Guyscliffe Farm

1 review

Seating area (added by manager 25 Aug 2023)

Loading image…

1/8

Devon site with views out over Exmoor’s hills and Combe Martin bay
A 10-minute drive from Combe Martin beaches and 15 from Ilfracombe
Wildlife haven circled by woodland; shared barbecue and firepit area

Seeking somewhere secluded yet not too remote? Guyscliffe Farm is just the ticket for a top trip. Set high above Combe Martin, overlooking the hills of Exmoor National Park and Combe Martin bay, it’s close to the coast, countryside and a dreamy Devon village. The site is known for its friendly vibe – mostly thanks to the hard work of semi-retired owners Caron and Tony, who have years of hospitality experience under their belts from running a B&B in Bristol. They’re on hand to help you organise your trip, whether you’re after a quiet beach break or adventure-filled forays around Exmoor (15 minutes’ drive). Surrounded by extensive land and woods, Guyscliffe Farm has direct access to several hikes. One of the best walks in the area – through the Valley of Rocks, a steep natural vale dotted with rock pinnacles carved out during the Ice Age – takes half an hour to reach, but the South West Coast Path is less than 10 minutes away for relaxed roams closer by. Wherever you choose to stretch your legs, gather around the logburner in the barbecue area back on base while surveying the spectacular sea view. Or expend even more energy by strolling around on site – there’s plenty of scope to watch the wildlife that often scampers across the vast grounds. Note that the driveway to the site is steep and windy but worth the drive (they once had a double decker bus up there.)

Site type

Open all year

Languages spoken

English

Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Playground

Recreation room/arcade

TV room

Takeout

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available

Car parking by site/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Free wifi

Grocery store

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Laundromat

Parent & baby washroom

Payphone

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Restrooms

Shower available

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed

Barbecue provided

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Forest

Hikers’ paradise

Peaceful

Spectacular scenery

Wild camping

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Dump station

Electric car charging point(s)

Propane/gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Convenience store nearby

Dog walk nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm

Small (11-25 sites)

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horseback riding nearby

Indoor pool nearby

Leisure/theme park nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Restaurant nearby

Sailing nearby

Surf school nearby

Watersports nearby

Location

Guyscliffe Farm

Rectory Road

Combe Martin

Devon

England

EX34 0NS

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

51.19157°N
-4.02166°W

Route directions

In Combe Martin, turn onto Church Street by the George & Dragon pub. This road becomes Rectory Road; stay on this road for around a mile and look out for a boat on the right to find the site. Note that the driveway to the site is steep and windy.

Nearest transport

Coach

7.4 km Methodist Church

12.8 km Bus Station

13.5 km Opposite George Hotel

Rail

13.4 km Barnstaple Rail Station

19.5 km Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station

21.8 km Umberleigh Rail Station

Ferry

6.6 km Ilfracombe Ferry Landing

19.2 km Instow Ferry Landing

19.4 km Appledore Ferry Landing

Airport

45.9 km Swansea Airport

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.

Local attractions

During days on site when the wind’s blowing in the right direction, it’s said you can hear the lions, wolves and monkeys from the nearby Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park. Rather admire animals than listen to them? Then head five minutes’ drive down the road over to this zoo or drop by the aquarium in Ilfracombe’s harbour (15 minutes). While at this seaside spot, you can’t miss the 63-foot-high Verity Statue towering over town. Snap a photo of the striking structure, then – if it’s high tide – take a dip in the natural Victorian bathing pools at its feet. Brimming with marine life and a touch warmer than the sea, they’re stellar for snorkelling. To set eyes on other coastal creatures, take a boat trip from Ilfracombe and see the seals basking on the mainland, or speed towards Lundy Island for a chance of sighting seabirds, porpoises and dolphins. Back on dry land, the twin villages of Lynton and Lynmouth (half an hour) – linked by a Victorian-era water-powered railway – are also well worth a look.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Combe Martin	2.1 km	Sea	Poor	Poor	Poor	Poor
Ilfracombe Hele	5.7 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Ilfracombe Tunnels Beach	7.7 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Woolacombe Village	13.3 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Combesgate Beach, Woolacombe	13.4 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

RHS Garden Rosemoor 28.8 km

National Waterfront Museum 47.6 km

National Trust

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 5.7 km

Heddon Valley 7 km

Watersmeet 15.8 km

Holnicote Estate 32 km

Dunster Working Watermill 40 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

ARLINGTON COURT 5.9 km

Ilfracombe, Berrynarbor and the Coast 6.1 km

Hunters Inn - SW Coast Path - Trentishoe - Hunters Inn 7.2 km

Hunters Inn - Woody Bay - South West Coast Path - Hunters Inn 7.2 km

YOULSTON PARK 8.3 km

Local events

GoldCoast Oceanfest (Friday, June 21, 2024 – Friday, June 21, 2024)
Croyde, England 16.2 km

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.

Reviews

would recommend this site to a friend

would stay here again

Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Really lovely experience. Excellent facilities and stunning location.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	2
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

ILARIA I. Aug 2023

Powered grass tent campsite

Liked: A small quiet campsite with a breathtaking view of Combe Martin, the hills and the sea. Just opened so we were honoured to be their first ever customers! The campsite is very cleverly equipped. Automatic lights allow walking to the facilities without the need of a head torch at night. The toilets, shower and washing block is well designed with plenty of hot water. The fire pit/BBQ area is just lovely, with a beautiful view and Pic nic benches. Caron and her husband are lovely and friendly people with plenty of suggestions for local walks! Would definitely use again and recommend without reservation!

Disliked: Nothing really. Just important to keep in mind that the pitches are on the small side and placed at the side of a hill. The pitches are flat but the access is not, to be kept into account especially when loading/unloading equipment. It can get windy. We pitched in quite strong wind and had to use 3-4 pegs on the key points of the tent. Could have done with storm straps. Definitely not good for ball games 😁

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you both for being our first customers from pitch up. arriving in the windy weather but lucky the weather changed for you and gave you some beautiful pictures. Take care and look forward to seeing you again

Does Guyscliffe Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Guyscliffe Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Guyscliffe Farm? During days on site when the wind’s blowing in the right direction, it’s said you can hear the lions, wolves and monkeys from the nearby Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park. Rather … Read more