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Beautiful site, as mentioned the view is spectacular of coastline. My biggest plus was the size of the pitches. We had SO much space, at least double usual pitch sizes.
Shower blocks and washing up and recycling areas all pristine. Plenty of hot water, free showers. Flowers planted between pitches, picturesque.
Kids area was gorgeous, like a huge woody back garden with swings, an extra large hammock like contraption (my 9year old kid's favourite) and a roundabout. Very safe location, our kids hung out there every day and made lots of friends. Also friendly alpacas in the adjacent fields were very entertaining for the kids.
The only downside was galeforce winds-not that that was the site's fault!
We went to Combe Martin Wildlife and Safari Park which was a reasonable value whole day out-£40 for family of 4, about 10/15mins drive.
We will definitely be back here again, the best site I've ever been to and the kids agreed.
Great location; superb views - you will struggle to wash up and enjoy better scenery anywhere else! The immediate coast line is stunning; hidden coves etc within walking distance (Golden Cove is well worth the 230 steps) whilst the crabbing in the harbour was first rate! Further a field Morthoe (seals off the point)and Putsborough beach are fantastic.
We had a warm welcome and the rules/expectations were clearly explained to us. Pitches are a good size and the facilities are great; spotless toilets and hot showers. You are left in no doubt that this is a 'tranquil site' and the clientèle reflects this - lots of families with younger children. Not sure that this didn't make us a feel just a bit self conscious about our children (only 8 and 5) doing what children of that age do however!
In fact if we had one (very minor) criticism then our kids felt a bit suppressed by the geography of our pitch (on one of a series of tiers) which meant that they couldn't ride bikes etc very easily and the fact that we were a fair way from the small park (on the far side of the site).
I should put this point into context; it is a very minor point. This is a superb site, really helpful and friendly proprietors and staff and we would recommend.
First impressions on arriving were excellent, the site is on a hillside with amazing views out over the sea and surrounding countryside. We were given a friendly welcome by John and shown to our pitch.
We had a hard pitch with electric hookup which drained well after a night of heavy rain.
The shower blocks and toilets were all good with hot water, cleaned every day. Fresh drinking water taps located all over the site. Clean recycling area and, as has been previously stated, the best view from a wash up area in North Devon.
The site is conveniently located between Combe Martin and Ilfracombe and right on the coast path, great for walking.
John is around every day to offer good advice and help.
There was a mixture of couples and families, and the site was always quiet at night.
We did a lot of walking around the area during our stay and if there is a better campsite than this I'll be very surprised, it has everything.
Just back from a few days at this lovely site. Stunning views, we were allowed to choose our pitch! Our only problem was that it was too windy to pitch our awning - we were on the top terrace and arrived on a very blustery day. Luckily the weather improved and we even managed to sit outside!
The facilities were good - the shop was only open for a few hours each day, but there weren't many of us on the site, and the owners were about working on the site most of the time.
Immaculate toilets, lots of hot water and as mentioned in previous reviews, the most outstanding view ever from the washing up area.
Went to the pub - the sawmill, about 10 minute walk. Ok, bit pricey but good service.
Some great walks from the site too
Will we go back - definitely. Stunning views, beautiful area, great value
We have just returned from a fantastic Easter break. Sian was amazingly welcoming being very friendly and helpful. Even when the site suffered a power cut (the electricity company's fault - not there's!) she was very calm and helpful offering candles, blankets and anything that could help.
The mobile home was well kitted out with everything we needed. There was a great view from the lounge window, it was just a shame the weather wasn't better to enjoy it more. Being in a mobile home and without children old enough to use the play area we didn't need to make use of much site facilities.
However, ducks and chickens roaming the farm were very popular! The site has no mobile phone reception which I found great - a complete break without being disturbed. Just like it used to be before mobile phones. :-)
The site it's self is on a hill behind Watermouth Castle, behind the harbour. There are some lovely coastal walks from site. We had a stroll down along the coastal path to Combe Martin where there are a few shops and pubs.
The pub right on the beach front did good traditional pub grub, welcomed children and dogs so suited us well. The walk back is pretty hilly at times. There's a steep hill out of Combe Martin, then the hill up from the road to the site behind the castle is very steep. However, stopping off at the Sandy Cove hotel (about a mile or so from the site) made it easier, again with spectacular sea views to admire. The Sawmill was even closer though we didn't visit it - I suspect the walk back up the hill after a meal and a few drinks could be hard work!
Being the start of April the weather wasn't great - rain made a very regular appearance and temperatures chilly most days, but the mobile home had a heater and was still a lovely holiday. Overall a site I would definitely love to return to. Perhaps next time it will be with the tent in summer!
