Hunters Lodge

4.0★

Good

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score

31 Customer Review(s)

“We did as asked, my wife called the owners 48hrs before our holiday, and got told off by them.”

(they said they had sent us an email)My wife mentioned that I use a wheelchair and they failed to tell us about the 2 large steps into the property, which meant I needed assistance to get into the house and therefore could not go out alone, when the rest of the family went out for the day. On arrival at the property we had already arranged with the owners to park by the entrance to unload, and again we were told off for doing this. The property was OK, but not very clean and they have a fly ...

(they said they had sent us an email)My wife mentioned that I use a wheelchair and they failed to tell us about the 2 large steps into the property, which meant I needed assistance to get into the house and therefore could not go out alone, when the rest of the family went out for the day. On arrival at the property we had already arranged with the owners to park by the entrance to unload, and again we were told off for doing this. The property was OK, but not very clean and they have a fly problem, we were inundated and this proved rather uncomfortable. On the plus side, the house is very nicely decorated, they have clearly changed some of the furnishings, since the photos were taken. We found the area beautiful, we did enjoy our break, after we sorted out these issues.

- Mr Clinton, September 2021
Mr Manchirala August 2021

“This is only for folks who wish to go to bed and sleep (pin drop silence).”

If anyone wants to throw a birthday party or any other celebration, it will be difficult to do so because all of the rooms are quite close to each other and are not soundproof.

- Mr Manchirala, August 2021
Mrs Haynes June 2021

“Just lost a point on the comfort of the sofa, which is going to be upgraded this year.”

Otherwise, it was perfect with high quality decoration and cleanliness, would definitely recommend. Hosts were very welcoming and the breakfast basket is well worth having.

- Mrs Haynes, June 2021
Mrs Hall October 2020

“Hunters lodge was spotless from top to bottom with a check list for the cleaning routine,very reassuring in these worrying times,hand sanitiser and anti bacterial sprays were supplied also.”

We were welcomed with a Devon cream tea which was a great start to our holiday,all home made by the owner,yummy. The house, grounds and views were beautiful,great location.

- Mrs Hall, October 2020
Ms Lasko August 2020

“Brilliant stay in Hunters Lodge.”

Beautiful setting and the perfect hosts. We will be back!

- Ms Lasko, August 2020
Ms Pursey December 2019

“We have had a lovely time celebrating Christmas in Hunters Lodge.”

Mike and Michelle made us feel very welcome on our arrival, with a lovely cream tea and special Christmas package of home made jam,coffee, lovely cheese, biscuits and Prossecco. All so thoughtful and unexpected. The Hunters Lodge is perfectly suited for couples or a small family wanting to have a relaxing holiday. There are also lots of places to eat near by . We enjoyed eating at the Thai restaurant in Silverton, very friendly.

- Ms Pursey, December 2019
Mrs Arrowsmith October 2019

“Pleasant holiday accommodation in a beautiful part of the country.”

Well equipped, clean, warm and reasonably comfortable. However, there was a lot of noise from the apartment upstairs, so we were very relieved there were no children staying above us. The worst part was being able to hear literally everything from the bathroom above the main bedroom. I'm sure the occupants would have been mortified if they knew we could hear them.

- Mrs Arrowsmith, October 2019
Ms Shaw July 2019

“We enjoyed the setting and the grounds very much.”

We particularly liked sitting in the gardens in the evening. The Lodge itself was lovely and well equipped more than enough room for 4 adults to stay comfortably.

- Ms Shaw, July 2019
Mr Walkinshaw April 2019

“The apartment is in a peaceful setting in a large former hunting lodge surrounded by beautiful grounds.”

It lies within easy reach of all of of Exmoor' s picturesque villages, towns and countryside as well as the coast.The nearby National Trust properties of Killerton, Knightshayes and Arlington are not to be missed..The apartment was comfortable well equipped and spotlessly clean, and couldn't be faulted.We were extremely well looked after during our stay by our resident hosts and certainly hope to return again in the not too distant future

- Mr Walkinshaw, April 2019
Mrs Plumbley April 2019

“We are on a road trip of Devon & Somerset.”

