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The Best of Exmoor

Gamekeeper’s Cottage, Martinhoe

Parracombe
Excellent
6 reviews
  • 4
    Guests
  • 2
    Bedrooms
  • 1
    Bathrooms
  • Pets
    welcome
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Gamekeeper's Cottage offers an ideal base for those wishing to explore this wonderful part of the North Devon coastline. Sleeping upto 4 guests. Accessed by private driveway, the cottage has a private sunny patio with wonderful sea and valley views. Pet friendly with secure shared garden and parking

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This two-storey cottage is one of only three holiday cottages in this large character building situated in the peaceful and idyllic splendour of Exmoor National Park. Offering spectacular sea and valley views, this delightful cottage is tucked into a hillside overlooking the the Heddon Valley, considered one of Exmoor's most beautiful valleys, in the heart of the National Park. Hunters Inn  – one of Exmoor’s most famous character Inns is situated in the valley and is a short walk from the cottage. 

Sleeps up to 4 guests
One ground floor bedroom with king-size bed and single bed
First-floor bedroom with twin beds, accessed via a spiral staircase. PLEASE NOTE: All occupants of the upstairs bedroom must be capable of using an escape window and ladder to exit the property in the event of fire: no unaccompanied children are permitted to sleep in this room.
Large private decked veranda with sea views
Ground floor kitchen, and open plan living-dining room
Family bathroom with bath and separate shower
Bed linen and towels provided
Superfast wifi, heating and electricity included
Up to 2 dogs welcome for £20 each
Shared laundry facility 
Cot available on request
Friday or Monday changeover for week-long bookings
Short breaks available
Arrive from 4 pm
Depart by 10 am

Gamekeeper’s Cottage has a kitchen, bathroom, large ground-floor double bedroom, sitting room and first-floor bedroom with twin beds, accessed via a spiral staircase. There is a large first floor balcony and a patio with seating and both with wonderful views.  Outside, there is a secure shared garden for all three cottages.

A covered front patio leads directly into the open plan comfortable living/dining room with an electric wood burner effect fire set in a feature fireplace. The well-equipped kitchen has all you will need for preparing meals. A very spacious bedroom at the rear offers flexible sleeping with a kingsize and single bed and a large bathroom with bath and walk-in shower completes the ground floor facilities. The first floor is accessed by a narrow and steep, spiral staircase (low headroom).  At the front a glazed door leads to a large veranda that offers amazing views along the valley and toward the sea. At the rear is a twin-bedded room (occupants of this room must be capable of using an escape window and ladder in the event of fire: no unaccompanied children are permitted to sleep in this room).

A refundable security deposit of £75 is payable when booking this property.  This amount will be added to the total price of your booking and will be refunded after your stay unless the owner discovers damage to the property or its contents after your departure.

Sleeping arrangements

Appliances and amenities

  • Kitchen / Kitchenette
  • Towels provided,Linen provided
  • High chair
  • Iron and board
  • TV
  • Clothes dryer,Washing machine,Dishwasher
  • Cooker,Freezer,Microwave,Fridge,Toaster
  • Breakfast included
  • Fan
  • Games room
  • Electric vehicle charge point
  • Central heating
  • Bath
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Hair dryer
  • Log fire
  • Kettle
Ground floor: 
Living/dining room with Smart TV with Freesat, DVD player and DAB Radio with dock for iPhone. Kitchen with electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, slimline dishwasher and Nespresso coffee machine. Bedroom 1 with King and Single beds and DAB radio/alarm. Bathroom with bath, separate walk-in shower, WC and basin. 

Spiral staircase to First Floor: 
Bedroom 2 with twin beds (guests occupying this room must be capable of using an emergency escape window and ladder in case of fire: no unaccompanied children are permitted to sleep in this room) and DAB radio/alarm. 

Facilities and Services:
Linen and towels. Oil CH. No smoking. Free Superfast Wi-Fi.  
Utility room containing washing machine and dryer - shared with the other two holiday cottages.

Outside the Property

  • BBQ
  • Parking
  • private garden (not enclosed)
  • Jacuzzi or hot tub
  • Shared garden
  • private garden (enclosed)
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Sea view
  • Secure parking
  • Detached Property
  • Pool (communal)
  • Pool (private)
There's a private patio directly outside the property with seating and wonderful views and a vovered balcony on the first floor. There is also a secure shared garden for exclusive use of guests of the 3 cottages (Gamekeeper's Cottage and two neighbouring holiday cottages, each sleeping 2).

