Showing posts with label south west. Show all posts
Showing posts with label south west. Show all posts

Tuesday, 2 June 2026

Drake Hotel, Plymouth, Devon


Drake Hotel, Plymouth, Devon

Situated in the centre of Plymouth, The Drake Hotel offers comfortable and stylish accommodation just a two-minute walk from the famous Hoe Promenade, where visitors can enjoy spectacular views across Plymouth Sound. Combining historic character with modern comforts, the hotel provides an excellent base for exploring one of Devon's most vibrant coastal cities.

Originally built during the 1820s or 1830s as the private residence of a senior Royal Navy officer, The Drake Hotel retains many of its original architectural features. This rich heritage gives the property a distinctive character, allowing guests to enjoy a stay in a building that reflects Plymouth's strong maritime history.

The hotel offers 19 guest rooms arranged across four floors. While access is via traditional staircases and there is no lift, staff are always available to assist guests with their luggage, ensuring a warm and welcoming arrival experience.

All rooms have been refurbished to a high standard and are designed with comfort in mind. Guests can enjoy quality beds, modern furnishings and en-suite facilities, creating a relaxing environment after a day of sightseeing or business meetings. Room amenities include Smart televisions, complimentary Wi-Fi, USB charging sockets, tea and coffee-making facilities, hairdryers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms are serviced daily, with fresh towels available upon request.

Guests can also take advantage of the hotel's welcoming bar and lounge area, which serves a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages throughout the day and evening. For those wishing to enjoy dinner during their stay, meals are available at the nearby Invicta Hotel, The Drake's sister property, offering added convenience and dining options.

The hotel's central location places guests within easy reach of Plymouth's many attractions, including the historic Barbican, Plymouth Hoe, the National Marine Aquarium and a variety of shops, restaurants and waterfront walks. Whether visiting for a short city break, a business trip or a longer holiday exploring Devon and Cornwall, The Drake Hotel provides a comfortable and characterful place to stay.

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Tuesday, 11 August 2020

The Beaches Hotel, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset


The Beaches Hotel, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset

The Beaches Hotel at Weston-super-Mare is situated in an attractive seafront position opposite the beach lawns and the long sandy beach. It is an ideal base from which to explore Somerset and the West Country.

All of the well-appointed rooms have their own en suite facilities. The rooms also have a TV, tea and coffee making facilities, alarm clocks and free Wi-Fi. Family rooms are available with interconnecting doors, sleeping from 4 to 5 people.

A full English breakfast is served daily and special and vegetarian diets can also be catered for. High chairs for children are also available on request.

Weston-super-Mare, with its famous promenade, the Grand Pier and spacious beaches provides the most traditional of resorts and is ideal for touring the West Country. Excellent attractions to visit include:

Grand Pier.
The Helicopter Museum.
Weston Museum.
Sand Bay.
Brean Theme Park.

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Thursday, 30 July 2020

Lark Hill B&B, Hadspen, Castle Cary, Somerset


Lark Hill B&B, Hadspen, Castle Cary, Somerset

Lark Hill B&B offers homely B&B accommodation in a pretty part of Somerset, at Hadspen, near Castle Cary. The B&B is a great base from which to explore the many attractions and places of interest throughout the West Country, as well as being just a short drive from Shepton Mallet, Clarks Village in Street, Wells and the main roads to Bath and Bristol.

The B&B accommodation is completely self contained with its own entrance and provides guests with their own personal suite to relax in during their stay. The B&B accommodation includes a lovely double bedroom, well-appointed bathroom and a large, comfortable private sitting room with TV, radio and Wi-Fi connection. A second twin bedded room adjoining the suite can be made available if required. Children and sociable dogs welcome.

Breakfast is served in the family dining room or, if preferred, by arrangement in the private sitting room. Freshly laid Lark Hill eggs are a feature of the breakfasts as are other locally produced organic ingredients of a traditional English breakfast.

The guest suite is only a 10-minute drive from the A303 and is a great base for exploring the West Country. The several splendid eateries, galleries and gardens and National Trust properties to explore in the area make this a great choice for stopovers or lengthier stays. The area is also a delight to the travelling gourmet with excellent Somerset cheeses produced within five miles of Lark Hill. Local beef and lamb abound as do local ciders.

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Monday, 17 February 2020

High Orchard B&B, Maundown, Taunton, Somerset


High Orchard B&B, Maundown, Taunton, Somerset

High Orchard B&B offers charming accommodation on the Brendon Hills at Maundown. Located near Taunton and close to Exmoor and the Quantocks, the accommodation is ideally situated for walking or fishing holidays in nearby Clatworthy Reservoir.

