The Combe Below

Step out onto the wraparound deck and greet the day looking out from your idyllic lakeside lodge. It's an irresistible combination of style and substance that's been designed with couples and families in mind. Natural light illuminates every corner of the open-plan living space and kitchen, thanks to bifold doors that run the entire length, offering up views over the gorgeous grounds and surrounding countryside. That said, we feel the vistas are best enjoyed from that inviting private hot tub bubbling away out on the deck. When you're not toasting to a special occasion at the award-winning restaurant The Coach House, the kitchen has everything you could need to whip up mouthwatering homemade meals. Finally, the two en-suite bedrooms are soothing sanctuaries for a restful night's sleep. Situated right on the western edge of the wilds of Exmoor National Park and within easy striking distance of the golden sands of North Devon's picturesque coastline, you can choose to do as, or as little, as you like.

Home truths:
* Child-friendly amenities such as a cot and highchair are available upon request
* The lodge is set over one level, so it may be suitable for those with limited mobility
* Check yourself in on arrival with the lockbox
* A car is essential to explore the area fully – there's allocated parking for one car, plus a small amount of additional unreserved parking
* The decking isn't fully enclosed, so children and dogs will need to be supervised
* The dining table doubles as a laptop-friendly workspace if needed
* There are a number of identical lodges on-site – although all are furnished and laid out identically, each one is positioned differently within the grounds
* Each lodge has its own private entrance