Lynton Holiday Cottages North Devon: A Self Catering Victorian Character House near Barnstaple Exmoor

Interior
This elegant 19th century country house is nicely presented throughout, comfortable and spacious arranged over four levels. It accommodates up to 22 guests in ten well appointed, spacious bedrooms. These comprise: a family room ensuite with a double and twin beds; a super-king ensuite; one twin with basin; 1 twin bedroom ensuite with bath; 2 twin; 1 double with ensuite shower and basin; 2 double ensuite with shower; 1 twin with ensuite shower, WC & basin.

All bedrooms have a TV and some also have balconies overlooking the sea and gardens. The family bathroom has a bath with over shower and WC and there are two separate WCs.

The living areas include two large comfortable lounges both with open fires and views of the sea and gardens, one with baby grand piano. Each has a TV, (one with Freeview), a video and DVD player. From one lounge guests can stroll out onto a balcony overlooking the garden. The conservatory also offers magnificent views.

The dining room seats 24 at one large table and is adjacent to the farmhouse style kitchen. Here guests have the choice of a three oven Aga or double oven in addition to the hob, large larder fridge, large freezer, dishwasher and microwave. A separate laundry room houses a tumble dryer and washing machine.

Also provided are wireless internet, two music centres and a payphone.

Outside
The house is totally hidden in almost 3 acres of gardens and natural woodland. Relaxing on the terrace guests can enjoy the panoramic views across the bay and a BBQ is provided.

Local area
The Lynhurst is on the North Devon coast within the Exmoor National Park. Walking distance to a beach and a selection of pubs and restaurants, the house is just a short stroll from the famous cliff railway, Valley of the Rocks and the beautiful waterfalls of Watersmeet. Lynton and Lynmouth are both close by.

Explore the North Devon Atlantic coastline and blue flag beaches of Woolacombe, Croyde and Saunton Sands. Local centres provide golf, sea and river fishing, tennis, horse riding, quad bikes, alternative therapies, paintball, treasure hunts, surfing, walking and mountain biking. There are numerous animal parks, entertainment for children of all ages within a short car ride.

Lynton and Lynmouth
In the heart of Exmoor, Britain's smallest National Park, lie the villages of Lynton and Lynmouth with a combination of tree-clad cliffs, sheltered bays and sweeping moorland. Lynmouth, with its attractive harbour, and Lynton with its superb views, make ideal centres from which to explore Exmoor.

The twin villages are joined by the famous Cliff Railway, which was officially opened in 1890. It operates at a gradient of 1:10 covering a vertical height of 500 feet and is a wonderful example of Victorian ingenuity; the trip is well worth it for the views alone, which are breathtaking. Valley of Rocks is approximately 1 mile from the centre of Lynton where Castle Rock dominates, while other strangely weathered formations bear such names as the Devil's Cheesewring and Ragged Jack.

The villages have fascinating shops offering a range of crafts, ceramics, glassware and pottery. Take time to explore the art galleries and don't forget to treat yourself to locally made fudge and clotted cream.