We have to find a specific type of accommodation to suit my needs as mobility restricted and we also have a well mannered dog. My search is for single level, enclosed grounds and walk in shower. As an additional priority we look for a quiet location, with a rural aspect . Hunters Lodge ticked all those boxes, we knew Knapp House had multiple accommodations but as we were early in the season this didn’t create too much of a problem. We were met on arrival by Mike who gave us a good test run of the Lodge.First impression clean and very well equipped Lodge.If you are wheelchair dependant the entrance into the Lodge has two deep steps and worth checking the width of the frontdoor. Getting around the Lodge wasn’t a problem if you can manage short walks. We had an issue with noise from the above tenants on our first night...It wasn’t their fault they had two young children who needed entertaining....but my goodness the noise wasn’t reduced as it came through the ceilings...this is possibly due to the age and structure of this iconic building. Michelle was very understanding when we mentioned the problem in the following morning .We were told the young family above us were leaving the following morning and all would be quiet from then on.We decided to stay and the family above were at a more tolerable sound level for their final night. As for the grounds ...non step wood-chip paths have been put in to get to the elevated summer house BBQ etc but unfortunately it was impossible for me to negotiate ...in my opinion many other mobility restricted guests would have similar problems sadly meaning I couldn’t make use of most of the outdoor spaces. This is I hope a constructive opinion from a mobility restricted guest and my findings of Hunters Lodge.

- Mrs Plumbley, April 2019
Mrs Simpson December 2018

“Cottage beautiful, very well fitted furnishings good quality and perfect for a winter break nice and warm”

- Mrs Simpson, December 2018
Mr Hubbard May 2018

“My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our holiday at Hunters Lodge.”

We found the accommodation very comfortable and appealing,and with the property being situated in a quiet and peaceful area, enabled us to enjoy a relaxing holiday.The fine weather over the bank holiday period allowed us to please our 14 year old labrador dog with trips out in the car. A cream tea was provided by Mrs Michele Maltby on arrival which went down very well..We enjoyed our stay, and would not hesitate to recommend to family and friends.

- Mr Hubbard, May 2018
Ms Lyness April 2018

“Hunters Lodge was in a beautiful location, very comfortable and well equipped.”

Mike and Michele were friendly, approachable and helpful - providing a lovely welcoming cream tea - and the breakfast box was delicious! It was also lovely to have Jackson - the dog with us on holiday!

- Ms Lyness, April 2018
Mrs Montague August 2017

“We couldn't have received a better welcome after an 8 hour journey of a lovely cream tea.”

Everything about this holiday was perfect for us ...

- Mrs Montague, August 2017
Mrs Crow August 2017

“Beautiful property, beautiful location.”

Lovely cream tea provided on arrival and nothing too much trouble. Had a lovely break.

- Mrs Crow, August 2017
Mrs Jones June 2017

“Extremely comfortable cosy cottage with everything you could possibly want provided.”

The owners were on hand but not intrusive and we were welcomed with a cream tea after a very long journey- much appreciated, thank you! The only tiny thing we could fault was that with such beautiful extensive grounds there was no area allocated to let the dog off lead. Just a small cordoned off area would have been very useful, especially on wet days because we had no option but to travel out - 10 minutes with a ball in a fenced area would have worked a treat. In summary, a very enjoyable break and would definitely recommend.

- Mrs Jones, June 2017
Mr Courtney June 2017

“Wonderful holiday.”

One of the best properties we have visited. Better than the description! The owners were very helpful. We would certainly return in the future.

- Mr Courtney, June 2017
Mr Rand September 2016

“The photos on the website do not do this place justice, it is beautiful!”

Lovely friendly welcome and a fantastic cream tea to greet us on arrival. The owners are very friendly and helpful, even providing me with a baking tin because we wanted to have toad in the hole for tea! Excellent base to discover the countryside and I'm sure we will return.

- Mr Rand, September 2016
Mr Bancroft August 2016

“We have used Sykes before and found them to be excellent - you still are.”

Thank you. Hunter's Lodge was wonderful. Our hosts, Mike and Michele, made us very welcome, allowing us to use parts of their garden. The "boxes" they supply, at extra cost, are well worth it. Visiting the "pop up pub" held on the first Friday of the month was an added surprise. They made wonderful suggestions on the area and places to visit. Thank you - we did not see the other accommodation associated with Knapp House, East Anstey, but if anything like ours we would recommend, they have put a lot of thought into what people require when on holiday. One note of warning, if you are not a confident driver, the roads in and around the area are narrow, single track lanes with very high hedges and some with few passing places - you may need to reverse! This however for us did not detract from the wonderful place to stay.

