Log Cabins to RentFor gentle wooded valleys, breathtaking open moors, and a stunning coastline, Exmoor offers numerous opportunities for walking, mountain biking, cycling, climbing, canoeing or sailing. Not forgetting horse riding and fishing or simply visiting the wonderful host of pubs available.
Situated within the Exmoor National Park, a beautiful rugged moorland offering many miles of scenic walks and cycle paths. If you fancy a day at the beach Combe Martin and Woolacombe are a short driveaway. Also close by, are the picturesque towns of Lynton and Lynmouth with its famous cliff railway providing a great day out for all the family. Other places of interest in the area include Exmoor Zoo, Combe Martin Wildlife Park, and the town of Barnstaple and South Molton are a short drive which offers an array of amenities. Entering through a covered porch way you will be welcomed into the country style kitchen/diner with beautiful exposed beams, well equipped with electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer and coffee machine. This provides the perfect place to cook a meal and sit down all together at the dining table for a great family get together. Just off the kitchen you will find the master bedroom, with super king size zip and link (which can be made into a twin on request) with Smart TV, DAB Radio, Bluetooth sound bar and en suite shower room with shower and WC. This bedroom also has a fully glazed door with access onto the patio via a small private footpath and has far reaching views over Exmoor. After dinner there is plenty of room for everyone in the lounge, where you can all sit and relax and watch a movie together on the Smart TV/DVD and Blu ray player. Or you can just sit and admire the breathtaking views over Exmoor from the double patio doors. Heading further into the house you will find the remaining three bedrooms. A twin with Smart TV, DAB Radio and Bluetooth speaker, another super king size zip and link (which can be made into a twin on request) with Smart TV, DAB Radio and Bluetooth speaker and finally a king size with Smart TV, DAB Radio and Bluetooth speaker and en suite shower room with shower and WC. Completing the accommodation is a large bathroom with bath, large separate shower and WC. Heading outside from the patio doors in the lounge, you can spend some quality family time in the garden. With rustic two tier stone patio with garden furniture and hot tub, a beautifully landscaped rocky area to one side of the garden and a large lawn to the other with stunning views over the newly planted orchard which is great for walking your dogs. There is off road parking for three medium sized cars on the cobblestone entrance. Just behind the property is a EV car charging point for electric cars.
This property is located a short drive from the village of North Molton, where there is a handy village shop, and a welcoming pub. Walkers, cyclists, and horse riders are all well catered for one Exmoor, with its miles of scenic paths which lead right up to the coast and across into Somerset. For a change of scenery, visitors might like to spend some time at one of the many family friendly beaches that are around a forty five minute drive of the property, including Croyde, Saunton Sands, Ilfracombe, and Minehead. Other attractions in the area include Exmoor Zoo, the National Trust property at Arlington Court, and Combe Martin Wildlife Park. Guests will love this charmingly converted stone barn, which offers comfortable accommodation, ideal for a family. The front door opens directly into the spacious lounge, where deep sofas provide a relaxing place for guests to sit back and enjoy the TV/DVD. An archway from here leads to the country style kitchen/diner with its beamed sloping ceiling, dining table, oven, hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, and tumble dryer. Stairs from the lounge, lead to the first floor bedrooms. The first of these is a restful double room with its own TV, whilst the second is an attractive bunk bedroom. The bathroom has a shower over bath and WC. Outside, there is a garden which is accessed through the kitchen, which offers a patio with garden furniture and a BBQ, which gives way to a lawned area, where guests are able to set up sun loungers and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. A games room offers a fun place to spend time, and makes a great place for teenagers to escape to. This room also has a freezer. There is ample off road parking available.
