About Us
Set within ten acres, our eight self-catering cottages are run by parents, for parents.
Welcome to our story. We’re Cheryl, Roger and our daughter Emily - the family behind North Hayne Farm and the passion that brings it to life every day.
Our Story
Our journey began in 2004 when we decided to step out of a corporate world of IT and a teaching career and re-locate to North Devon, embarking on something completely different that would offer our young family not just the chance to live and grow up in a beautiful part of the UK, but would let us be around to enjoy them doing it!
Our move also gave us the opportunity to try our hand at the ‘world of hospitality and tourism’ an exciting career challenge which has seen many changes over the years and one that we have never regretted.
Together with Cheryl's parents who helped us run the farm in the early years (and who moved with us), we began our mission to create truly child centric holidays. Together with a few animals that had been left behind when we collected the keys to the farm (not part of the plan!) we soon realised the huge unique selling point they created and how this was to become the very ‘core’ of our business and an extremely rewarding part of the job.
Growing on the Farm
Over the last 20 + years we've carefully renovated and refurbished each of the cottages, added an eighth, and gradually developed the farm and its facilities.
As the farm has evolved, so too has what we offer our guests - always with families in mind. Along the way, we’ve been incredibly grateful to receive recognition for what we do and have won multiple awards that we are very proud of.
A Place for All Families
Creating a space where families feel welcome and able to relax has always been at the heart of what we do. We've been increasing awareness and diagnosis of Autism amongst young people and have also developed skills along the way to support children with neurodiverse needs making ‘inclusive’ holidays as accessible as we can.
We’re proud to have been awarded Silver for Accessibility and Inclusivity for the whole of the South West of England. You can find out more here.
Life on the farm is about slowing down and spending time together. Children can meet the animals and explore, while parents unwind and enjoy the surroundings. Each cottage has its own hot tub, along with shared spaces to play, relax, and enjoy the countryside setting. We’ve also been featured in The Times, recognised as one of the best family holidays by age group.
Our Team
While we are a family-run business, we’re supported by a small but mighty and dedicated team who share our values and help make each stay special - don't believe us, just check out our reviews.
Cheryl
Roger
Emily
Dave
Ruth
Plus our amazing house keeping team who have worked with us for many years and keep our cottages spick and span! You can get to know them a little more here!