Lower Birch Farmhouse

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The hut
The shepherd's hut
The bell tent pitch with a firepit and picnic bench
The bell tent interior
Meadow setting
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The shepherd's hut
The bell tent pitch with a firepit and picnic bench
The bell tent interior

  • Adults-only self-catering glamping site in the north Devon countryside
  • A 10-minute drive from Exmoor and 35 minutes from Saunton Sands
  • Peaceful valley setting with great sunsets and stargazing
Lower Birch Farmhouse is set in 10 acres of pastureland and gardens in a peaceful North Devon valley. If sunsets and stargazing are your jam, you’re sure to like things here… and if you’re also pining for time on the wild coves of the north Devon coastline or in the wilds of Exmoor, that’ll be yet another two ticks in your boxes. Surfboards waxed and ready for action? Handily, the surfing beaches of Saunton Sands (35 minutes’ drive), Woolacombe beach (40 minutes) and Croyde beach (45 minutes) are easy enough to get to. If your hiking boots are the first thing you’re reaching for, then head to the Exmoor National Park, which begins around 10 minutes’ drive away from the farmhouse. Walks like the Tarr Steps, Dunkery Beacon and the famed Lorna Doone Valley might tempt you, or the route from Woody Bay to Heddon’s Mouth with a stunning pub, cliffs, waterfalls, woods and peacocks (watch out) to see on the route. Lower Birch Farmhouse is half an hour’s drive from Ilfracombe too, where there are Victorian tunnels, beaches, an aquarium, views towards the Great Hangman cliff and more than one opportunity to taste a Devon crab sandwich. On either side of the estuary, there are excellent pubs in Instow (half an hour) and Appledore (35 minutes) as well as walks along the South West Coast Path for a post-lunch stroll.

Campground type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Rent a tent 1
Open now
Opens June 1, 2024
Please note
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • No cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Sat, Jun 1 2024 to

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Features

Adults only

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Lower Birch Farmhouse

Stoke Rivers

Barnstaple

Devon

England

EX32 7LE

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.1069°N
-3.94024°W

Nearest transport

Bus
5.4 mi Bus Station
7.1 mi Garage
7.1 mi Garage
Rail
5.8 mi Barnstaple Rail Station
7.2 mi Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station
7.8 mi Umberleigh Rail Station
Ferry
10.3 mi Ilfracombe Ferry Landing
11.2 mi Instow Ferry Landing
11.5 mi Appledore Ferry Landing

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Exmoor Zoological and Conservation Centre: 10 minutes’ drive - Barle Valley (walk to Pinkworthy Pond): 15 minutes - Arlington Court (Woodland walks, walled Victorian garden, tea rooms and the National Carriage Museum): 20 minutes - Combe Martin (kayaking): 20 minutes - Marwood Hill Gardens (small, private garden open to the public with cream teas in the café): 25 minutes - Heddon's Mouth: 25 minutes - Lynton and Lynmouth (beach, Victorian funicular railway and coastal walks at The Valley of Walks; walk from Lynmouth to Watersmeet): half an hour - Woody Bay (wild beach): half an hour - Watermouth Bay: half an hour - Crow Point (viewpoint): 35 minutes - RHS Garden Rosemoor (public display garden and restaurant): 40 minutes - Clovelly (fishing village with a harbour and good pubs): 50 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Combe Martin 8.1 mi Sea PoorPoorPoorPoor
Ilfracombe Hele 9.9 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Lynmouth 10 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Ilfracombe Tunnels Beach 10.8 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Saunton Sands 12.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

RHS Garden Rosemoor 14.2 mi

Castle Drogo 29 mi

National Trust

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 3.3 mi

Heddon Valley 7.6 mi

Watersmeet 10 mi

Holnicote Estate 17.7 mi

Dunster Working Watermill 21.9 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

ARLINGTON COURT 3.2 mi

YOULSTON PARK 3.5 mi

CASTLE HILL 4.8 mi

Hunters Inn - Woody Bay - South West Coast Path - Hunters Inn 7.5 mi

Hunters Inn - SW Coast Path - Trentishoe - Hunters Inn 7.6 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Offers

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Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Lower Birch Farmhouse have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Lower Birch Farmhouse dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Lower Birch Farmhouse? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Exmoor Zoological and Conservation Centre: 10 minutes’ drive - Barle Valley (walk to Pinkworthy Pond): 15 minutes - Arlington Court (Woodland walks, walled Victorian garden, tea … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Lower Birch Farmhouse?
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Lower Birch Farmhouse? From $163.89 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.