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Lynton, Devon

Kipscombe Belve Cottage

The exterior of Kipscombe Belve Cottage, Devon
The exterior of Kipscombe Belve Cottage, Devon | © National Trust / John Miller
The sitting area at Kipscombe Belve Cottage, Devon
The kitchen at Kipscombe Belve Cottage, Devon

Kipscombe Belve Cottage

This rustic cottage is tucked away in the western corner of Exmoor, perfect for exploring everything from the rugged wilderness to the sweeping coastline.

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The sitting area at Kipscombe Belve Cottage, Devon
The kitchen at Kipscombe Belve Cottage, Devon
The exterior of Kipscombe Belve Cottage, Devon
The double bedroom at Kipscombe Belve Cottage, Devon
The accessible shower room at Kipscombe Belve Cottage, Devon
A view of the access from the parking space at Kipscombe Belve Cottage, Devon
The field above Kipscombe Belve Cottage, Devon

© National Trust / John Miller

This rustic cottage is tucked away in the western corner of Exmoor, perfect for exploring everything from the rugged wilderness to the sweeping coastline.

At a glance

Guests
2
Bedrooms
1
Number of dogs welcome
1
Reference
012053
Acorn rating

About Kipscombe Belve Cottage

Hidden away on a working farm in North Devon, this small, but perfectly formed cottage, is somewhere you’ll love coming back to time and time again. The surrounding area is a haven for wildlife with miles of footpaths to explore. Head out on foot or by bike and discover the Exmoor ponies and Red deer living on your doorstep.

Step through into the entrance hallway to find a simply styled open plan living room, kitchen, and dining area, followed by a bedroom and level access shower room with adjacent toilet. The cottage has been designed to be accessible for all, with level access and accessible features throughout. Although there’s no garden, there is a field opposite the cottage which you are welcome to use. However, please note that the only access is via steep steps and the field may sometimes be used to graze livestock. There’s also allocated parking for one car opposite the cottage.

This corner of Exmoor is full of narrow twisting lanes that lead to incredible views. Explore some of North Devon’s most dramatic landscapes that inspired Wordsworth, Coleridge, and Shelley from the highest sea cliffs in England, to wild open moorland. And, just a short walk from the cottage you’ll find yourself at Countisbury which has a pub, ideal if you don’t fancy cooking.

If you’re looking for unique architecture, lots of history or a stunning beach, the area around Lynmouth and Lynton has everything. Known as ‘little Switzerland’, these seaside villages, around three miles away, have rows of charming fishing cottages and shops that cluster around the pretty harbour. It's also where you'll find the nearest beach, made of fine shingle and accessible once the tide is out. Watersmeet is also worth a visit with its wooded valley, crystal-clear river tumbling down the gorge and quaint tea-room.

Kipscombe Belve Cottage and its surrounding area are perfect for getting away from it all, but if you fancied some time closer to civilization, you could head to the towns of Minehead or Barnstaple. They offer a wide range of shops, supermarkets, pubs, restaurants and other attractions. You could also head further inland to discover the town of Taunton, which is steeped in history and just over an hour away from the cottage by car.

This holiday cottage is next to another one, Kipscombe Cottage, which can be booked together to allow for more people to join you on holiday. However, Kipscombe Cottage is not accessible to wheelchair users.

Features and facilities

  • Cot & high chair, available
  • Fridge, available
  • Dishwasher, available
  • Tumble dryer, not available
  • Television, available
  • WiFi, available
  • Garden, not available
  • Microwave, available
  • Freezer, not available
  • Washing machine, not available
  • Telephone, not available
  • DVD, not available
  • Open fire / wood burner, not available
  • BBQ, not available

Location

Accessibility

Parking 2m from ramped access. Wheelchair friendly. Level access throughout. Zip-and-link bed. Level access shower. Find more information in the Accessibility Guide. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.

Read our accessibility guide 

Layout

Ground floor layout

Open plan kitchen/sitting room. 6ft double bedroom which can be made up as a twin by request. Level access shower room with WC.

More information

Heating: Air source heating included.

Parking: There will be allocated parking for one car opposite the cottage. The parking space is level and is 2m from the ramped entrance to the cottage.

WiFi: We are pleased to provide WiFi at this cottage which is supported by BT. Please note that intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur and should not be relied upon.

Garden: Although there is no garden at Kipscombe, guests may enjoy using the field behind the cart shed with its newly planted trees; handy for exercising the dog or sitting in for a picnic. Please note this is only accessible via some steep steps and may be used to graze livestock at times.

Offers: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm.