Lying on the Exmoor coast, on the edge of the Quintock Hills, Lynton is a small Victorian town atop a gorge above the neighbouring village and harbour of Lynmouth. The Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway joins the two areas which are also part of the South West Coast Path and the Tarka Trail. Many of Lynton's buildings were constructed in the latter part of the 19th century, including the impressive Town Hall.
If you are looking for houses for sale in Lynton such as holiday chalets and bungalows, prices start at around £115,000 for two bedrooms. Terraced, stone-built Victorian houses and cottages offering three or four bedrooms are in the region of £250,000. Above £500,000, Lynton and the surrounding countryside offer some beautiful stone-built detached farmhouses and cottages with plenty of land and often stunning views.
If you are looking for flats for sale in Lynton, please contact Lynton estate agents for details of flats currently available and for all houses and cottages.
Amenities for property in Lynton
Shops, restaurants and tea rooms; bowling, fishing, and tennis are set against a backdrop of high cliffs, rolling hills and the great wilderness of Exmoor with its deer and ponies. Lynton's first cinema opened in 1916 and is now in a Grade II listed building with seating for 100. The Parish Church of St Mary stands overlooking the sea with a tower that was built in the 13th century. Lynton Church of England Primary School is in Market Street and the town offers clubs and societies for pastimes such as spinning wool, cricket, yoga, and youth activities.
Transport in Lynton
Lynton is on the A39 with the railway station in Barnstaple 15 miles to the south west, providing a journey time to Exeter Central of a little over an hour.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Lynton, which is covered by postcode EX35, you may also like to consider neighbouring towns and villages such as Lynmouth, Ilfracombe, Braunton, Barnstaple, and Bideford.
house, 5 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, 5 bathrooms
A substantial attached Edwardian residence commanding breathtaking sea views in quiet no through road close village centre/seafront. 5 Bedrooms, 5 Bathrooms, 2 Receptions. Ideal home/income
house, 3 bedrooms
This is a charming double fronted cottage, situated in the heart of Lynton, close to a wide range of amenities, pubs, restaurants, cafes and attractions. The property offers a wealth of character...
house, 5 bedrooms
A traditional five bedroom farmhouse sympathetically modernised with a range of traditional buildings and set within 122 acres with outstanding views over the Bristol Channel to Wales.
house, 5 bedrooms
A traditional five bedroom farmhouse sympathetically modernised with a range of traditional buildings and set within 46 acres with outstanding views over the Bristol Channel to Wales.
house, 3 bedrooms
This is an attractive period end terraced house, situated in the heart of Lynton. It has been refurbished throughout to a high standard, including a new kitchen & bathroom, ensuite facilities...
house, 2 bedrooms, 1 reception room, 1 bathroom
Bond Oxborough Phillips are pleased to offer to the open market this two bedroom mid-terraced property set within the heart of Lynton village. In need of updating the property in question boasts a...
house, 5 bedrooms, 3 reception rooms, 4 bathrooms
Beautifully situated Grade II Listed farmhouse on the north coast of Exmoor and with sea views from the land across the Bristol Channel to the Welsh Mountains. Various traditional stone outbuilding...
Farms, Estates & Land, 5 bedrooms
A traditional five bedroom farmhouse sympathetically modernised with a range of traditional buildings and set within 122 acres with outstanding views over the Bristol Channel to Wales.
Farms, Estates & Land, 5 bedrooms
A traditional five bedroom farmhouse sympathetically modernised with a range of traditional buildings and set within 46 acres with outstanding views over the Bristol Channel to Wales.
Farms, Estates & Land
Approximately 76.83 acres of pasture land with outstanding sea views and benefiting from road frontage and access.