Pine Lodge Guest House

The scent of sea salt drifts up from the cliffs below, mingling with the sharp, resinous smell of the North Devon pines that give this place its name.

Perched in Lynton—part of the twin towns clinging to the edge of Exmoor National Park—Pine Lodge offers both traditional guest house rooms and a camping pod for those wanting something between canvas and four walls. It's a good shout for couples exploring the South West Coast Path, or anyone drawn to the drama of this coastline where woodland valleys plunge down to meet the Bristol Channel. Dogs are welcome by arrangement, so worth asking ahead if you're bringing yours along the coastal trails.

The facilities aren't spelled out in detail, so it's one to ring ahead about if you've specific needs—campfire policy included, as they'll let you know what's allowed when you arrive. Open all year, which matters up here when the summer crowds thin and you get Exmoor back to yourself. It's more about the location than bells and whistles: Lynton's Victorian charm, Valley of Rocks walks, and that famous cliff railway down to Lynmouth are all on your doorstep.