Briar Cottage

This charming, detached cottage is quietly nestled on a steep hillside, providing a serene vantage point overlooking the village of Lynton. It offers spectacular, uninterrupted views of the sea and coastline. The generous enclosed outdoor space on the property allows your pets and children to roam freely, while you can relax and bask in the awe-inspiring panoramic views. The village of Lynton is conveniently close, boasting an array of excellent restaurants, cosy cafes, and independent shops. This pet-friendly cottage serves as an ideal year-round base for those eager to explore the splendour of Exmoor.

Sleeping six people in three bedrooms and welcoming two dogs, Briar Cottage offers fully enclosed gardens and parking for three cars on the driveway. The property features a well-equipped country kitchen and a separate living room with a dining area, comfortable seating a wood-burning stove and sea views, making mealtimes special regardless of the season. The cosy snug is equipped with underfloor heating and a wood-burning stove for the cooler seasons. Each delightful bedroom offers picturesque views of the surrounding countryside and the sea. The double bedroom comes with a spacious ensuite bathroom featuring underfloor heating, while the two other bedrooms have twin beds and share a bathroom with a separate shower cubicle. A large utility area is ideal for pet beds and includes a downstairs cloakroom, with WC and wash basin.  One of the features of Briar Cottage, is the enclosed patio area, which, combined with the spacious lawned area, provides ample space for outdoor dining or simply enjoying a relaxing drink at the end of the day. This wonderful, pet-friendly holiday home is perfect for both couples and families alike.

The centre of the village, with its array of restaurants, tea rooms, pubs, and unique shops, is just a short drive or an exhilarating downhill walk away from the cottage. The renowned Lynton & Lynmouth Funicular Cliff Railway offers the most thrilling way to descend to Lynmouth, allowing you to enjoy stunning views of the North Devon Coastline as you ride the steepest water-powered railway in the world. Lynmouth, with its old-world charm and picturesque harbour, is certainly worth a visit, offering photo-worthy moments at every turn. The property provides convenient access to many of Exmoor’s beauty spots, including the spectacular rugged coastline of The Valley of the Rocks. If you’re inclined to explore other areas of North Devon, the magnificent sandy, surfing beaches of Woolacombe Bay and Croyde are just a 30-minute car journey away.

Briar Cottage is perfectly positioned to cater to a diverse range of holiday seekers. Whether you’re after a romantic retreat, a walking holiday, or quality family time, this cottage is certain to create lasting memories and a desire to return time and time again.

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How Far To…

0.7 miles to the beach

0.2 miles to the pub/restaurant

0.4 miles to the shops

0.7 miles to the coast

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Accommodation
Entrance hall:  Table and Chair with a large bay window to take advantage of the panoramic sea views.
Snug: 2 Comfortable sofas, fireside chair, Smart TV and wood burning stove.
Living Room:  With a range of comfortable seating, wood burner, dining table and 6 chairs that provides a lovely setting to enjoy an evening meal and sliding doors leading to the garden, this is the perfect spot to sit back and relax and enjoy the coastal views.
Kitchen/ breakfast room: The well equipped, ‘country style’ fitted kitchen with fan oven and 4 ring induction hob, toaster, electric kettle, fridge, dishwasher and variety of kitchen utensils. Small table and seating area.
Utility room: A useful room with microwave, small freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and Belfast sink.  It also benefits from a downstairs cloakroom, with WC and wash basin.
Bedroom 1 (First Floor): Master double bedroom with wardrobe, chest of drawers, bedsides, TV and ensuite shower room with shower cubicle wash basin and toilet.
Bedroom 2 (First Floor): Twin Bedroom with, wardrobe and bedsides.
Bedroom 3 (First Floor): Twin Bedroom with chest of drawers and bedside.
Bathroom (First Floor): Bath with separate shower cubicle, wash basin and WC.
Garden:  A cute winding path leads to an enclosed garden, with patio area, lawned garden and furniture provided. The perfect spot to sit back and enjoy the wonderful panoramic coastal views.
Parking: Private driveway parking for 3 cars. Please note: The property is about 50m from the parking area.
Pets: 2 Dogs welcome
Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Electric heat pump central heating. No smoking permitted. Maximum of 6 people permitted. Two well-behaved pets accepted. Please note, you will have to provide logs for the wood burners. Wi-Fi Broadband. A travel cot is provided. Iron and ironing board provided.  Short breaks available. 4pm arrival time. Arrival/departure for weekly bookings is Friday. Important note the cottage, like many properties on Exmoor, is situated on a steep narrow hill which inexperienced drivers may find intimidating.
Security Deposit: This property has a refundable Accidental Damage Deposit of £150, which is payable with the final balance of your holiday, ten weeks prior to your arrival, and is refunded within 10 working days of your departure.

Anonymous – Dec 2025 

A special location/view with everything you need for an enjoyable holiday whatever time of the year.

Mr S. Thomas – Oct 2025

“The cottage is every bit as spectacular as the photos make it look and has everything you could possibly need for a great stay. Our only recommendation would be to go down Sinai Hill rather than up it!”

