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YHA Elmscott Bunkhouse
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
Accommodation at YHA Elmscott Bunkhouse
Things to do around YHA Elmscott Bunkhouse
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Docton Mill Gardens
Docton Mill, dating back to Saxon times, is famous for it's award winning flower garden and 'the best cream tea in Devon'. Visit the website
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Hartland Abbey and Gardens
Hartland Abbey is the family home of the Stucley family. Wander around the beautiful gardens which lead down to a rocky cove. Visit the Hartland Abbey website for full details.
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Clovelly
7 miles The cobbled, traffic-free, high street of this world famous fishing village, tumbles its way down to the tiny working port. Visit the website
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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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.
