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Large Period House set in Ancient Woodland in Exmoor National Park near Lynmouth

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Exterior
8 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Property grounds
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14300 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Lynton, ENG
  • Watersmeet House
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Lynton and Lymouth Cliff Railway
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Valley of the Rocks
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪189 min drive‬

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About the area

Lynton

A family-friendly stay in Lynton awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 3 km (1.9 mi) from Watersmeet House and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Sillery Sands Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 4.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a dining area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Lynton holiday home include Exmoor National Park and North Devon Coast.

What's nearby

  • Watersmeet House - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Lynton and Lymouth Cliff Railway - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Valley of the Rocks - 11 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Exmoor National Park - 18 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Lee Abbey - 23 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Minehead Station - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lynmouth Harbour - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Charlie Friday's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Esplanade Fish & Chips - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lyndale Tea Rooms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Rockford Inn - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Large Period House set in Ancient Woodland in Exmoor National Park near Lynmouth

Oaklands is an impressive, 8-bedroom, traditional stone-built detached house sleeping 14 in comfort, situated between the open moor and the spectacular north Devon coast. Located outside the rural hamlet of Rockford with its well-regarded local inn where meals can be enjoyed. Oaklands has magical views across the East Lyn River, which falls dramatically to the sea at the village resort of Lynmouth just 4 miles away. Set in 1.5 acres with moorland garden and woods, which make great exploring, and a cascading stream and disused waterwheel from its early Victorian past, Oaklands is surrounded by one of the few remaining areas of ancient oak woodlands in England and has abundant wildlife (designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Site of Special Scientific Interest).

Renovated to modern standards with contemporary furnishings throughout, but keeping its original character, Oaklands has a large living room with aspect over the river and oak-beamed snug with Inglenook fireplace. A large separate dining room with an Arthurian round table seating up to 14 overlooks the front of the property and the very spacious and well equipped modern kitchen also offers a smaller breakfast/dining area. The eight bedrooms, many with river and valley views, and four bathrooms are laid out over two upper floors. There is also a small study / games room which can be used as an area for the younger members of the party. Oaklands is large and roomy for one family, or provides flexible accommodation for family gatherings or groups of friends and is a wonderful rural retreat no matter what the time of the year. Parking for 4 to 5 cars. Secure barn for bike / kayak / surfboard storage. Table football, board games and Wii games console available. Pets are welcome.

Surrounded by the splendour of Exmoor, Oaklands is at the apex of Exmoor’s footpaths, cycle routes and bridle ways, offering truly inspiring walks and rides along the river, over wooded valleys and towards the sea abound. Many famous beauty spots including Watersmeet, Porlock Weir and the twin coastal resort villages of Lynton and Lynmouth with their famous cliff railway, tourist attractions for all ages and dog-friendly beach are all within short scenic drives. Magnificent high cliffs, and hidden sand and shingle coves can be found all along the dramatic Exmoor coast whilst wide sandy surfing beaches at Woolacombe and Croyde are within an hour’s drive. Horse riding stables, mountain biking and road cycling, kayaking and angling on the East Lyn and country sports are all close by. Traditional Exmoor pubs and restaurants with fine dining are within easy reach. Adventure centres, golf, surf schools, Exmoor Zoo, a steam light railway and indoor visitor attractions are further afield. Oaklands and Exmoor offers something for everyone all year round.

Property manager

Peter Sammonds

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Non-smoking inside. Smoking allowed in garden.

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 3,229 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Two well behaved dogs are welcome.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Young children need to be supervised outside.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Large Period House set in Ancient Woodland in Exmoor National Park near Lynmouth?

The closest beach to Large Period House set in Ancient Woodland in Exmoor National Park near Lynmouth is Woody Bay Beach (7.7 km).

Does Large Period House set in Ancient Woodland in Exmoor National Park near Lynmouth have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Large Period House set in Ancient Woodland in Exmoor National Park near Lynmouth family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Large Period House set in Ancient Woodland in Exmoor National Park near Lynmouth is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Large Period House set in Ancient Woodland in Exmoor National Park near Lynmouth?

No, Large Period House set in Ancient Woodland in Exmoor National Park near Lynmouth does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Large Period House set in Ancient Woodland in Exmoor National Park near Lynmouth?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Large Period House set in Ancient Woodland in Exmoor National Park near Lynmouth Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Caroline N.

