Located in Lynton, Rockvale House is a historic guest house that provides free WiFi, and guests can enjoy water sports facilities and a terrace. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a bar and a shared lounge. Lundy Island is 47 km away and Royal North Devon Golf Club is 48 km from the guest house. At the guest house, all units are equipped with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Lynton, like cycling and fishing. Blacklands Beach is 1.3 km from Rockvale House, while Dunster Castle is 33 km away. Exeter International Airport is 100 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Lynton, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.8

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Yaswant
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent Hosts, easy private parking and a great location. Particularly good breakfast with much of it home made, really excellent.
  • Nickolas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Phil and Ness were amazing hosts who couldn't do enough for us. The room was lovely and the breakfasts were absolutely amazing.
  • Charlotte
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Immaculate, nice lounges & bar, lovely view out of dining room. Room was clean, and cosy. We got upgraded due to Phil and Ness’ (the hosts) kindness, beautiful home made breakfasts, homemade bread and jam. Was made to feel special, highly...
  • Natalia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location and impeccable service from the hosts. Home cooked dinner was a highlight and the lounges available to spend time in were lovely.
  • Jennifer
    Australia Australia
    The hosts made us feel so welcome - they were absolutely delightful. And I would even go so far as to say that it was the best cooked breakfast I've ever had - with most of the components hand made (the bread, jams, muesli etc). First rate. The...
  • Chris
    Australia Australia
    Phil & Ness were exceptional hosts. Friendly charming entertaining and very focused on making our stay the best. Their house is beautifully decorated, the rooms are large and very comfortable. We enjoyed the guest lounge area with comfy seating...
  • Darren
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owners were very helpful and made us feel very welcome.
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent 2 night stay. The room was lovely with a nice view over Lynton, it was exceptionally clean and the bed very comfortable. There was a large choice for breakfast which was superb. Ness and Phil were wonderful hosts, very friendly and...
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The great location in centre of Lynton village oozing with charm. Plenty of parking at property.
  • Therese
    Australia Australia
    The setting was beautiful. Attention to detail was amazing. Phil and Ness were great hosts. The breakfast was so good. Every thing made fresh and so delicious.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.9Based on 476 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

The place to be for a thoroughly enjoyable, comfortable and tranquil stay on the sunniest side of the Lyn valley where you wake to bird-song and the sound of bleating sheep in the distance. Fresh home cooking is our speciality. Choose from our extensive breakfast menu. We have our own private car park adjacent to the house for your convenience. Rockvale House a large Victorian house, was initially the summer residence of a Bristol merchant. Having undergone several changes, it is now an elegant guest house with 6 en-suite guest rooms. The bar is well stocked, and the lounge has an open log fire, comfortable seating and a selection of books for your use. The area is very popular with walkers and cyclists with many scenic routes. Please ask to borrow maps of the local area. The town centre of Lynton is only a 2 minute walk away; it is linked to the harbour village of Lynmouth by the famous Victorian water powered cliff railway. Lynton offers a range of amenities such as a bank, post office, chemist, several places to eat and its own independent cinema. Whatever you choose to do in Exmoor you can be sure of a wa...

Neighbourhood information

Rockvale is located in the centre of Lynton, just by the Town Hall and a five minute walk from the Cliff Railway to Lynmouth. It has views over the town and surrounding hills.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1

    No additional info available

Facilities of Rockvale House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio

Food & Drink

  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

    Services

    • Shared lounge/TV area

    General

    • Adult only
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Rockvale House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00 to 19:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 07:00 to 10:30
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercardCash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Rockvale House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    FAQs about Rockvale House

    • Rockvale House is 150 yards from the centre of Lynton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Rockvale House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at Rockvale House include:

      • Twin
      • Double
      • Single
    • Rockvale House has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1
    • Rockvale House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Fishing
      • Water sport facilities on site
    • Check-in at Rockvale House is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

    • The nearest beach is just 400 yards from Rockvale House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.