The Farmhouse, West Anstey

Welcome to Deer's Leap Farmhouse, a stunning self-catering house located on Exmoor, surrounded by breathtaking countryside and wildlife. This beautiful and spacious farmhouse is perfect for families looking for a relaxing getaway. With a capacity to accommodate up to 21 guests, it features 9 bedrooms, including 3 bedrooms that can be converted into either double beds or twins.

Enjoy the warmth of the gorgeous inglenook fireplaces and wood-burning stoves in the 2 lounges, one of which includes a double sofa bed. The large dining room boasts a big oak dining table, perfect for family meals. The farmhouse kitchen is equipped with everything you need, from a citrus zester to a fish poacher, and features an Aga and triple oven Rangemaster.

Relax in the hot tub and sauna in the back garden, which also includes outdoor sofas and tables, chairs, and a gas BBQ. Deer's Leap Farmhouse has been awarded the 'We’re Good To Go Industry Standard' Visit Britain Covid Assurance certificate and badge, giving you peace of mind during your stay.

Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement (maximum of 3) for a supplementary fee of £15 per dog, per stay. Please ensure they are kept on leads outside of the property and are not allowed on the furniture or upstairs. The property is non-smoking.

Bed linen and towels are provided, and Wifi, heating, and electricity are included. Check-in time is from 4 pm, and check-out time is by 10 am.

Book your stay at Deer's Leap Farmhouse today and enjoy a relaxing break with family and friends in the heart of Exmoor. With 3 ensuite bedrooms and an additional 3 bathrooms, this spacious farmhouse is perfect for larger groups. An extra 2 guests can also stay on the sofa bed in the snug. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to experience the beauty of Exmoor in comfort and style.

Facilities
Essentials
Cooking basics
Dedicated workspace
Dishes and silverware
Shampoo
Shower gel
Extra pillows and blankets
Hangers
Games console
Piano
Baby bath
Baby safety gates
Babysitter recommendations
Children’s books and toys
Children’s tableware
Cot
Fireplace guards
Travel cot
Carbon monoxide alarm
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Smoke alarm
Baking sheet
Barbecue utensils
Coffee maker
Lake access
Private entrance
BBQ grill
Garden
Patio or balcony
Free parking on premises

Location

West Anstey is a tiny, peaceful hamlet tucked into rolling hills on the southern edge of Exmoor National Park, deep in the unspoilt Anstey valley of Mid Devon.

This is remote, unhurried countryside at its finest. Scattered farms and stone cottages sit among fields and hedgerows, with no through traffic, no streetlights, and no noise beyond birdsong and the occasional bleating of sheep. The hamlet's 13th-century Church of St Petrock stands as a quiet reminder of centuries of rural life in this hidden corner of Exmoor.

Local Services

West Anstey has no shop, pub, or post office -- this is a place to escape from it all. For everyday essentials, the nearest towns are Bampton (approximately 5 miles south) and Dulverton (approximately 6 miles east). Bampton has a small Co-op, post office, pharmacy, and several pubs. Dulverton is the southern gateway to Exmoor National Park, with a range of independent shops, a butcher, a delicatessen, a chemist, and the Exmoor National Park Visitor Centre.

Nearby Shopping

South Molton, approximately 8 miles north, is the nearest market town with a wider range of shops, a Tesco supermarket, banks, cafes, and a popular weekly pannier market. For larger supermarkets and high street shopping, Tiverton is approximately 15 miles south and Barnstaple approximately 20 miles north-west.