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The area surrounding YHA Elmscott Bunkhouse is rich in natural beauty and offers an array of outdoor pursuits. The hostel is located on the South West Coast Path, providing direct access to some of the region's most scenic coastal walks. Nearby, guests can explore the rugged beauty of Hartland Quay with its dramatic cliffs and intriguing geological formations. The charming village of Clovelly, renowned for its steep, cobbled streets, whitewashed cottages, and historic harbour, is just a short drive away. A visit to the Gnome Reserve and Wild Flower Garden offers a unique and quirky family-friendly outing. The wider region offers a plethora of activities including surfing, rock pooling, and wildlife spotting with Lundy Island, a haven for seals and seabirds, reachable by ferry. With its secluded setting and access to a wealth of outdoor adventures, YHA Elmscott Bunkhouse offers a truly memorable stay.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 458 feet / 139.6 metres above sea level
Hartland Quay Beach
Near Bideford / Bude - a pebble and rocky composition 1.9 miles away. Close to Hartland Point mid way between Bideford and Bude (cornwall) - A small cove it what is otherwise renowned for its spectacular cliff scenery and lighthouse on the headland
Welcombe Mouth Beach
Near Bude - a sandy pebble and rocky composition 2.6 miles away. A rocky, shingle beach below cliffs on the west Devon coast that even boasts its own waterfall. Access to the beach is via narrow lanes but it is signposted 'Welcombe Mouth ' . Look out for the interesting folded rock feature in the cliffs. There is a car park on the cliffs.
Shipload Bay Beach
Near Bideford / Bude - a shingle and rocky composition 3.6 miles away. Close to Hartland point mid way beteween Bideford and Bude access may difficult
Facilities at the accommodation
Shower or Bath
Car Parking onsite / close by
Children Welcome
Garden
Sea Virews
Woodburning stove
Self-catering kitchen
Shop
BBQ area
Drying room
Shower or Bath
Car Parking onsite / close by
Children Welcome
Garden
Sea Virews
Woodburning stove
Self-catering kitchen
Shop
BBQ area
Drying room
Facilities Nearby
Beach or Coast Nearby
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Water Sports
Fishing
Walking Country
Cycling Country
Beach or Coast Nearby
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Water Sports
Fishing
Walking Country
Cycling Country
Hotel Travel & Directions Hub
International Airports
Local Airports
Eaglescott Airfield Great Torrington Devon
EX37 9LH
23.4 miles Bodmin Airfield
Bodmin Cornwall
PL30 4BU
32.9 miles
Motorways
M5 Junction 31 Bodmin
48.1 miles M5 Junction 29
Honiton, Exeter Airport
49.0 miles M5 Junction 30
Exeter, Dawlish,Sidmouth, Exmouth
49.4 miles
Railway Stations
Barnstaple station code = BNP
EX31 2BP
21.3 miles Chapelton (Devon)
station code = CPN
EX37 9DZ
21.8 miles
Ferry Ports
Attractions & places to see near this Hostel
= Within walking distance (minutes) = National Grid Reference = What 3 Words.
Spekes Mill Mouth Waterfall -
EX39 6EA
SS 22575 23564
= trinkets.lifeguard.distilled Hotels nearby. 18 minutes walk
EX39 6EA
SS 22575 23564
= trinkets.lifeguard.distilled Hotels nearby.
A waterfall on the SW Coast Path dropping 157 feet from the cliff-side and to the beach south of Hartland unusually one of only a few waterfalls discharging into the sea
1.2m / 1.9km -
Bideford Bay And Hartland -
EX39 6AN
SS 27708 24065
= national.indeed.populate Hotels nearby.
3.2m / 5.1km - 48 minutes walk
EX39 6AN
SS 27708 24065
= national.indeed.populate Hotels nearby.
St Catherines Tor -
EX39 6DU
SS 22522 24171
= tightrope.encloses.years Hotels nearby. 24 minutes walk
EX39 6DU
SS 22522 24171
= tightrope.encloses.years Hotels nearby.
A High-point on the cliffs just a short distance south of Hartland Point and near the SW coast path. Spectacular views from the top
1.6m / 2.6km -
Blackchurch Rock -
EX39 5TA
SS 29889 26638
= proudest.admire.appealed Hotels nearby.
EX39 5TA
SS 29889 26638
= proudest.admire.appealed Hotels nearby.
This impressive, prominent sea stack is located near Clovelly on the south coast of Devon in England. It is composed of hard, resistant sandstone and stands approximately 70 meters tall. The rock is a popular spot for rock and a popular tourist attraction in its own right. Access is via the south West Coastal path
5.2m / 8.4km
Hartland Point -
EX39 6DB
SS 22628 24750
= sprayed.highs.strongman Hotels nearby. 29 minutes walk
EX39 6DB
SS 22628 24750
= sprayed.highs.strongman Hotels nearby.
This dramatic headland, located on the north coast of Devon, England. The area is known for its rugged and wild natural beauty, with high cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Visitors can enjoy stunning coastal walks, take in panoramic views
1.9m / 3.1km -
Hartland Cornwall Heritage Coast -
EX23 9JQ
SS 20853 13484
= tricky.pupils.successor Hotels nearby.
EX23 9JQ
SS 20853 13484
= tricky.pupils.successor Hotels nearby.
Not one specific point but an area south and east of Hartland Point, with stunning coastal scenery, wildlife, walking , which includes both inland areas and the South West Coast path
5.3m / 8.5km
Hartland Quay -
EX39 6DB
SS 22301 24797
= crypt.surreal.confirms Hotels nearby.
2m / 3.2km - 30 minutes walk
EX39 6DB
SS 22301 24797
= crypt.surreal.confirms Hotels nearby.
Angels Wings Clovelly -
EX39 5TA
SS 30731 25938
= corrode.revolting.aliens Hotels nearby.
EX39 5TA
SS 30731 25938
= corrode.revolting.aliens Hotels nearby.
A small folly with seating area on the south West Coastal path in a small wooded clearing just over 1 miles west of Clovelly
5.4m / 8.7km
Start of The Cornwall South Coast Path -
EX39 6HH
SS 21280 17441
= somebody.pasta.custodian Hotels nearby. 43 minutes walk
EX39 6HH
SS 21280 17441
= somebody.pasta.custodian Hotels nearby.
Located close to Welcombe Mouth Beach on the Cornwall / Devon Border
2.9m / 4.7km -
Clovelly Visitors Centre -
EX39 5TL
SS 31503 24926
= scramble.paintings.longer Hotels nearby.
EX39 5TL
SS 31503 24926
= scramble.paintings.longer Hotels nearby.
Clovelly is a traffic free cobbled village and major tourist attractions for this unspilt village on the coast , with a car park and Visitors Centre at Upper Clovelly
5.6m / 9km View more hotels nearby with distances
Hartland Quay Hotel - Bideford - 1.98
Hartland Mill B&B - Hartland - 2.18
The Old Smithy Inn - Bideford - 2.34
The Anchor Inn - Hartland - 2.47
Home from Home B&B - Hartland - 2.68
The West Country Inn - Bideford - 2.86
Family Run Farm B&B - Morwenstow - 3.32
Southdown B&B - Clovelly - 4.33
The Old Smithy Bed & Breakfast - Bideford - 5.20
Slerra Hill Bed and Breakfast Clovelly - Clovelly - 5.23
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Frequently Asked Questions.
What is the nearest beach to this YHA Hostel?
The Shipload Bay Beach is 3.6 miles from this YHA Hostel. We also list other beaches within 5 miles with descriptions