The Captain's House
Bed and Breakfast in West Somerset District
3-Star Hotel
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more
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About this bed and breakfast
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and daily housekeeping, as well as towels and a picnic area. Other amenities include table tennis, an electric kettle, multilingual staff, and weekly housekeeping.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony or Patio
Family friendly
Map of West Somerset District
Available Rooms
Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Ground Floor)
1 Double
Sleeps 2
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Luxury Double Room, Ensuite
1 Double
Sleeps 2
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Double Room, Shared Bathroom
1 Double
Sleeps 2
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Standard Double Room, Ensuite
1 Double
Sleeps 2
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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom
2 Single
Sleeps 2
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Reviews
6.0
Lovely location. Captains house very pretty & clean but very basic
4.0
Breakfast was solid.
My gripe is that I booked a room with a private bathroom, but when I was shown the room I was told that the shower and the toilet were on the other side of the landing. No private bathroom even though I’d paid for one.
8.0
The owner were kind and friendly , The house and rooms were lovely and clean .
10.0
Very friendly hosts and a great location!
5.0
A interesting decor and owners were very nice
8.0
Lovely aspect, spotless room, would have preferred en suite bathroom, even though private bathroom on same landing. I stayed at top of prooerty in single room, personally found stairs a bit of a trial . Very quiet, can't comment on food as room only. Nice to have tea making facilities in room. Bed comfortable and warm.
Beautiful gardens outside, well appointed for stroll to beach and village.
2.0
Avoid. Found out, common knowledge in the town that 'he' has a terrible reputation; been up for sale for years-no wonder. Arrogant and insulting. Room full of faults.
8.0
Overall good all round
10.0
Excellent position to explore Watersmeet and Valley of the Rocks. Incredibile and breathtaking views never seen in my life!
The hotel has his peculiar Victorian style, which we absolutely loved! Super clean and tidy, everything in the hotel was looked after and very well maintained. Just perfect! I can't wait to come back here again
5.0
We really loved our stay , the hosts were very welcoming and breakfast was lovely. We enjoy staying somewhere with character and it definitely has that !and it was super clean .lynmouth is beautiful and there is plenty to do in the area we reckon the circular walk to Watersmeet and Countisbury and also the riding sun pub if you want a fancy meal
We would definitely stay again Thankyou 🙂
5.0
Lovely small room overlooking the river. The sound of the river flowing was relaxing and therapeutic.
The host was charming as well as his wife and son. I was upgraded which was another bonus.
8.0
Very nice location, scenic and peaceful but handy for local amenities
8.0
The views from this property is stunning
2.0
Too much money for very little.
2.0
Very old property. Pleasant owners, however furnishings ancient, only x2 . Bath towels, x2 of us,not changed during our x3 night stay, hotel staff “forgot “ to service out room on one day.Mismatched old bedding and towels,felt like they belonged in my grandparents era! The pillows were 2ins thick and solid! Low ceilings,couldn’t be helped.Breakfast was good.Don’t think I’d recommend Sorry
4.0
Very old property. Pleasant owners, however furnishings ancient, only x2 . Bath towels, x2 of us,not changed during our x3 night stay, hotel staff “forgot “ to service out room on one day.
Mismatched old bedding and towels,felt like they belonged in my grandparents era! The pillows were 2ins thick and solid! Low ceilings,couldn’t be helped.
Breakfast was good.
Don’t think I’d recommend
Sorry
4.0
The Captain’s House is set in a picturesque location. We stayed in the room which was accessed from the pretty garden via a spiral staircase. We were made to feel welcome from the time we arrived to the time we departed. The host was fully of local knowledge and pointed us to the places to visit.
The breakfast was fair and the room dated but this is what we expected and this added to the unique charm.
The only downside was the parking was not onsite but was along the lane next to the river and B&B, so once you had a spot to park, you couldn’t move your car, as spaces were sparse during the day.
Also Lynmouth was busy and all bars and restaurants were fully booked, so had to take chance by eating early outside.
There are great walks from the B&B to the Valley of the Rocks and following the river up the valley to Watersmeet, Rockford.
Would we stay again, yes is the answer.
