The Long House

Whitehall, Marwood, Barnstaple, EX31 4EQ. Tel: 01271 375410.

Website:ww.thedevonlonghouse.co.uk Email:joandjerry@thedevonlonghouse.co.uk

Set in a secluded valley in private grounds. The Long House is a traditional Devon long house built in 1670 with lots of charm and character and has been lovingly restored. Gardens, paddock and barbeque area are free for guests to enjoy, bordered by a stream and ancient woodlands beyond. A perfect rural getaway with comfortable, stylish bedrooms and power showers! Private snug for guests only with coffee and cookies on tap. A bit more than just a B&B, only minutes from Braunton and Barnstaple. Children, dogs and surfers welcome!

Broomhill Farm

Muddiford, Barnstaple, EX31 4EX. Tel: 01271 850676

Website: www.broomhillfarmhouse.co.uk

Modern farmhouse, with stables, in a cleft on the hillside, looking south down a long woodland-edged valley. Horses graze the steep hills above the farm. Deer at dusk and dawn. Lots of bird life. Woodland bridlepaths. Attractive bedrooms. Local produce and a warm welcome. Excellent base from which to explore Exmoor and the beautiful beaches at Woolacombe and Croyde.

Field House

Lower Blakewell, Barnstaple, EX31 4ET. Tel/Fax: 01271 376205.

Website: www.fieldhousedevon.co.uk

Warm welcome to peaceful country house with comfortable en-suite accommodation. Relaxing conservatory, charming dining room, sunny patio and garden. Delicious candlelit evening dinners (all home cooking) and excellent breakfasts. Ample parking.

Westcott Barton

Middle Marwood, Barnstaple, EX31 4EF. Tel: 01271 812842.

Website: www.westcottbarton.co.uk

Nestling in a peaceful valley, this ancient farmstead has an atmosphere of undisturbed peace and tranquility. Two acres of beautiful, mature gardens with stream and pond, farm buildings and old waterwheel. Cream teas.

Broomhill Art Hotel

Muddiford, Barnstaple, EX31 4EX. Tel: 01271 850262.

Website: www.broomhillart.co.uk

Attractive, southward facing, Country House Hotel, in private wooded valley, with swimming pool, tennis court and woodland walks beside river. All bedrooms have valley views. Internationally renowned Sculpture Garden and Contemporary Art Gallery.