A large thatched Exmoor pub in Winsford is surrounded by trees and bushes in autumn colours. Winsford - A Picturesque Exmoor Village With a Historic Thatched Pub

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Discover the charm of Exmoor holiday cottages, providing an array of accommodations for all seasons, ranging from intimate one-bedroom cottages to luxurious holiday retreats. Nestled within the Exmoor National Park, experience the beauty of rolling moorland and tree-filled valleys spanning 267 square miles of North Devon and West Somerset. Choose from cosy thatched cottages, barn conversions, or beautifully restored manor houses, all catering to various needs, from romantic getaways to locations for large house parties.

Where Exmoor meets the sea, marvel at rivers and streams cascading down Europe's highest cliffs between Porlock and Combe Martin. Walk the South West Coast Path between Lynton and Combe Martin to brave the heights at Great Hangman and Little Hangman and enjoy Bristol Channel views across to Wales. Wander down flower-filled lanes to picturesque riverside villages like Exford, Brendon, Malmsmead, Simonsbath, and Withypool. Explore Exmoor's inviting tea rooms and pubs, offering local ale, culinary delights sourced locally, and delightful cream teas.

Extend your exploration to charming locations such as Winsford and Wheddon Cross, each offering unique moorland experiences for walking or touring holidays in any season. Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Exmoor, where holiday homes become your home amid quaint villages and the breathtaking expanse of wild moorland.

An Exmoor cottage overlooks a deserted country lane.
Sleeps
10
Bedrooms
4

Enjoy life amidst Exmoor National Park’s unspoilt beauty with a stay at Travellers Rest, a large Exmoor holiday cottage near Timberscombe in Somerset with stone floors, wooden beams, and two wood-burning stoves. The cottage is set in a scenic valley surrounded by moors and woodland,

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A large contemporary holiday cottage overlooks fields dipping down to a beach and ocean views.
Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
6

Discover Owlscombe, an Exmoor coastal cottage offering panoramic sea views and luxurious accommodations. Located in picturesque Porlock Weir, this 6-bedroom seaside holiday home sleeps 12 and is pet-friendly. Enjoy spacious living areas, eco-friendly features, and a games room for entertainment. Step outside to explore nearly an acre of expansive gardens, complete with seating areas and BBQ facilities. With its stunning location and modern amenities, Owlscombe is the perfect choice for your Porlock Weir holiday.

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A stone-built North Devon barn conversion overlooks a paved courtyard.
Sleeps
9
Bedrooms
3

Escape to the tranquillity of West Bowden Farm, a charming Exmoor farm cottage near Knowstone. This spacious retreat, part of a 17th-century farmhouse, offers a peaceful self-catering holiday for up to six guests. Enjoy far-reaching rural views from the inviting sitting room. Explore the farm fields and sleep peacefully in well-appointed bedrooms. Modern amenities and a pet-friendly policy make it the perfect base for exploring Exmoor's beauty. Discover the authentic charm of Exmoor country at this idyllic rural retreat.

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Exterior of a Somerset Cottage with large chimney in front of tall trees and overlooking a large courtyard.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Set on a working farm near Wheddon Cross, the highest village on Exmoor, Hedgehog Cottage promises serenity and wonderful countryside views. The pet-friendly cottage offers fresh air, spacious grounds, a log fire, country charm, and contemporary luxury.

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A twin-gabled Exmoor barn conmverion surounded by a lawn.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Large families looking to holiday off the beaten track can enjoy a stay at Nethercote Byre in the centre of Exmoor, a child-friendly barn conversion near the Somerset villages of Winsford and Exford. It features a living room with a wood burner, a games room with table football and four comfy bedrooms.

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A terrace of thatched cottages overlook a road and beachfront at low tide.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Captain’s Cottage in Minehead, Somerset, offers beachfront charm with sea views. This thatched seaside cottage sleeps four in two bedrooms. Period features include an inglenook fireplace, a modern kitchen, and a rear terrace for sea gazing. The dog-friendly cottage has no garden. It is close to the harbour and the South West Coastal Path. Limited mobility is cautioned. It is an Ideal Exmoor coast retreat.

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Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Grist Mill is a large and characterful rural holiday cottage in Dunster, a medieval village on the West Somerset coast. It is a charming semi-detached cottage that can accommodate up to eight guests. It boasts a spacious leafy garden with furnished areas, a brand-new sunroom, unique decor and furnishings, an open-plan design, a modern style, and a warm and inviting wood-burning stove.

The large semi-detached cottage sleeps eight and features a large leafy garden with furnished areas, a new sunroom, quirky décor and furnishings, open-plan design, contemporary style and a cosy wood-burning stove.

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L-Shaped farm cottage overlooks a lawn with mature shrubs.
Sleeps
7
Bedrooms
3

Church Farm is a beautifully preserved Exmoor holiday cottage in Stoke Pero belonging to the National Trust. It offers self-catering accommodation for seven guests in three bedrooms in a beautiful part of the National Park in an idyllic rural location near Dunkery Beacon, where wild red deer and Exmoor ponies roam freely. Pets are welcome.

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A leafy courtyard with table and chairs in front of a stone-built Somerset cottage
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Yellow Gate Cottage is a gorgeous stone-built Porlock holiday cottage set in the heart of this small town on the West Somerset Coast town within Exmoor National Park. The pet-friendly property sleeps four and lies just minutes from beautiful beaches. It features exposed beams, a galley-style kitchen, an open-plan design and a delightful furnished courtyard.

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