This award winning Adults Only campsite has a working 17th century watermill in a peaceful wooded valley within the Exmoor National Park. Grass and hardstanding pitches, all set beside the River Exe or the sparkling mill stream, with electric, water, drainage, and TV hook-ups. A leisurely stroll up to a weir, and an area where dogs may run free and splash in the river.
Facilities include the beautiful dog walk, free wifi, fishing, modern toilet and shower block, dog wash, working watermill (tours on most Sunday mornings), salmon pass on the weir, shop, bus service, and excellent pubs in the locality. The site has beautiful views, an abundance of wildlife and many footpaths leading directly to the Exmoor woodlands and rivers. Find out more here
The best view I ever had from a tent! Great site and already planning to return next season for longer. Facilities great, clean everytime we went in.
Only slight moan was that we had the pitch in front of the washing up block. Stunning view, but it was a little noisy with late night washer uppers. We also felt a bit like we were in a car park because people stopped off on their way in and out of the site by car to use the facilities.
Coombe Martin is great for a spot of crabbing and we found a lovely cafe, but can't remember the name. Was on the right hand side as you work inland up the high street, upstairs with a balcony.
Ilfracombe looks very tired. Aquarium good but overpriced for all of the 10 minutes it took us - we have a 3 year old! Woolacombe beach fantastic, even in driving rain and strong winds. Kids had a great time rock pooling.
A medium sized site (50 pitches), for tourers and tents with level pitches and hook-up, arranged on grass terraces overlooking the sea. Some pitches enjoy only a small triangular view. The toilet and shower block has a rustic feel but is very clean. There is a small shop with basic provisions.
There are a couple of bigger sites on the other side of the road and the nearest pub is family orientated. We walked fifteen minutes or so along a lane to Ye Olde Globe Inn in Berrynabor, which had a more country feel. Our meal was satisfactory but I didn’t think anywhere still served tinned peas!
A footpath from the site leads to Watermouth Harbour. A walk up the hill offers good views of the sailing boats moored there. Be aware – the cliff edge is unfenced. Watermouth Castle is opposite the harbour where there is a bus stop. The journey from here to Ilfracombe, a very pleasant seaside town, takes around fifteen minutes. The café at the tourist centre provides excellent views of the sea and town. There is a huge choice of cafés and restaurants along the main drag and in the side streets. The Aquarium is small but of some interest.
Another good review for this site. We went there for our first ever outing with the tent based on previous reviews and could not have picked a nicer site. The views are amazing and the pitches well thought out so that everyone gets a view.
The toilet/showers were I felt quite basic, but spotlessly clean which is what matters most I think.
The owners were very helpful when we were trying to choose our pitch.
It's just a shame it closes at the end of September as I would love to go back again now.
We have just come back from three night on our honeymoon from this lovely site, if someone can find better views from their tent then please send your answers on a postcard to MR ********.
I washed up everyday as the view from the washing up area are stunning Watermouth bay, friendly owners helpful and charming, glad my new wife phoned and reserved a pitch as it was busy lovely quiet site, nice toilet and shower facilities. Pitches are huge and with EHU only £13 a night. Handy for Ilfracombe and surrounding area coast line is beautiful especially Mortehoe which is well worth a visit lovely walk and scenery.
Visited last August - another wet and windy stay! We thought that the site was lovely. The terracing means that you aren't too exposed, and all sites have lovely views. We even saw dolphins one evening.
The facilities are clean and fresh - and flowers and nice soap in the ladies added a touch of luxury. The owners couldn't have been more friendly.
We probably won't visit again as we prefer the smaller coves of South Devon, but if you want to visit this part, this is a great site!
This award winning Adults Only campsite has a working 17th century watermill in a peaceful wooded valley within the Exmoor National Park. Grass and hardstanding pitches, all set beside the River Exe or the sparkling mill stream, with electric, water, drainage, and TV hook-ups. A leisurely stroll up to a weir, and an area where dogs may run free and splash in the river.
Facilities include the beautiful dog walk, free wifi, fishing, modern toilet and shower block, dog wash, working watermill (tours on most Sunday mornings), salmon pass on the weir, shop, bus service, and excellent pubs in the locality. The site has beautiful views, an abundance of wildlife and many footpaths leading directly to the Exmoor woodlands and rivers. Find out more here
We spent a wonderful 3 weeks at this site and the views from the tent and the washing up area made up for the changeable weather.
The pitches are flat and well looked after. The staff were always friendly and willing to help, there was no objection when we asked if we could have a different pitch when we arrived as the one we were allocated appeared to be very boggy when wet and was completely in the shade.
The toilet block was very clean but the stone floors were very cold when showering - although you soon get used to it. One criticism of the toilets is that there is nowhere to dry your hands.
The washing up area is superb and the views are stunning. There is however a distinct lack of laundry facilities with only one washing machine and no tumble drier - as we were there for 3 weeks we really could have done with a drier as we struggled to get clothes dry after washing them (although the wind helped!)