From this charming detached property you will be within easy reach of Exmoor National Park, perfect for nature lovers and those wishing to walk or cycle this awe inspiring landscape. There are an array of pretty market towns and villages to explore in the area including Dulverton, South Molton, Withypool and Exford. Head to the coast to discover the string of sandy beaches on Devon s north coast, including Saunton, Croyde, Woolacombe and Westward Ho!, together with a collection of traditional fishing villages and towns such as Lynton, Lynmouth, Clovelly and Porlock. This delightful property boasts unrivalled countryside views and is situated at the end of a long private unmade lane on a 50 acre alpaca farm offering peace and tranquillity. Upon entering the beautiful accommodation, you are greeted with a light and airy open plan lounge/diner with apex ceilings and exposed beams. In the summer you can open the front door to let the outside in, or in the cooler months snuggle up on the comfy sofa in front of the gas effect wood burner while watching your favourite programme on the Smart TV. The well equipped kitchen has an electric oven, gas hob, fridge, coffee machine, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine, perfect for trying out new recipes or old family favourites. The bathroom has been thoughtfully upgraded with a shower over bath, his and her sinks and a WC. Head upstairs to the galleried king size bed set under the eaves with a low sloping ceiling, which is all part of the charm and character of this property. Sleep tight with your faces glowing from a day exploring the wonderful countryside and enjoy the unparalleled Devon night skies from the comfort of your bed. Outside there is a large enclosed private garden with far reaching countryside views, great for relaxing! There is also a secluded patio area with far reaching countryside views where guests will find a table and chairs, large sun umbrella and two teak steamer loungers with cushions, as well as a wood fired hot tub (ample logs provided, more available at additional cost), which is particularly inviting at night, when guests can enjoy the warm water under the star filled skies. There is also a fire pit where you can enjoy toasting marshmallows while watching the sunset. Private parking and secure storage for bicycles, with lots of 5* guest extras such as luxury linens, robes and slippers, smart TV, toiletries and home comforts aplenty.
Located on the edge of the pretty Exmoor village of Roadwater and within walking distance to a post office/shop and a pub. Head to the coast and visit Watchet with its pretty harbour, or the coastal town of Minehead with its sandy beach. Enjoy walks directly from the property through the awe inspiring landscape of Exmoor National Park. Step back in time and aboard a steam train; conveniently located two miles away in Washford village is the West Somerset Railway that takes you through the beautiful Somerset countryside. Further along the coast are the attractive villages of Porlock, Lynmouth and Lynton and Dunster, with its National Trust castle towering above it. This characterful barn conversion has been lovingly refurbished and makes a perfect escape and has even been featured on the popular television programme Escape to the Country. You are welcomed into the delightful accommodation through the front door where you will be greeted by the kitchen/diner. The perfectly equipped kitchen/diner has an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, counter freezer, Nespresso coffee machine and washer/dryer, it is a great space for cooking lazy breakfasts or trying out new recipes. Completing the downstairs accommodation is a cosy king size bedroom with an en suite shower room with shower and WC, complete with bathrobes and slippers. Heading upstairs from the kitchen/diner is the lounge which has been built into the eaves of the property and boasts exposed beams. Settle in for a snug evening with a bottle of wine and a film on the Smart TV, or relax with your favourite book and let Alexa play your favourite soundtracks. Outside, there is a small private seating area overlooking the garden, great for enjoying your morning coffee or a glass of wine under Exmoor s star filled skies. There is also a shared sloping lawned garden for guests to enjoy approached via steep steps, at the top of the garden there is a Pergola with seating, which can be enjoyed. There is also parking for one car available.
This property enjoys a tranquil rural location in the midst of the Devonshire countryside. Situated in the village of Oakford, you are well placed to explore both Exmoor and Dartmoor and everywhere in between. Close to shops and pubs offering a choice of eateries so the pressure is off when it comes to cooking. Enjoy scenic walking routes to suit all abilities, ranging from gentle strolls to challenging long distance hikes. Other attractions within easy reach of the property include the grand western canal, Tiverton Castle and the beautiful Bickleigh. Further afield is the expansive beach at Minehead, the cathedral city of Exeter, and the medieval village of Dunster with its ancient castle. Approaching this property down quiet country lanes, guests will immediately appreciate the secluded surroundings which allow them to escape the stresses of day to day life. The impressive and contemporary accommodation offers guests a superb holiday home with a huge open plan lounge/diner with snug at one end with books games and a pool table. The lounge area entices you to relax on the comfy sofas and watch the Smart TV or challenge your partner to a game of pool or just put your feet up and enjoy a good book. The centre of the property offers a large dining table seating everyone comfortably, a wood burner and large French doors that open up onto the garden. The kitchen is separated by a breakfast bar and is well equipped and where guests will find everything they need to cook up a storm including a large Range oven and hob, microwave, large American style fridge/freezer, and dishwasher. For those who need to do laundry, there is a washing machine and tumble dryer located in a separate utility room. The property has six bedrooms in total, four on the ground floor, two king, two twin zip and link beds each with their own en suite shower rooms with WC's and one king size with access to a wet room shower with WC, this wet room also has a door from the hallway. A separate WC is also on the ground floor. Up to the first floor is a king sized with en suite shower room with shower and WC and a fabulous master super king size bedroom with luxurious en suite bathroom with freestanding slipper bath, separate shower and WC. Heading outside through the large picture French doors which offers superb rattan style garden furniture and a private hot tub. Strike up the BBQ or the wood fired pizza oven on the patio area. Overlooking sweeping Devon countryside you will also find a large lawn area, ideal for ball games. Ample off road parking at the rear and the front entrance for up to six cars.
