While The Great Barn Devon is best known as a luxury, exclusive-use wedding venue, there are occasional opportunities throughout the year for retreat organisers (and attendees, of course) to enjoy everything our beautiful country estate has to offer.
As one of Devon’s most exclusive event venues, we host just one wedding each week, welcoming couples for a 3-day wedding weekend and ensuring our complete focus is dedicated to delivering an exceptional experience. This commitment to quality and service means availability across the estate is limited.
When weddings are not taking place, our cottages are sometimes booked as self-catering holiday accommodation. Even more rarely, we open the estate to carefully selected retreats and private group gatherings.
If you are searching for a retreat venue in Devon, The Great Barn offers a unique combination of luxury accommodation, flexible event spaces and peaceful countryside surroundings.
A Unique Retreat Venue in Devon
Set within the rolling Devon countryside, The Great Barn provides a private and inspiring setting for groups looking to connect, learn, recharge or celebrate together.
The estate offers accommodation for up to 30 guests across our beautifully decorated cottages, allowing retreat leaders and attendees to stay together on-site throughout their event.
Unlike hotels or larger conference venues, groups enjoy exclusive use of the estate, creating a relaxed and immersive experience where guests can fully disconnect from everyday life and focus on the purpose of the retreat.
Ideal for Wellness, Yoga and Creative Retreats
The peaceful surroundings make The Great Barn particularly well suited to wellness retreats, yoga retreats and creative workshops.
Guests can enjoy fresh country air, open green spaces and uninterrupted views across the Devon landscape, while organisers have access to versatile indoor and outdoor areas that can be adapted to suit a variety of activities.
Whether you are planning movement classes, meditation sessions, wellness workshops, writing retreats or creative gatherings, the estate provides the flexibility to create an experience that feels entirely your own.
Corporate Retreats and Team Gatherings
The Great Barn has also welcomed corporate retreats and business gatherings, offering companies an alternative to traditional meeting venues.
With ample space for presentations, workshops, strategy sessions and team-building activities, the estate combines practical facilities with an environment that encourages creativity, collaboration and meaningful conversation.
Easy access from Exeter, excellent transport connections, extensive parking and on-site accommodation make logistics simple for organisers and attendees alike.
Exclusive Use Accommodation and Catering Facilities
One of the key advantages of choosing The Great Barn as your retreat venue in Devon is the ability to bring your entire group together in one location.
Accommodation for up to 30 guests, generous communal spaces and flexible catering facilities provide everything needed for a seamless retreat experience.
Whether you choose to arrange your own catering, work with local suppliers or create a bespoke dining experience for your guests, the estate can accommodate a wide range of requirements.
Autumn and Winter Retreat Availability
The quieter months bring a special atmosphere to The Great Barn. Autumn colours, crisp countryside walks and cosy evenings create the perfect backdrop for reflection, learning and connection.
We currently have limited availability for an autumn / winter retreat later this year and would love to hear from organisers seeking a distinctive retreat venue in Devon.
Whether you’re planning a wellness retreat, yoga retreat, corporate retreat, foodie getaway or creative workshop, The Great Barn Devon offers a beautiful and exclusive setting to bring your vision to life.
To find out more about hosting a retreat at The Great Barn Devon, get in touch with our team to discuss your plans.
