Moorlands in Parracombe, England

Moorlands sits on five acres of beautifully maintained gardens and grounds within Exmoor National Park. Guests have access to a bar, a communal lounge with board games and a guest fridge for storing drinks and snacks. A picnic area and terrace provide outdoor seating, while free on-site private parking is available.

The hotel offers individual ensuite rooms and self-catering apartments, including a two-bedroom apartment with a fully stocked kitchen. A family suite provides a separate twin room for children, and all rooms include a private bathroom, tea and coffee maker, and garden views. The two-bedroom apartment also contains a spa bath.

A private gate at the bottom of the garden gives direct access to the platform of Woody Bay Steam Train Station, part of the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway. The hotel is a short drive from Lynton, Lynmouth, and the Valley of Rocks, with coastal walks to Heddon Valley reachable from Woody Bay. Other nearby attractions include Dunster Castle, Lundy Island, and the beaches of North Devon.

A made-to-order breakfast is served daily in a dining room with countryside views, with options including a full English, vegetarian, and gluten-free choices. Fresh milk is provided on request, and local marmalade is offered at each table. The hotel has a shared fridge for guests to store their own food, though no restaurant is on site for evening meals.

Moorlands provides a family suite with a separate twin room for children, as well as two-bedroom apartments suitable for larger groups. Board games and books are available in the communal lounge, and the extensive grounds offer space for outdoor play. The proximity to Woody Bay Steam Train Station is a popular attraction for families with children.

Location: Within Exmoor National Park, 50 yards from Woody Bay Station

Rooms: Ensuite rooms and self-catering two-bedroom apartments

Breakfast: Made-to-order with gluten-free and vegetarian options

Attractions: Direct garden access to steam railway, coastal walks nearby

Family: Family suite and board games available