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Short-Eared bell tent
From £55
4 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Please bring your own towels.
Dimensions
16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
2 rooms
Bathroom 1 x Eco toilet, 1 x Shower
Open space 1 x King sized bed, 2 x Single sofa/futon
Features
Bed linen 1 included, 1 max. Car 1 included, 1 max. Cool box 1 included, 1 max. Duvets and pillows 2 included, 2 max. Barbecue Beds made up Campers' kitchen Cooking equipment Dining table and chairs Dry toilet / eco toilet Firepit Kettle Lanterns/fairy lights Outdoor furniture Patio Other restrictions
No dogs allowed
Car parking by pitch not allowed
Reviews
Overall we were delighted with this last minute stay.
Short-Eared bell tent
Liked Chris, the owner, was lovely and nothing was too much. He meets you at the car park on arrival to take your bags for you. We felt extremely welcomed by Chris.
We had the most wonderful time, we stayed in the bell tent, our first experience, and it was wonderful. We had a fire pit with plenty of wood available, we used this as it started to go dark and we made s’mores. We had a barbecue with coals provided which we used for our burgers in the evening. There was a kitchen that was fully equipped with every utensil you could possibly need.
The bed was very comfortable and we both had a really great sleep.
We also used the single futons to put outside to stargaze.
No wifi and signal limited - however this is exactly what we wanted as we wanted to remove technology from our lives for 24 hours.
We are excited to return in the future!
Disliked The only thing we didn’t like was hearing other people - however that was down to them being quite loud during the evening, but they were far enough away for us to still have our privacy.
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Liked Chris was amazing, nothing was too much.
We will definitely be back, the kids loved it so much.
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Everything! Just top! This place is…
Short-Eared bell tent
Liked Everything! Just top! This place is a gem in the middle of the forest… facilities are amazing. So close to the sea and town. Many thanks to Chris
Disliked Nothing to dislike :) we will come back 100%
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We had a wonderful stay here,…
Anonymous Short-Eared bell tent
Liked We had a wonderful stay here, loved the peace and really appreciated the communication from Chris before arrival and meeting us when we arrived....so welcoming. A beautiful spot :)
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A fantastic place to stay in nature, peace and quiet.
Short-Eared bell tent
Liked We had a wonderful stay at Owl Valley in their bell tent 'Short Eared'. The tent came with everything you could need, our own outside kitchen, fire pit, picnic table
and compost loo n shower.
The owners had decorated the area as it was my sons birthday whilst we were there. So very generous.
The lift of our stuff from the car park to the tent was very much appreciated!
We loved the quiet private nature reserve by a babbling stream but only a short drive to Bideford, shops and beach.
The kids loved the rope swing by the stream.
Steves shack had lots to entertain guests from a pool table to a piano to books n games. The honesty shop had many things if you run low.
A little slice of heaven!
Disliked Very hard to find anything we disliked as its such a lovely place.
Obviously you dont have mobile signal/WiFi which is great for peace n quiet. If you need to contact owner you need to be offsite where you get a signal. We ran low on sawdust but when we messaged he was very quickly filled up for us - thank you!
Also very minor the tent instructions mentioned a freezer in the honesty shop. Tried to find it but actually didn't need to as the owner very kindly changed the freezer packs every day in the provided cool box. Thank you!
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Peaceful site with hot outdoor showers, cosy bell tent and comfy bed.
Short-Eared bell tent
Liked We stayed in the Bell tent, and it was comfortable and cosy. Enjoyed having a personal kitchen and hot shower. Loads of wildfire in the valley, and it's peaceful even though you're so close to the local town. Great idea to have a games/pool shack for the unpredictable British weather! Hope to visit again soon.
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Book an extra night! Excellent stay
Anonymous Short-Eared bell tent
Liked Everything! The woods are beautiful and the stream running through the site brings it together. Hosts were fantastic and we were accommodate to for every need. Even has a fantastically hot out door shower.
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Reviews
98% would recommend this site to a friend
98% would stay here again
What customers say
Guests consistently praise the beautiful, peaceful, and natural surroundings, highlighting the thoughtful design and cleanliness of accommodations and facilities. The hosts, particularly Chris, are frequently commended for being exceptionally friendly, welcoming, and attentive, often going above and beyond to ensure a comfortable stay. Many enjoyed the "off-grid" experience with no signal or Wi-Fi, finding it ideal for relaxation and reconnecting with nature. The hot tubs, games shack, and outdoor kitchens were popular features. A few minor points for improvement were noted, including suggestions for more lighting in the games shack and a desire for device charging facilities.
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most beautiful peaceful getaway , everything…
Anonymous Long-eared geodesic dome
Liked most beautiful peaceful getaway , everything was spotless and the kitchen area and pod had everything we need and so so clean ! chris the owner was so friendly and welcoming also ! so perfect i even got engaged here ! most perfect weekend (we will be back !!) would highly recommend to anyone
Disliked nothing at all !
