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The Poltimore Pods

3.5 star property
Lodge with a restaurant, a quick walk to North Devon Hawk Walks

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Property entrance
Bar (on property)
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

Explore the area

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East Street, South Molton, England, EX36 3HR
  • Place, North Devon Hawk Walks
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Exmoor National Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Exmoor Zoo
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Bluebell)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room (Campion)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Cowslip)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Heather)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Poppy)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, 1 Bedroom (Primrose)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Snowdrop)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 Double Bed (Violet)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Teasel)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Vetch)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Observatory Room)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

South Molton

At The Poltimore Pods you'll be 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from North Devon Hawk Walks and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Exmoor National Park. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Each morning English breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class South Molton lodge include Rock and Rapid Adventures and South Molton Panier Market.
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What's nearby

  • North Devon Hawk Walks - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rock and Rapid Adventures - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Exmoor National Park - 8 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Exmoor Zoo - 22 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Tarr Steps - 31 min drive - 24.5 km

Getting around

  • Umberleigh Station - 18 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Coaching Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Welcome Fryer - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Poltimore Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Corn Dolly - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Town Arms Hotel - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Poltimore Pods

Lodge with a restaurant, a quick walk to North Devon Hawk Walks
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Poltimore Pods also features a garden and a picnic area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star South Molton lodge.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Poltimore Pods offers 8 accommodations. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 8 per person
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

The Poltimore Pods Lodge
The Poltimore Pods South Molton
The Poltimore Pods Lodge South Molton

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Poltimore Pods?

The Poltimore Pods offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Poltimore Pods?

As of 3 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Poltimore Pods on 5 Oct 2025 start from NZ$243.30, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Poltimore Pods?

The closest beach to The Poltimore Pods is Blacklands Beach (19.8 km).

What makes The Poltimore Pods a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Poltimore Pods.

Does The Poltimore Pods serve breakfast?

You bet, English breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Poltimore Pods?

No, The Poltimore Pods does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Poltimore Pods?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Poltimore Pods?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Poltimore Pods?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

The Poltimore Pods Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay and food

Absolutely brilliant. Delighted with pod's cleaniness and style, great night sleep, amazing views. Food was excellent with great choice and extremely good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful setting, spacious cabins, great service and locally sourced breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Everything you need.

Lovely warm room, comfortable beds and a great shower!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Totally amazing place

What an absolutely amazing place stayed 6 nights with my wife that needed a nice break to take her mind off chemo treatment . From the moment we arrived we felt so welcome. The pub part is amazing friendly staff great beer and food the locals are so friendly to just loved this place . The pods are amazing with lovely views of Exmoor clean warm and just lovely. I will be back soon thats for sure also breakfast is included 😋
Breakfast with a veiw
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Most enjoyable 3 night stay at Poltimore Pods. Lovely cosy room with great view. Pub serves great food and staff very friendly, recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice and clean accommodation,delicious food . pub noisy, but Pods situated at bottom of pub garden. Friendly staff, nice relaxing atmosphere.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good

I love the place very much ❤️.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Another great stay - recommended

Lovely spot to stay in within easy striking distance of Barnstaple and North Devon and the coast. Beautiful part of the country with plenty to discover The pods are well maintained and very comfy. Fabulous large bed. Our dog loves lying out on the little balcony overlooking the balcony Staff were all friendly & helpful. Cooked breakfast was very good with locally soiurced produce. Nice strong coffee in tap with other buffet options. Good menu available for evening meals at reasonable rates and good selection of drinks at the bar
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had very pleasant stay ,quiet relaxing location . Accommodation clean and modern good value for money . Surrounding gardens to relax in . Great breakfast and good choice of food in restaurant in evening , pleasant helpful staff . Village very quite no other facilities but good central point to explore north Devon . Would definitely stay again if visiting this part Devon
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and scenic. Excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely location

Great value in a beautiful rural location. Clean unit with fabulous ensuite. The pub restaurant has extensive menu options and breakfast service was comprehensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Scott

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place to stay - beautiful in all areas
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Biker friendly site

Friendly check in and we were allowed to take our motorcycles down to the pods so that they were secure. Good food and spotlessly clean accommodation. Biker friendly site.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful hotel and location

Just an amazing place friendly people and staff great food and amazing accommodation and views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A gem

What a gem. Beautiful accommodation in a lovely little village. Friendly staff and super food couldn’t recommend highly enough and definitely going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Lovely hide away

The pods are wonderful and clean, set in lovely countryside! Service and food etc was lovely. Main issue was the bed. Did not sleep well due to the matress being so hard!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eve

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

We had a lovely 3 day stay. We booked our daughter in as an extra at the last minute and that was no bother. Clean, beautiful views and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022