Elworthy Lodge

Lovely spacious lodge,with great views

Lovely stay at elworthy lodge, property is well kept, clean and comfortable.

The added bonus of beautiful view and for a working farm it’s actually peaceful. My children loved staying here and seeing the dogs, cows and sheep. We would definitely return.

We love Elworthy Lodge.

This is our second holiday here and we have booked again for next May. The lodge has everything you need from a well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, quietness and a superb view over the countryside. Great garden for your pets to run around in and have a great time with no issues about them escaping onto farmland. The lodge is within easy reach of places to visit and to go shopping. Both Karen and Bill are welcoming and very friendly and if you need anything they will happily accommodate. Looking forward to our next holiday in May 27. Thank you to both Bill and Karen.

Excellent accommodation, really comfy beds.

great views. large comfortable lodge. couldn't fault it in anyway. Karen & Bill were really friendly but not intrusive . So lovely to see the baby fawn they had adopted.. thanks for having us. Gary and Gen'e Xx July 2026

Another visit to Elworthy Lodge our favourite place.

Greeted by Karen with her usual warm welcome. Friends joined us and were pleasantly surprised with the accommodation something we raved about. The bungalow is equipped with all your needs. Looking forward to our next visit.

Karen and bill are our best friends as we have been going to elworthy for years.

It's so lovely to catch up. The views are spectacular and so peaceful. The property is always spotlessly clean and comfortable. Well worth a visit and the dog love it too.

Lovely place and owners were very accommodating.

It was lovely staying on a working farm with the animals nearby, especially the new lambs (sorry cows)and there was a beautiful forest nearby for on the doorstep dog walking. I had a lovely relaxing time.

The Lodge is lovely, set on a working farm with amazing views out on the rolling countryside.

Karen was on hand if needed anything and it was lovely seeing all the new born lambs the other side of the garden. The farm dogs are super friendly. We had a lovely week and hope to come back.

Could not fault the accommodation and service provided by Kare and Bill.

Friendly and helpful. Would return.

As always the bungalow was luvly.

5 time stayed which includes 3rd Xmas. Unfortunately tried to book for Xmas 2026 but already booked. Have booked for June 2026. One of the nicest self-catering accommodations every stayed. Karen the host takes pride in ensuring she makes your stay the best.

We had the perfect week in Elworthy Lodge.

Karen was so friendly and helpful upon our arrival, (as were the dogs) The Lodge was spotlessly clean and tidy with huge amounts of storage. Very well equipped, comfortable , with amazing views across the Devon countryside. Great location for exploring Devon. We had a great week and were sorry we had to leave. Rich & Karen

The property was very warm bright clean and comfortable .

Only a couple of miles from the town with a garage , super market and local shops Short drive to Exmoor and the north coast , the owners are very friendly and pleasent , we have stayed a number of times and will try and get back next year .

We had a brilliant time at Elworthy Lodge .

Warm and cosy with brilliant views. Beaches and shops close by. A completely relaxing 5 days. Thank you Karen

Myself and husband and our 2 dogs had a really lovely relaxing break at Elworthy lodge.

The accommodation was just as listed, exceptionally clean and well equipped. A perfect central location for exploring Devon coast and countryside. Secure large garden and wooded walks around the lodge. Karen was friendly and helpful on arrival and we knew we could contact her if we had any problems which we didn’t. We will definitely be returning

Elworthy Lodge proved to be extremely comfortable accommodation in an ideal location for exploring north Devon.

It is located on a working farm and is therefore approached through a working farmyard but that is not a problem. Being a lodge it is all on one level but future guests need to be aware that there are 3 steep steps to access the property through the front door and likewise out of the lounge patio doors on to the sunny patio. The view from the wide windows of the lounge across the Devon countryside are quite spectacular. Karen, the owner was very friendly and most accommodating even offering us an extra day at the end of our week to make up for our delayed arrival due to Storm Amy. A property to return to should we visit the area again.

We love Elworthy Lodge.

This was our third visit and we were not disappointed. Karen welcomed us, together with Drift and the Jack Russell dogs. The Lodge is so spacious and comfortable with lots of storage. Lovely views from the lounge/diner/kitchen. We have always felt safe with Karen and Bill there to help with any problems. Thank you. Brenda & Michael

Absolutely beautiful this is one of the best places I have ever stayed at the owners wear Absolutely lovely they wear always there to help if you needed anything the views from the living room window wear so beautiful

Another relaxing stay at Elworthy.

