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Local Area

Perfectly situated two miles from Exmoor's Heritage Coast with spectacular views across a privately owned valley, Coulscott is less than a mile from Combe Martin, the Tarka Trail and the South West Coastal Path. Within the 13 acre grounds available to our guests there are many tranquil ares where one can sit and read or just simply relax and take in the stunning views.

Combe Martin village, famous for having the longest High Street in the Country boasts 2 small supermarkets, cash points, petrol stations, garage, chemist, bakery, a fish and chippy and numerous eateries some overlooking the beach and harbour. 

Coupled with the many fetes, carnivals and colourful events that take place throughout the summer you will find plenty to occupy your time if so inclined.

Combe Martin Beach Hangman Cliffs - Combe Martin

Spectacularly beautiful, awe inspiring, Exmoor and just half a mile from our gates! With over 700 miles of footpaths and bridle ways, tumbling waterfalls and rivers, heather topped hills the Park looks beautiful whatever the time of year. The Victorians christened it Little Switzerland and as you travel through it is possible to see wild ponies, birds of prey, red deer and ancient horned sheep amongst other things. 

Situated in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty there are excellent beaches such as Woolacombe, Croyde and Saunton as well as many other visitor attractions just a short car ride away.

North Devon has a fantastic coast line ranging from the highest cliffs in England to what is said to be the countries best beach.

Exmoor Cliffs Woolacome Beach

Beaches

Hele Bay - Close - Dogs OK.

Sandymouth Beach - Good for sports. Beware of currents. Dog access restricted May - September. Near Bude. Sandymouth Beach website

Lee Bay - No dogs. Loos and tearoom in season. Near Lynton. Lee Bay website.

Putsborough and Woolacombe - Dog access restricted to May - September. Dogs can go between the two beaches. Very good for sports. Woolacombe website.

Bucks Mills Cove - Near Bidiford - Usually quiet.

Saunton Sands - 3 Miles long - Food available all year - Dogs permitted. Saunton Website.

Clovelly HarbourClovelly Website.

Lynmouth Beach - Dogs OK. Lynmouth Website

Tunnels Beach Ilfracombe Surfer at Woolacombe

Lee Beach - Dogs OK.

Croyde - Dog access restricted May - September. Good for sports. Croyde website.

Westward Ho! - Near Bideford - Dog access restricted - Loos and cafe. Westward Ho! website.

Bude Beach - North Cornwall. Bude Beach website.

Barricane Beach - Adjacent to Woolacombe - Not accessible at high tide - Kiosk for drinks etc.

Instow - Near Bideford - Dog access restricted - Loos and cafe. Instow website.

Tunnels Beaches - Hand carved tunnels - Beach, Kayaking, Bar, Loos, Shop. Open March - October : 10.00-18.00. Tunnels website.

Clovelly Harbour Lynmouth - Porlock Coast


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