Escape to this peaceful hideaway for some rejuvenating you-time!

Tucked away in a quiet valley near Croyde, where woodland meets moorland and the sea air rolls in off the Atlantic, The Barn is a Nordic-inspired retreat for two – a place that’s built for slowing right down. Think a super-king bed with White Company linen, a freestanding bath, underfloor heating, an outdoor firepit and a wood-burning stove for when the North Devon evenings turn cool. 

But it’s what’s on the doorstep that makes this corner of Devon so special. North Devon is one of the country’s best wild swimming destinations, with hidden coves, rock pools and tidal pools scattered along the coast between Croyde, Putsborough and Woolacombe – perfect for a bracing dip before breakfast or a golden hour swim as the sun goes down. The Barn’s local experts recommend the Mermaid Pool in Croyde as their top place for a sea swim. 

It’s also a haven for surfers and SUP boarders, with some of the UK’s best breaks, while the wilds of Exmoor sit just above, offering miles of walking trails for those who’d rather explore on foot. 

For something a little different, The Garden Gallery sits right next door – a converted stable block turned contemporary art space, where multidisciplinary artist Ted Humble-Smith’s photography, relief casting and printmaking bring the textures and light of the landscape to life – you can also enjoy a wander through the surrounding gardens.

THE PRIZE

A peaceful three-night stay for two people, to be taken between the start of November 2026 and the end of April 2027.

HOW TO ENTER

Answer this question by 31 October 2026. 

Which of these is recommended by The Barn’s local experts as their top place for a sea swim? 

a) Broadsands 
b) Mermaid Pool, Croyde 
c) Woody Bay 

For more information, visit thebarnnorthdevon.co.uk and follow @northdevonretreats on Instagram. 

KELSEY TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The competition closes at midnight on 31 October 2026. Prize is non-refundable and no cash alternative is available. The draw is final and no correspondence will be entered into. Entry is free. Open to residents of the UK aged over 21. Employees of Kelsey Media and the competition provider and their family members are not eligible to win. Only one entry permitted per household; no bulk entries will be accepted. Our winner will be notified within 28 days. If our winner fails to respond after three attempts at contact, a new winner will be drawn. The prize is not transferable. If any prize or product is lost or damaged during the course of delivery to the recipient, Kelsey Media will provide reasonable assistance in seeking to resolve the problem. However, it will not always be possible to obtain replacements for lost or damaged goods and, in that event, no financial compensation would be payable by Kelsey Media or its affiliates. We reserve the right to cancel the competition if circumstances change which are beyond our control. Coast is a Kelsey Media brand. Here at Kelsey Media, we take your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information to provide the products and services you have requested from us. We will only contact you with news and special offers via the preferences you have indicated. We will never share your information with any third party without your consent. You can view our full Privacy Policy at shop.kelsey.co.uk/privacy-policy

ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The prize can be taken between November 2026 and 30 April 2027 (subject to availability). Excludes Christmas, New Year, School and Public Bank Holidays. The details of all guests need to be provided prior to the stay. Lead guest must be aged 21+. No cash alternative. Transport not included.