South View Guest House

23,lee road, Lee Road Lee Road, Lynton, EX35 6BP, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>317</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
317 reviews

Drew and Penny were excellent hosts very nice room and breakfast we recommend the South View Guest House Also nice and quiet and very near the Valley of the rocks and Funicular Railway

Susan United States of America
a dining room with two tables and a window at South View Guest House in Lynton
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South View Guest House

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South View Guest House offers accommodations in Lynton, a 14-minute walk from Blacklands Beach and 20 miles from Dunster Castle. This 4-star guest house features free Wifi and a tennis court. Westward Ho! is 30 miles from the guest house. Rooms include a private bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Lynton, like cycling and fishing. Lundy Island is 29 miles from South View Guest House, while Royal North Devon Golf Club is 29 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 62 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Lynton, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
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1 twin bed
1 full bed
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1 twin bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
10
High score for Lynton
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  • Susan
    United States of America United States of America
    “Drew and Penny were excellent hosts very nice room and breakfast we recommend the South View Guest House Also nice and quiet and very near the Valley of the rocks and Funicular Railway”
  • Hazell
    Canada Canada
    “Super location- close to shops and funicular railway. So clean and fresh! Nicely and thoughtfully renovated!”
  • Martha
    United States of America United States of America
    “Completely lovely hosts. Fantastic location. Delicious breakfast. Comfortable beds.”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.9Based on 312 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Conveniently located in the heart of Lynton, nestled in the beautiful Exmoor National Park, South View House was built in 1905 when Lynton was expanding in the Edwardian Era so as to provide additional accommodation for the burgeoning tourist trade. It has been a welcoming abode for most of its hundred year history and continues to provide comfortable, contemporary accommodation to both local and foreign tourists Perfectly situated close to local walks and history, the South West Coast Path, The Valley of the Rocks and the Lynton and Lynmouth funicular Cliff Railway, South View House truly offers an idyllic place to holiday. Our complimentary hearty breakfast served in our recently redesigned spacious dining room, will set you up for a day of exploring. Vegan, vegetarian, food intolerances and allergens catered for. There is limited on-site parking at South View House so please contact us direct for availability before booking. Please note however plenty of additional on-street parking is easily found between 16:00 and 12:00 noon, and a reasonably priced carpark is not too far away.

Neighborhood info

Southview Guest House is located in the centre of Lynton, within a five minutes walk of restaurants, shops, and local attractions. It is also within easy walking distance of the famous Victorian cliff railway that connects to Lynmouth. Lynton is situated on top of the highest cliffs in England amongst the rolling hillsides of Exmoor with its stunning scenery and wildlife. A quiet village steeped in local history but still retaining its Victorian and Edwardian heritage.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of South View Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
Activities
  • Movie nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Beach
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Media & Technology
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
    • Packed lunches
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Spa
    • Beach umbrellas
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    South View Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

    Check-out

    Until 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 5 are welcome.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 5 and up are allowed)

    Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash South View Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    FAQs about South View Guest House

    • Room options at South View Guest House include:

      • Twin
      • Double
      • Triple

    • South View Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Bowling
      • Tennis court
      • Fishing
      • Mini golf
      • Movie nights
      • Horseback riding
      • Beach

    • Guests staying at South View Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Gluten-free
      • À la carte

    • Check-in at South View Guest House is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • South View Guest House is 350 feet from the center of Lynton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at South View Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • The nearest beach is 2,800 feet from South View Guest House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.