South West England Seaside Bed & Breakfasts Guide

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


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a homely, terraced guesthouse offering stylish, comfortable accommodation and where each room has a small fridge for guests' use

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with the accent firmly on children's facilities - games toys etc - this traditional guest house also has shared kitchens for guests use

Higher Moor Farm

Nottington

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accommodation in well-appointed, boutique-style chalets is offered at this friendly campsite set in a tranquil spot, 3 miles from Weymouth

The Commodore

Paignton

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seafront, room only accommodation with well-presented guest rooms, many with sea views, and the added benefit of shared kitchen facilities

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in beautiful Dorset near Lulworth Cove, a picturesque thatched cottage offers a spacious annex room with a seating area and secluded garden

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Victorian townhouse retaining original features - high ceilings, staircase, marble fireplace - with comfy rooms equipped with small kitchenette

Boho Beach House

Bournemouth

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featuring elegantly furnished, boutique-style rooms, this recently refurbished guesthouse is close to many of the towns attractions

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former guests have praised these well-presented beach cabins, both for the luxurious extras and of course for the fabulous location on the beach

Frogwell

Strete

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just a 15 minute stroll from stunning Blackpool Sands, this charming guesthouse offers prettily furnished rooms and a large, floral garden

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conveniently located for Castle Beach, Pendennis Castle and the Maritime Museum; start the day with a breakfast featuring local produce

Smallicombe Farm

Northleigh

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70 acre working farm set amidst scenic countryside ideally located for Honiton and the Jurassic Coast; bedrooms are cosy and well-presented

Southford House

Dartmouth

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within easy reach of the town's many delightful attractions, this pretty hill-side accommodation features well-presented, bright and airy rooms

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a short walk from the River Dart ferries, this historic, Grade II-listed townhouse is home to a peaceful, relaxed and elegantly furnished B&B

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the functional modern rooms are smart and very well-equipped for comfort and convenience, with a mini fridge, microwave and more

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a luxurious B&B in a prime location, a few steps from the gorgeous sandy beach, with exhilarating sea views from each stylish room

Chy Bre

Truro

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exceptionally well-presented rooms and thoughtful extras make this elegant modern home a great choice for an enjoyable stay in Truro

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these stylish, immaculately presented rooms and a one bedrooms house form part of the owners artist studio and lie in a small hamlet on the A30

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offering an on site parking service for those using Bristol Airport, this modern guest house offers comfortable accommodation

The Nags Head

Lyme Regis

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traditional, community pub offering comfortable, well presented rooms - some with scenic views - situated 6 minutes walk from the town centre

The Wilton

Weymouth

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offers simple, comfortable rooms and an apartment, with the added bonus of a handy location being moments from the sandy beach

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this traditional guest house provides compact, simple accommodation with a home-from-home, relaxed atmosphere

Parkside

Poole

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good-value, room-only accommodation, close to places to eat and the Dolphin Shopping Centre

The Gate

Trelaske

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in beautiful rolling countryside between Looe and Polperro, this large house offers stylish rooms and studios, most with a balcony

The Barley House

Plymouth

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set in a residential part of town with a relaxed, home-from-home ambiance, and offering simple, comfortable rooms

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200 year-old flint cottage, ideally positioned for the village centre and the beach, providing flexible, well-appointed accommodation

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located just over a mile from Anstey's Cove beach and near the town centre also, cosy affordable accommodation with comfy beds

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warm and welcoming guest house, owned by the same family since 1949, overlooking Hoe Park offering simple, good value rooms

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tucked away in peaceful countryside yet only a 10-minute drive from the bustling centre of Penzance, whilst St. Ives is a 20-minute drive away

The Creamery

Dobwalls

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in a village not far from the market town of Liskeard, charming annex accommodation with kitchen facilities and overlooking a pretty garden

The Engine Shed

St. Georges

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come and go as you please at this self-contained property comprised of a twin bedroom, modern en-suite bathroom and a pretty garden patio

Railway Cottage

Swanage

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a homely guesthouse providing simple, traditional accommodation with a fridge for guests' use and close to the famous Swanage Steam Railway

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within easy reach of Bristol Airport, a no frills, accommodation providing compact, simple rooms, some boasting original period features

Weyside House

Weymouth

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"great value for money" and "clean and comfy" are just a couple of the favourable comments from previous guests of this cosy guesthouse

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charmingly renovated one bedroom barns set around a courtyard in rolling farmland, well-located for major attractions and the coast

No. 5 Durley Road

Bournemouth

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a choc-o-holic haven ideally located for the beach and town centre, there are stylish, chocolate-themed rooms and chocolate-themed events

Ranscombe House

Brixham

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dating from 1750, this former Sea Captain's home provides comfortable and stylish accommodation just 5-minutes walk from the harbour

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family-run accommodation situated within a 5-minute walk of the station and just a little further to restaurants and bars and two beaches

Fairmount Hotel

Bournemouth

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good-value accommodation, ideal for those looking for a flexible stay situated just 5 minutes walk from the town centre and beach

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simple style rooms are offered at this relaxing accommodation as well as a Surf Shack for storing surfboards, kites, wetsuits and bikes

The Sands

Paignton

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traditional accommodation in a pleasant location near the beach - many rooms have sea views - and within walking distance of the town centre

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relax in the riverside bar and sleep well in the comfortable rooms of this friendly inn in the heart of Truro, just 100 yards from Truro Cathedral

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