YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor

Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1QW

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Private room View options & details

What our private room offer

Bed linen
Cot available
Disabled access rooms available
En-suite rooms available
Heating
Lock on doors
Smoke alarm

What you need to know about our private room

Check-in: From 17:00 - 20:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Towels and toiletries: Hand soap is provided next to all sinks. Towels are not supplied as standard but can be rented or purchased from reception.
Bedding: Bedding is supplied in all our private rooms.

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House View options & details

Sleeps up to 35 guests
7 bedrooms
7 bathrooms

YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor is a recently converted, arts and crafts detached house which was originally built in 1910. The property offers beautiful views and a cosy wood burning stove. A great base for outdoor lovers.

Where you'll sleep

Across the entire building there is a total of seven bedrooms.

Ground floor

One room that sleeps up to 3 people. It includes a high sleeper bunk with a double bed underneath.

First floor

One en-suite room that sleeps up to 2 people. It includes 1 set of bunk beds.

Two en-suite rooms that sleep up to 4 people each. They include 2 sets of bunk beds.

One room that sleeps up to 6 people. It includes 3 sets of bunk beds.

One en-suite room that sleeps up to 8 people. It includes 4 sets of bunk beds.

One room that sleeps up to 8 people. It includes 4 sets of bunk beds.

A cot is available.

Shared spaces

Kitchen and dining

The kitchen is located on the ground floor and includes a range of conveniences listed below.

Kitchen appliances: fridge/freezer, kettle, microwave, oven, stove, toaster, wood stove.

Kitchenware: dishes and cutlery, kitchen utensils, pots, pans.

Cooking basics: salt and pepper.

Cleaning basics: anti-bacterial spray, bin bags, cloths, paper towels, soap, tea towels, washing up liquid.

Located on the ground floor, the dining room seats up to 35 people.

Highchairs are available on request.

Lounge

The lounge is located on the ground floor and seats up to 35 people. This stunning wood-panelled room has unique features including corner pillar windows. There are 2 comfy sofas, tables, chairs, a wall-mounted flat screen TV and a selection of board games. You can cosy up in the evenings by the wood-burning fire (one basked of wood is provided).

Bathrooms

Across the entire building there is a total of seven bathrooms.

En-suite bathrooms: 4

Toilets: 7

Showers: 7

Toilet paper is provided and hand soap is available next to all sinks.

Outdoors

Outside is a medium-sized garden.

The garden is not enclosed.

Guests have full access to the garden, except the restricted activity areas for climbing and low ropes (these are clearly signposted).

Outdoor amenities: cycle store, grass/lawn, picnic tables.

What our house offer

Bed linen
Cleaning basics
Cot available
Disabled access rooms available
Dishes and cutlery
En-suite rooms available
Fire extinguisher
Fridge
Garden/grounds
Heating
Highchair
Hot water
Kettle
Kitchen
Kitchen utensils
Lock on doors
Microwave
Outdoor play area
Outdoor seating
Oven
Shower(s)
Smoke alarm
Stove
TV in room
Toaster
Wheelchair accessible
Wood stove

What you need to know about our house

Check-in: From 17:00 - 20:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Heating: There is central heating throughout the property.
Bedding: Bedding is supplied in all our rooms.
Dogs: Hire YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor and bring your dogs! Add a dog to your booking at the checkout and bring your four-legged friend along with you. Dogs are not permitted in the bedrooms, on the furniture, or in the kitchen, and must be kept on a lead in the grounds.
Checking in: You will receive an email prior to your arrival with the property address and check-in instructions.
Guest access: Guests have the use of the whole property, except the function room and activity areas (unless hired for an additional fee).
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.

Lodge View options & details

Sleeps up to 42 guests
8 bedrooms
6 bathrooms

YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor Lodge is a converted industrial heritage building and sits within 4 acres of gardens backing directly onto open moorland, making it an ideal base for those looking to explore this beautiful part of England.

Where you'll sleep

Across the entire building there is a total of eight bedrooms.

First floor

Two rooms that sleep up to 1 person each. They include a single bed.

Four en-suite rooms that sleep up to 6 people each. They include 3 sets of bunk beds.

Two rooms that sleep up to 8 people each. They include 4 sets of bunk beds.

