4.82 /5
Countryside retreat Bales Ash Campsite is ideally located above the Taw Valley with views that stretch towards Exmoor National Park. There are grass pitches for campers and camper vans, some of which have electric and/or private toilets. There is also a selection of quirky glamping options to choose from. A great base for exploring the Devon countryside, just 30 minutes from beaches and national parks with the Tarka Trail nearby!
30 minutes to North Devon beaches such as Westward Ho, or Exmoor/Dartmoor National Parks
Relaxed and quirky rural campsite with generous pitches and space to play for families and dogs
Campfires, dark skies, home made cakes, great showers and environmentally friendly
A relaxed and quirky family and dog friendly campsite that has plenty of space for all to relax and feel at home, with stretching countryside views toward Exmoor National Park just 30 minutes away. The amazing sunsets in the small field and endless dark starry skies make it a beautiful place to be and fire pits can be hired onsite for essential marshmallow toasting! Campers and tourers can choose from four different types of grass pitches. There are 12 non electric pitches, one non electric pitch with a private toilet, nine electric pitches and nine electric pitches with private toilet facilities (these can be either a compost loo or portable toilet). Private toilet pitches accommodate up to six guests, while all other pitches accommodate up to eight. Pitches are extremely spacious with room for pup tents and gazebos. For those wanting something a little extra, opt for one of the four glamping options: AnnaBelle 5m bell tent, The Shepherds Hut, The Beech Hut cabin or The Horse Box - a converted truck. Bedding and towels are not provided but guests are able to hire these from the site and have it all made up ready. AnnaBelle the 5m bell tent can sleep up to five people on a comfy double plus two single beds, with a 5th super comfy thermorest for the fifth guest. Boho style throughout, you'll also have your own camp kitchen tent adjacent to your bell tent complete with a fire pit, BBQ and camping chairs. The Shepherds Hut sleeps up to three people in a spacious king sized bed and a single sofa futon. There is a dining area and a well stocked kitchenette complete with a toaster, kettle, fridge, cooker, toaster, cooking utensils, crockery and a fabulous orange heater. Outside there's a great fenced garden with furniture, a fire pit and a BBQ. The Beech Hut cabin sleeps up to four in a double bed plus a double sofa bed and has its own funky compost loo in the well fenced private garden. There is a well planned kitchenette with a kettle, toaster, oven, microwave, and all crockery, utensils, and a comfy seating area. Outside you'll have your own seating and BBQ and fire pit with views in the small field towards the stunning sunsets. The Horse Box, a funky converted and painted truck box sleeps four people in two double beds, one of which is raised up over the cab with limited head space. There is also a well stocked kitchenette as well as a picnic table, fire pit and BBQ outside. A maximum of two dogs are allowed in the glamping units with up to four on any camping pitch. Campfires are allowed in the fire pits which can be hired onsite. Quality logs and kindling are sold onsite at competitive prices.
Camping and touring, and the bell tent are available 22nd May - 3rd September. All other glamping is available all year.
Max 8 people
Grass pitches without electric hook up suitable for tents, caravans and tourers. Max unit length 8m.
Max 8 people
Grass pitches with 16amp electric hook up suitable for tents, caravans and tourers. Max unit length 8m.
Max 6 people
Grass pitches with electric hook up with a private compost loo or portable toilet. Suitable for tents, caravans and tourers. Max unit length 8m.
Max 6 people
Grass pitch without electric hook up with a private compost loo or portable toilet. Suitable for tents, caravans and tourers. Max unit length 8m.
Max 3 people
Shepherd's hut complete with a king size bed and single sofa futon. Private eco toilet. Small kitchenette and dining area. Outdoor seating. Bedding and towels not included.
Max 4 people
Cabin complete with a double bed and double sofa bed. Bedding and towels not included. Private compost loo. Small kitchenette and seating area as well as a private fenced outdoor space.
Max 4 people
A converted horse box with two double beds, climb up the horseshoe steps above the main bed to reach the second bed, this has restricted headroom. Private eco loo. Small kitchenette and log burner. BBQ and outdoor seating. Bedding and towels not included.
The famous Tarka Trail is just short 25 minute drive away, a 180 mile walking and cycling route that is the perfect day out for those looking to explore Devon and see stunning countryside.
A 30 minute drive will take you to some of Devon's best swimming and surfing beaches including Saunton Sands, Croyde, Westward Ho!, Instow and Woolacombe
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