This is our 5th visit and the only thing they cannot provide is the weather. We had some luvly meals out and dodged the raing to visit local aeeas.. Booked again for christmas. Definitely recommend to friends everything provided including comfort for our little dog Millie, who enjoys running around and making friends with the owner Karen's dogs. Karen always welcomes us with a smile and is available 24.7. Hopefully we will visit in 2026 and try to book the right week weather wise.

We absolutely loved our stay at Elworthy Lodge.

The lodge was spacious with plenty of storage throughout and in the porch area and bedrooms. Even though on a working farm, it was very peaceful with wonderful uninterrupted views over rolling countryside. The lodge was very clean and had everything we needed, including a washing line. The garden was spacious and very secure for our dogs to roam and play in. There was also a large pen with a large kennel in it to house your dogs safely, if you wanted to go out without them for a few hours. The nearest town is South Molton which has everything you need and only a short distance away by car. There is also a medium sized Sainsbury’s there too. The owners, Karen and Bill were lovely and Karen made sure we had everything we needed and would check in on us to make sure we were ok. Great place to stay, great owners and a great holiday was had by us all. Would definitely go back again.

We had a wonderful week it was home from home the lodge was great we were so happy with the accommodation highly recommend

We really enjoyed our stay, the lodge is spacious and comfortable, with lovely views.

The garden is safe for the dog. We would definitely stay again if in the area Thanks Maxine & Mark

Thank you for a wonderful stay- the property was truly lovely, with beautiful views which made for a very relaxing stay.

The only small observation was the back steps which felt a little uneven and slightly tricky to navigate both for adults and children.

We had a fabulous week at the Lodge.

Karen was lovely and helpful, but not at all obtrusive. The farm dogs were a joy. The lodge is perfect for the two of us, and two Labradors, but could easily suit a larger family with plenty of bedroom and bathroom space. Everything was spotless and well cared for. Garden totally escape proof, and we have a dog that tests every fence. Shopping delivery was easy and plenty of little shops and a decent Sainsbury’s in South Molton. We also found 3 different secure dog walking fields for extra piece of mind so the dogs could have a romp! Would stay again for sure.

Just can’t fault this holiday lodge.

Lovely location with a view to die for. The lodge has everything you would need for a perfect get away.

Excellent in all respects .

The owners are welcoming and helpful Elworthy Lodge is spacious and suited all our requirements

We had a great week staying at this accommodation.

Karen was really lovely and made us feel welcome and at home.

Elworthy Lodge is an absolute gem & we loved our stay.

Beautifully clean & it has all the items to make it a home from home. Great to be staying on a working farm & seeing the animals, with the lovely dogs welcoming us back after each days walk in the wonderful North Devon Country side or along the Coastal Paths. A big thank you to Karen & family for their warm hospitality. We will definitely be returning.

Loved Elsworthy Lodge, second time visit, close to South Molten for supplies and beaches all within an hours drive some only 30 minutes.

Friendly helpful host and playful dogs to greet us on leaving and arriving at the lodge. well kept and very comfortable and spacious, couldn't fault at all.

Elworthy Lodge is a beautiful serene place to stay.

The lodge is well equipped, very clean, warm and has beautiful views across the countryside. Karen, the owner, is super helpful and we thoroughly enjoyed the 6 days we stayed there.

This is our third stay at Elworthy Lodge and our only fault the weather which out of our control.

Already booked two breaks for next year. The owner Karen always makes us very welcome. Our second Christmas and Karen decorates the bungalow luvly.

The Lodge is a comfortable and quiet place to spend a week to relaxe and unwind , friendly and helpful hosts .

will be going again next year .

Elworthy Lodge was exactly right for us.

Warm, comfortable and lovely open plan living. It was our first visit but we have already booked to come again next year in the Spring. The weather was very foggy all week so we didn’t actually leave the Lodge. It was so quiet and peaceful we enjoyed a complete rest and cooking in the lovely kitchen. Another chopping board and a metal sieve would have been useful but otherwise everything was super. Looking forward to our next visit.

