Hope Barton Barns Hope Cove

The Resort & Its Setting

Hope Barton Barns is an independently run timeshare property on Bolberry Road, right on the edge of Hope Cove village in Devon's South Hams. It's rated 4.8 out of 5 from 77 Google reviews, suggesting a resort that owners and guests consistently rate highly — a useful data point if you're deciding whether to buy, sell or rent here. The village setting means you're within easy walking reach of the coast, rather than tucked away in a purpose-built complex, which is part of the appeal for people who buy weeks here year after year.

Hope Cove and the South Hams

Hope Cove itself is a small, low-key fishing village with two sandy beaches split by rocky outcrops — a five-minute walk from the resort. The South West Coast Path runs right past, giving access to some of Devon's best clifftop walking without needing a car. Kingsbridge, with its independent shops and restaurants, is about 3 miles (5km) away, and Salcombe — well known for sailing, watersports and good places to eat — is roughly 5 miles (8km) further on. Bantham Beach and Start Point Lighthouse are both within a short drive, making this a base that suits beach days, coastal walks and quieter countryside exploring in equal measure. It's the kind of area that rewards slowing down rather than ticking off a long list of sights.

Selling or Renting Out a Week Here

If you own a week at Hope Barton Barns and are thinking about selling it on, or simply renting it out for a season, listing it privately is usually the simplest route. On BidMyTimeshare.com, owners list their own week, set their own asking price, and deal with enquiries directly from interested buyers or renters through the platform — there's no commission taken on the sale, just a one-off listing fee to get your week in front of buyers.

Because Hope Barton Barns is an independent resort, resale isn't handled through a big brand's exchange desk. Instead, any transfer of ownership goes through the resort's own owners' association or on-site management. Before agreeing a price with a buyer, it's worth asking management directly for two things: the current transfer or resale administration fee, and the latest annual maintenance fee — these figures aren't published centrally, so get them in writing from the resort before you finalise anything. Buyers should also check whether the resort or association holds any right of first refusal on a resale, as this can affect how long completion takes.

A resale buyer typically receives the usage rights and obligations tied to the specific week and unit type being sold, along with whatever is set out in the resort's own ownership documents — it does not automatically carry over any separate exchange company membership, so this should be clarified with management rather than assumed.

What Renters Look For

Short-term renters booking a week here are usually drawn by the walk-to-the-beach location, the quieter village setting compared with larger Devon resorts, and the flexibility to explore Kingsbridge, Salcombe and the coast path without long drives. If you're renting out your week, being upfront about the exact dates, unit size and what's included helps attract the right booking.

Practical Notes

Hope Cove village itself is best explored on foot, but a car is genuinely useful for reaching Salcombe, Kingsbridge and further-flung spots like Start Point. Devon's coastal weather can turn quickly, so pack for all conditions regardless of season.