JACOBS BARN, pet friendly, country holiday cottage in Lifton

This stylish converted barn with use of tennis court is in unspoiled Mid-Devon and sleeps up to five people in three bedrooms.

Built in the early 18th century, Jacob's Barn is a beautifully converted former barn. Today it a stylish, contemporary holiday home which retains many original period features. The original mill stone now forms the centrepiece of the fountain outside. You are welcome to use the grass tennis court or simply enjoy the peaceful six acre farm estate from the decked seating area. Inside, there is a well-equipped farmhouse kitchen and a large, comfortable lounge with open fire, off which is a games room with a table tennis. Upstairs, the three pretty bedrooms have ancient exposed beams and offer views of the surrounding countryside. A haven for walkers, the western edge of Dartmoor is home to the National Trust's Lydford Gorge, and Brentor.

Amenities: Night storage heating with open fire. Electric cooker, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave. Washing machine, tumble dryer. TV/DVD, WiFi. Cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Bed linen and towels included free of charge. Off road parking for three cars. Large, lawned garden with table, chairs and BBQ shared with owners and a patio area for your private use. Up to two pets accepted. No smoking. Shop 4 miles, Pub 4 miles.

Region: Devon, with its quiet country lanes, patchwork of lush green fields and sleepy villages is not to be missed. Stately home lovers will be spoiled and why not finish with a scrumptious Devonshire cream tea?

Town: Lifton is a village in the Tamar Valley, close to Launceston in Cornwall. The community has a shop and Post Office, pub and three restaurants. It also has an award-winning farm shop with a bakery and on-site restaurant. Based for touring the South West, Dartmoor is 20 minutes away, Bodmin Moor is 30 minutes and the beaches and Cornish attractions can be reached in under 45 minutes.