The village lies at the western edge of Exmoor in North Devon.

Find Countryside Cottages in Bratton Fleming on the Fringes of Exmoor

The Peaceful North Devon village of Bratton Fleming boasts some beautiful self-catering holiday cottages. It will appeal to visitors looking to explore the Exmoor National Park and the spectacular North Devon coastline. It is a large, peaceful village about a 10-minute drive up the picturesque Yeo Valley from Barnstaple and a 20-minute drive to the nearest beaches at Combe Martin, Ilfracombe or Lynmouth. Nowadays, Bratton Fleming is known for its splendid country walks, panoramic views and large open areas.

The village runs mainly along a single street that steadily climbs to the Exmoor National Park. Its historical roots can be discovered by visiting St Peters Church, in the centre of the Bratton Fleming. In early spring, the churchyard is a mass of crocuses and daffodils.

A large old mill cottage nestles in a wooded Exmoor valley.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Bratton Mill Farmhouse near the North Devon village of Bratton Fleming offers the perfect escape for large families and groups on holiday in the South West. A 17th-century former mill, It has been transformed into a child-friendly, large North Devon holiday cottage alongside a babbling trout stream.

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A North Devon riverside cottage with a large lawn.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

A romantic riverside holiday cottage in Bratton Fleming perfect for celebrating any of life’s special occasions, The Folly lies on the fringes of Exmoor in North Devon, tucked away on a private lane, with large glazed double doors opening onto a beautifully furnished pet-friendly studio cottage.

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Exterior of a North Devon mill cottage surrounded by gardens in a valley floor.
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4
Bedrooms
2

Set amongst mature waterside gardens in a gorgeous secluded location, Bratton Mill Cottage, near the medieval village of Bratton Fleming in Devon, is a pet-friendly 17th-century cottage. It has been recently redecorated yet retains much of the character and charm of the original mill.

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From the top of the village, stunning views stretch westwards beyond Barnstaple and Bideford along the Atlantic coast to Hartland Point.

Further up in the village centre, just past the shop, is The Millennium Green, a large field suitable for ball games and dog walking, and a secure children's playground. The Green extends to a community woodland with footpaths, a bird hide, and a tiny stream ideal for paddling and damming. From the top of the village, there are gorgeous rural and sea views across North Devon to Hartland Point.

The village once served as a railway station on the Lynton and Barnstaple railway before the railway was demolished. Bratton's old station can still be seen, and the Devon Wildlife Trust now owns the line that followed through the woods. The railway is slowly being restored and operates along a 2-mile stretch of track from Woody Bay station, a 10-15 minute drive from your holiday cottage in Bratton Fleming on the scenic road across Exmoor to Lynton and Lynmouth.

 

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