Mr Bates and Guests – Sept 2025

Lovely comfortable cottage with outstanding views of the coast, Lynton & Wales in the distance. Beds are comfortable & kitchen is well provided for. For extra comfort a wood burner in the TV room & in the lounge extension a modern stand alone wood burner. Would suggest take you own wood or purchase at the garage. This is our 6 time to Briar Cottage and I would certainly recommend.

Mrs A Hammersley – Sept 2025

“Stunning location, outstanding views from every bedroom and the sitting areas, plenty of room downstairs, excellently equipped – we didn’t need anything. Not for the feint hearted – loads of steep hills and narrow lanes but we loved that.”

Anonymous -Sept 2025

“Very comfortable house, with great view, and well equipped. Need to be aware of steep path/road into Lynton but otherwise very recommendable.”

Mrs A. Harding – August 2025

“A beautiful cottage to stay in, the best we’ve stayed in for many years! We have 2 little dogs who loved it as well.”

The Leach Family – June 2025

“Beautiful views, excellent Cottage & Gardens, road a bit hard to navigate but this is down to council not owners.”

Ian – May 2025
“Great house in a great location with fantastic see views. House had all the amenities needed and everything worked perfectly. The location is wonderfully quiet and private. The steep hill and driveway are not for the faint hearted so would recommend parking up and walking everywhere which will do wonders for your fitness. Overall, a great stay helped by perfect weather.”

Daniel – May 2025
“Absolutely loved our stay at the cottage. Breakfast outside with the sea views was something very special. Amazing local walks especially the river. Local tapas restaurant was very very good.”

Anonymous – May 2025
“A lovely cottage with amazing views and fully equipped with modern amenities. Well worth a week in North Devon.”

Anonymous – May 2025
“Lovely, clean cottage with sensational view of the sea. Although steep, you could walk to Lynton centre in just a few minutes.”

Samantha – March 2025
“Great little find, tucked away. The views were amazing. Waking up to sit on the balcony to the sea was refreshing. Deffo blew the cobwebs out. Lots of little cafes, pubs restaurants and shops, all dog friendly. Deffo can skip leg day at the gym, but if you don’t want to walk you can use the train lift. also dog friendly. Oliver gave us all the information we needed and was very helpful. Great clean spacious property, with the lovely log burner to top it off. Was a really lovley stay.”

William – March 2025
“The view from this property is beautiful and its a quiet location.”

The Rigby Family – January 2025
“Absolutely loved our stay. It was an 80th birthday present for dad. The views and house were definitely worth it. The house was well equipped and comfortable, with plenty of space for us to relax and enjoy. We would all like to return someday.”

The Lammas Family – January 2025
“Briar Cottage was fabulous in every way- amazing views, spacious and comfortable, clean, well equipped and a great enclosed garden for our dog. We loved sitting at the dining room table playing games and looking at the view and the snug was fabulous for tv with the log burner lit. Bathrooms were great with good showers. Kitchen had everything we needed. Beds were comfortable with good pillows. We would love to return.”

The Ruddock Family – December 2024
“Quite simply this is one of the best cottages we’ve ever stayed in. It’s a lovely cottage, perched perfectly on the hillside overlooking Lynton and Lynmouth. It is extremely well equipped (so many are not) with everything you could possibly need, nicely styled, and everything works. Warm, comfy, lovely wood burner, fantastic views, a 5 minute walk from the town (lots of good pubs and nice shops/cafes) and 20 minute walk from the beach, and right on beautiful Exmoor. Dog friendly with an enclosed garden. We had a couple of great walks out to the lighthouse with a pint at the Blue Ball Inn. We loved it and will definitely be back. Thank you for making our Christmas one to remember for all the right reasons!”

Mr & Mrs Stott – November 2024
“A fantastic location and a lovely warm cottage with amazing views- we had such a lovely time-Lynton is a great little spot.”

Mr & Mrs Bates – October 2024
“This is our 4 visit to Briar Cottage. The views are totally amazing. The cottage is comfortable and spacious. The new extension to the dining room has made such a difference with a lovely new wood burner, and the new patio doors have opened up the view from the cottage. A Fabulous base for touring Exmoor or North Devon. We enjoy it so much that we have already booked for next year. Can’t wait!”

The Bullock Family – August 2024
“Beautiful house and location. Had everything we needed. We are missing those sea views already. Would highly recommend. You need to be prepared for very steep hill walks to and from the house and to get to Lynmouth beach. Runners and good walking shoes recommended.”

The Lewis Family – August 2024
“The place was great for a family holiday and well equipped. The view was stunning. We loved the layout of the lounge with the comfy couch and CD player for relaxing and looking at the view. We also liked the USB socket connections, very handy! Lynton has a good variety of places to eat (the Old Bank did a fantastic Sunday Roast) and the convenience stores adequate for our needs. Loads of good walks straight from the door and the steep climb to the house kept us fit. We really enjoyed our stay.”

The Guyatt Family – August 2024
“Amazing location and excellent views!”

Mr & Mrs Connolley – June 2024
“Lovely property with fantastic views over the sea and Lynton. Good sized bedrooms and bathrooms. Great sitting area with fabulous views. Underfloor heating if you need it works well and kitchen well equipped. Fabulous terrace garden for soaking up the sun and enjoying the views. Access is up a very steep hill.”