Large property set in beautiful surroundings

Communication and check in was easy and simple. We were provided with clear instructions on how to access the property and the amenities available in plenty of time. The property itself is large with plenty of room. It's quite eccentric and old but comfortable. Some areas were not as clean as we would have liked but it did not ruin the experience. The beds were not the most comfortable but we managed for a few nights. Location is stunning. Amazing walks and local pub. We also went house riding at Brendon Manor and i could not recommend this more highly. Excellent and a must for both adults and children.In all this is a great choice for a large group. We were 3/4 different families and fitted perfectly. The location is stunning with plenty to access in surrounding area. Had a small kitchen bundle which was a nice touch along with plenty of dishwasher tablets, soap and toilet paper. Also plenty of board games etc and table tennis. It's the small things that make a difference. The electric car charger is also great for convenience as the nearest charger is about 20 minutes away and a low voltage. Would recommend a visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful house

We had a delightful week at Oaklands, there's not many places where you can come out of the house and walk in any direction (ok - mostly up) and be in the middle of beautiful countryside without seeing another person on your walk. From the bats in the barn to the 31 different species of birds we heard, the sheep in the garden and the spectacular starry skies Oaklands puts you right in the middle of nature. Even on rainy days there was plenty to do, both in the house and outside. Peter was an excellent host and everything in the house worked without issue - the only thing it would benefit from is a coffee machine. We were sad to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous family holiday

The property is very big with.real character. The grounds and surroundings are lovely with a lovely small river in gront of the property which made a lovely soothing sound, so relaxing.The property had everything you could wish for.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gill H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Christmas holiday

The house and location was just perfect for a family ranging in age from 5 to 66. Plenty of room for everyone. The house has everything you need. We spent Christmas here and didn’t want for anything . Warm, comfortable and homely.Good communication with host. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Oliver H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful weekend

Fantastic location, lovely house and refreshingly uncomplicated hosting - thank you very much. Running through ancient woodland and out across the moors in the autumn sunshine was truly special. We would love to return…
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic house in an idyllic location

A family group stayed for three nights in October and had a lovely time. Plenty of room for us all and bedrooms to choose from. We all found it very comfortable and spacious. The kitchen was very well equipped. The Rockford Inn really was a 5-minute walk away and there were some lovely walks on the doorstep. We wouldn't hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khalid K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely weekend again

Oaklands in great house in a great location. We stayed as a group of 9 friends and love everything about the house. Lots of space, big rooms - fab.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Paul A.

Whole Family Holiday.

My first impression was of surprise to the location. I don't remember reading any warning about anyone having mobility issues. The pathway and steps are very steep, and the surface and steps could be better. I did have a fall, thankfully I didn't hurt myself. Perhaps a hand rail. Inside the property you could say was well lived in. We wouldn't expect it to be clinically clean but it could so with a little spruce up. The Fridge wasn't the cleanest, with black bits floating in the water dispenser. Hairs found on beds; the sofas needed a hover. My daughters were disappointed with the cleanness of the kitchen cupboards. Saying all that we had a nice holiday to celebrate my 70th Birthday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jean S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Oaklands

Truly pretty off the beaten track. VERY beautiful location. Perhaps not for folk who were not good walkers. Very steep valley with walk along the little road only for the elderly. Lovely though. House commodious - lots of hot water
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property in stunning surroundings

We loved our stay at Oaklands, check in was very easy, the owners were very helpful, the setting for this house is simply breathtaking, the bedrooms are spacious and the kitchen well equipped. Pony trekking just up the road. Would definitely come again..
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great break, lovely property

Very enjoyable weekend in a well appointed house. Everything as described, perfect communication, thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway for a large group.

What a great place for a large group to stay. We were a group of 10 friends who based ourselves here for a long weekend. The location is idillic in the bottom of the valley next to the river…it even has its own waterfall and former mill. The parking is ample with an EV charging point. The house was spotless and the kitchen extremely well equipped. We had great weather so we’re able to also take advantage of the BBQ. If you didn’t want to cook, the 2 local pubs (Rockford & Staghunters) within walking distance both served food and were very welcoming. There was a games room including a games console (although we were all a bit old to use it 😉) and plenty of things to entertain kids if you went as a family. Communication from the host was excellent and made the whole experience easy. I would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Oaklands

We had a fantastic weekend at Oaklands. The location is beautiful & the house had everything we needed. There were logs ready by the log burner and the welcome biscuits were, indeed, very welcome!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location for a Family Christmas

