Location
Nestled in a 17-acre valley within the North Devon Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to Combe Martin and just a short drive away from many stunning beaches.
Stargaze Manor The South West
LAID-BACK LUXURY IN AN IDYLLIC SPOT
Stargaze Manor sits in a picture-perfect rural oasis. The soft green hills around you are within the North Devon Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the North Devon UNESCO biosphere and a Dark Sky Reserve. And the house is designed to celebrate the views.
Inside, a log burner in a double-sided fireplace keeps two sitting rooms cosy. Gather for drinks, games and chats in the sunroom or take refuge in the lounge with its 55" OLED Smart TV. Enjoy entertaining from the farmhouse style chef’s kitchen, serving up in the dining room, with windows that frame the views. Sink into the sunroom armchairs afterwards, to gaze at the gentle, green landscape.
With its own lawned garden and flower meadow, Stargaze Manor shares a private 17-acre estate with five safari style glamping pods, set away from the house. This means you have access to a hot tub with spectacular views, a games field, a lake for wild swimming or boating, and natural woodlands with crystal-clear streams. After a day of activities, light the Kadai fire bowl in the back garden and gaze at the Milky Way.
The sleeping arrangements are great for a friends’ holiday or a group of families, with six bedrooms accommodating 20 guests in total. Rooms sleep from two to five guests and zip-and-link beds mean they can be configured to suit you. Two of the rooms are on the ground floor for easy access. This natural idyll is on the edge of Exmoor, just three miles from the coast and a million miles from everyday life. It’s a tranquil retreat where you can switch off and find peace.
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from £3,150
for 3 nights
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Restrictions
No fireworks
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Sleeps 20Scroll for a link to the full list of rooms in the property, including details of any available extra beds. -
Bedrooms 6Scroll for a link to the full list of rooms in the property. -
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Dining Capacity 20See House FAQs below for further details.
Open Fire
Wifi
Child Friendly
Pet Friendly
Hot Tub
Near the Sea
Ground Floor Bedroom
What we think
What to Expect
We’ve tried to think about everything to make your stay at Stargaze Manor just perfect. In all of our big houses to rent, we provide all the essential features to cater for a large group. Here’s a list of all the practical provisions we have at the house. If there’s anything you can’t see here but need, just ask as we’ll see what we can do.
- Welcome treat
- Luxury bed linen, bath towels and hot tub towels
- Complimentary toiletries
- Well equipped kitchen including Bertazzoni Range cooker with induction hob and griddle, LG American style fridge freezer, two Bosch silent dishwashers, Neff microwave and Bosch Tassimo coffee machine
- Dining room table that seats up to 20 guests
- Wi-Fi
- Portable Bose Bluetooth speaker
- Two 55” Smart TVs (in the lounge and Montana bedroom) with free Spotify and Netflix accounts
- Double sided fireplace with log burner between the lounge and sunroom
- Log burner in the Montana bedroom
- Private south-west facing garden with Rattan furniture
- Private Kadai fire bowl (logs provided)
- Private hot tub (seats 6-8) - available from July 2025
- Private charcoal BBQ (please bring your own charcoal)
- 17 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds and woodland (shared with other holidaymakers staying on the estate) including:
o Natural lake for wild swimming and boating (one skiff available)
o Cedar wood hot tub (seats 6) with changing room and outdoor shower
o Outdoor games to play on the amenity field (football goal, basketball and netball hoop, giant chess)
o Huge lakeside firepit (doubles as a BBQ) - additional charge
o Table tennis table - Local activities and experiences available including kayaking, coasteering and wine tasting (additional charge)
- BBQ boxes on request (additional charge)
House FAQs
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What are the check in and check out times?
Check in is at 4pm on the day of your arrival and check out is at 10am.
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How many cars can park at the property?
There is parking for 10 cars at the property.
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Are children welcome?
Children are very welcome at Stargaze Manor. Travel cots and highchairs are available on request (please bring your own cot linen). Please note, children are to be under adult supervision at all times, particularly around the wild swimming lake.
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Are pets allowed?
Up to two well-behaved dogs are allowed at Stargaze Manor, subject to a fee of £50 per dog. Dogs are not allowed upstairs or on soft furnishings. Whilst walking around the estate, dogs must be kept on a lead as there are ducks and cats that roam around. However, there is one gated Wild Woodland Streamside Walk where dogs can run around off lead.
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Are stag and hen parties allowed?
Respectful hen and stag parties (where the average age of the group is over 25) are permitted, subject to prior agreement with the property owner. Please contact us before booking to discuss on 01242 352747.
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Can I arrange a supermarket delivery to the house?
Yes, you can order online with Tesco for a delivery direct to the house. We usually suggest booking a delivery for after 4pm on the day of arrival.
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How many guests can sit at the dining table?
The dining table can seat up to 20 guests.
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Can you recommend any local places to eat out?
Yes, we'd recommend the following pubs, restaurants and cafés, all within a short distance of the property:
Sandy Cove Hotel, Combe Martin Bay - a real favourite with guests staying at Stargaze Manor due to the cliff top location, overlooking the ocean. There are two restaurants for guests to enjoy at The Sandy Cove; an informal restaurant and a formal restaurant, depending on the mood. Located only 10 minutes from Stargaze Manor by car.
The Sawmills, Watermouth Valley - beautiful country pub serving fantastic food with outstanding service, very friendly and serves delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located only 10 minutes from Stargaze Manor by car.
The Pavilion Dining Room, Lynmouth - enjoy great food and fantastic views over the sea.
The Rising Sun, Lynmouth - 16th century thatched inn which serves delicious food in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Blue Ball Inn, Countisbury Hill, Lynmouth - a favourite for Sunday lunch.
Charlie Fridays, Lynton - voted best café in North Devon! Sells great coffee, breakfast, brunch and sweet treats. Dogs are welcome.
Barricane Beach Café, Woolacombe (open June-September) - serving baguettes and ciabatta during the day and delicious Sri Lankan curry at night.
Restaurant NC, Woolacombe - owner and chef, Noel Corston, has won numerous awards for his sensational food. There are only 10 seats so booking is essential!
New Coast Kitchen, Croyde - loved by the property owners!
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Will there be other guests on the farm estate?
There are five safari lodges situated within the 17 acres that make up the farm estate. These lodges are on the other side of the estate and have their own entrance and car park. They are also lower down on the hillside (the nearest lodge to the property is approximately 100 metres away). Stargaze Manor has its own private garden but the wider farm estate is shared with other holidaymakers staying in these lodges (including the wild swimming lake, amenity field, lakeside firepit, table tennis and an additional hot tub).
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What is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is Barnstaple (12 miles).
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What is the nearest airport?
The nearest airport is Exeter (52 miles).
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Will you hold a damage deposit during our stay?
Yes, we ask to hold a cautionary deposit of £1,000 during your stay at Stargaze Manor. This is requested just two weeks prior to your stay, and is returned shortly after, assuming no damage to the property or its contents (see our Booking T&Cs for more information).
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How do I book?
You can check availability and pricing and place your booking request online, or by calling our team on 01242 352 747.
When booking, we ask for a deposit of 33% of the total price, with the balance due 12 weeks prior to your stay (or the full balance when booking within 12 weeks of your stay).
