South West England Seaside Bed & Breakfasts Guide

updated inn set in a pretty village on Exmoor's fringes, the elegent, well-appointed guest rooms are located in a separate coach house

history and character combine with stylish guest rooms, mod-cons included, and a buzzy cafe, restaurant and bar in a Tudor house

providing ale since 1320, this is one of the oldest thatched inns in Britain with guest rooms that combine character and contemporary styling

exposed beams and open fires feature in the real ale bar, there is an an elegant guest lounge in a turret and a creative food menu is served here

character, 400-year-old inn set moments from the scenic cove, it features cosy rooms with a maritime theme and serves a fresh, seasonal menu

at the waters edge of the Tamar Estuary with views across to Drakes Island and Plymouth, the well-presented rooms enjoy the same views

built in 1810 for a wealthy Georgian family in a scenic spot overlooking the Teign Estuary; nautically themed rooms feature, some with sea views

a charming 17th century inn set above a secluded cove and features light and airy rooms and a restaurant serving fresh locally caught fish

historic tavern with a long and colourful heritage overlooking Penzance Harbour moments from the departure point of the Isles of Scilly ferry

restored inn, dates from the early 1700s, pleasingly modernised yet retains plenty of original charcater; bedrooms are stylish and spacious

after extensive refurbishment, this Falmouth institution has boutique style rooms, yet retains its distinctive 16th century charm in the bar

a picture-postcard inn formed of a 1,000 year old Devon longhouse, the charming guest rooms feature exposed beams and sloping ceilings

set in 6 acres of private grounds with a babbling stream running by, a welcoming, family-run inn featuring beautifully decorated rooms

standing proudly on the waterfront with views across the estuary which can be enjoyed from the bar and many of the cosy and stylish rooms

an atmospheric pub at the heart of its local community offering comfy rooms, homemade dishes made from local ingredients and local ales

18th century inn set in an idyllic spot on the quayside of this pretty village, guest rooms are light and airy and stylishly decorated

listed Edwardian inn set overlooking the harbour featuring comfy, well appointed rooms and serving home-grown and locally sourced food

this 17th century, former coaching inn retains many original, character features and offers comfortable rooms and scenic views from the garden

set on Clovelly's ancient cobbled street, that leads down to the harbour, and features smart rooms, a restaurant and the well-known Upalong bar

a family run 17th century inn offering a warm welcome, real ales, bar meals prepared with local produce and a real fire in chillier weather

a secluded 17th-century pub with comfy rooms tucked away at the bottom of a wooded valley next to the waters of the East Lyn River

a 13th century smuggler's haunt situated on the South West Coastal Path, it offers traditionally furnished rooms and fresh, seasonal food

this 500 year old inn is situated a stone's throw from the West Looe quayside, rooms retain character features yet offer modern comforts

this historic 12th century coaching inn with a traditional bar and comfy rooms is set in a pretty village that sits amidst glorious countryside

one of St. Ives' oldest coaching houses set amidst shops, restaurants and bars, pub food is served in the bar and there is nightly live music

a beautifully restored mill dating from the 13th century set in the peaceful Stoneycombe Valley offering elegant rooms and good food

offers comfortable, well-appointed rooms situated in the main pub or in cabins in the courtyard and is ideally placed for Dartmoor and beaches

Grade II listed, picture book thatched inn, nestled in unspoilt countryside on the A39 just a 10 minute drive from the pretty village of Clovelly

a quayside inn with spacious rooms, many with views of the harbour, a cosy bar, entretainment and a restaurant serving freshly caught seafood

16th-century, thatched-roof inn showcasing local produce and ales and offering comfortable, well-presented rooms that retain period features

traditional inn set on the main square of a quiet village on the Lizard Peninsula offering comfortable and well-presented guest rooms

a classic Cornish pub set on upland between St. Ives and Penzance where the two spacious rooms are set in a listed converted barn

attractive 16th century coaching inn combining modern comforts with period charm and serving hearty food sourced from the West Country

roadside inn dating from 1620 surrounded by glorious countryside, it retains plenty of original charm and offers comfy, rustic style rooms

in a separate building behind this historic village inn and restaurant, spacious modern rooms with wet rooms provide contemporary comfort

an 18th century, riverside inn set in an idyllic spot on the banks of the River Harbourne offering individually styled rooms some with river view

dates back to the 19th century and is between Truro and Falmouth, offers elegant rooms and home-cooked meals made from local produce

the most southerly inn on the British mainland situated 15 minutes walk from Lizard Point; stylish guest rooms are situated in a separate building

an inn dating back to the 16th century where you can enjoy a meal or drink on the leafy terrace and stay in homely rooms with period features

17th century inn set in one of Cornwall's most striking bays with vast swathes of glorious sands; stay in fresh, contemporary style rooms

a charming pub said to be one of Cornwall's oldest, the low beamed ceilings, open fireplaces and thick stone walls all reflect its rich heritage

a 300 year old inn set in an atmospheric fishing cove amidst rugged coastline, relics adorn the walls collected from a rich seafaring history

for 400 years this traditional inn has stood overlooking the estuary and offers simple but comfy rooms, good food and wonderful views of Fowey

sympathetically restored, this centuries old pub retains sturdy granite walls, beams and open fires and is ideally placed to explore the area

a gem of a Cornish experience in this country inn dating from the 14th century, with stone-walled rooms, in the heart of Tintagel near the castle

a traditional inn set in a pretty village 5 miles from Looe that has an outdoor seating area overlooking a babbling stream and cosy rooms

relax beside the fire in winter or soak up some rays on the outside deck in summer at this friendly pub that is within a short drive of beaches

a 17th century inn set in an area of outstanding natural beauty next to the babbling River Harbourne; guest rooms are uniquely decorated

open log fires, original slate and wood floors detail the heritage of this 16th century former farmhouse, many rooms retain character features

a charming 14th century inn with beamed ceilings, exposed stone walls and fireplaces located just 10 minutes walk from Branscombe Beach

this 15th century coaching inn boasts a pretty village location that is close to the coast and scenic views over the Lynher and Tamar Rivers