Secret Spot Camping

UK England South West England Devon Braunton

Finding this exclusive Devon spot is like making it on to the best VIP guest list in town

Never has there been a campsite more aptly named. It took this reviewer 20 minutes and two phone calls to find the place, despite the satnav indicating that I was around 200 metres away. Persevere, though, and the determined camper is rewarded with a brilliant little piece of England to call their own. Our tip is to look out for the sign for Moor Lane Nursery as, rather sweetly, the day-to-day business here is growing and selling gorgeous plants.

What this means is that the whole place is beautifully designed, with stunning plants at every turn. A stroll through the site is a revelation, revealing nooks and crannies peppered with comfy chairs, a barbecue, picnic tables and a wishing well along with essential amenities such as a fridge-freezer, microwave, kettle and so on. Its proximity to Croyde Beach means that it’s a favoured hangout of the surf crowd but, thanks to its tranquil, private vibe, it attracts the more chilled variety of surfer. There’s unspoilt countryside in every direction and you’ll share your stay with butterflies, owls, egrets, bats and dragonflies (plus the lovely Steve and family – this is their home and they'll be on hand to accommodate in any way). Back to nature, then, but with the bonus of the lively village of Croyde just down the road.

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Facilities

Extensive Gardens, Fields with Unmarked Grass Pitches. There are no further charges on site. Clean Washrooms with 3 toilets, 3 showers with Free Unlimited Hot Water. Free Wi-fi. Campers shelter with Comfy Chairs, No EHU but Kitchenette with communal use of Fridges/Freezer/Microwave/Kettle/Toaster/H&C Washing Up Sinks. There are picnic tables outside in several locations in the garden. BBQ's are permitted (On Bricks- Supplied) only in the camping field. No Fires are permitted except in the designated fire-pit area adjacent to the Campers Shelter/Kitchen.

Suitable For

Tents, campervans, pre-organised groups – yes. Caravans, motorhomes, dogs, rowdy folk – no.

Nearby

The Surf Beaches of Saunton Sands, Croyde and Putsborough are just along the road.. a little further afield the is Woolacombe Sands and Westward Ho! There are great walks to the deserted (even in summer) far end of Saunton Beach (Crow Point). There is excellent flat Cycling around Braunton Marshes and The Tarka Trail. On our doostep there is the wonderful Dunescape of Braunton Burrows. This area of Special Scientific Interest is a Biosphere Reserve which covers approx 3 square miles of Sand Dunes. It contains many rare species of plant life, wild foxes and deer, and is rich in nature and history. (World War 2 - Assault Training for D-Day). There are many other places to visit.. Ilfracombe & Lundy Island, Exmoor, Clovelly to name but a few.

Food & Drink

There are two excellent Fish & Chips shops in Braunton. Squires (01271 815533) brings folk from miles around, both for its Takeaway and it's Sit-Down Restaurant. South16 has recently won awards. Wild Thyme and Riverside do excellent Breakfasts. There are several Restaurants, At One, Riverside, Bistro de Coin and SQ spring to mind. There are Seven Pubs which all serve food and most have Live Music. In Croyde Village of course there is The Thatch (01271 890349) - possibly the most famous pub in Devon. Braunton also has 2 Chinese & 1 Indian Takeaway plus the largest Supermarket in the area (Tesco's). There are several Surf Shops although none as good as Croyde Surf Shop (The Little Pink Shop) -01271890453 where there is a large selection of New & Secondhand Surfboards & Wetsuits. You can also pre-book a large selection of Surf Hire equipment www.croyde-surf-hire.co.uk

Open

January - August 31st (2018)

Pricing

From £13/£6.75 per adult/child per night.

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The Owner Says

Based near Saunton in Devon, Secret Spot Camping is a small, family-run campsite. It is the owners own home - they do not wish to be over run so there are no signs etc. to attract passing trade. Booking Online is the only option. Once booked, campers are sent directions - it's actually not far at all from the main road however unmarked and hidden from sight! - It's the perfect place to getaway and relax yet close to the beaches of Saunton, Croyde and Putsborough. - The Campsite itself has beautiful gardens, butterflies and birds. It overlooks fields to the back of Saunton Sand Dunes. It is a 15 minute stroll into Braunton but transport is better for the short hop to the Beach.

The atmosphere is relaxed and laid back, the perfect place to chill out and forget about the modern world!