The Best of Exmoor is a small, independent letting agent based in Porlock Weir. We love Exmoor and take great pleasure in sharing it with our guests. Our aim is to help you find your dream holiday - we have a great selection of holiday cottages on Exmoor, so we can help you to find your perfect break. Having grown the business slowly from scratch, we know all our properties and their owners well - so please get in touch if you have any queries and we will be happy to help.

Hawkings Hideaway is a charming eco-friendly shepherd's hut tucked away in the Devon countryside, accessed via a private woodland path from the farmhouse. Set within your own 5-acre field with woodland, river and rolling hills, it offers a peaceful rural retreat for couples wanting to disconnect and reconnect with nature. The hut sleeps 2 in a comfy double bed and has a cosy interior warmed by a wood-burning stove, with a small dining area for relaxed evenings in. The kitchenette is fitted with an electric hob, kettle, toaster and Nespresso coffee machine, plus an honesty bar stocked with wine and beer, and enjoys lovely views over "deer valley" from the sink window. Breakfast hampers and a BBQ box can be ordered in advance as optional extras. Private bathroom facilities, including a toilet and shower, are located in two separate huts just 10 metres from the door. Outside, a generous 65-foot decking area comes with outdoor furniture and a fire pit looking out across the valley, plus a wood-fired hot tub positioned to make the most of the views. There's also a private courtyard with an outdoor kitchen. The property sits within 20 acres of farmland and rolling hills, home to friendly farm animals and visiting Red Deer. One dog is welcome by prior arrangement for a GBP 25 supplement. Secure on-site parking is provided, and electric vehicle charging is available for GBP 25 per charge. Towels and bed linen are included. Please note the property is not suitable for children or for guests with restricted mobility, and there is no wheelchair access. Check-in is from 4pm, with check-out by 10am.

South Molton is a historic market town on the southern edge of Exmoor National Park, easily reached from the A361 North Devon Link Road. It makes an excellent base for exploring Exmoor and Devon. The town has a long and proud history stretching back to Saxon times, and was once a prosperous centre for the wool trade. Today it retains much of its traditional character, with handsome Georgian and Victorian buildings lining the wide, sloping Broad Street. The 15th-century Guildhall still stands at the heart of the town, home to the South Molton Museum, which tells the story of the area's heritage. Market Town Life South Molton's famous pannier market has been held every Thursday and Saturday for centuries. The covered market hall beside Broad Street hosts stalls selling local produce, crafts, baked goods, and household items. On Thursdays the market is smaller and more local in character, while Saturday is the main market day, drawing visitors from across North Devon. It is well worth timing your visit to coincide with market day. Town Amenities South Molton has an excellent range of amenities for a town of its size. There is a good selection of independent shops, including a butcher, a baker, gift shops, and a bookshop along Broad Street and the surrounding streets. The town has a Co-op supermarket for everyday groceries, as well as a post office, pharmacy, and several banks and cashpoints. Other facilities include South Molton Swimming Pool and leisure centre, a medical centre, a library, and a primary and secondary school. For larger supermarkets and high street shopping, Barnstaple is approximately 12 miles away, and Tiverton is approximately 25 miles south.