Deer's Leap Retreat

About

Deer's Leap Retreat is a traditional Devon Farmhouse situated in North Devon, nestled on the edge of Exmoor National Park and within walking distance of wild Deer and open moorland. North Devon enjoys unique and varied landscapes and some of the country’s most stunning and breath-taking coastline. The scenery in and around Deer’s Leap Retreat is one of England’s hidden treasures, and those who discover us, find they want to return again and again.

Our farmhouse provides all the cosy home comforts and modern conveniences you could wish for – beamed ceilings and inglenook fireplaces to curl up in front of. A large farmhouse kitchen for catching up with friends and family over a toasty cuppa by the AGA. For complete relaxation with have two hot tubs and a sauna, plus secluded beautiful grounds to unwind from daily life.  Enjoy sunsets by the lake with Champagne in hand, or star gazing from our patio, keeping warm by a fire pit, or maybe a traditional afternoon tea in our lakeside gazebo. Children will love rolling down our lawn, playing hide and seek among the trees, and picking daisy’s in the sunshine.

We also have an abundance of wild birds, pheasants, buzzards and lots of domestic animals too. Poppy, our friendly Beagle keeps company with Tinkerbell our beautiful young Exmoor pony. We also keep a small herd of cows, a couple of jersey milking cows and chickens to name a few of our animal friends.

All of our bedrooms are spacious and feature double or twin beds, ideal for family gatherings. We have two-bedroom areas within the farmhouse, accessed from two different staircases, this makes it easy to create a little more peace and quiet for any older guest, and allows any younger members to have their own space. We have two sitting rooms in the main farmhouse, a snug for smaller groups to gather or the main sitting room for everybody to have fun and share stories. Our large dining room seats 21, and caters for infants, it also includes some comfy seating to relax before and after dinner. We can provide for all your entertainment needs, from candle sticks for dinner parties, to providing a list of local take-away’s for any cooking free nights.

From family reunions, stag and hen parties, to wedding groups, our guests always comment that they immediately feel homely, relaxed and comfortable at Deer’s Leap.

There is a games room with pool and table tennis tables, as well as a hard tennis court and coarse fishing lake. We can also provide a range of Spa treatments, ideal to get you in holiday mode a little quicker and support your positive wellbeing.

We are happy to recommend picturesque walks for the casual walker or budding naturalist, strait from the doorstep. We have heather-clad hillsides, steep wooded valleys and meandering rivers all close by.

Open moorland is within walking distance of Deer’s Leap and home to an abundance of wildlife including the ancient breed of Exmoor pony and Exmoor’s famous red deer. Among the flora to be found, are heath spotted orchids, sundew and wall pennywort.

Local activities include horse riding, fishing, golf and clay shooting. Regular tours of the moor leave from Dulverton, an ideal way to explore the area.

Deer's Leap is within easy reach of many local attractions, The Ancient Causeway of Tarr Steps, Anstey Common, Landacre Bridge and Dunkery Beacon to name a few. Several charming villages are also nearby including Dulverton, Winsford, Withypool and Exford.

North Devon and Exmoor also have some of the most beautiful beaches in the whole of the UK. Deer's Leap is within easy access of Croyde, Saunton sands, Woolacoombe and Lynton and Lynmouth. You can keep everybody happy with alternate day trips to the beach and local attractions.

Whatever the season, or reason for booking a holiday together, no-one ever wants to leave Deer’s Leap. Our guests become friends, who return again and again to experience the love and warmth of this magical place.

Facilities

 

Kitchen:

Our kitchen is well equipped, it’s got everything from a zester to fish poacher, anything & everything you need! Plus, an AGA for cosy chats & cuppas.

Dinning Room:

Spacious dining room with big oak table. Capacity for 20 seated for group entertaining, serving dishes, candlesticks, relaxed chairs & piano provided.

Sitting Room:

2 lounges both with large inglenook fireplaces & wood burning stoves. Huge comfy sofas, window seats & armchairs, perfect for relaxing & conversation

TV:

In the farmhouse is a large TV, full Sky package and DVD player, plus 2 stereos fitted with adapters for MP3 and iPods. Dance, sing or chill out.

Telephone:

Main house has a landline for guests’ convenience.

Games room:

Plenty of outside space for games, including tennis & fishing. We also have a large Games Barn, with a table tennis table, pool table & a dart board

Heating and open fires:

Central heating in the Farmhouse & the kitchen is heated with an AGA. The lounges both have wood burning stoves. Cosy in winter, cool in Summer.

Bedrooms:

9 bedrooms - 2 double rooms, 3 king size rooms that could also be twins, 4 Super kings that could also be twins. 3 bedrooms are luxury ensuite.

Linen:

All linen is included. Fitted Sheets, feather & down duvets & pillows, plus 1 large & 1 small towel per person. Please bring extra for the hot tub.

Bathrooms:

3 en-suites bedrooms, 2 showers, 1 shower over bath. Plus 3 additional bathrooms, 1 large shower room, 1 rain shower & 1 power shower over bath.

Disabled Access:

Please phone to discuss your specific need's, we have a good understanding of difficulties & are very accommodating and inclusive.

Children’s Facilities:

Highchairs, cots & stair gates available, plus children's games, books & games room. There is plenty of outdoor space for tag, picking daisies & fun.

Outdoor Facilities:

Room around in 20 acres of relaxing grounds & gardens. Get active on our hard tennis court, fish in our lake, drink tea in our pagoda or pat a pony.

Swimming Pool:

We do not have a swimming pool, but we do have 2 hot tubs and a sauna for relaxing!

Parking:

Ample parking is provided.

Smoking:

We are a non-smoking venue.

Pets:

A maximum of 3 four-legged friends are very welcome, extra by prior arrangement only. Pets are charged at £15 per pet & must be on the booking form.