YHA Elmscott Bunkhouse

Bideford, Devon, EX39 6ES
YHA Elmscott Bunkhouse exterior

Overview

Walkers, surfers and bird watchers will love this next-to-nature retreat on the Hartland Heritage Coast. Clovelly, a quintessentially English village with cobbled streets and pretty harbour, is nearby.

A former Victorian school, Elmscott is surrounded by unspoilt coastline and enjoys views of Lundy Island. The accommodation is just minutes away from the South West Coast Path, which passes spectacular coves and wide river mouths, meaning the area is great for walking holidays.

Why guests love YHA Elmscott Bunkhouse

  • Close to a stunning stretch of coastline
  • Ideal for walking holidays
  • Quiet, cosy atmosphere

Accommodation at YHA Elmscott Bunkhouse

Bed in a shared room

Bed in a shared room

If you're happy to share, dorm rooms have multiple beds - ideal for budget breaks.

Private rooms

Private rooms

Like your own space? Private rooms offer the hostelling experience with more privacy.

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Things to do around YHA Elmscott Bunkhouse

Hostel facilities

  • BBQ area
  • Coach parking nearby
  • Coach parking on premises
  • Cycle store
  • Dining room
  • Free parking on premises
  • Games
  • Garden/grounds
  • Highchair
  • Intermittent mobile coverage
  • Luggage store
  • Medium garden/grounds
  • Minibus parking nearby
  • Minibus parking on premises
  • Near bus stop
  • Outdoor seating
  • Sea view
  • Self-catering kitchen
  • Shared drying room
  • Shared laundry room
  • Shared lounge
  • Shared TV
  • Sole use available
  • WiFi

Hostel need to know

Reception opening hours: From 07:00 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 21.30.

Self-catering: YHA Elmscott Bunkhouse is self-catering only. Guests have access to a kitchen.

Parking: There is parking at the hostel.

WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.

Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Elmscott Bunkhouse. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.

YHA Elmscott Bunkhouse - Access Statement

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Location of YHA Elmscott Bunkhouse

YHA Elmscott Bunkhouse

Map references

OS Map:
190
OS Grid Ref:
SS231217
Lat/Lng:
50.967488, -4.520579

Contact information

History

YHA Elmscott began life in 1879 as Elmscott School, providing education for around 70 pupils including war refugees. This then closed once the war was over and the refugees went home. In 1948, the building was prepared for it's new life with the classroom converted into two dorms.

Meet the team

Manager recommends: Watch the sun set as you walk from the hostel to Hartland Quay, marking the end to a lovely day.

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