Moor and Sea Holidays

Devon

Chic self-catering lodges, with beautiful gardens, far-reaching country views and the chance to walk to the sea.

Units 5
Sleeps 2 - 8
Bedrooms 1 - 9
Pets Yes
Mobility No

Ideal for

Babies
Toddlers
Older Kids
Teens

From £760/week

Surrounded by breathtaking country views and 11 acres of gardens and fields, Moor and Sea Holidays is perfectly located between rolling hills and the dramatic English coast. Eight stone-built lodges are thoughtfully and simply designed with young families in mind – with open plan living areas, peaceful bedrooms and gorgeous, newly-landscaped gardens, planted to encourage birds and bees. It’s a family haven.

About this place

Best bits

The fabulous setting. Situated between Exmoor and the sea, it’s the perfect place to be based when exploring award-winning beaches, dramatic moorland and charming harbour towns.
The gardens and surrounding fields are beautiful places to play, full of wildlife, great hide and seek spots and truly spectacular views.
Wild camping options are available if your children, or you, fancy sleeping under canvas for a night – with the fire pit lit to keep you warm and toasted marshmallows in constant supply.

Top tips

Barbecues, children's tents, outdoor and indoor games, beach windbreaks and more are available to borrow or hire.
A communal laundry room means you can pack light, safe in the knowledge that a load of sandy, muddy, mucky kids clothes can be chucked in the wash if needed.
On a hot day, try the local woodland walks with shady pools and waterfalls offering a refreshing wild dip.

Plan your stay

What are the facilities like? Where can you eat? What can you do?

Rooms

Simple, contemporary with a scandi-feel, the Moor and Sea Holiday lodges are beautiful spaces to enjoy. The eight stone-built lodges are located on a large, nature-filled site with great views over Exmoor and beyond. Sleeping between four and eight guests, they’re designed with families in mind and are a perfect option for either large get-togethers, or to be enjoyed privately for a small family retreat. All eight lodges have simple open-plan living areas, thoughtfully and well-equipped kitchens and peaceful bedrooms with luxurious soft linen bedding to ensure you have a relaxing and reinvigorating stay. Where possible, environmentally-friendly and natural materials were used in the renovation, including natural insulation and the unique and chic cork wall coverings. Low energy appliances and eco-friendly cleaning products further Moor and Sea’s green credentials.

The largest lodges are Whitebeam and Fern, each sleeping up to eight guests. Both lodges have two double bedrooms and a twin, with the two extra guests sleeping on a comfy double sofa bed, with an optional mattress topper, in the calm living space. There are two bathrooms, including a walk-in shower room finished with natural slate flooring and lots of plants. Both have washer/dryers available. There are six remaining lodges sleeping up to four guests, accommodated in a double bedroom and on one of those comfy double sofa beds. There are family bathrooms with either a shower or bath with shower over. A communal utility room is also available for guests' use, with two washing machines, two driers, airers, irons and ironing boards. Detergent and softener are provided so there is no need to bring your own. It’s also home to a well-stocked lending library with books for all ages, indoor games and puzzles and a good selection of outdoor games to use in the fields.

Eat

All of the lodges have bright, airy and well-equipped kitchens with an oven, grill, ceramic hob, fridge microwave, cafetière, hand blender and all the pots, pans, plates, bowls and cutlery you could need. Plus spacious dining spaces and private terraces where you can enjoy an al fresco breakfast or an evening barbeque. Delicious, locally sourced and produced food can be picked up from a recommended, local farm – or from one of several farm shops dotted around the North Devon area. A local baker that comes highly recommended by owners Bridget and Richard can supply scrumptious bread and cakes for special occasions. For a broader range of supplies, you can find small supermarkets in the nearby town of Lynton, with a selection of larger ones in Barnstaple.

