Sleeps 20 | 10 bedrooms | 9 bathrooms | Outdoor pool | Tennis court | Sauna

Overview of The Lost Manor

The Lost Manor is an impressive large holiday home in Chulmleigh, surrounded by five acres of landscaped gardens and hidden from view behind a sweeping private driveway. Sleeping 20 guests across ten bedrooms, it is the kind of house that works beautifully for milestone birthdays, family reunions and celebrations where everyone wants to stay together somewhere genuinely special.

There is plenty to keep a large group entertained without leaving the grounds. Summer days can revolve around the heated outdoor swimming pool, tennis court and croquet lawn, while the snooker room, sauna, indoor gym and full-size yoga studio provide year-round options. Children have space to explore the gardens and woodland paths, while adults can settle into the drawing room, enjoy long lunches on the terrace or gather around the fire in the evening.

Inside, the house retains a grand country-house feel. The reception hall creates an immediate sense of occasion, while the drawing room, formal dining room and elegant sitting areas give a group of 20 enough space to come together without feeling crowded. The main kitchen is complemented by a separate professional catering kitchen, making The Lost Manor particularly well suited to celebrations, catered dinners and private-chef stays.

The location adds another dimension. Chulmleigh's pubs, bakery, cafés, shops and restaurants are only a short walk from the gates, so the house feels private without being isolated. Exmoor National Park is around 13 miles away, while Saunton Sands, Westward Ho! and the wider North Devon coast are within reach for day trips.

For families and friends looking for a memorable group stay with excellent facilities, beautiful grounds and a proper Devon town close at hand, The Lost Manor offers far more than simply a large number of bedrooms.

The Lost Manor at a Glance

Who is The Lost Manor Best For?

The Lost Manor is particularly well suited to large multi-generational families. The ten bedrooms give couples and individual family units plenty of privacy, while the choice of lounges, gardens and leisure facilities means different generations can enjoy the house in their own way.

It is also an excellent celebration property. A formal dining room for 20, professional catering kitchen and extensive outdoor space make birthdays, anniversaries and family gatherings easy to organise without compromising on comfort.

Groups looking for an active break are especially well catered for, with swimming, tennis, gym equipment, yoga space, snooker, table tennis and countryside walks all available before anyone even leaves the grounds.

Why is The Lost Manor a Great Large Holiday Home?

• Ten individually styled bedrooms
• Five acres of private landscaped grounds
• Heated outdoor swimming pool
• Private all-weather tennis court
• Sauna, gym and yoga studio
• Full-size snooker room
• Formal dining room seating all 20 guests
• Chulmleigh's pubs, shops and cafés within walking distance

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people does The Lost Manor sleep?

The Lost Manor sleeps up to 20 guests across ten bedrooms.

Does The Lost Manor have a private swimming pool?

Yes. There is a private Mediterranean-style outdoor pool, heated using solar PV from around the end of May until the end of August, subject to weather conditions.

Is there a tennis court?

Yes. Guests have use of a private all-weather tennis court within the grounds.

Is The Lost Manor dog friendly?

Yes. Up to seven well-behaved dogs are welcome.

Can you walk into Chulmleigh?

Yes. Chulmleigh's shops, bakery, pubs, cafés and restaurants are only a short walk from the property gates.

Can smaller groups book The Lost Manor?

Yes. A reduced occupancy option sleeping 12 is available at selected times. With this option, only the six first-floor bedrooms are available and the second-floor rooms are closed.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms at The Lost Manor

The Lost Manor has ten individually styled bedrooms arranged across the first and second floors.

Six bedrooms occupy the first floor, while four additional bedrooms are on the second floor. Most have private bathroom facilities, and several beds can be arranged as either doubles or twins.

Group Accommodation Layout

Several bedrooms have particularly generous proportions and individual decorative themes, giving different parts of the group their own characterful space.

How does the layout work for a group of 20?

The ten bedrooms provide permanent sleeping space for all 20 guests.

The mix of king-size, super king, emperor and twin options works well for several couples travelling together, while the flexible rooms allow additional twin arrangements where friends, teenagers or other family members prefer separate beds.

