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Lynton, Devon

Foreland Bothy

The exterior of Foreland Bothy, Lynton, Devon
The exterior of Foreland Bothy, Devon | © National Trust Images / Mike Henton
The exterior of Foreland Bothy, Lynton, Devon
The interior of Foreland Bothy, Lynton, Devon

Foreland Bothy

This Devonshire bothy offers ‘camping within walls’ accommodation on the coast.

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The exterior of Foreland Bothy, Lynton, Devon
The interior of Foreland Bothy, Lynton, Devon
The exterior of Foreland Bothy, Lynton, Devon
The exterior of Foreland Bothy, Lynton, Devon
The interior of Foreland Bothy, Lynton, Devon
The view around Foreland Bothy, Devon

© National Trust Images / Mike Henton

This Devonshire bothy offers ‘camping within walls’ accommodation on the coast.

At a glance

Guests
4
Bedrooms
1
Number of dogs welcome
2
Reference
GSW007
Acorn rating
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About Foreland Bothy

Small, basic and a fun alternative to camping, Foreland Bothy offers a beautiful place from which to explore the South West Coast Path. Leave all your gadgets at home and opt for a simpler pace of life in this rustic retreat. 

Soak up incredible sea views on the short mile stroll along the footpath to the local pub. On the way home, make the most of the areas spectacular dark skies – some of the darkest in Europe – and spend the evening stargazing. 

With the sea so close, the opportunities for watersports or simply enjoying time on the beach are endless. A little further afield, Lynton is a great destination if you’re missing ordinary life. If you’ve had enough of cooking on a camping stove, the town has a number of cafés and restaurants where you can enjoy a hearty meal.

Features and facilities

  • Wi-Fi, not available
  • Garden, not available
  • EV charging, not available
  • Fridge, not available
  • Freezer, not available
  • Microwave, not available
  • Open fire / wood burner, not available
  • Television, not available
  • DVD, not available
  • Washing machine, not available
  • Dishwasher, not available
  • Tumble dryer, not available
  • BBQ, not available
  • Cot & high chair, not available

Location

Accessibility

Not accessible

Read our accessibility guide 

Layout

Ground floor layout

One double (4'6") raised platform, one single platform and one single raised platform that visitors can put their own mats or air beds on. There is storage space under the platforms and there are hooks on the back of the main door. There is also a sink and a cold water tap. External access to a compost toilet.

More information

Access: The Accessibility guide is for guidance only. For up-to-date information, please call the team on 0344 800 2070.

Heating: No heating is provided. 

Bedding/linen: No linen is provided.  

Please note: There is no electricity or lighting in the bothy.

Parking: There are 2 car parking spaces at the top of the lane on the main A39, approx 1 mile from the bunkhouse.  

Garden: There is no garden, there is a space to sit outside the bothy however it does not belong to the bothy.

Hazards: This is an area with minimal light pollution so the nights will be very dark, we recommend bringing along a torch particulary to access the outside compost toilet.

Dog owners should be aware that there is no enclosed garden at the bothy.

Please note: In keeping with the ethos of a bothy stay, we ask our guests to leave the bothy in a clean and tidy condition for the next guests. Thank you.