Title: Gamekeeper's Cottage near Martinhoe Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gamekeeper's Cottage near Martinhoe ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106540000/106532800/106532747/18557a53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106540000/106532800/106532747/9c876750.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106540000/106532800/106532747/98c9a160.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106540000/106532800/106532747/dda23514.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106540000/106532800/106532747/8abd9ae4_edited_123e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Gamekeeper's Cottage near Martinhoe provides laundry facilities and more. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Washer - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Gamekeeper's Cottage near Martinhoe Property Summary Gamekeeper's Cottage offers an ideal base for those wishing to explore this wonderful part of the North Devon coastline. Sleeping upto 4 guests. Accessed by private driveway, the cottage has a private sunny patio with wonderful sea and valley views. Pet friendly with secure shared garden and parking Main Description This two-storey cottage is one of only three holiday cottages in this large character building situated in the peaceful and idyllic splendour of Exmoor National Park. Offering spectacular sea and valley views, this delightful cottage is tucked into a hillside overlooking the the Heddon Valley, considered one of Exmoor's most beautiful valleys, in the heart of the National Park. Hunters Inn – one of Exmoor's most famous character Inns is situated in the valley and is a short walk from the cottage. Sleeps up to 4 guests One ground floor bedroom with king-size bed and single bed First-floor bedroom with twin beds, accessed via a spiral staircase. PLEASE NOTE: All occupants of the upstairs bedroom must be capable of using an escape window and ladder to exit the property in the event of fire: no unaccompanied children are permitted to sleep in this room. Large private decked veranda with sea views Ground floor kitchen, and open plan living-dining room Family bathroom with bath and separate shower Bed linen and towels provided Superfast wifi, heating and electricity included Up to 2 dogs welcome for £20 each Shared laundry facility Cot available on request Friday or Monday changeover for week-long bookings Short breaks available Arrive from 4 pm Depart by 10 am Gamekeeper's Cottage has a kitchen, bathroom, large ground-floor double bedroom, sitting room and first-floor bedroom with twin beds, accessed via a spiral staircase. There is a large first floor balcony and a patio with seating and both with wonderful views. Outside, there is a secure shared garden for all three cottages. A covered front patio leads directly into the open plan comfortable living/dining room with an electric wood burner effect fire set in a feature fireplace. The well-equipped kitchen has all you will need for preparing meals. A very spacious bedroom at the rear offers flexible sleeping with a kingsize and single bed and a large bathroom with bath and walk-in shower completes the ground floor facilities. The first floor is accessed by a narrow and steep, spiral staircase (low headroom). At the front a glazed door leads to a large veranda that offers amazing views along the valley and toward the sea. At the rear is a twin-bedded room (occupants of this room must be capable of using an escape window and ladder in the event of fire: no unaccompanied children are permitted to sleep in this room). Indoor Description Ground floor: Living/dining room with Smart TV with Freesat, DVD player and DAB Radio with dock for iPhone. Kitchen with electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, slimline dishwasher and Nespresso coffee machine. Bedroom 1 with King and Single beds and DAB radio/alarm. Bathroom with bath, separate walk-in shower, WC and basin. Spiral staircase to First Floor: Bedroom 2 with twin beds (guests occupying this room must be capable of using an emergency escape window and ladder in case of fire: no unaccompanied children are permitted to sleep in this room) and DAB radio/alarm. Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Oil CH. No smoking. Free Superfast Wi-Fi. Utility room containing washing machine and dryer - shared with the other two holiday cottages. Outdoor Description There's a private patio directly outside the property with seating and wonderful views and a covered balcony on the first floor. There is also a secure shared garden for exclusive use of guests of the 3 cottages (Gamekeeper's Cottage and two neighbouring holiday cottages, each sleeping 2). Gamekeepeer's Cottage provides a peaceful escape, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the beautiful Exmoor countryside. Enjoy stunning views of the valley and out to sea. Nearby footpaths offer inspiring walks along sea cliffs with breathtaking coastal scenery. The Heddon