The children thought the play area and 'climbing tree' were excellent and they spent many hours amusing themselves there and making lots of friends.
The recycling facilities were good, including battery recycling and disposable bbq's.
We would have no hesitation in recommending this site to anyone who is looking for a quiet family site and we hope to return sometime in the future.
There is plenty to occupy everyone in the surrounding area. Coastal walks are stunning and the beaches at Woolacombe and Putsborough are excellent. The Combe Martin Wildlife park is well worth a visit and we spent a whole day there - make sure you listen to as many of the talks as possible, seeing the children sitting in the Meerkat enclosure was amazing. Chambercombe Manor is excellent but not very well advertised, the gardens are lovely and their cream teas are very good, the tour is about an hour long and very interesting. Another place to visit is Broomhill Sculpture Park - don't be put off - we went with 4 children( ages 12,8,4 and 1) and they loved it. We also spent a number of days cycling the Tarka trail - mostly flat and tarmac.
We do not normally do commercial sites but decided to give this one a go and we were not disappointed, everything on this site is wow. Pitches huge, level well serviced, views to die for. Only down side to this site was my wife got no signal on her mobile phone (bliss). Toilets excellent as are showers too at on point they even painted one shower (it didn't need doing). Washing up facilities second to none even made washing up almost a pleasure with the views on offer. Ilfracombe a bit tatty we thought but if you have a car its not a problem area is outstanding. Lots of nice beaches the ones on the west coast good for bodyboarding and lifeguard patrolled.
This is as stated in many previous reviews, is a fantastic, peaceful and idyllic campsite.
Facilities are above average, and cleaned regularly - twice a day I think. I didn't have to queue for showers once, although due to the adverse weather during the first week of our
Stay the site wasn't at capacity.
The weather was absolutely terrible during our first week, but the owners did all they could to prepare each pitch ready for new arrivals, or to repair pitches like ours that had become overly squishy underneath our living area (sorry Nick!).
We had two days during which we woke and it was raining, and didn't stop until we went to bed -
Not what you'd expect for August! - although it must be stated that the site owners aren't responsible for the British summer! Most of the fields had become very damp, and the cars had started to cut the fields up. The owner asked people to use the very top field to park their cars in order to protect his site.
On the positive, the site dried out really quickly during the finer weather in the second week, as promised!
The views from both the pitch we were allotted (37, with EHU on the top field) and the washing up area were something to behold. The sunsets were stunning. My little girl really enjoyed the play area and the 'climbing tree'.
Local attractions:
- Combe Marin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park , top marks. Expensive but well worth it. Would recommend you try and watch the Sea Lion display and the talk given by the 'Wolfman'.
-Watermouth Castle. Again expensive, but top marks. Suitable for young kids and adults who like a 'trip' down memory lane. This has to be the weirdest, trippiest place I've ever visited. But totally recommended. Those who have already visited, would understand where I'm coming from! This is an attraction that can be visited on foot from the site.
- Ifracombe - great for a wander round - and we took both a sight-seeing and a fishing boat trip from here. We also visited Tunnels Beach, although not sure we'd go more than once.
- Lee. Lovely little village with shingle beach, just outside Ilfracombe.
- Croyde. We visited this beach five times. (Free parking for National Trust members).
- Woolacombe - another good beach but £6 to park the car.
- Linton and Lynmouth. We spent a wet afternoon in these two lovely villages. The cliff railway is a well worth a ride.
- Arlington House. A National Trust property about 8 miles from Combe Martin. Passed a wet afternoon away.
For pub food, I would recommend Hele Billys. We ate out at Hele Billys twice and can totally recommend both the food and the service! They do daytime offers which a fellow camper on-site also recommended.
The butchers in Ilfracombe sell lovely steaks, homemade burgers and kofte kebabs for a very reasonable cost. Would recommend a visit for any BBQ lovers.
We stayed at this site for 4 nights in early July and I have to say it is pretty much my 'ultimate' campsite. I can definitely see why it has won so many accolades and received such great reviews and for me the site did live up to the high expectations.
Firstly it has been really well thought out; although the site is on a hill, the pitches themselves are on level terraces and everyone gets the awesome views of the sea and north Devon coast. The terraces are separated with pretty bushes and flower borders which add colour and interest - I hate flat boring sites with no features! The pitches are very spacious & well maintained and set out in such a way that you don't really feel like there are 50 of them on site. The bathroom & wash up facilities are more than adequate; they are fairly new and well kept; always clean with plentiful free hot water.
The on site shop sells a good range of groceries including organic milk, lovely bacon & eggs, cheese, ham and ice-creams, local meat and homemade cakes.
Waste recycling is also compulsory on this site and it's good to see the owners promoting this! This is actually indicative of the site in general, it’s clearly well managed but without this being intrusive and having lots of obvious rules.