This is an ideally situated cottage with easy access to the 3 counties of Devon, Somerset and Cornwall all within a hours drive.

The lodge is beautifully presented with all the amenities you need and is very comfortable. The owners are very welcoming and happy to help with any issues that arise.We really enjoyed our stay and are likely to return in the future.

A lovely relaxing holiday.

Stunning views from the windows. Very clean and airy. Definitely recommend.

We had a lovely time with our dogs at Elworthy Lodge, in fact we have already booked for next year.

It is especially good if your stay is longer than a week as it provides all the facilities that you need, I.e. full size fridge freezer, washer/drier plus an outside airier, and a nice bath. If you have dogs, the garden is completely enclosed and the farm dogs are very friendly. The views of the Devon countryside are spectacular.

A repeat stay for us,after several visits it’s still the same….

fantastic..! The lodge is brilliant as is the setting but also the area,we love the surrounding villages and it’s a perfect base to explore this part of Devon, Karen is super friendly and the care she puts into the lodge is clear to see… best bit though is drift (the dog) along with the other 3… always puts a smile on our faces…

I was so happy to be able to stay at The Lodge again, it is a lovely property with the most wonderful view.

Everything about it is so peaceful and the owners make you very welcome. I think the thing that says the most about it, is the number of repeat bookings, this shows what an amazing property it is.

We all had a lovely time at elworthy lodge and our dog lily was so pleased to see her friends at the farm.

Karen and Bill work so hard and the farm and surrounding areas are wonderful.

Excellent location with a fabulous view, well positioned to travel to all the major sights.

Very comfortable accommodation with everything that you need. Friendly owners who are there to help if needed. Very dog friendly and everything is set up to allow them full freedom.

We had a fantastic week at Elworthy Lodge, the farm location is superb with the lambs, cows and the farm dogs making it a very memorable holiday, superb hosts who were on hand for local advice but also insights into how the farm works, fully recommend staying at the lodge, brilliant location to discover Devon 10/10 we can’t wait to come back soon

What a welcoming, comfortable, clean lodge with absolutely stunning views from the lounge!

The owners had thought of every need for our stay from board games & puzzles, kitchen appliances & utensils to fluffy duvets and towels. Our daughter enjoyed watching the animals being milk fed on the farm. We had such a lovely few days on Elworthy farm. Thank you.

Lovely Well Located Lodge.

Very Peaceful & Everything you would need for a quiet break away from it all. Loved it, Will hopefully return as soon as we can.

Lodge was very clean and well equipped.

Garden was great for our 2 dogs large and secure. only negative regarding the garden at side of lodge at rear was very muddy. Unfortunately had to cut our stay short due to health reasons. But would definitely stay again and would recommend to others. Very peaceful and fantastic views.

Lovely place to stay plenty of room for all, especially the dog .

large fully enclosed garden .Will be back hopefully when the weather is better to fully appreciate the wonderful views.

Excellent cottage, clean and very well equipped.

Dog friendly and Karen extremely helpful. Will definitely return here. 10/10 Barbara Payne

Absolutely stunning, beautifully clean, great views and lovely hosts

Self contained, very busy people who own the working farm on site who are helpful but not intrusive.

Warm comfortable accommodation facing hills for lovely views and sunsets. Secure garden 3-4 ft fence if you have a jumper but facing a field so not a real issue.Rural Location but South Molton 6mins drive for takeaways and essentials,butchers shop and market twice a week.35 mind drive to Instow beach easy access and flat sand,passing buy retail park.

We had another lovely relaxing week at Elworthy Lodge.

Lounging on the sofas with a good book, watching the wonderful view and the clouds wizz by followed by beautiful sunsets, with no nagging thoughts that we should be doing something. Perfect. The dogs loved it too.

Would highly recommend Elworthy Lodge, we all enjoyed our stay and would love to return if visiting the area again.

Great location for exploring Devon. It was a great property for our dogs with the enclosed garden and walks on the doorstep. The owners and their dogs were very friendly and welcoming.

A perfect relaxing stay at Elworthy lodge for 2 weeks.

Would recommend this lodge for anyone. Handy for both North and South coasts. Hosts very welcoming as were the farm dogs.

