The smell of apples lingers here — not just in the name, but in the bones of the place, a proper cider house turned year-round bolthole in the heart of orchard country.
This one suits couples after a cosy weekend, walkers who'd rather end the day in a proper bed than a damp sleeping bag, and anyone who fancies a camping pod with the option of retreating indoors when the weather turns. Guest house rooms give you the full comfort treatment, while pods offer that camping feel without quite so much mud on your knees. Dogs might be welcome — worth asking when you book — and the campfire situation depends on what's safe when you arrive, so check at reception.
It's open all year, which makes it a solid choice for off-season breaks when most campsites are locked up tight. The vibe leans relaxed rather than regimented — this isn't a sprawling site with a laundry list of facilities, just a low-key spot where you can settle in, sleep well, and wake up to the quiet of the British countryside.
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Fisheries within 10 km
- Milemead Fisheries Coarse Fishing8.83 kmManaged fishery
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Try Pro free for 14 daysPubs, shops & services within 5 km
- DirectionsBuckland AbbeyCafe 0.1 km~5 min walk
- DirectionsWho'd Have Thought It InnPub 0.8 km~10 min walk
- DirectionsDrake Manor InnPub 1.5 km~20 min walk
- DirectionsTea RoomRestaurant 1.7 km~20 min walkregional
- DirectionsKnightstone Tea RoomsRestaurant 2.7 km~35 min walk
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