Gamekeeperr's Cottage provides a peaceful escape, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the beautiful Exmoor countryside. Enjoy stunning views of the valley and out to sea. Nearby footpaths offer inspiring walks along sea cliffs with breathtaking coastal scenery. The Heddon River winds through a wooded valley to Heddons Mouth beach, all easily accessible from the cottage. Explore famous local beauty spots, including the twin coastal villages of Lynton and Lynmouth, the Doone Valley, Watersmeet, and Porlock Weir. Discover magnificent high cliffs, hidden sand and shingle coves along the dramatic Exmoor coast, with wide sandy surfing beaches at Woolacombe and Croyde just a short drive away.

Parking

Off-road parking for 2 cars in the parking area in front of the cottage.

Electric vehicle charge point

Electric car charging points are available in the Heddon Valley, at Parracombe Stores and in Lynmouth. Charging from the domestic supply at the cottages is not permitted.

Pets

Pets welcome

2 x Dog(s), £20 per stay

Cat(s)

Horses

Up to 2 dogs welcome for £20 each. Dogs must not be left alone in the cottage at any time.

Restricted Mobility

Restricted mobility

Suitable

Wheelchair users

Not suitable
Most of the accommodation is on the ground floor, therefore may be suitable for guests with restricted mobility. Just the twin bedroom and upstairs terrace are accessed via the spiral staircase. An Access Statement is available.

Children

Suitable for children

1 x Cot available (£0.00)

Highchair

Travel cot available on request, for a child under 2 years of age. Occupancy restrictions apply in Gamekeeper's first floor bedroom meaning that we are currently unable to accommodate unaccompanied children in this room. Please contact us for further information.

Health & safety

Home safety features
Exterior lighting,Smoke detector,Fire extinguisher,First-aid kit
Exit in case of emergency
Alarms will sound in the event of a fire. Emergency lighting will switch on in the event of a power cut. Fire resistant doors are fitted on bedrooms and kitchens. Exit doors are fitted with thumb-turn locks, to enable key-less exit from the property. If you discover a fire within the cottages evacuate the premises and, if it is safe to do so, dial 999 from the utility room. Alert us of the fire by calling 753987 – free. Fire extinguishers and fire blankets are provided in the kitchen of each cottage and in the laundry room. Use them if it is safe to do so, but always ensure your exit is clear. Do not put yourself at unnecessary risk. Do not re-enter the cottages to retrieve personal possessions.

Christmas / New Year

For Christmas and New Year bookings we can supply a real tree and decorations if you wish and various additional seasonal items in our welcome pack.

Cancellation Policy

  • 3 months
  • 60 days
  • 30 days
  • 14 days
  • 7 days
  • 1 days
Free cancellation
50% refund Non-refundable
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Firm Full refund for cancellations up to 30 days before check-in. If booked fewer than 30 days before check-in, full refund for cancellations made within 48 hours of booking and at least 14 days before check-in. After that, 50% refund up to 7 days before check-in. No refund after that. Show more

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The region

Located in the west of Exmoor National Park, with its deep wooded valleys and stunning coastal cliffs, there are plenty of beautiful walks. There are walks for varying abilities around the Heddon Valley. Walks which can include part of the South West Coast Path, exploring Woody B...
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EATING OUT & TAKEAWAY 
 
Suggestions for eating out/takeaway (*booking advised).  

Heddon Valley & Parracombe

Hunters Inn, Heddon Valley EX31 4PY (pub/restaurant) 01598 763230
Fox & Goose, Parracombe EX31 4PE (pub/restaurant) 01598 763239* 
Caffyns Farm Barn, Caffyns EX35 6JW (farm shop/café) 01598 753967

Lynton & Lynmouth

The Blue Ball, Countisbury EX35 6NE (pub/restaurant) 01598 741263*
The Oak Room, Lynton EX35 6HW (restaurant) 01598 753838*
The Old Bank, Lynton EX35 6HY (restaurant) 01598 751487*
Cottage Inn, Lynbridge EX35 6NR (Thai restaurant) 07977 609426* 
Rising Sun, Lynmouth EX35 6EG (pub/restaurant) 01598 753223*
Ancient Mariner, Lynmouth EX35 6EL (pub/restaurant) 01598 752238*
Charlie Friday’s, Lynton EX35 6AA (café) 07544 123324
The Pavilion, Lynmouth EX35 6EQ (café) 01598 753484 