A cot is available.

Shared spaces

Kitchen and dining

The small kitchen is located on the ground floor and includes a range of conveniences listed below.

Kitchen appliances: fridge/freezer, kettle, microwave, oven, stove, toaster.

Kitchenware: dishes and cutlery, kitchen utensils, pots, pans.

Cooking basics: salt and pepper.

Cleaning basics: anti-bacterial spray, bin bags, paper towels, soap, tea towels, washing up liquid.

Located on the ground floor, the dining room seats up to 42 people across tables and chairs. There is also a small lounge area within this room.

Highchairs are available on request.

Bathrooms

Across the entire building there is a total of six bathrooms.

En-suite bathrooms: 4

Toilets: 6

Showers: 6

Toilet paper is provided and hand soap is available next to all sinks.

Outdoors

Outside is a large garden. The garden is partially enclosed with hedges, fences and walls. There is a small opening to the car park.

Guests have full access to the garden, except the restricted activity areas for climbing and low ropes (these are clearly signposted).

Outdoor amenities: cycle store, fire pit, grass/lawn, outdoor play area, picnic tables.

What our lodge offer

Bed linen
Cleaning basics
Cot available
Disabled access rooms available
Dishes and cutlery
En-suite rooms available
Fire extinguisher
Fridge
Garden/grounds
Heating
Highchair
Hot water
Kettle
Kitchen
Kitchen utensils
Lock on doors
Microwave
Outdoor play area
Outdoor seating
Oven
Shower(s)
Smoke alarm
Stove
TV in room
Toaster
Wheelchair accessible
Wood stove

What you need to know about our lodge

Check-in: From 17:00 - 20:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Heating: There is central heating throughout the property.
Bedding: Bedding is supplied in all rooms.
Dogs: Hire YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor Lodge and bring your dogs! Add a dog to your booking at the checkout and bring your four-legged friend along with you. Dogs are not permitted in the bedrooms, on the furniture, or in the kitchen, and must be kept on a lead in the grounds.
Checking in: You will receive an email prior to your arrival with the property address and check-in instructions.
Guest access: Guests have the use of the whole property, except the function room (unless booked for an additional fee). Hostel staff live onsite.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.

House & Lodge View options & details

Sleeps up to 77 guests
15 bedrooms
13 bathrooms

YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor House and Lodge have 4 acres of gardens backing directly onto open moorland, making it an ideal base for those looking to explore this beautiful part of England.

Where you'll sleep

House

Across the entire building there is a total of seven bedrooms.

Ground floor

One room that sleeps up to 3 people. It includes a high sleeper bunk with a double bed underneath.

First floor

One en-suite room that sleeps up to 2 people. It includes 1 set of bunk beds.

Two en-suite rooms that sleep up to 4 people each. They include 2 sets of bunk beds.

One room that sleeps up to 6 people. It includes 3 sets of bunk beds.

One en-suite room that sleeps up to 8 people. It includes 4 sets of bunk beds.

One room that sleeps up to 8 people. It includes 4 sets of bunk beds.

A cot is available.

Lodge

Across the entire building there is a total of eight bedrooms.

First floor

Two rooms that sleep up to 1 person each. They include a single bed.

Four en-suite rooms that sleep up to 6 people each. They include 3 sets of bunk beds.

Two rooms that sleep up to 8 people each. They include 4 sets of bunk beds.

A cot is available.

Shared spaces

House

Kitchen and dining

The kitchen is located on the ground floor and includes a range of conveniences listed below.

Kitchen appliances: fridge/freezer, kettle, microwave, oven, stove, toaster, wood stove.

Kitchenware: dishes and cutlery, kitchen utensils, pots, pans.

Cooking basics: salt and pepper.

Cleaning basics: anti-bacterial spray, bin bags, cloths, paper towels, soap, tea towels, washing up liquid.

Located on the ground floor, the dining room seats up to 35 people.

Highchairs are available on request.

Lounge

Bathrooms

Across the entire building there is a total of seven bathrooms.

En-suite bathrooms: 4

Toilets: 7

Showers: 7

Toilet paper is provided and hand soap is available next to all sinks.

Outdoors

Outside is a medium-sized garden. The garden is not enclosed.