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Great location, peaceful. Chris is fantastic…
Tawny cabin (hot tub)
Liked Great location, peaceful. Chris is fantastic host.
Disliked None
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Everything. The peacefulness. The back to…
Tawny cabin (hot tub)
Liked Everything. The peacefulness. The back to nature environment. The warm welcome from Chris and the extra little touches that we didn’t expect
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Absolute gem!
Long-eared geodesic dome
Liked The place if so well though out. Small features that make a massive difference. The host is extremely attentive and lovely. We're looking forwards to return. Worth every penny and much more.
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We enjoyed our stay at Owl Valley, but definitely room for improvement
Anonymous Long-eared geodesic dome
Liked It was very peaceful, the setting is stunning, the hosts were lovely and helpful from arrival to departure, the hot tub water is changed daily and pre heated for you to adjust to your preferred temperature (by adding cold water). The sound of the owls was lovely at night and the trickling stream was nice to listen to. Steves shack is a cool feature and we enjoyed a few games of pool and tried to play darts. The cooking area was well stocked and we enjoyed a meal cooked on the stove on both evenings of our stay. Lots of robins that land really close to you whilst you are relaxing outside your accommodation.
Disliked There were a few small things we feel could have improved the overall experience for us, the main thing was the no electricity, we feel that 'glamping' should be a more luxurious experience with ample facilities to charge devices, watch TV etc, the toilet being compostable and not a flush as well as the outdoor shower which didn't get hot, lukewarm at most isn't up to 'glamping' standards. We aren't used to having to go outside to go to the toilet first thing in the morning and we felt that we have been to campsites with better facilities. The games shack didn't get enough light to be able to play darts, the pool table had a bit more light but would have had more if the perspex roof panels had been cleared of the build up of leaves. We tried all the fairy lights, torches and candles but it didn't really make much difference.
The bed was hard and we could feel the wooden frame under the mattress so had sore hips the following days from sleeping on it, also there were discrepancies from the photos advertised on the website and what was actually in the accommodation, the flooring was different, there was no mirror, the yellow sofa which was only in the last couple of photos was wobbly on one side.
There were a lot of spiders webs in both the games shack and the shower/toilet area which is to be expected given it's location so if you aren't a spider person this may not be the best place for you.
There is very little phone signal which we weren't too fussed about but some people might not like that.
I don't want to put people off at all because it's a nice place but these are the honest points to help others make a decision if this place is for them.
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This is a gem of a site, enjoyed sitting in the hot tub doing nothing
Long-eared geodesic dome
Liked Isolated but close enough to Biddeford
Disliked Not staying long enough
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You have to book here!!
Long-eared geodesic dome
Liked What is not to like. This place is unreal. I loved everything about it.
Disliked Nothing.
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Fantastic little private cabin in quiet…
Tawny cabin (hot tub)
Liked Fantastic little private cabin in quiet countryside. There's a little space and foliage between the different spots, and they provide all the basics for cooking on the little gas stove.
Toilet was much nicer than I'd expected a composting toilet to be.
Chris was lovely to chat to as well.
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Very good
Barn Owl cabin (hot tub)
Liked I recommend it to everyone who wants to live a life with nature, peace and quiet.. No signal.
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Clean
Anonymous Barn Owl cabin (hot tub)
Liked It is such a cosy place 🥰
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Features
No dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Hot tub Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowedThemes
Forest Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' marketType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Owl Valley Glamping
Jennett's Cottage
Buckland Road
Bideford
Devon
England
EX39 5EQ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.00103°N
4.23364°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westward Ho! | 3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Saunton Sands | 8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Croyde Bay | 9 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Excellent | Good |
| Putsborough | 10 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Woolacombe Village | 11.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
RHS Garden Rosemoor 5.8 mi
Castle Drogo 28 mi
National Trust
Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 14.8 mi
Heddon Valley 19.9 mi
Lundy 21.8 mi
Finch Foundry 23 mi
Watersmeet 24.3 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Northam Burrows - Coast Path - Appledore - Diddywell - Northam Burrows 3.6 mi
TAPELEY PARK 3.7 mi
GREAT TORRINGTON CEMETERY 4.7 mi
ISLEY MARSH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 05/04/1990) 6.1 mi
Saunton - Croyde - Putsborough - Fruit and Nut Trail 8 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Owl Valley Glamping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Owl Valley Glamping dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Owl Valley Glamping? If you haven’t had enough of walking from your excursions on the South West Coast Path and Tarka Trail, never fear: Owl Valley is 40 minutes’ drive from Exmoor National Park, where … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Owl Valley Glamping?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 3:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Owl Valley Glamping? From £55 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.