The Round House, West Anstey

There are a number of lovely pubs nearby providing food and drink after a busy day.

The London Inn at Molland can be reached via a lovely walk along the bottom of Molland Moor, (this takes approx 1 hour on foot, or 10 mins by car). The London Inn serves delicious home cooked traditional food.

The Masons Arms at Knowstone is a 15 minute drive away and serves Michelin starred food.

Woods Bar in Dulverton, a cosy traditional pub serving stunning locally produced food and a vast selection of wines has been the Good Pub Guide's National Wine Pub of the Year every year from 2011-2018.

The Bridge Inn in Dulverton is a warm friendly pub serving tasty food and welcoming muddy boots and dogs.

The Tarr Steps Inn and the Royal Oak in Winsford are great bases for walking.


Tea shops and cafes are plentiful, including the Tantivy, Mortimers and the Copper Kettle in Dulverton, and Bridge Cottage Tearoom in Winsford.  Further afield you can find the tea room at Watersmeet National Trust in a beautiful setting by the river. 

Croft and Cottage are a local Exmoor company providing home cooked food delivered fresh to your door.  They also sell frozen ready meals which can be found in the Tantivy shop in Dulverton. 

Other food options locally available are Tong Dam, a Thai restaurant in Dulverton offering eat in or takeaway, and the Fish and Chip takeaway in Dulverton. 

Tiverton, South Molton and Barnstaple offer a wide variety of food and drink venues. 

Walking:
The Roundhouse sits on the edge of the Exmoor National Park which has a vast selection of beautiful walks of all distances.  A number of walking guides are provided in the sitting room of The Round House.  

The Two Moors Way passes just a mile to the East of The Round House, whilst the Tarka Trail and South Coast path are not far away.

Cycling:
Exmoor is an excellent base for both road cycling and mountain biking.

Horse riding:
West Anstey Riding Stables is a local riding stables less than 10 minutes drive from the property, offering hacks out over Exmoor.
The Exmoor Pony Centre offers taster riding sessions for children as well as hacks for more experienced riders.

Beaches:
Beautiful sandy beaches with great surf are less than an hour away, including Croyde, Saunton Sands and Woollacombe.  All of these have surf and paddle board tuition/hire centres.

Outdoor adventures:
Wimbleball Lake has an activities and watersports centre.
Channel Adventure based in Minehead offer various activities including paddleboarding, coasteering and bike hire. 

Swimming:
Local swimming pools can be found in Tiverton, South Molton and Barnstaple.

Gardens:
Rosemoor RHS Garden and Marwood Hill Garden are both less than 50 minutes drive away.

National Trust:
There are some beautiful National Trust properties nearby including Knightshayes, Arlington Court, Dunster Castle and Watermill and Watersmeet.

Museums & Heritage Centres:
Dulverton Heritage Centre and Model Railway
Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life
South Molton Museum
Barnstaple Museum 

Wildlife watching:
There are a number of companies offering wildlife safaris and photography experiences on Exmoor, particularly during the red deer rut season in October.

Other:
The Quince Honey Farm - A family attraction including a bee exhibition, gardens and a large soft play.

The Exmoor Pony Centre - a small charity centre with ponies to meet and information about the breed.  Also offering taster riding sessions and activity days.

Exmoor Zoo - A great family day out

Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway - the UKs only fully water powered railway, connecting Lynmouth at the bottom of the cliff with Lynton at the top.

The Lynton and Barnstaple Railway - narrow gauge railway and tea rooms at Woody Bay Station

Combe Martin Dinosaur & Wildlife Park

The Big Sheep - Family attraction with rides, displays, animal petting, outdoor play areas and soft play.

The Devon Railway Centre at Bickleigh Mill

There are several walks and beaches in the area that you may be interested in exploring:

Tarr Steps and the River Barle - A beautiful and popular walk that takes you through woodland and along the River Barle. Tarr Steps is a famous clapper bridge located along the route.

Exmoor National Park - West Anstey is located within the Exmoor National Park, which offers a range of stunning walks and trails through moorland, valleys, and coastlines.

Dunster Beach - A sandy beach located about 30 minutes from West Anstey. It's a great spot for swimming, sunbathing, and picnicking.

Combe Martin Beach - A large beach that's about an hour's drive from West Anstey. It's a popular spot for surfing, kayaking, and rock pooling.

Heddon Valley - A picturesque valley located within the Exmoor National Park. There are several walking trails that take you through woodland and along the river, with plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife.

I hope this helps!