Guests have full access to the garden, except the restricted activity areas for climbing and low ropes (these are clearly signposted).

Outdoor amenities: cycle store, grass/lawn, picnic tables.

Lodge

Kitchen and dining

The small kitchen is located on the ground floor and includes a range of conveniences listed below.

Kitchen appliances: fridge/freezer, kettle, microwave, oven, stove, toaster.

Kitchenware: dishes and cutlery, kitchen utensils, pots, pans.

Cooking basics: salt and pepper.

Cleaning basics: anti-bacterial spray, bin bags, paper towels, soap, tea towels, washing up liquid.

Located on the ground floor, the dining room seats up to 42 people across tables and chairs. There is also a small lounge area within this room.

Highchairs are available on request.

Bathrooms

Across the entire building there is a total of six bathrooms.

En-suite bathrooms: 4

Toilets: 6

Showers: 6

Toilet paper is provided and hand soap is available next to all sinks.

Outdoors

Outside is a large garden. The garden is partially enclosed with hedges, fences and walls. There is a small opening to the car park.

Guests have full access to the garden, except the restricted activity areas for climbing and low ropes (these are clearly signposted).

Outdoor amenities: cycle store, fire pit, grass/lawn, outdoor play area, picnic tables.

What our house & lodge offer

Bed linen
Cleaning basics
Cot available
Disabled access rooms available
Dishes and cutlery
En-suite rooms available
Fire extinguisher
Fridge
Garden/grounds
Heating
Highchair
Hot water
Kettle
Kitchen
Kitchen utensils
Lock on doors
Microwave
Outdoor play area
Outdoor seating
Oven
Shower(s)
Smoke alarm
Stove
TV in room
Toaster
Wheelchair accessible
Wood stove

What you need to know about our house & lodge

Check-in: From 17:00 - 20:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Heating: There is central heating throughout both properties.
Bedding: Bedding is supplied in all our rooms.
Dogs: Hire YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor and bring your dogs! Add a dog to your booking at the checkout and bring your four-legged friend along with you. Dogs are not permitted in the bedrooms, on the furniture, or in the kitchen, and must be kept on a lead in the grounds.
Checking in: You will receive an email prior to your arrival with the property address and check-in instructions.
Guest access: Guest have the use of the whole of both properties, except the function room (unless hired for an additional fee).
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.

Overview

Nestled within woodlands on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor is set within four acres of landscaped grounds. Ideally situated within walking distance of Okehampton town, with direct access to Dartmoor and the granite way cycle path, the venue is perfect for those looking for a relaxing retreat.

YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor consists of two buildings - a recently converted, arts and crafts detached house and a beautiful, converted hunting lodge - making it the ideal accommodation for individuals, families, and groups alike.

Make your trip to Okehampton memorable by booking some activities at the Okehampton Adventure Centre, which offers group outdoor sessions throughout the year.

Why guests love YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor

WiFi
Free parking on premises
Garden/grounds

Ideal for a quiet woodland holiday
Located within Dartmoor National Park
Wedding packages available

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Accommodation at YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor

Private rooms

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Private en-suite rooms

Enjoy your own space with a private en-suite room, including bathroom facilities.

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Hire the whole house

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Hire the whole lodge

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Group bookings for 16+ guests

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Meeting and function room

Our flexible and affordable function room is a great choice for any occasion.

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Wedding packages

Admire the Devon countryside on your special day at YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor.

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Hostel facilities

Breakfast
Classroom(s)
Coach parking nearby
Contactless payments
Cycle store
Dining room
Extra-large garden/grounds
Free parking on premises
Games
Garden/grounds
Group meals
Highchair
Intermittent mobile coverage
Licensed bar
Meeting room(s)
Minibus parking on premises
Outdoor play area
Outdoor seating
Packed lunch
Restaurant
Self-catering kitchen
Shared drying room
Shared TV
Sole use available
Wedding packages
WiFi

Hostel need to know

Reception opening hours: From 08:00 - 10:00 and 16:00 - 20:00 (until 22:00 during school holidays).

Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests daily. Evening meals are also available.

Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.

Parking: There is parking at the hostel.

WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.

Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor, except when hiring the whole hostel through YHA Exclusive Hire. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.

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