- Mr Bancroft, August 2016
Mrs Inchley July 2016

“Hunters Lodge was a beautiful cottage on gorgeous surroundings.”

It was like home from home. The owners were lovely and nothing was to much trouble. The beds were comfy and the linen and towels smelt beautiful. The Cottage was lovely and clean. I would definitely recommend this cottage to friends.

- Mrs Inchley, July 2016
Dr Dwyer June 2016

“Cottage was lovely and in a great setting.”

It was easy to get to the different beaches and towns around for sightseeing etc from the cottage.

- Dr Dwyer, June 2016
Ms Birch May 2016

“Excellent accommodation, it was very welcoming and the grounds are beautiful, would definitely recommend it to my friends and family.”

- Ms Birch, May 2016
Mrs Black June 2015

“The accommodation was excellent and situated in peaceful and relaxing surroundings.”

The countryside is a haven for walkers and for those who want to get away from the fast pace of everyday working life. The owners, were very friendly, helpful but not intrusive.

- Mrs Black, June 2015
Mrs Penney May 2014

“The setting in the grounds was both peaceful and picturesque and the accommodation was comfortable, with the beds excelling.”

For checking out Exmoor's narrow lanes then emerging onto the moors it is a really good base. The wet rooms were excellent for those with access issues and the welcome cream tea hit the spot as we arrived.

- Mrs Penney, May 2014
Mr Heinrich December 2013

“An excellent property, one of the best we have ever used.”

Friendly and helpful owners who made sure all our specific requirements were met. Excellent parking and very quiet. An ideal rural retreat. We highly recommend this property.

- Mr Heinrich, December 2013
Mrs Baulcombe October 2013

“The property was warm and cosy, and the attention to detail was impressive.”

The owners of the property were very helpful but non intrusive. A great place to stay.

- Mrs Baulcombe, October 2013
Mr Horn October 2013

“The property was of an excellent standard.”

- Mr Horn, October 2013
Mrs Tallant August 2013

“Hunters Lodge was an excellent base from which to explore Devon/Somerset/Exmoor.”

The drive up to the house is extremely impressive as the grounds are stunning. It had a very welcoming and homely atmosphere which meant that my husband and I, and our daughter, settled in immediately. The facilities were very good and they, along with the warm and friendly nature of the hosts, helped to make our experience of staying there a very comfortable and memorable one. We would highly recommend Hunters Lodge to anyone wishing to holiday in Devon.

- Mrs Tallant, August 2013
Dr Turner September 2012

“Home from home.”

- Dr Turner, September 2012
Mrs Lodder July 2012

“The area was gorgeous, with lovely views from the property.”

The property was also very good, and the welcoming cream tea was excellent.

- Mrs Lodder, July 2012
Mr Croft October 2011

“Very comfortable with a home from home feeling.”

Great having the wet rooms for ease and cleanliness which doubled as somewhere for our wet suits to be cleaned and dried. Very warm too with good central heating and plenty of hot water. Good facilities for cooking and nice area to relax. Plenty of parking and the ability to park outside the door to unload/load gear was handy. Lovely welcoming family to whom the property belonged/was attached to provided a nice touch with a cream tea delivered to out door on arrival.

- Mr Croft, October 2011
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Knapp House Cottages

A group of four wonderful holiday apartments set within two wings of Knapp House, close to the village of East Anstey and just four miles from Dulverton, the gateway to Exmoor. These properties each have their own unique style which reflects the history of the house. Guests are encouraged to enjoy the large mature gardens including the kitchen garden which is slowly being reclaimed. There are plenty of places to relax including a large cedar summer house which enjoys lovely views across the gardens and beyond. Knapp House is a beautiful example of a country house designed in the Arts and Crafts style and built in the early 1900s as a hunting lodge. Knapp House also offers local organic veg and salad boxes, as well as breakfast boxes to order. Once a month there is a pop-up pub in the house, an opportunity for guests to meet the locals and have something to eat and drink. The setting is tranquil and private and is the perfect retreat from which to explore the best of Exmoor, such as long sandy beaches at Woolacombe and Saunton, spectacular moorland scenery, breathtaking walks through the Barle Valley or any number of National Trust properties or historic sites such as Dunster Castle. There’s also numerous excellent pubs and restaurants a short distance away. Exmoor is extremely dog friendly and for the more active there are multiple activities, including riding, shooting, canoeing, wild swimming, surfing and mountain biking.

