Sleepy Owl Devon Treehouses sit in a quiet valley on the Hartland Peninsula, tucked inside North Devon's UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Just two treehouses occupy this woodland plot, which keeps the place genuinely private. The setting is lush and a little remote, and that combination is entirely the point.
The Nest Treehouse is the more family-oriented of the two. A roll-top bath sits in the master room, and a wood-fired hot tub occupies the private courtyard outside. Couples get a pizza oven, a projector and a starlit deck that earns its keep on clear evenings. Children get something rarer: a self-contained nook built into the treehouse structure, complete with bunks, fairy lights and enough secret corners to keep imaginations busy for days.
The Hideout Treehouse leads with a striking detail — a copper bath that slides between indoors and out. Open the wide doors and forest air moves through the space freely. The hot tub, outdoor kitchen, pizza area and forest terrace give guests plenty of reasons to stay outside until late. Both treehouses welcome dogs, and both feel more like handcrafted retreats than packaged holiday lets.
The build itself matters here. Sleepy Owl uses sustainable timber throughout, works with local craftspeople and holds Green Tourism Gold accreditation. That commitment shows in the details — the joinery, the materials, the quiet care behind each fitting. This is not a development that prioritised photography over substance.
Hartland Village sits within easy reach, offering pubs, local food and sea air. Hartland Abbey lies along a valley path, with Atlantic cliff walks accessible beyond it. Day trips to Clovelly's cobbled lanes or Instow's estuary are straightforward from this base. Spring and early summer bring the Devon woodland to life with mild temperatures and long evenings, making outdoor hot tubs and evening cooking especially worthwhile. Autumn brings cooler air and rich colour, well suited to slow, cosy stays.
Nightly rates run approximately £350–£450, varying by season and availability — a premium tier that reflects both the level of fit-out and the scarcity of the accommodation. Visitors who want seclusion, craftsmanship and a working connection to the natural landscape around them will find Sleepy Owl worth the outlay.
For public transport, the nearest bus stop at Hartland Northgate Green sits approximately 500 metres away. An alternative stop at Eastdown Park is roughly 1.4 kilometres distant. Most guests arrive by car given the rural setting, but local bus services do connect Hartland with the wider North Devon area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many treehouses are there, and do they share any outdoor space?
A: Sleepy Owl has just two treehouses — The Nest and The Hideout — on a single woodland plot. The property is designed for genuine privacy, so each treehouse has its own dedicated outdoor areas, including a separate hot tub and terrace.
Q: What makes The Nest and The Hideout different from each other?
A: The Nest suits families, with a children's sleeping nook built into the treehouse structure, bunks, fairy lights, a wood-fired hot tub and a pizza oven deck. The Hideout is a little more contemporary and leads with a copper bath that moves between indoors and out, plus wide sliding doors that open the interior directly to the forest.
Q: What do nightly rates typically look like?
A: Rates run approximately £350–£450 per night, varying by season and availability — a premium tier that reflects the level of craftsmanship and the scarcity of just two treehouses on the plot.
Q: When is a good time of year to visit?
A: Spring and early summer tend to be particularly rewarding — Devon woodland is at its most vivid and temperatures suit long evenings in the hot tub or cooking outdoors. Autumn brings quieter conditions and rich forest colour, which suits slower, more cocooning stays. Check the property's availability calendar for seasonal guidance before booking.
Q: Are the treehouses dog-friendly, and how do guests usually get there?
A: Both treehouses welcome dogs. The Hartland Peninsula is a rural location and most guests arrive by car. A local bus stop at Hartland Northgate Green is around 500 metres from the property, connecting to the wider North Devon area, though public transport options in this part of Devon are limited.
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