Six bedrooms are together on the first floor, with four more above. This allows large family groups to allocate floors between generations or separate family units if they wish.

For reduced occupancy bookings sleeping 12, the six first-floor bedrooms are used and the four second-floor rooms are closed.

Bathroom Layout

The Lost Manor has extensive bathroom facilities throughout the two sleeping floors.

Most bedrooms have private ensuite facilities, while the Garden and Courtyard Rooms share a Jack and Jill bathroom. The upper floor also has a combination of ensuite and family bathroom facilities.

The high number of bathrooms makes the house particularly comfortable for adult groups and several couples sharing the same property.

Facilities & Information at The Lost Manor

The Lost Manor has been set up for large gatherings, with facilities that work equally well for relaxed family holidays and more formal celebrations.

The principal kitchen has a large range cooker, farmhouse breakfast table, microwave, coffee machine, large fridge freezer, dishwasher and pantry. A separate professional catering kitchen adds gas ranges, ovens and a commercial dishwasher, giving private chefs and caterers a dedicated working space.

The formal dining room seats all 20 guests and opens through large French doors onto the terrace. The drawing room provides another elegant gathering space with comfortable sofas, Smart TV, books, games and an open fireplace.

Leisure facilities are spread throughout the house and grounds, so a rainy day need not limit the group. Guests can use the sauna, gym, snooker room, table tennis area and large yoga and dance studio.

Facilities

Category	Facilities
Kitchens	Main family kitchen plus professional catering kitchen
Dining	Formal dining room seating 20
Living	Drawing room and additional sitting areas
Entertainment	Full-size snooker table, Smart TV, books, games and table tennis
Swimming	Private heated outdoor pool
Wellness	Sauna, gym and full-size yoga and dance studio
Sport	Private all-weather tennis court and croquet lawn
Laundry	Washing machine and tumble dryer
Outdoor	Landscaped gardens, lawns, woodland paths and terraces
Children	Travel cots and highchairs available
Parking	Ample private driveway parking
EV Charging	Multiple 22kW charging points
Connectivity	WiFi

Important Information

Information	Details
Maximum Occupancy	20
Reduced Occupancy	12 guests available at selected times
Bedrooms	10
Dogs	Up to 7
Grounds	Approximately 5 acres
Pool Heating	Late May to late August, weather dependent
Parking	Ample private parking
EV Charging	Multiple 22kW chargers
Village Facilities	Short walk
Short Breaks	Available in low and mid season
Check-in	4pm
Check-out	9:30am

Location & Things to Do Near The Lost Manor

The Lost Manor is in Chulmleigh, a historic hilltop town surrounded by the rolling countryside of North Devon. This is a very different base from the county's coastal resorts, giving groups a peaceful rural setting while keeping Exmoor, market towns and the North Devon beaches within reach.

Chulmleigh itself is one of the property's biggest advantages. Guests can walk from the gates to traditional pubs, cafés, a bakery, local shops and places to eat, making it easy to enjoy a relaxed lunch or evening out without organising transport for 20 people. The surrounding Taw Valley is excellent walking country, with quiet lanes, wooded valleys and farmland immediately around the town.

Exmoor National Park is approximately 13 miles away and opens up a huge choice of walks, cycle routes and wildlife experiences. Exmoor ponies and red deer can be spotted across the moor, while Tarr Steps, wooded river valleys and elevated viewpoints make excellent destinations for a day out. The National Park is also renowned for its dark skies, making clear evenings particularly rewarding.

South Molton is around 12 miles away and is useful for larger shops, markets and independent businesses. Family attractions nearby include Quince Honey Farm and Woolley Animals, while Castle Hill Gardens provides a more relaxed day among landscaped grounds and woodland.

The North Devon coast is also achievable as a day trip. Saunton Sands is around 25 miles away and combines a huge sandy beach with Braunton Burrows behind it, while Westward Ho!, Instow and Croyde give groups several very different seaside options.

Chulmleigh's central location means a week at The Lost Manor can combine quiet days around the pool, country walks, Exmoor adventures and trips to the coast without having to base the entire holiday around one type of activity.

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