Challacombe is a remote village on the edge of Dartmoor in Devon dating back to Saxon times, home to over 130 people. A chance to follow the path through ancient woodland should be taken as it leads to a delightful church. Whilst enjoying the Moor keep a look out for the Longstone as it’s the tallest ancient stone on Dartmoor. Or if Regency elegance is wished for Arlington House has wonderful treasures on display, complete with Victorian Gardens, Pleasure Grounds, and a huge collection of Carriages, the Stable Block will tempt all visitors to linger to see the working horses. Add the chance to ride in a Horse Drawn Carriage around the grounds makes a recipe for success. Or perhaps a trip to Lyn and Exmoor Museum will please with fascinating exhibits from the Bronze Age, and cringing medical equipment. Animal lovers are happy at Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park, or for an intriguing experience there is Quince Honey Farm where working Bee Colonies are safely seen behind glass, and the mysteries of honey production is explained ….for younger visitors Watermouth Castle has impressive suits of Armour in the Great Hall, fabulous water rides, jumping fountains, and even a Dungeon Maze
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Places to Stay near Challacombe
Twitchen Farm (0.10 miles)
An 18th century courtyard farmhouse in the exmoor national park, renovated to provide high quality en-suite accommodation.Easy access to Barnstaple, Exmoor and North Devon. Close to Challacombe village with its ... More
Moorlands (3.27 miles)
MOORLANDS was built in the late 19th Century to provide shelter for travelers on the old Lynton to Barnstaple railway. In recent ... More | visit website
Bracken House Hotel (3.60 miles)
Set in beautiful scenary within 8 acres peace and quiet are guranteed. The gardens are a haven for birds. Located in North Devon the house makes an excellent base for those wishing to explore Devon ... More | visit websiteExmoor Manor Hotel (4.85 miles)
This hotel, converted from an old farm house, offers comfortable accommodation within picturesque countryside surroundings. The Roost Restaurant offers a la carte dining and a daily changing menu created by an ... More
Old Rectory Hotel (5.00 miles)
Hunters Inn (5.02 miles)
The Exmoor Forest Inn (5.08 miles)
Simonsbath House Hotel (5.08 miles)
Overlooking the Barle Valley on Exmoor, our 350 year old country house hotel or self catering cottages offers the perfect setting for friends and family to enjoy a winter break. Walk the magnificent Exmoor countryside ... More | visit website
Heddons Gate Hotel (5.08 miles)
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On the steep slopes of the magnificently wooded Heddon Valley, hidden in a spectacular setting at the end of a quarter-mile private drive, you ... More
Pine Lodge Guest house (5.11 miles)
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