River winds through a wooded valley to Heddons Mouth beach, all easily accessible from the cottage. Explore famous local beauty spots, including the twin coastal villages of Lynton and Lynmouth, the Doone Valley, Watersmeet, and Porlock Weir. Discover magnificent high cliffs, hidden sand and shingle coves along the dramatic Exmoor coast, with wide sandy surfing beaches at Woolacombe and Croyde just a short drive away. Parking Off-road parking for 2 cars in the parking area in front of the cottage. Electric car charging points are available in the Heddon Valley, at Parracombe Stores and in Lynmouth. Charging from the domestic supply at the cottages is not permitted. Pets Description Up to 2 dogs welcome for £20 each. Dogs must not be left alone in the cottage at any time. Restricted mobility Most of the accommodation is on the ground floor, therefore may be suitable for guests with restricted mobility. Just the twin bedroom and upstairs terrace are accessed via the spiral staircase. An Access Statement is available. Exit in case of emergency Alarms will sound in the event of a fire. Emergency lighting will switch on in the event of a power cut. Fire resistant doors are fitted on bedrooms and kitchens. Exit doors are fitted with thumb-turn locks, to enable key-less exit from the property. If you discover a fire within the cottages evacuate the premises and, if it is safe to do so, dial 999 from the utility room. Alert us of the fire by calling 753987 – free. Fire extinguishers and fire blankets are provided in the kitchen of each cottage and in the laundry room. Use them if it is safe to do so, but always ensure your exit is clear. Do not put yourself at unnecessary risk. Do not re-enter the cottages to retrieve personal possessions. Christmas / New Year For Christmas and New Year bookings we can supply a real tree and decorations if you wish and various additional seasonal items in our welcome pack. The region Located in the west of Exmoor National Park, with its deep wooded valleys and stunning coastal cliffs, there are plenty of beautiful walks. There are walks for varying abilities around the Heddon Valley. Walks which can include part of the South West Coast Path, exploring Woody Bay, Lynton, Lynmouth and the Valley of Rocks, or a beautiful short walk along our own Heddon River to the beach at Heddon's Mouth. Parracombe was once served by a halt on the Lynton-Barnstaple Narrow-Gauge Railway, which opened in 1898 and closed in 1935. In 1979 a group of volunteers decided to restore the railway and today you can board a train at Woody Bay Station close to Parracombe and travel to Killington Lane and back on a two mile round trip behind a narrow gauge steam locomotive. Security Deposit Information A £75.00 security deposit is required. This will be added to the total price of your booking, and will be refunded after your stay unless the owner discovers damage to the property or its contents after your departure. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21620000/21618900/21618898/3d1b5bc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Granary on Historic North Devon Farm. 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 4297 ## About the area Barnstaple is home to this cottage. While the natural beauty of Exmoor National Park and North Devon Coast can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Ilfracombe Harbour. Lynton & Barnstaple Railway and Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park are also worth visiting. [Visit our Barnstaple travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barnstaple.dx4560) [View more Cottages in Barnstaple](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barnstaple-Cottages.d4560-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.21844%2C-3.92499&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mV6xu3_rLWuhJCI5yrJlH2jvbaE=) Parracombe, Devon ### What's nearby - Woody Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 2.6 miles - Lynton and Lymouth Cliff Railway - 15 min drive - 8.6 miles - Valley of the Rocks - 15 min drive - 4.6 miles - Combe Martin Beach - 19 min drive - 10.0 miles - Ilfracombe Harbour - 27 min drive - 14.8 miles ### Getting around - Chapelton Station - 36 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Black & White - ‬16 min drive - ‪Blue Ball Inn - ‬16 min drive - ‪The Dolphin Inn - ‬16 min drive - ‪The Glasshouse - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Esplanade Fish & Chips - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gamekeeper's Cottage near Martinhoe pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### Where is Gamekeeper's Cottage near Martinhoe located? > Situated in Barnstaple, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Heddon's Mouth Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Woody Bay Beach and Lynton & Barnstaple Railway. Lee Abbey Beach and Lee Abbey are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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