Another fantastic week.

Very clean and comfortable. The dogs love being here as well. Suits us as it in a quiet location but within driving distance to the beaches. Karen and Bill are excellent hosts. Will be back in a few weeks and then in the Autumn.

Excellent accommodation.

Very clean, comfortable and well equipped. Owners extremely welcoming. Lovely views too.

Very comfortable ,host very friendly and helpful.

Quite and peaceful.beautiful view

Lovely property with an amazing view.

We had a very nice stay at Elworthy lodge.

Owners and dogs were very friendly. We didn't have any issues that caused us problems. Comfortable, warm and snug thank you.

This was a beautifully presented lodge in a fabulous location - we and our two dogs felt very welcome, and at home.

The garden was totally secure, and the farm dogs were very friendly too!!

Loved our stay at Elworthy Lodge, lovely setting amazing views all from a comfortable spacious and well equipped holiday home.

Have booked again for next year. Would highly recommend.

Our stay and cottage was perfect.

We wanted a quiet break and to visit friends. The cottage had everything you wanted. Karen and Bill were always available and it was nice to stay on a working farm. My daughters dog Charlie will certainly miss playing with one of their dogs Winnie,they had so much fun. Cannot fault the cottage and so near to towns and Exmoor.

Enjoyed our stay at this lovely location.

Karen the owner made us feel welcome from the start... As did her very friendly dogs. The accomadation was in good order and had everything you could want. Our stay was very peaceful and we were well situated for exmoor and the Devon coast. We both said we would be back when we were able to book again. Likewise Sykes kept you up to date and ensured you had all the information you could possibly need.... In fact probably too many emails in a way but thanks to them as well for an enjoyable holiday

This was the perfect place for us to enjoy a relaxing break together.

It was simply ideal: top notch in every way. We hope to visit again before too long.

Wow just wow!

Fantastic accommodation very clean. Amazing views all located on a lovely rural farm with lovely owners & very friendly dogs. Highly reccomend especially pleased with the secure gated garden for our two escape artists! Everything you want to visit in beautiful North Devon is not far from here. Highly reccomend - we'll definitely be back.

Just arrived back from a wonderful stay at elworthy lodge.

Everything about it was amazing, the views were spectacular and as for the owners lovely friendly dogs they made our dog Busters holiday. They came to the gate every time we pulled up to play with him

Another comfortable relaxing week at Elworthy Lodge.

Perfect place as a base for North Devon or to sit and do nothing and take in the lovely views from the sofas.

We had a lovely stay at Elworthy Lodge, it was so comfortable and we had everything we needed.

The view from the living room was stunning. The owner was so kind and helpful. The garden was secure so our dogs were able to run in and out. And the lovely farm dogs were a treat, welcoming us every time we came home!! A really great place to stay

Our second visit lovely lodge lovely place lovely host

Lovely setting, very quiet property which was fully equipped and clean.

Had Wi-Fi, suggested on website that it did not. Friendly owners.

What a lovely location and lodge was beautiful.

Lovely in the morning sitting out with cuppa and so quiet . Dogs were so friendly .

Wonderful stay at Elworthy.

Karen and Bill looked after us so well. Karen and Bill work so hard. We have booked up again for another year. Such a lovely lodge so comfortable and the views are amazing. It was so lovely to see the dogs and our dog loves them.

Great base for exploring North Devon.

Very comfortable lodge with lovely views.

A beautiful lodge very comfortable.

Owners friendly but not intrusive. We enjoyed our time at Elworthy Lodge and enjoyed the area.

We have stayed twice at Elworthy Lodge and would recommend it to everyone.

The space works really well for a multi generational group. The lodge is very warm and dry in all weathers. The hosts couldn’t be more helpful and always respond promptly to any queries.

What a gem of a find.

Comfortable with all the facilities you could need for a short break. Great location for exploring and some beautiful dog walks. Greeted by owners on arrival, love the personal touch.

Lovely country views ,in a peaceful location, would highly recommend this property , helpfull hosts and friendly, Thank you for a lovely week .

visited some beautiful coastal resorts and also some lovely gardens and other local attractions.

Lovely views.

Very helpful owners. Bed and furniture comfort excellent. Overall very happy.

Friendly welcome.

