Cottages in Lynton

‌‌ Charming hilltop cottages

‌‌ With stunning Swiss-style scenery, Lynton offers an escape from modern life with a charming Victorian village and beautiful hilltop cottages. The village's picturesque blend of past and present will relax you with its tranquil atmosphere, variety of attractions and harbourside scenery. Lynton is the perfect place to enjoy the fresh air, the sounds of the waves and outdoor adventures. It is also one of the most spectacular destinations in North Devon and Exmoor. ‌‌

Elegant cottages with spectacular ocean views and relaxing hot tubs

For your stay you can enjoy beautiful ocean views, lovely gardens, hot tubs and light-filled interiors with refurbished American-style kitchens, private terraces, modern bedrooms with sea-facing balconies and stylish living rooms with contemporary furnishings. Lynton's cottages have Victorian and Edwardian styling, plus the ability to enjoy the beach just a few yards from your accommodation. ‌

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‌‌ ‌‌‌Lynton ‌for‌ ‌‌couples

‌‌ Enjoying breathtaking coastal views from the famous Cliff Railway is one of the most popular activities for couples. This exciting journey will take you between the two towns: Lynton and Lynmouth. You will glide up and down 862 feet of track along a steep hillside with spectacular ocean views. After a trip on the railway, lunch at Charlie Fridays is a good idea. This is Lynton's favourite coffee shop and offers a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where you can enjoy tasty nachos, home-made cakes and glorious coffee. ‌

‌‌ ‌‌‌Lynton ‌for‌ adventure lovers

‌ ‌‌To the west of Lynton, the Valley of Rocks offers a prehistoric rocky outcrop which makes it a truly unique natural attraction to visit. The site boasts some of the highest cliffs in England, making it an excellent place to climb. There is also a paved path leading from Cliff Railway Station, where you'll see some great scenery and a herd of feral goats. But If you'd rather not exert yourself too much, Lynton offers full-day bike hire to help you climb Exmoor's toughest hills and take advantage of the epic scenery. Electric Bike Hire's electric bikes will give you effortless cycling adventures and an unforgettably relaxing experience. ‌‌

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1.‌ ‌‌Be inspired by the landscapes of the Poet's Way ‌‌‌ ‌

‌ ‌Dotted with poetry, the Poet's Way is a zigzagging walk down to Lynmouth. Named after poets inspired by the landscape of Exmoor, this walk takes in some natural beauty of Romantic poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge's poetry. Walk 51 km through the Somerset countryside, the Quantock Hills, Brendon and Exmoor and discover the landscape that inspired Coleridge to produce his works. Although it's a steep walk, the coastal views are well worth the effort. ‌‌

‌ ‌2.‌ ‌‌Enjoy a delicious cream tea at Watersmeet House ‌‌‌ ‌

‌ ‌‌After an arduous walk, enjoy a cream tea overlooking the East Lyn and Hoar Oak Water rivers. With a beautiful Edwardian tea garden, the National Trust's Watersmeet House is an attraction not to be missed. This former fisherman's cottage near Lynmouth holds the title of England's oldest Edwardian tearoom and offers an ideal place to relax after a walk. The National Trust managed area is also great for short walks, enjoying the abundant wildlife and canoeing. ‌‌

‌ ‌3.‌ Relax on a journey through the countryside by rail ‌‌‌ ‌

‌ Opened in 1898, the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway is a legendary attraction that you must experience this holiday. Travel back in time to the days of steam locomotives, take in the rolling countryside from the window and ride across the moors to the rugged coastline. This was once one of the most picturesque narrow-gauge railways in the world. ‌‌

‌ ‌4.‌ ‌‌Sample The Rising Sun's tasty seafood ‌‌‌ ‌

‌ ‌‌From fish lovers to vegetarians, The Rising Sun has something for everyone! With a selection of coastal and countryside specialities, enjoy a delicious meal complemented by a glass of wine or beer and a view of the sea. The restaurant serves succulent lobsters, mussels, sea bass and other fresh seafood. It also has a great wine, beer and cider list that is sure to delight. ‌‌

‌ ‌5.‌ ‌‌Discover the flavours of other cultures ‌‌ ‌

‌‌ ‌To try food from other cultures, head to The Oak Room. This award-winning tapas restaurant combines modern and traditional Spanish dishes that will fascinate you. On the other hand, Nartnapa Thai Kitchen is a Thai restaurant serving wonderful fresh Thai street food. And The Vanilla Pod Café offers everything from Mediterranean to Middle Eastern food. You can sample the intense flavours of Turkish lamb meatballs, courgette fritters with dukkah sauce, vegan falafel and za'atar prawns. ‌‌

‌ ‌6.‌ ‌‌Watch a film at Lynton's cinema ‌‌‌ ‌

‌ ‌‌With seating for just 68 people, Lynton's small cinema offers an excellent refuge from the rainy days. This full-time cinema is housed in a former chapel in the centre of the village and houses an intimate venue with comfortable, spacious seating, Dolby SR sound, plus air-conditioning and heating for winter days. The venue screens new releases and presentations throughout the year. ‌‌

‌ ‌7.‌ ‌Explore the vintage toys at The Lynton Toy Museum ‌‌‌ ‌

‌ Home to a huge exhibition of toys, Lynton Toy Museum will make you feel nostalgic this holiday. The site features toys, games and action figures dating from the 1960s to the 1980s. Visit the shop and browse through your childhood memories. You might just find your favourite old toy in this exhibition. The collection is the result of years of collecting by owners Tony and Lorraine. ‌‌

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