Set in the beautiful Exmoor National Park, this cottage is the ideal base to explore Exmoor s glorious moorland countryside, paddle in the clear meandering streams , and sunbathe on the wonderful sandy beaches of Devon and West Somerset. With views over the Barle valley, wild red deer grazing from the neighbouring woods and Exmoor ponies in the fields next door it is a wonderful tranquil place to relax. The coast to the North at Porlock and Minehead (with a steam railway) is within a 20min drive with wonderful long sandy beaches to be found further west at Woolacombe and Saunton Sands. These beaches are particularly popular with families for swimming and surfing. This is an ideal spot for all the family to be based with plenty of places to walk and explore Exmoor as well as many children s activity centres, zoos, wildlife centres, horse riding, golfing and fishing. Only 3 miles away is the vibrant little town of Dulverton which has pubs, restaurants, tearooms, a small supermarket, delicatessen, bakery, butchers, Doctors and pharmacy. A short drive can also be taken to discover the picturesque Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty the Blackdown Hills and the Quantock Hills. The Cottage has Wifi and Freesat TV. Amenities: private parking space immediately outside the cottage. Bed linen, towels, electric, Wi Fi and night storage heating included. The property is supplied with water from a spring, 2 dogs welcome. Location: beach 20 miles, shop and pub 3 miles. The detached barn, situated on one floor, offers ONE bedroom with king size bed, TV with Freeview and DVD for those lazy mornings and views over the Barle Valley. Bathroom: with shower over bath and WC. Lounge/kitchen/diner: the living area also has views out over the Barle Valley with feature wood panelling and woodburner effect electric fire, flatscreen Freesat TV, DVD and plenty of books. Kitchen area equipped with an electric oven, hob, combination microwave, fridge with small freezer compartment and dishwasher. Washer/dryer located in hallway. Outside: unattached enclosed private garden beyond the parking area. There is also a small open patio area with garden table and chairs directly outside the property.
Converted barn in a peaceful rural location near Watchet, an ideal base for touring Somerset, you will be a short drive to a choice of seaside resorts as well as Exmoor and the Quantock Hills. The barn is situated within an arable farm setting outside the village of Washford, surrounded by working farmland and is less than 1 mile to the village of Roadwater with its village inn and shop. For those who enjoy exploring the countryside, the Brendon, Quantock, Exmoor hills and many other renowned beauty spots of the area are all nearby. Enjoy strolling the country lanes immediately from the property. Venture further afield and explore a choice of popular attractions within easy reach which include West Somerset Steam Railway, Somerwest World at Minehead, The Valley of the Rocks, Clarks Village at Street, Dunster Castle and much more. Enjoy a good meal in a choice of local pubs serving good food or relax in the garden. The accommodation is furnished and equipped to a high standard and offers FOUR bedrooms: upstairs offers a super king size with TV, en suite bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 1 king size and 1 twin. Family bathroom with shower over bath and WC. Downstairs offers 1 twin with en suite shower room with WC. Separate WC. Lounge/kitchen/diner: well equipped with cooker, fridge, dishwasher, microwave, TV and DVD. Utility room: with washing machine and freezer. Outside: large enclosed lawn area to the front with seating and patio area. WiFi due to the location, the Wi Fi can sometimes be intermittent. Regret no dogs. Location: beach 4 miles, pub, shop and cider farm shop 1 mile.
Ideally situated on the edge of the delightful Exmoor village of Roadwater and within walking distance to a post office/shop and a pub. Located in Exmoor National Park providing easy access to a vast choice of walks, cycle routes, fishing and birdwatching. Head to the coast and visit Watchet with its pretty harbour, or the coastal town of Minehead with its sandy beach. Step back in time and aboard a steam train; conveniently located two miles away in Washford village is the West Somerset Railway that takes you through the beautiful Somerset countryside. Further along the coast are the attractive villages of Porlock, Lynmouth and Lynton and Dunster, with its National Trust castle towering above it. This characterful barn conversion has been lovingly refurbished and makes a perfect escape which has been even been featured on Escape to the Country. You are welcomed into the delightful accommodation through the front door where you will be greeted by the perfectly equipped kitchen/diner which has an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, counter freezer, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine and washer/dryer, it is a great space for cooking lazy breakfasts or trying out new recipes. Completing the downstairs accommodation is a super king size bedroom with an en suite bathroom with roll top bath, separate shower and WC, complete with bathrobes and slippers. Heading upstairs from the kitchen/diner is the lounge which has been built into the eaves of the property and boasts an apex ceiling and exposed beams. Settle in for a snug evening with a bottle of wine and a film on the Smart TV, or relax with your favourite book and let Alexa play your favourite soundtracks. Outside, there is a small private seating area overlooking the garden, great for enjoying your morning coffee or a glass of wine under Exmoor s star filled skies. There is also a shared sloping lawned garden for guests to enjoy approached via steep steps, at the top of the garden there is a Pergola to sit and relax. There is also parking for one car available.
