Three Acres

Exmoor National Park


Home to a retired army officer in the 1930s, Three Acres bears evidence of that era everywhere, from the pith helmet on the hat rack to the overstuffed armchairs in the lounge. Exmoor’s landscape is reflected in the colour schemes – expect soft heather purple, sea greys and russet browns.

There’s Exe Valley smoked trout for breakfast, a peaceful sun terrace, and homemade sloe gin in the bar.


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