South West England Seaside Bed & Breakfasts Guide

recommended B&Bs and guest houses on the S W England coast


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Little Court

Charminster

  • editors' choice!
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  • 5* rated
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  • luxury
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  • family-friendly
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  • great breakfasts
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  • award-winning
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a delightful Edwardian country house, with elegant guest rooms, set in 3 acres of grounds that include a seasonal, outdoor pool and tennis court

  • editors' choice!
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  • luxury
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  • small hotel
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  • adults only
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  • cyclist friendly
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  • walker friendly
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  • character property
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  • country house
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  • romantic retreat
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  • great reviews
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  • great views
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former hunting lodge dating from the Edwardian period set in an idyllic spot with country views; guest rooms are elegant and classically styled

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  • 4* rated
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  • cyclist friendly
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  • country house
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  • romantic retreat
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  • great reviews
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a charming, traditional farmhouse set in a quiet hamlet surrounded by scenic countryside, the cosy rooms feature smart, individual decor

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  • 4* rated
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a 1,200 acre estate and centre for learning, the arts, enterprise and ecology with a Grade I listed manor at its heart where rooms are located

Syon House

East Budleigh

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  • luxury
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  • pets allowed
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  • country house
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  • great reviews
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  • village location
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  • great views
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  • lounge
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  • own garden
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  • free WiFi
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this picturesque guest house offers smart accommodation and is set close to Bicton Park Botanical Gardens and Otterton's historic mill

The Great House

Timberscombe

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for a memorable stay on Exmoor, choose this Grade II listed 17th century country house with light, spacious period rooms, elegantly appointed

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  • small hotel
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  • pets allowed
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  • character property
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  • country house
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  • romantic retreat
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  • great reviews
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  • great views
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  • bar
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  • outdoor pool
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  • free WiFi
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set in extensive grounds, this beautifully appointed, privately owned hotel offers a homely and relaxing atmosphere and stylish guest rooms