Tucked in the thick forest just meters from the gentle stream, Watersmeet Cottage is a beautiful home with a delightfully classical style, brimming with original character.
The welcoming living room is incredibly cosy, with two large sofas and an armchair around the log-burner and TV and even underfloor heating, ideal for the cooler months! Your majestic open-plan kitchen and dining room, with a bonus sofa, is a fabulous hub of the home, complete with a huge range cooker for whipping up some excellent meals! There’s tons of space for plenty of chefs to get involved and what’s more – the huge vaulted ceiling and stable doors leading out onto the patio make this a great central area for social occasions, connecting the interiors and exteriors seamlessly.
There are four bedrooms in total, all with an incredibly sophisticated and cosy design, including beautifully paired wooden furniture, vast double beds and enormous windows in each! Between the four rooms are three elegant bathrooms, including large tubs and rain-showers. One of the rooms features two single beds, which can be converted to a single super-king-size bed on request.
Out on the terrace, including both a front and side patio, you can enjoy a relaxed afternoon of soaking up the sunshine and indulging in a cream tea, all while enjoying the surrounding beauty of the Exmoor National Park. Thanks to your fabulously rural location you can enjoy the calm of the natural world and only the sounds of the birds singing and the East Lyn River flowing towards the sea.
The local harbour village of Lynmouth has a vibrant array of shops, pubs and tea rooms, as well as a picturesque harbour and several stunning beaches. You can enjoy walks in every direction, not least the renowned locations of the Valley of Rocks, Hunters Inn, Porlock Weir and the Doone Valley all nearby.
Enjoy the warm, welcoming and easy-going folk of the West Country, and the endless sandy beaches, fossil cliffs, medieval towns and national parks of Devon, a truly unmissable county!
For a perfect day in the fresh air and sunshine, Exmoor National Park and the 954km2 Dartmoor National Park, with their endless rugged moorland, woodland, farmlands and valleys sprinkled with granite tors are ideal for walking, horse riding, mountain biking, climbing and much more! The magnificent Jurassic Coast, comprising 95 miles of coastline with 185 million years of geological history is well worth a visit, with the South West Coast Path running along a large section of it.
If you’re after a traditional English beach trip with the added delight of white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and world-class sailing and surfing, you will not be disappointed! Devon has two separate coastlines: to the south is the English Channel and to the north, the Irish Sea and Bristol Channel.
The sublime English Riviera, a series of picturesque, south-coast harbour towns, is the nickname of the magnificent southern coastline. Torquay is one of the main highlights: a delightful seaside resort town well known for its beaches such as Babbacombe and the cliffside Oddicombe. Torquay Harbour offers shops, cafes and a marina, while the nearby Torre Abbey, a monastery founded in 1196, has art galleries and extensive gardens. The smaller seaside town of Ilfracombe can be found on the northern coastline, and is a small, hilly harbour surrounded by cliffs.
And for a lively city, to the south-east is Exeter on the River Exe, with its Roman era City Walls, vaulted, medieval underground passages and stunning Gothic cathedral, built in the 12th-century. To the west of the county you’ll find the larger city of Plymouth, with a fine display of its maritime tradition in the Barbican’s Tudor and Jacobean buildings and Sutton Harbour’s heritage trail. Both cities have bustling high-streets and lively nightlife thanks to the sizeable student populations!
Notable events in the area include the Devon County Show in Exeter each May, the Dartmouth Royal Regatta in August and the British Firework Championships in Plymouth also in August.
If flying to the area, Exeter International operates flights between Paris CDG, Amsterdam and countless UK cities, and the nearby Bristol International Airport has nearly 80 destinations.
The Lodge is a lovely single-storey, detached lodge resting near North Molton, Devon. Hosting an open-plan studio layout with a king-size (zip/link can be twin on request) bed, along with a kitchen, dining area and sitting area with sofa bed, and a shower room, sleeping up to two guests. Outside there is off-road parking for two cars and a garden with seating area and lawn. The Lodge is a delightful retreat for two on the edge of the wondrous Exmoor National Park.