The site is un-commercial, simple and has really peaceful and tranquil vibe; the owners make it quite clear when booking that anyone who doesn't want this sort of atmosphere should book elsewhere.
The site is well located for the exploring the north Devon coast and there is loads to do in the area. The Tarka trail is great for cycling, there are loads of beaches and pretty villages to explore and the site is right by the South West Coast path for lots of walks. It's also well worth the short walk from the site down to Watermouth Bay to catch an amazing sunset over the harbour.
Ilfracombe itself is a bit of a misnomer; the old harbour area is nice and there are plenty of boat and fishing trips, including to Lundy Island but you need to book well in advance for this one. There are also some lovely walks on the outskirts of town to the Tors and along the coast, but the high street and centre of town is a little run down in my opinion which is a shame.
Tunnels Beach in the town is great, although you do have to pay a small fee and don’t go expecting golden sand, it is very rocky, but this makes it excellent for rock pooling! The original Victorian bathing pool is there too and makes a safe place for swimming / inflatables. Good bacon butties in the café there too, as well as free Internet access.
There were plenty of things we didn’t get chance to do whilst we were there and this campsite will definitely be top of our list for a return visit next year!
This was our second visit to the site. We went there four years ago and it was the fantastic views that made us want to go back.
Since our last visit the shower block has been rebuilt and there are now more showers and basins for both sexes. The building has been built to use natural light and at night the lights operate on sensors, which is fine once you know, although going into a pitch black building in the middle of the night needs a little courage. There are no hand dryers, but hairdryers are provided. The showers work on 20 second bursts like the ones at swimming pools, which was a bit frustrating.
Hand soap was provided in the shower blocks and the washing up area.
There is a disabled loo with shower in both ladies and gents.
My daughter has MS so we telephoned to ask if we could be given a pitch near the loos. The owner was very kind and sympathetic and we were given the same pitch as last time, on the lower level with fantastic views.
The disabled loo has a shower in it and no handrail by the shower. Also the pegs to hang clothes on etc are very close to the loo, which has no lid.
This is the first site we have been to where there is limited staff presence on site. There seemed to be someone there for an hour or two in the morning and an hour in the evening. Last time we went there was a man there almost all the time. We never did find out the opening hours for the shop as there was no notice on the window, and presumably we went out at the wrong times.
The laundry facilities seemed to be just a toploader washing machine which cost £3.50 a load, and the room it was in could not be described as a laundry. There was no dryer. There is a freezer for ice packs but it was overfrosted and full of ice packs which looked as though they had been forgotten by previous campers. Only packs put at the top froze properly. In the same area there were a lot of leaflets about local attractions, which was very useful.
The site is described as peaceful and tranquil, which it probably is during term time. There were a lot of children on site who played unsupervised on the play area and the tree next to our tent. This was a distinct disadvantage as the children ran from playground to tree and back again playing loud enthusiastic games often until well after dark, starting again before eight in the morning. Even parking the car between ourselves and the tree had limited effect. The play area had a few swings and a climbing net and the climbing tree gave great scope for those with imagination. In general the children seemed to have a fantastic time and parents obviously felt that it was a safe site, as only the youngest children were supervised.
As has been said before, the washing up area has fantastic views and we met some really nice people over the washing up!
My son and I tried to walk into Combe Martin but the road was very busy and the coast path very muddy in places, so we turned back.
We visited The Big Sheep which gives re entry during the same week at a reduced price.
Linton and Lynmouth are lovely and well worth a visit.
We also went to Clovelly, which was quaint but overcrowded. The film explaining the village heritage was good. The landrover service to get back up again was useful and they allowed disabled visitors a free ride.
We were told that we could only book the campsite for a full week, but this was obviously not the case as people came and went all week. They seem to aim to get everyone to book for a full week but nearer the time if there are vacancies it is possible to book for fewer nights. You do have to book though. Turning up on spec would be inadvisable.
Dogs are allowed on site and the owners while we were there were very responsible. There is a field to walk dogs in.
I would recommend this site for parents with children and the able bodied.
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
No Glamping Units 
Holiday Homes for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
No Hardstandings 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
No Rallies 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
No Baby Changing 
Laundry On Site 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
No Gas Exchange 
No Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
No Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop On Site 
Bar <1 mile 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile 
Kids Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing <1 mile 
No Wild Swimming 
Indoor Pool <1 mile 
Outdoor Pool <5 miles 
Horse Riding <5 miles 
No Cycle Hire 
Golf <1 mile 
Tennis <5 miles 
Beach <1 mile 
Watersports <1 mile 
No Boat Launch 
Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport <1 mile
No Dog Walk 
Beautiful site, as mentioned the view is spectacular of coastline. My biggest plus was the size of the pitches. We had SO much space, at least double usual pitch sizes. 