Other recommendations

Staghunters Inn, Brendon EX35 6PS (pub/restaurant) 01598 741222*
Rockford Inn, Rockford EX35 6PT (pub/restaurant) 01598 741214* 
Black Venus, Challacombe EX31 4TT (pub/restaurant) 01598 763251* 
Bottom Ship, Porlock Weir TA24 8PB (pub/restaurant) 01643 862274*
Pyne Arms, East Down EX31 4LX (pub/restaurant) 01271 850055* 
Kings Arms, Georgeham EX33 1JJ (pub/restaurant) 01271 890240*

Takeaway Food

Fish and chip shops are available in Lynmouth, as are pasty shops. Authentic curries are available from The Spicey Mare in Lynton check Facebook for menus and opening times.

Pop-up eateries appear around the area during the season. Recent recommendations include: curries at Barricane Beach Cafe, Woolacombe; and pizzas at The Stores in Croyde. Check online for operating times.

Do tell us about any personal ‘finds’ you think should be included.
LOCAL INFORMATION & PLACES TO SEE

Houses and Gardens
There are wonderful gardens nearby at Marwood Hill Gardens near Ilfracombe www.marwoodhillgarden.co.uk  Castle Hill Gardens near Barnstaple www.castlehilldevon.co.uk and the famous RHS Rosemoor Gardens, near Torrington www.rhs.org.uk  The National Trust’s Arlington Court houses the National Carriage Collection. Dunster Castle is also a National Trust property www.nationaltrust.org.uk  Hartland Abbey is a privately owned house and garden www.hartlandabbey.com  A little further afield is Hestercombe House and Gardens near Taunton www.hestercombe.com
	
Towns & Villages
The towns of Barnstaple and Ilfracombe are about 40 minutes drive. Barnstaple has the famous Butchers Row and Pannier Market, the North Devon Museum and some beautiful Alms Houses, as well as town centre shopping. Ilfracombe has a picturesque and historic harbour featuring the famous Damien Hurst statue, Verity. Boat trips are available including to Lundy Island. There is a theatre, local shops, galleries, cafes and restaurants.

You will undoubtedly visit our own villages of Lynton and Lynmouth during your stay for their shops, craft centre, cinema, museums, water-powered cliff railway, cafes, restaurants and walks. Other villages well worth visiting are Porlock, Porlock Weir, Bossington, Selworthy, Dunster and the wonderful Clovelly www.clovelly.co.uk 

Heritage Railways
There are two steam railways in the area. The closest being at Woody Bay Station. This is part of the narrow gauge railway that used to run from Barnstaple to Lynton. It is currently a short run of track, but there are active plans to extend it www.lynton-rail.co.uk  

The steam railway at Minehead is the longest heritage railway in the UK. This runs to Bishops Lydeard and has several gala events during the year with guest locomotives www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk 

Horseriding
Horseriding on Exmoor is available at Brendon Manor Stables www.brendonmanor.com  Pony trekking is also available nearby at Caffyns Farm www.exmorcoastholidays.co.uk

Bike Hire
You can hire bikes and ride along the Tarka Trail from Barnstaple railway station following the river towards Braunton or on the old train track to Bideford via Instow www.tarkabikes.co.uk 

Open Top Bus (Exmoor Coaster)
Hop on board and get ready for an adventure on one of the most spectacular open-top bus rides, combining the wild beauty of the Exmoor National Park and the seaside harbours of Lynmouth and Ilfracombe.

Walks
We are surrounded by some of the most beautiful and spectacular cliff and moorland paths in the UK. The South West Coast Path is accessible at Hunters Inn. Information on local walks and a Landranger OS map of the area are all provided in the information box in the cottage. If you find walking difficult, the National Trust has ‘Tramper’ buggies that you can hire to take you to Heddons Mouth or on the coach path to Woody Bay (book in advance 01598 763556).

Beaches
Woolacombe, Saunton Sands and Croyde Bay are probably the best known and are all lovely sandy beaches popular with surfers too. Please note that some do have restrictions on access for dogs during the summer months. There are also rocky coves, the closest being our own Heddon's Mouth. After following the river down the valley, it opens up into a lovely beach of large boulders and rocks. Woody Bay can be good for a swim on a calm afternoon at high tide.

Recommended transport links

Airport

Exeter or Bristol

ferry port

Portsmouth or Plymouth

Train station

Barnstaple or Taunton

Car required

car necessary

More tips on how to get there

Full arrival information will be provided once the booking is paid in full.

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