2.0
The guy who runs the hotel is fine - just treat is little foibles with a pinch of salt. He’s old school, and is actually quite helpful regarding trip advice etc. The hotel itself is a stereotype of terrible British coastal bed and breakfasts. Damp smelling, fairly dirty, tiny rooms, outdated decor, no toiletries (and little toilet paper), horrible carpets, lumpy beds, leaky pipes etc. The ‘continental’ breakfast is cardboard toast and a limited range of cereals (i.e. a British breakfast from the 1970s); the full English breakfast is ok, but the sausages and egg aren’t great. North Devon isn’t a cheap place to stay of course, but at £140 per night this hotel is still not good value for money. Were it £70 per night it would be ok.
4.0
Family run business for over 30 years , lovely historic building right along the river lyn , Clifford the owner very helpful and knowledgeable about the history of the building and devon in general, we both had a lovely stay.
6.0
The B&B is in a lovely position next to the river. We had a brilliant view from our room. The decor and furnishings are very eclectic and some bizarre. The property could do with a declutter. Initially there was a mix-up with our booking and we were shown to the wrong room, so not a good start. Breakfast was served too late - we were walking SWCP and needed an early start.
5.0
Great 3 night stay. Comfortabke and clean. Lovely cooked vegetarian breakfast. Lovely hosts. Beautiful area. Would highly recommend
10.0
Great location
3.0
The room was small and needs updating. The en suite also needs updating The general areas were lovely. The breakfast was very disappointing. Cheap sausages, coffee, orange juice. It was inconsistent i had bacon and 2 egg's my husband had 1 egg no bacon. We had ordered a full English.
The place was clean. Not worth £120 for 1 night
5.0
Really nice stay. Cliff is a great host and Lynmouth is absolutely stunning. the BnB is in a lovely spot right by a beautiful flowing river. Delicious breakfast too.
3.0
Really picturesque place. Our room had a river view, which was beautiful. The host was very helpful with dinner and trips guidance.
3.0
Really great hotel with lots of character. Perfect location with very attentive host.
4.0
Even though short the time at the Captains House was lovely and perfect. I will want to stay longer next time.
10.0
Warm welcome and comfortable room
5.0
Beautiful rooms. Totally spotless . Loved it
5.0
Beautiful rooms. Totally spotless . Loved it
4.0
Lovely location, nice guesthouse, knowledgeable and friendly host, decent breakfast, everything clean and tidy.
Downsides were the thin walls and quite loud electric shower (though the water pressure was good!)
5.0
It was a lovely house, the beds were uncomfortable but that’s my only negative,
5.0
Clean, friendly, quaint, well situated, very good
5.0
Second time staying at the captains house. Owners very friendly. Beautiful setting. Room spacious and comfortable. Will be staying again.
5.0
Very good breakfast, lovely room with an amazing view of the river, very nice, accomodating staff. We loved the relaxing sound of the river in the evening and got an amazing night sleep. We'll be back.
5.0
Very good breakfast, lovely room with an amazing view of the river, very nice, accomodating staff. We loved the relaxing sound of the river in the evening and got an amazing night sleep. We'll be back.
5.0
The owners were so lovely & so knowledgeable of the area
5.0
The owners were so lovely & so knowledgeable of the area
5.0
We had an amazing 3 nights and very thankful for the advice of our host for some places to visit and see.
Great setting, easy to park and its was a wonderful place to stay with sounds of the river.
It's a traditional B&B/Guest house setup, owner operated, clean rooms, powerful shower and very comfortable.
I've seen some unsavourily reviews, I'd suggest take them with a pinch of salt, if you are expecting a London style hotel, then you are not going to get that here. But if you are looking to be welcomed into someones home, staying within a stones through of the river Lyn, a short walk from Watersmeet and the town, then this is for you.
Thankful to have found "The Captains House" and will return in the future, thank you!
4.0
The Captains House was very comfortable, the standard on suite room was on the small side but ample room for our stay. Cleanliness was to a high standard and the hosts very friendly and knowledgeable about the area . We would definitely stay again.
FAQs
How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in West Somerset District?
The average price for a rental in West Somerset District is $185 per night. This rental is $76 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Captain's House. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this bed and breakfast. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Captain's House pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Captain's House?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, balcony or patio, and family friendly.
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