If you fancy a night off cooking, they're a good place to start too, with several great family-friendly establishments, including Charlie Fridays and the Ancient Mariner. For a low key affair, there’s plenty of great restaurants offering takeaways too. So you can relax with an easy evening meal, in your holiday lodge, or set up a dreamy picnic spot in the field overlooking Exmoor for a dinner with a view. Eating al fresco is a must for spring and summer visitors. But don’t be limited to the site, although it has many great dining spots, fish and chips on the beach, a Devonshire cream tea in a harbour town or a picnic feast enjoyed half way along a leisurely and scenic coastal walk are musts. And no trip is complete until you've sample the local delicacies including pasties, cider, ice cream, crab sandwiches, succulent fudge and the freshest of sea food.

Activities

You’ll never be short of things to do at Moor and Sea Holidays. The gorgeous site has acres of outdoor space to explore and play in. Go on a bug hunt or bird watch, borrow games from the communal lending library or simply sit and bask in the glorious views from the comfort of your own private terrace. If the weather takes a turn for the worse, get crafty in the art room where you’ll find supplies for all sorts of creative endeavours, including fused glass workshops, that can be booked directly with Bridget.

For an extra special outdoor experience, book a Moor Wild Experiences through the Moor and Sea team – they offer brilliant foraging walks, bat detecting and stargazing evenings for families or take a holiday within your holiday, borrowing a tent and pitching up for a night of wild camping in the verdant lower field. Kids will love the sense of adventure, and you’ll be pleased to know that a delightfully comfortable bed and hot shower are just a short walk away.

But in such a wonderful location, there’s no way you won’t be off exploring. North Devon has some of the best beaches in the world, whether you want to learn to surf, play in the sand and swim or relax listening to the sound of the waves. Local activities include fantastic surfing spots, cycling, trail running, wild swimming, walking, horse riding, kayaking and fishing. Book onto a boat safari for an afternoon of seal spotting – lucky ones get to see dolphins and very occasionally, the reclusive porpoises! Nearby Lynmouth and Lynton afford a wonderful range of shopping, relaxing, and eating. There is even a lovely local cinema for rainy day or evening entertainment. Rail enthusiasts can jump on the famous Victorian funicular railway connecting the two. There really is something for everyone.

Accessibility

There is parking close to all of the lodges, walk-in showers in a selection and level access throughout. However, there are gravel areas and stepped access in some of the properties. Guests with mobility requirements are invited to contact the lovely owners ahead of booking to discuss requirements.

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Location & local area

Where is it and how do you get there?

By Road

Moor and Sea Holidays is located just off the A39 in North Devon. It’s around two hours from Bristol, three and a half from Birmingham or just over four from London.

By Air

Exeter Airport is just over an hour's drive away. It has regular flights to domestic and international destinations.

By Rail

The nearest train station is Barnstaple, where you can grab a local taxi to drive you half an hour to the site. There are daily departures from Barnstaple to Exeter, where you can find a greater range of connecting services to London or other Devon destinations.

About the owners

Bridget and Richard

Bridget and Richard beautifully renovated and landscaped Moor and Sea with the aim to offer a wonderful holiday experience for all their guests, whatever their age. They are on hand to help make your stay as effortless and enjoyable as possible.

Owner recommendations

Spend a day exploring Valley of Rocks and the local beach at Lee Bay. Clamber over the amazing terrain and see the wild goats then have fun on the lovely beach with a mixture of sand and pebbles and fun places to explore.
The walk to Heddon Mouth from Hunters Inn is only a mile each way but has spectacular scenery from lovely rocky streams to scree slopes and a beautiful pebbly cove with an old lime kiln at the end. This is a special interest place for butterflies and even otters if you are lucky enough to see them. Hunters Inn is a wonderful place to enjoy a meal with peacocks roaming the terrace and fun gardens in which children can play.
Woolacombe Sands is an international surf reserve with 3 miles of golden sand and crystal-clear water. why not take a picnic and a bach tent for a perfect family day out.
For a fun lunch, that’s sure to be a hit with little guests, try the local goat cafe, just a short meander down the road at Caffyns Cafe.