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

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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

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

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a charming, period guest house which has been thoughtfully restored to provide well appointed guest rooms furnsihed with antiques

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

Westwood House

Dorchester

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attractive, Georgian townhouse, offering elegant guest rooms, each individually decorated and furnished, and an award-winning breakfast

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stylish guest house offering beautifully appointed rooms that enjoy either countryside or sea views; a hearty breakfast is served to start the day

East Dyke Farm B&B

Higher Clovelly

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with a number of rooms offering views out to sea, this sumptuously furnished farmhouse B&B is set on a working farm near pretty Clovelly

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relax in the grand, sumptuously furnished rooms with seating areas, some with sea views, and enjoy the award-winning breakfast and dinner

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a 17th century building with a prime spot on Axbridge's historic market square, original character has been retained including an ancient well

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this thatched guest house epitomises the flavour of Devon and is in keeping with a period style decor, with pretty, cosy rooms

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high quality, well-maintained guest rooms, an award-winning breakfast and a pretty cottage style garden feature at this welcoming guest house

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this elegant Georgian building is home to a delightfully decorated, luxuriously furnished B&B, located in a quiet, residential part of town

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fresh Cornish produce is featured on the extensive breakfast menu at this handsome 18th century house set between Looe and Liskeard

The Gannet Inn

Carbis Bay

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quirky interiors, boutique rooms and a relaxing, stylish restaurant and bar serving good food are to be found at this stylish accommodation

The Ness

Shaldon

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

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enjoy fine dining, utilising locally sourced produce, at this beautifully appointed, sea-front inn at the south end of spectacular Slapton Sands

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features three guest rooms furnished to a high standard that are set in a converted stable block separate from the main bar and restaurant

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set in a peaceful hamlet close to the north Cornish coast and coast path with individually decorated rooms and serving a hearty breakfast

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light, airy, well-presented rooms are offered at this friendly inn, a former hunting lodge, that is ideally placed for those who love the outdoors

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traditional, seafront guest accommodation offering well-appointed rooms, an award-winning breakfast and a cosy lounge bar with views

Kersbrook

Lyme Regis

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thatched, 18th century, Grade II listed cottage set in mature gardens, featuring individually furnished and traditionally decorated guest rooms

Applewood Hotel

Bournemouth

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Edwardian period features are complimented by a stylish, boutique finish throughout at this welcoming West Cliff accommodation

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a short walk from the town centre. this high quality B&B is highly rated for gorgeous, luxuriously appointed rooms and a superb breakfast

Cary Arms

Babbacombe

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for a special English Riviera holiday, here you'll find a traditional inn with the pampering comfort of a luxury spa hotel, in an outstanding spot

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within easy reach of the expansive, golden sands at Woolacombe, this cosy B&B offers generous continental and buffet breakfast options

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