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.
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.
South Molton is a charming historic market town. You can either walk or drive to the busy indoor market, independent shops, and numerous cafes and pubs. It is a perfect spot for those seeking a countryside getaway, yet it has easy access to Exmoor National Park (19 miles). It is also conveniently located to explore the dramatic coastline of North Devon and the beautiful sandy beaches of Croyde, Woolacombe, Saunton, and Instow, all within 35 miles. Enjoy visiting the wealth of attractions where there is something to suit all ages and tastes including the Quince Honey Farm with its all weather indoor play area, just a short drive away. This stunning detached barn is accessed via the owners' private gated entrance and is situated at a good distance from the owners' property. Enter through the large oak door and into the lounge/kitchen/dining room which is a beautiful light space and is fully equipped with a Belfast sink, electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, and washing machine. The dining table seats four people comfortably, the perfect place to sit and enjoy a meal or two. Moving through to the lounge area, with comfy seating, french doors out onto the garden, smart TV, and wood burner, it really is the perfect spot to relax and unwind after a busy day. Following through the hall off from the kitchen you will find the shower room with WC, along with the two bedrooms, a twin room with views out over the countryside, and the king size bedroom with dual aspects and again with fabulous views over the countryside. Outside is an enclosed patio area with a private hot tub. There is also the owners' field which has a trampoline and football goal available for use. There is private off road parking for 2 cars
This beautiful barn has been converted with exceptional attention to detail and nestles in a courtyard setting. It is perfect for families or friends who want to spend time away together and is a fantastic base for exploring the coast and Exmoor which is renowned for its 'Dark Skies'. The historic market town of South Molton is 3.5 miles away and offers a twice weekly indoor market, independent shops and numerous cafes and pubs. Visit the dramatic coastline of North Devon and the beautiful sandy beaches of Saunton (19.5 miles), Instow (20 miles), Croyde (22 miles) and Woolacombe (24.5 miles). Enjoy visiting the wealth of attractions where there is something to suit all ages and tastes including Quince Honey Farm (2 miles) with its all weather indoor play area and restaurant. Step inside this stunning property and you will immediately find yourself in a spacious entrance hall which leads through to the fantastically appointed open plan living area. The lounge/kitchen/diner is made for relaxing with a contemporary wood burner and French doors opening into the courtyard. The well equipped kitchen is a great space for cooking lazy breakfasts or trying out new recipes. Completing the downstairs accommodation is a utility room with a WC. Head upstairs to the three well appointed bedrooms: a master double benefiting from an en suite shower room, a second double and a twin room. Completing this floor is an immaculate family bathroom. An enclosed cobbled/paved courtyard garden complete with garden furniture is an ideal entertaining space in good weather.
Borders the picturesque scenery of the Exmoor National Park, this beautiful property is situated on 300 acres of a working sheep farm. In the surrounding countryside there are great country walks to experience, local beauty spots to explore and activities to enjoy including riding, fishing, and moorland safari. Enjoy a meal in one of the wonderful character country pubs in the area. For those who want to balance the peace of the countryside with other pursuits, the historic market town of South Molton with its pannier market, antique shops and tea rooms is just 4 miles. Upon entering this wonderful property, take a few steps down into the kitchen, where you can whip up a meal before heading over to the dining table for the evening. A few steps lead you up to the lounge which has a high apex ceiling, wood burner to give warmth no matter what the season and French doors, which provide access to the large terrace offering wonderful country views. The feature floor to ceiling windows in the lounge allow the tranquillity of the surrounding countryside to filter into the property, and these large, sliding doors from the dining area onto the terrace extends this space outside. There is also a bathroom on the ground floor. Upstairs there are two spacious bedrooms, a king size and twin that both have en suite shower rooms, and offer wonderful views of the surrounding countryside. Heading outside the stunning views will captivate you. Enclosed and private, dine on the terrace and enjoy your tranquil surroundings. There is also direct access to enjoy the field beyond which is shared with the next door holiday cottage and is occasionally used by the owners sheep.
Located on a 300 acre working sheep farm and bordering the scenic Exmoor National Park, surrounded by lush countryside, meadows, and valley views, it's the perfect location for a peaceful escape in rural Devon. There are many other local beauty spots nearby and great country walks and activities such as riding and fishing to enjoy. Spend an evening dining in one of the character country pubs, or head further afield to one of the Devon beaches within 22 miles. The market town of South Molton is just 3 miles away, perfect for wandering around the local shops or for indulging in a Devon cream tea in one of the popular tea shops. This private detached property has a well appointed kitchen/diner which offers fantastic views over the rolling hills. The cosy lounge provides the perfect place to sit back and relax in front of the wood burner with extensive views through the French doors leading to your own enclosed lawn. The traditional 16th century cottage interiors have kept much of its original character and charm. There are two attractive beamed bedrooms on the first floor offering great country views. There is a family bathroom downstairs with WC and an additional separate WC upstairs. Heading outside the stunning views will captivate you. Enclosed and private, dine on the terrace and enjoy your tranquil surroundings whilst the children play on the lawn or in the children's play area that s exclusive to this property.