Lovely view. No problems. Great base for touring North Devon. Enjoyed very much. Will book again. Dave&Chris

Our first stay at Elworthy Lodge but definitely not our last.

Clean and comfortable and ideal to sit and relax and look at the view. Great hosts, fully equipped and dog friendly too.

I Love this place.

We have been numerous times and will continue to come . It’s clean, has everything you need including an enclosed garden for the dogs and the hosts are very friendly and accommodating. The lodge s tucked away from everything on a working farm but within commuting distance to beaches and other tourist spots.

Was mostly ok.

A few points, would have been nice to know there was free roaming dogs, not a major issue, but nice to know. We shut the gates when went out for the day as was picking up their dogs poo when got home. Mostly clean apart from bathroom, could have been cleaner, plus dead flies on blinds in kitchen and en suite

Great location providing access to both North and South Coasts.

Very secure. Friendly farm dogs provide great entertainment. Be sure to make dinner reservations in advance at nearby towns when dining out though.

Really friendly hosts who were available when needed but otherwise kept a low profile.

Our grandchildren particularly enjoyed being on a working farm to the extent he now wants to be a farmer when he grows up!

Elworthy is on a Cattle farm so expect a farm experience.

That being said the farmer owners were lovely and helpful, the property well laid out and clean. A large garden fenced and gated from the rest of the farm, ideal for children and dogs. It is set in beautiful countryside and ideal for walkers. You need a car to reach the coast and surrounding attractions ie beaches and moors. Allow 40 mins min. It has all the amenities you would expect. Our only niggle is that a little more crockery and cutlery would be welcome rather than run the dishwasher on half loads frequently Despite the Sykes misinformation it does have good WI-FI which the youngsters appreciated. Would we go back? Definitely

We go here every year as the hosts are lovely, the accommodation is clean and has everything you need.

Well secluded garden for the dogs and although it’s away from everywhere travel to the sea and tourist spots are within easy reach. We love it

Karen and bill are lovely and made us very welcome, we shall definitely return for another holiday

The cottage exceeded our expectations and the owners on the farm could not have been more friendly and helpful.

Fantastic lodge and location ,the views from the patio are fantastic the gardens are dog friendly and secure ,nothing was to much trouble for the owners bill&Karen.

Its definitely on our list to revisit.

Lovely cottage and agree with all that has been said before.

If only you could bottle that view!

Just beautiful and serene. Lovely and friendly lodge owners, and their dog Drift is a darling. You won't be disappointed if you spend time here plus it's very easy to access all North Devon has to offer. Would highly recommend The Thatch in Croyde for food, and Tar Steps for a beautiful woodland walk with steps over the river, and also gorgeous food. Gin a bit pricey there though!

Super accomodation for three generations of a family to share.

Karen was the perfect host and very helpful and welcoming. The lodge is very clean and in excellent condition. We stayed during a wet and windy period but it was lovely and warm and cosy and a great place to sit and watch the weather change. The open plan living area worked very well for us and the kitchen is well equipped for cooking and eating in.

Sssshhhhh!

I can't tell you about this property because it's too good to be shared with anyone! This was my second visit and I had another wonderful time. The setting is amazing and the property very well equipped and comfortable. The owners are very friendly and helpful too. You are guaranteed a wonderful stay at Elworthy Lodge.

Karen and Bill are perfect hosts, the lodge is spotless.

It's so peaceful and quiet. On the working farm it is Interesting and staff very friendly. we have been going to Elworthy Lodge for four years and we have booked 2 weeks again for next year.

This was our second visit to Elworthy Lodge and we enjoyed it as much as the first.

We are looking forward to going again soon.

Such a wonderful break away from the town to a rural setting.

My children especially enjoyed the interaction with the owners on the farm and a highlight was when we were called for so we could watch the birth of a calf on the farm. Such a thoughtful thing to do and letting the kids help with feeding the cows and calfs was too very special. We cant thank the owners enough for embarrassing the childrens interest. The lodge had everything we needed and was very comfortable. It felt lovely to stay in, somewhere u look forward to going back to after a busy day. Even with 6 of us staying together it didn't feel crampt so it was perfect. So many beautiful places to explore within a hour of the lodge, long walks and coastlines. We look forward to returning very soon.

