Knightshayes Court
A Victorian country house with richly decorated interiors and beautiful gardens. Leave your car and walk in the surrounding woodland with its extensive plant and shrub collection.

Tarr Steps
See the ancient clapper bridge over the river Barle dating from 1000BC between Dulverton and Withypool 4 miles from Winsford, some of the stones weigh 5 tons and were said to have been placed there by the devil to win a bet. Take a woodland walk beside the River Barle and enjoy some refreshment at the riverside inn.

Wimbleball Lake
Visit this scenic lake lying within Exmoor National Park surrounded by woodland and meadows. South West Lakes Trust offer a variety of activities at this lake including watersports, fishing and walking.

Exmoor
Is only a short drive away from South Lodge, with its fabulous views it is a must for anyone who wants to walk, drive and enjoy England’s countryside at its best. Each season brings its vibrant colours, there is much wildlife to appreciate including the beautiful “Red Deer” and our own Exmoor Ponies.
Although we have Exmoor on our doorstop the beach of Woolacombe is only an hour away, with its miles of sandy beaches this can provide a welcome alternative on a hot summers day.

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