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Watersmeet
Woolacombe, Devon
'The location is stunning, with views of the Devon coast with its sandy beaches and tumbled rocks,' writes a reader delighted by this family-friendly hotel.
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'The location is stunning, with views of the Devon coast with its sandy beaches and tumbled rocks,' writes a reader delighted by this family-friendly hotel. A former Edwardian gentleman's retreat, it has pools indoors and out, and steps down from the garden to secluded Combesgate beach. The cheapest room has no window, but air conditioning and a sunpipe to channel natural light. The best suites have a sea-view balcony or terrace, an espresso machine, comfy seating. Each has its own style, with a mix of contemporary and period furnishings. 'My spacious, comfortable room had huge windows and the spectacular view.' The staff are 'charming, friendly and helpful'. You can eat outside or in the dining room, which offers sea views as well as a menu including dishes such as Exmoor beef sirloin, or parsnip, blue cheese and kale Wellington. For more options visit the bistro. 'Breakfasts were sheer joy. They know how to scramble eggs, and the smoked salmon with them was excellent.' Returning readers just keep wanting to go back: 'We are already planning a further stay next year.' (Ann Lawson Lucas, Graham Fisher)
Hotel Details
Address
Mortehoe, Woolacombe, Devon, EX34 7EB, England
Telephone
Bedroom
28. 3 on ground floor, 1 suitable for wheelchair user.
Openings
all year, except Jan.
Background Music
in public areas.
Children
all ages welcomed, extra bed £55, family rooms.
Dogs
not allowed.
Prices
B&B doubles from £270. À la carte £65.
Facilities
lift, lounge, snug, restaurant, in-room TV, civil wedding licence, function facilities, terrace, ½-acre garden, indoor and heated outdoor swimming pools, steam room, treatment room, EV charging, restaurant wheelchair accessible, adapted toilet.
Location
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