Large comfortable house in a valley with views over the river at the bottom of the valley. Lots of room for everyone with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms. The host was extremely helpful in responding quickly to emails and calling us on the day of arrival to check that all was OK. Minor drawback is the steep path to the house (but worth it for the view!). Would definitely recommend if you want a comfortable get away from it all stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Khalid K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fab location

A great location and spacious place. Clean, tidy with everything you need a for an idyllic stay in Devon. Would happily return for another stay. We all loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend break

Lovely house in beautiful surroundings
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family holiday

Very interesting location which took a bit of exploring. We lived the surroundings and the house and fiynd lovely places to go rriymd about. The weather was difficult to gauge as we learnt that it seemed less sunny in the forest than up the hill! We thought there were 2 en suite badrooms and struggled a bit to dry clothes at first but small snags on a lovely holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness

A very pleasant and well equipped home

We have just enjoyed a family reunion/holiday. Oaklands is a period home and the owners have gone to a lot of trouble to stock it so that it is well supplied with games and equipment for large mixed age groups. We very much appreciated the large round table in the dining room which seated our party of 7 adults and 6 children ages 2-9yrs. We ran into trouble when the stairgate gave up on us. We texted the owner in the evening and by early the next afternoon a replacement had been delivered, for which we were most grateful. The owners run the house in an eco friendly manner and we found supplies of suitable washing and cleaning materials provided. We were short of dishwasher tablets and couldn’t purchase these locally. We didn't think to contact the caretaker and sourced these some way away. All other supplies were quite sufficient for our needs. Perhaps of note to other mixed age families. the route to the front door is up a steep incline and as the owners mention is not suitable for those with restricted mobility or a buggy. Also, the hillside (lovely) garden is only suitable for primary school aged children with adult supervision (again, as mentioned in the house description). There are several areas in the garden with steep inclines. The surrounding area offers much for families to do and we barely scratched the surface. We therefore had a wonderful time at Oaklands The house is welcoming and comfortable and the owners have worked hard to make it so.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A very enjoyable holiday

We were a large party coming together to celebrate a family event. The house was a really lovely place to stay. It had everything we needed and helped make out weekend so enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Large house ideal for family get together

The property has plently of space for a family get together . Set in a remote location , with a pub 5 minutes walk away. Bedrooms are set over 2 floors with ample bathroom / shower rooms to accomodate large groups. Outside is a lawned area and seating with a small enclosed area for small children. The kitchen is fully equiped with a double oven and plenty of crockery, cooking equipment and tableware. There is a large table which seats 13. We had a great time with family
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Weekend Away

We love this area of Exmoor, it is absolutely beautiful, with fantastic walks along the river. Oaklands was perfect for our stay with our extended family and the children had a fantastic time, with plenty to occupy them, within and without the house. Peter, the owner, couldn't have been more helpful and accomodating. The house is beautiful and well stocked with everything you need. I would highly recommend a stay here. We can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

simon h.

Annual Autumn short break with friends

We enjoyed our stay after an initial poor experience. Specifically the cleaners were still on site @ 4.30 PM , so the floors were all very wet and the heating wasn’t working so the house was very cold. To be fair the caretaker did call out a plumber who fixed the heating, but advised us not to use the hot water until the following morning. Not the end of the world , but not a great experience given we had been playing golf in the afternoon and needed showers. The house is a great space for a larger group and is well equipped. The location is fantastic if you want rural peace with amazing vistas and just perfect night time stars
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place

The whole process of booking this lovely house was so easy ,and the owner kept in constant touch ,the house had everything a famiy could want ,from books CDs games ,table tennis in barn ,,and kitchen equipment was great pleny of everything ,and the surrounding area is stunning ,loved it ,
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sita S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful house for large groups in North Devon

The house was precisely as described in the online listing. Loads of room for our group of 12 adults, many bathrooms, excellent amenities. Everything worked, we had some fabulous family meals around the big table. The house is very well equipped, and we had everything we needed. Lots of nice walking within minutes and the surrounding countryside is gorgeous. This was a great base from which to explore the North Devon coast. Our group, ranging in age from 5 to 76, found plenty to do. The host was responsive, helpful and very charming. As warned in the listing, cellular reception is poor in the valley, but wifi was good, and there is a landline for calls. We enjoyed our stay very much and would most certainly go back.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Oakland

Nice big house with plenty of room for 10 of us. Beautiful night skies and fun watching the bats flying around at dusk. 2 decent pubs within walking distance. Lovely river close by with nice walks.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022