature and the relaxed simplicity that comes with it. Breakfast is a refined menu of our favourite healthy dishes. We offer Yoga and meditation sessions throughout the week and top quality holistic massage and therapies for you to book when you fancy.

Property information

Holwell is a serene farmstead steeped in history and character. There is peaceful accommodation in the main farmhouse with guest living and dining areas, a Yoga centre in a converted eco barn, holistic therapy rooms, arts and creative workshop space, music jamming area, five acres of wild and wonderful grounds to explore, a big organic vegetable garden and our very own stone circle! We have six beautiful en-suite rooms each with their own character and charm. Welcome!

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Holwell Holistic Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Fitness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Bingo
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Archery
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Off-site
  • Live music/performance
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Massage chair
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Massage
  • Fitness centre
    Additional charge
  • Sauna
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Holwell Holistic Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 18:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Holwell Holistic Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

FAQs about Holwell Holistic Retreat

  • Holwell Holistic Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Games room
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Tennis court
    • Canoeing
    • Live music/performance
    • Aerobics
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Horse riding
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Bingo
    • Personal trainer
    • Beauty Services
    • Archery
    • Facial treatments
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Spa facilities
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Foot bath
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full body massage
    • Massage chair
    • Fitness
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness classes

  • The prices at Holwell Holistic Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Holwell Holistic Retreat is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Holwell Holistic Retreat is 5.6 miles from the centre of Barnstaple. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Holwell Holistic Retreat include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double