This is our 5th holiday at Elmworthy Lodge fantastic place cannot fault it!

Spotlessly clean .....absolutely tranquil location & the owners Karen & Bill absolutely go out of there way to make the break perfect. Perfect place to stay if you have a dog. Have booked again which says it all

the accomadation view and the owner was lovely cream tea was waiting for us lovely touch

Everything was perfect!

From the lodge to the scenery, the owners were extremely helpful and welcoming. Everything has been thought of and what ever you could possibly need for a week away is included. The Devon scones ready on arrival hit the spot, just whats needed after a 4 hour journey. Would definitely book again - already looking for availability later in the year!!

Lovely place.

Lodge is gorgeous, equipped with everything you need. Need to drive everywhere as nowhere within walking distance. Owners very nice as are their 3 dogs. Loved visiting the cows and the calfs. Lovely views. Very quiet and peaceful. Would go back again.

Elworthy lodge is everything that it says, peaceful, beautiful views, modern & clean.

The owners have thought about everything that is in the lodge for families ie: games,videos,information leaflets on where to visit etc . All the rooms are very comfortable & the open plan of the kitchen /lounge is light & airy. The kennel & dog run is ideal for people taking pets. The owner was very nice & helpful, greeted us when we arrived, advised us if we needed anything at all just to give them a call, but then left us till the end of the holiday to enjoy our privacy, we really appreciated this. Would not hesitate at all recommending elworthy lodge & look forward to going again soon. Mr & Mrs t taylor

We had a very warm welcome upon arrival which included a delicious cream tea.

The huge and very luxurious lodge exceeded our expectations. The working farm was an added bonus with cows, sheep and the friendliest border collie you will ever meet. Just a fifteen minute drive from junction 27 of the M5 with South moulton being just a five minute drive away with all the essentials at your disposal, a petrol station, sainsburys post office, fish and chip shop and a chinese take-away. Perfectly positioned to visit the wonderful north devon coast with Westwood ho!, instow, saunton, croyde bay, woolacombe, ilfracombe and combe martin all being within a thirty minute drive of elworthy lodge. .

We've stayed at a least 12 Sykes properties and this one is far and above the best.

This was our third visit and were already looking to book it again.There is not one negative thing to say,there is so much room and all the facilities you could ask for .Karen and Bill are two of the hardest working people we've ever met ,but still find the time to visit you throughout your visit to make sure everything is alright .They are 2 of the nicest people you could ever meet and we would recommend this property to anyone.

The Lodge was really warm and welcoming on arrival on a freezing February evening.

The beds were comfy, the bathrooms lovely. The large lounge/kitchen is spacious with magnificent views of Devon countryside with the added bonus of watching lambs playing from the huge french windows.The neat garden is fenced so we had no worries regarding our dogs and the farm animals, also the idea of the kennel and enclosed run for muddy paws to dry off in is genius. The owners were friendly and welcoming, but not intrusive.

Quiet location, beautiful views.

Ideal for visiting the North Devon coast, Exmoor and beyond. The owner was very helpful and friendly. The Lodge was cosy, clean and felt like home. Would highly recommend.

Everything about the property was excellent, only wet weather dampened experience

Fantastic lodge, great location, real comfortable home from home.

All the family enjoyed what the lodge had to offer. We will be back.

Fantastic!

Couldn't fault the lodge or surroundings in any way. The lodge was beautifully clean and well equipped with views to die for! We were very lucky with the weather too. The farm dog, Drift was a regular visitor to the garden to play with our dog! Our only suggestion would be to perhaps have a more extensive information pack at the lodge with distances to the nearest pubs and facilities etc. Also, the grass could have done with a cut! There does seem to be a problem with flies, but I guess that is the joy of being in the countryside! But these are just little niggles really. I would highly recommend this accommodation to anyone wanting a relaxing break with easy access to lots of lovely places. Well done - keep up the good work!!!

Great property, clean and spacious.

All amenities you would require for a holiday base. Friendly owners on farm and very friendly dog. Ideal for days out in locations around the area.

Lovely lodge with special views.

Very well equipped & everything is in good condition Owners very helpful & a lovely pair of friendly dogs to give you a great welcome. Would definitely use again.