Secret Spot Camping

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  • Peaceful site in a private home’s grounds 15 mins’ walk from Braunton
  • A five-minute drive from Saunton Sands beach and 10 from Croyde
  • Well-equipped guest kitchen and lounge area plus a communal firepit
Seek space at Secret Spot Camping, a site on open north Devon farmland 15 minutes’ walk from the pubs and shops of Braunton and five minutes’ drive from Saunton Sands beach. Pitches here form part of the grounds of a family home – guests are welcome to wander about and admire the gardens (a lot of effort goes into tending them, as you’ll see from the pics). Clubs and groups are welcome but be aware that the vibe here is very much peaceful rather than party. Facilities on site are centred around the convivial campers’ shelter, a hub full of handy things including a kitchen (with a fridge, freezer, microwave, kettle and toaster), comfy sofas, sockets for charging gadgets, and a wifi connection. If it’s a fine day, there’s also plenty of outdoor seating scattered around the place and a communal firepit area for campfire chats. Barbecues are welcome too, as long as they’re kept on the bricks provided. With several famed beaches nearby (not just Saunton Sands but also Croyde, 10 minutes’ drive away, and Putsborough within 15 minutes) this is a tiptop location for surfers as well as those who want to chill out; the site owners also manage a surf shop in Croyde, so folk who don’t have their own kit might want to hire or buy down there (with a little discount to aid proceedings).

Site type

Tent pitches 15
Motorhome pitches 15
Open now
Opens 25 June
Please note
  • Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Units longer than 6 metres are not allowed.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
  • Guests are requested not to pick flowers from the garden or go into any of the site outbuildings. Please note, this site does not accept motorhomes.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Wed, 25 Jun to

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100% would recommend this site to a friend

100% would stay here again

What customers say

Grand spot, spotless and quiet. Owners are sound, gardens lovely, facilities top-notch. They've thought of everything, from the kitchen to the roomy pitches and chilled vibe. Great for seeing North Devon, near beaches and shops. Nobody had a bad word to say.

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Arrival date (latest first)

If you like to be away from the crowds, it’s perfect

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Niki D.

Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Peace, friendly, clean, views, location,
Easy bike ride to Croyde

Disliked Ehu would have been a bonus

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank You for your lovely 10/10 Review!

We have created the 'Campers Shelter' with all lt's free facilities.. (Phone Charging/WiFi/Microwaves/Kettles/Toaster/Fridges/Freezer) as EHU is not currently available in the camping fields. Everything has been done so that campers really only need a light and maybe a coolbox.

Latest cost appraisal (this year) for EHU to pitches is in the region £30,000. This involves installing cabling across 2 fields (that do not belong to us) - in a 6ft deep trench that we must dig ourselves - on neighbouring land, followed by the on-site installation.

Never say never as we like a challenge but we may have to win the lottery first!

Regards Steve

The facilities were perfect, very thoughtful with a comfortable inside area, kettles,…

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Eleanor C.

Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked The facilities were perfect, very thoughtful with a comfortable inside area, kettles, hot water bottles ect. The owners were friendly and even come with two dogs! Which are obviously a highlight.
The campsite was very peaceful and perfect for families or anyone looking for somewhere to relax and enjoy the outdoors.
I couldn’t recommend this campsite high enough and definitely would come back.

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From the manager: Thank You for your lovely 10/10 Review! Regards Steve & Jo

Excellent site with clean and well-equipped facilities. Lovely hosts.

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Almost didn’t want to write a review as we don’t want anyone else to know about this little gem…!!
A superb campsite…really lovely hosts, very friendly and caring.
Excellent facilities…super clean and well-equipped with cleaning supplies.
Lovely open spaces, and quiet hideaways…in an idyllic setting…walking distance to Braunton and a little drive to Saunton and Croyde.
Will definitely stay again.

Disliked Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank You for your lovely 10/10 Review! Regards Steve & Jo

This was one of my fave campsites ever and I have stayed…

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Olivia R.

Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked This was one of my fave campsites ever and I have stayed in hundreds. Came as a lone female and felt really safe and relaxed the whole time. The owners were so nice and helpful throughout. The toilet and showers were the cleanest I’ve ever had and the showers were great. The indoor area with a microwave, fridge etc was ideal. Would always stay here when in North Devon from now on! It’s a perfect location to beaches, shops, pubs etc. 10/10

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: Thank You for your lovely 10/10 Review! Regards Steve & Jo

Nice spot, for saunton sands and Tarka trail!

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Clean and tidy

Disliked Not many people

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From the manager: Thank You for your Review..

The terrible wind and rain we had when you were here has now passed.

Location.. perhaps look at a map when selecting a campsite to make sure it is suitable for your needs?
Accommodation.. You brought your own! - Are you rating your own tent??
WiFi.. Works great in the Campers Kitchen/Lounge, does not reach far from there.
Customer Service.. Its our own home so we live on site and are available 24/7 if you need us.
Facilities/Activities.. All listed on Pitch-up - where you booked.

Hoping your next camping trip- wherever it may be ls more successful for you!


Regards Steve

Excellent site with clean facilities and lots of space to pitch

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Mark D.

Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Epic campsite very quiet. Owner allowed me to set up where I wanted. Was shown around the campsite showing the fields, showers, toilets, campfire area also the lounge area hub, which included freezers fridge and microwaves. Lots of charging points there as well. The hosts were super friendly and very knowledgeable for the area. Braunton and five min drive, has good number of shops including a good butchers. About a five min drive or 15min walk there is a farm called the spud shack which does an epic Organic milkshake, Also other good produce.
Nearest beach Saunton sands is about a ten min drive and reasonably priced. Saunton dunes ( sandy lane carpark is less than 7 mins drive £2.50/park ) are good place for a walk but be prepared to climb a lot and great for dog walking. Be aware with Woolacombe as parking is really expensive unless your staying for the whole day (£14) if your a NT member then free parking is available just outside Woolacombe.
There is an excellent cycle hire in Braunston which good for the Tarka Trail and reasonably priced as well.
The whole stay was one of the best I have had in N Devon and I will be returning.
Just be aware there is no EHU but plenty of charging points in the hub. This def a secret spot. There is no wifi but I had no problem with mobile data and got 5G with 3 in the top field.

Disliked Absolutely nothing

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From the manager: Thank You for your lovely 10/10 Review!

Please note that there is WiFi in the Campers Kitchen/Shelter.
The password is on the wall in the Kitchen section and again in the Lounge section!
Plenty of free sockets for phone/small device charging right there too.
Glad you enjoyed our site and the area.

FYl.. National Trust recently purchased Marine Drive at Woolacombe so if you are a NT member you can now get free parking at Croyde and Woolacombe.

Regards Steve & Jo

Fabulous stay as always in our camper van. This is our favourite…

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Louise L.

Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Fabulous stay as always in our camper van. This is our favourite campsite in North Devon. Quiet and so clean. Brilliant owners always happy to help.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank You for your lovely 10/10 Review!
Lovely words!
Regards Steve & Jo

Everything…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Everything

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank You for your lovely 10/10 Review!
Regards Steve & Jo

Super, will return again this year.

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Pennie S.

Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Beautifully maintained site, great facilities, so quiet and peaceful. So different with communal area that could be enjoyed, firepit area and all the work that must go in to maintaining the stunning gardens. Loved it.

Disliked Nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank You for your lovely 10/10 Review!
Yes the gardens are quite a challenge to keep up!

Regards Steve & Jo

Friendly family run business. Nice and clean facilities.

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8 out of 10
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Maria H.

Non-electric grass tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch

Liked Very calm and quiet campsite.
Ideal for relax.
Proximity to Sau ton Beach by car.
We were allowed to use a fridge and some white goods like kettle and microwave.

Recommend to friends Visit again


Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent pitches

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Level site, no steep slopes

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Secret Spot Camping

Moor Lane Nursery

Saunton Road

Braunton

Devon

England

EX33 1HG

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.10816°N
4.18073°W

Route directions

Turn off the main Saunton Road into Moor Lane. Continue on Moor Lane past the lodges and farm stall until you drive around the sharp right-hand bend. Directly after the bend, turn left up the site's driveway by the dark blue postbox and drive up to the bungalow. The what3words address of this site is racetrack.touches.plums.

Nearest transport

Coach
1.4 km George Hotel
1.4 km Opposite George Hotel
3.5 km Camp Gates
Rail
9.1 km Barnstaple Rail Station
14.9 km Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station
18.6 km Umberleigh Rail Station
Ferry
6.1 km Appledore Ferry Landing
6.3 km Instow Ferry Landing
10.1 km Bideford Ferry Landing

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

For a break from the waves, have a think about walks on the South West Coast Path (within five minutes’ drive) or bike rides on the Tarka Trail (15 minutes away). Wanders are also to be had around the Braunton Burrows sand dunes, the largest system of its kind in England and around 10 minutes' drive from the park. Tour tunnels instead at Ilfracombe – there’s a network of four carved out of the cliffside by locals back in the 1820s – followed by seawater swims in the nearby tidal pool. This seaside settlement 15 minutes’ drive from Secret Spot Camping also has an aquarium to amble around and is a gateway for wildlife-spotting boat trips. Kids keen to gaze at yet more animals? Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park (25 minutes' drive) is the place to go for meets and greets with meerkats and sea lions as well as animatronic prehistoric creatures.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Saunton Sands 3.1 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Croyde Bay 4.8 km Sea N/AGoodExcellentGood
Putsborough 5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Woolacombe Village 7.3 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Combesgate Beach, Woolacombe 8.1 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

RHS Garden Rosemoor 18.6 km

National Trust

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 14.4 km

Heddon Valley 21.3 km

Watersmeet 29.4 km

Lundy 34.2 km

Holnicote Estate 44.4 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

SAUNTON COURT 2 km

Saunton - Croyde - Putsborough - Fruit and Nut Trail 2.9 km

Croyde – Saunton Down – Middleborough Hill – Croyde 4 km

ISLEY MARSH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 05/04/1990) 4.1 km

CHAPEL WOOD (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 21/11/1950) 5 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.

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Secret Spot Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Secret Spot Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Secret Spot Camping? For a break from the waves, have a think about walks on the South West Coast Path (within five minutes’ drive) or bike rides on the Tarka Trail (15 minutes away). Wanders … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Secret Spot Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  noon –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Secret Spot Camping? From €80.30 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.