About the property

This ground floor holiday accommodation has retained the shooting lodge style of the original house but with a contemporary twist.

Its front door opens into a small lobby, ideal for coats and boots and there is a welcoming, comfortable sitting room with a separate kitchen and small dining area.

The king-size and twin bedrooms both have walk-in wet rooms making them ideal for guests with limited mobility.

This cottage is ideal for a couple or small family.

Note: This property is in a group with Refs. 7464, 8528 and 8529, together they can accommodate 12.

Summary

All ground floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite wet room with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite wet room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room
Small entrance lobby.
Eco-friendly biomass heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, radio, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Egyptian cotton bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair on request
Ample off road parking
Shared extensive mature grounds with large unfenced pond, picnic tables and deckchairs
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 4 miles
Note: Breakfast boxes, and organic veg and salad boxes available on request and at an additional charge
Note: Large unfenced pond in grounds, children to be supervised at all times.

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About the location

EAST ANSTEY

Dulverton 4 miles; Tiverton 13 miles.

The village of East Anstey lies in the heart of beautiful unspoilt countryside, four miles from the picturesque market town of Dulverton. Known as the gateway to Exmoor, Dulverton offers the River Barle, which flows under a Grade I listed, 3000 year old stone clapper bridge. The town also boasts pretty buildings and medieval winding streets, along with a wealth of award winning restaurants and pubs, quality gift shops and tea rooms. The spectacular North Devon coast is within driving distance with the picturesque villages of Lynton and Lynmouth well worth visiting. Spend a day at the wonderful sandy beaches of Croyde Bay, Woolacombe and Saunton Sands, all of which provide fabulous opportunities for surfing. East Anstey is an ideal base to explore the magnificent rolling landscapes of Exmoor and the dramatic North Devon coastline.

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One well-behaved dog is welcome.

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Reviews & Ratings

“We did as asked, my wife called the owners 48hrs before our holiday, and got told off by them.”

“This is only for folks who wish to go to bed and sleep (pin drop silence).”

“Just lost a point on the comfort of the sofa, which is going to be upgraded this year.”

“Hunters lodge was spotless from top to bottom with a check list for the cleaning routine,very reassuring in these worrying times,hand sanitiser and anti bacterial sprays were supplied also.”

“Brilliant stay in Hunters Lodge.”

“We have had a lovely time celebrating Christmas in Hunters Lodge.”

“Pleasant holiday accommodation in a beautiful part of the country.”

“We enjoyed the setting and the grounds very much.”

“The apartment is in a peaceful setting in a large former hunting lodge surrounded by beautiful grounds.”

“We are on a road trip of Devon & Somerset.”

“Cottage beautiful, very well fitted furnishings good quality and perfect for a winter break nice and warm”

“My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our holiday at Hunters Lodge.”

“Hunters Lodge was in a beautiful location, very comfortable and well equipped.”

“We couldn't have received a better welcome after an 8 hour journey of a lovely cream tea.”

“Beautiful property, beautiful location.”

“Extremely comfortable cosy cottage with everything you could possibly want provided.”

“Wonderful holiday.”

“The photos on the website do not do this place justice, it is beautiful!”

“We have used Sykes before and found them to be excellent - you still are.”

“Hunters Lodge was a beautiful cottage on gorgeous surroundings.”

“Cottage was lovely and in a great setting.”

“Excellent accommodation, it was very welcoming and the grounds are beautiful, would definitely recommend it to my friends and family.”

“The accommodation was excellent and situated in peaceful and relaxing surroundings.”

“The setting in the grounds was both peaceful and picturesque and the accommodation was comfortable, with the beds excelling.”

“An excellent property, one of the best we have ever used.”

“The property was warm and cosy, and the attention to detail was impressive.”

“The property was of an excellent standard.”

“Hunters Lodge was an excellent base from which to explore Devon/Somerset/Exmoor.”

“Home from home.”

“The area was gorgeous, with lovely views from the property.”

“Very comfortable with a home from home feeling.”