The wonderful guest house is on a working sheep farm where the owners keep 400 breeding ewes and lambs. This is the perfect base for a rural retreat in a gorgeous countryside setting. 

Local attractions near to the bed and breakfast include the National Trust's Dunster Castle and Knightshayes Court at Tiverton, the West Somerset Steam Railway and of course the two breweries at Wiveliscombe Cotleigh and Exmoor Ale.

The small country town of Wiveliscombe with its unique shops and local pubs is also nearby. For fishermen and lovers of watersports, the accommodation is within easy reach of Clatworthy Reservoir and Wimbleball Lake.

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Monday, 3 February 2020

Seven Acre Corner B&B, Exmouth, Devon


Seven Acre Corner B&B, Exmouth, Devon

Seven Acre Corner B&B is situated on the edge of woodlands on a hill overlooking Exmouth with stunning panoramic sea views. The guest house in Devon is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of modern life.

The unique, architecturally designed lodge style house is set within seven acres. Boasting landscaped gardens and pastureland. From the rear of the property, you can enjoy incredible sea views. All of the rooms are tastefully furnished, with each enjoying its own artistic individuality. All the rooms come with a flat-screen TV/DVD player, hairdryer, selection of teas, cafetière coffee, biscuits and bottled water.

A delightful breakfast is served in the guest lounge/diner. The room also has a comfortable lounge suite and a large flat-screen TV/DVD player and full-sized pool table. A lovely place to relax and enjoy the sea view.

You can enjoy lots of beautiful walks starting from the front door onto Woodbury Common. 

Excellent attractions/activities in the area include:

The Donkey Sanctuary.
Dartmoor National Park.
Powderham Castle.
RHS Garden Rosemoor.
Greenway House.

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Tuesday, 26 February 2019

Kallacliff Hotel, Newquay, Cornwall


Kallacliff Hotel, Newquay, Cornwall

Kallacliff Hotel is situated on a cliff top with magnificent panoramic views of Newquay Bay and the stunning Cornish coastline. Our hotel is ideally placed for those wishing to explore the many attractions that the West Country has to offer.

The majority of our bright, comfortable and spacious bedrooms have beautiful sea views and en-suite facilities (showers). Double, twin, family and ground floor rooms are available. All are equipped with televisions, tea/coffee making facilities and hairdryers. 

Our attractive dining room has superb uninterrupted sea views, where we serve a full English breakfast. We also have a comfortable lounge and licensed bar, where you can relax and, if you wish, enjoy drinks and refreshments during the day or evening, with glorious views over the Atlantic.

The Cannon Cafe is now open for cream teas, sandwiches and light lunches available to enjoy with spectacular views and the comfortable seating makes our conservatory just the place to enjoy a drink and watch the sunset.

Peaceful walks along the coastal path can be enjoyed from the hotel and Porth and Tolcarne beaches can be reached after a 15-minute walk. Newquay’s rail station and lively town centre are also within 15 minutes’ walk of Kallacliff.

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Tuesday, 19 February 2019

Meneglaze Guest House, Shutta, East Looe, Cornwall


Meneglaze Guest House, Shutta, East Looe, Cornwall

Meneglaze Bed & Breakfast is situated at Shutta in Cornwall. Formerly a sea captain's house, built in 1860, this delightful bed and breakfast with free off-road guest parking offers modern comfort and style just 5 minutes easy walk from the centre of Looe. 

Included in the rates is; free parking, free Wi-Fi and twin USB plugs in each room with chargers provided. Use of a fridge and safe and homemade biscuits on arrival. Washing can be done if required. Flowers in the room and early morning call if needed.

Room 2 can be either a twin or a super king, please specify at the time of booking.

Our breakfasts are hearty and proudly Cornish! Homemade marmalades and jams and the finest (award-winning) Hog's Pudding are available each morning. Also local free range eggs, fresh mushrooms and tomatoes, the finest unsmoked back bacon and delicious tasty sausages. Most dietary requirements can be catered for, please advise in advance.

We are very close to Looe Railway Station and just a few minutes walk from the bridge with easy access to all that both East Looe and West Looe have to offer. Whether you are coming to Looe by train or by car, the Looe Valley Line linking Looe to the main line at Liskeard is itself something of an attraction and gives access to some of the finest walking and cycling country in the whole of Cornwall. 

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