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Devon B&B guesthouses come in all shapes, sizes and settings. Choose a cosy Plymouth guest house B&B, there's lots located right near Plymouth Sound and Plymouth centre. Choose a Victorian character B&B in central Exeter, handy for the gothic cathedral and shops, or opt for delightful old renovated fisherman's cottage B&Bs on Devon's splendid coast. All the main seaside resorts of Devon such as Torquay, Brixham, Paignton, Babbacombe, Ilfracombe and Woolacombe offer a host of Devon B&B guesthouses, perfect for romantic weekend getaways in Devon or family holiday breaks!
Iknow-Devon is a comprehensive online directory of accommodation with a specific sections for Bed & Breakfasts and Guest House accommodation (often shortened to B and B, B&B, BnB or even BB). Pictures to the left are linked to take you through to bed and breakfast listings in different regions of Devon from Torquay to Plymouth. Alternatively you can start your search by using the main navigation above.B&B Guest Houses in Devon
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Bed and Breakfast Devon
Bed and Breakfast accommodation usually incorporates guest houses, farmhouses and inns and the emphasis in B&B guesthouses is quality and guest care. The difference between guest houses and hotels that provide a bed and breakfast service is connected with additional services provided by the hotel. In Guest Houses the emphasis is personal and individual service for guests. Size will be smaller, and prices will always be good value, and rather than lots of facilities and a more standardised service you'll get friendly, usually family run accommodation with the owners often on hand to offer extra information and advice on the local area. There's ample choice of B&Bs in Devon. Check out the choice of family run Torquay B&B guesthouses, or stay in family friendly Paignton or choose a luxury B&B in South Hams near the estuary or move to the North Devon and popular Ilfracombe and Woolacombe for Devon B&Bs aplenty. Expect hearty Full English Breakfasts and often evening meal services.
The advantages of Bed & Breakfast accommodation is in the name, fully inclusive breakfast to set you up for your day of sight seeing, seaside fun or whatever activity on your agenda. Most guest houses and hotels offer a B&B service, with discounts for singles and often discounts for longer stays of 3 nights or more. Watch out for special themed B&B Devon breaks such as turkey and tinsel breaks in Ilfracombe or stag and hen weekend breaks in Torquay! Many B&Bs offer large family rooms and good facilities and amenities for children, especially in the popular Devon seaside resorts on the English Riviera, check out Babbacombe B&Bs - superb, or how about walking, cycling or climbing breaks in Dartmoor. A choice of Devon B&Bs can be found around the Dartmoor Way hotspots of Okehampton, Ashburton and Tavistock. Walking the South West Coast Path? You'll find a choice of Devon B&Bs along this superb coastal walkway.
Worth checking out when considering Bed & Breakfast accommodation are the following: What about singles - is there a supplement for single occupancy? Advise host of arrival time - if you're running late let them know as they may re-let the room. Departure times are usually straight after breakfast. Cancellations usually result in loss of deposits. Availability of evening meals varies - ask and if not, find out where local restaurants and pubs are located. Also check for provision of en-suite bathroom facilities, smoking policy, are children welcome? Are pets welcome? Are there private parking facilities? Devon does well on dog friendly B&Bs, and with lots of great walking in Devon it's the perfect choice of holiday for both you and your pet!
Devon B&B Restaurants with Rooms
A growing trend is the increasing number of restaurants which now offer a B&B guest house service, offering a small number of rooms. This is great news, as you can enjoy your good 'knees up', and then tottor upstairs to your room! Check out the choice in cultural centres such as Exeter where you'll find a few restaurant guesthouses with rooms, or indeed Plymouth and the South Hams area. We're talking luxury B&Bs here, with the odd four poster as standard. Devon restaurants with rooms are the perfect romantic Devon getaway.
You'll find many superb restaurants in Devon offering this service, often ones which have established reputations in offering the finest cuisine prepared by renowned chefs and are located in historic buildings, some dating back to the 16th century. Find restaurants in idyllic coastal Devon locations like Sidmouth. B&B guest houses in Devon make perfect venues for the leisure visitor, and many are idyllically located in the Devon countryside and interior.
Guests return to the same venues again and again, building up friendships with owners. Hearty breakfasts, individual service, unique style, superb country or coastal settings, personal advice and tourism tips are all a part of the guest house experience. Food is usually homemade and sourced from local produce, which is superb in Devon with it's host of farmers markets, organic produce and a choice of real ales. Your never a number in a guest house! You'll find a few off shore islands in Devon too, for ultimate luxurious B&B service. Check out Lundy Island for the ultimate in island guest house service, and a uniquely different B&B Devon Break.
Devon Bed and Breakfast Choice, Booking & Pricing
Booking in advance is recommended and deposits may be required. Some B&Bs only accept 2-3 night bookings, or a minimum of 2 night bookings at weekends and peak periods. Many will just do a one night. Often Bed and Breakfast accommodation is located in the owner's home, with several bedrooms available.
Devon offers a choice of Farmhouse B&B guesthouse, as you'd expect in such a choice rural UK county. Stay in the heart of the Devon Countryside in usually family run, friendly working Devon farmhouses, great for the kids as farmhouse B&B usually have acres of rural surrounds to romp in and a chance to meet some of the farm animals! Many Devon Hotels, particularly the smaller hotels offer B&B services with a guesthouse feel. Find these particularly in holiday hotspots like Torquay, Paignton, Ilfracombe, Sidmouth and Dartmoor. Take a B&B Devon Golf break why not, or sample some of the superb luxury leisure facilities including swimming pools and spas in some of Devon's hotel B&Bs.
Pricing for B&B accommodation is usually 'PER PERSON', based on two people sharing a twin or double room per night. Cheaper rates, a couple of pounds cheaper, are often available if you stay for two or three nights. Be aware of seasonal variations in pricing. Obvious peak seasons are summer, school holidays, Easter breaks, and Christmas festive season. B and B accommodation is inclusive of bed & breakfast only. Evening meals are often an option by arrangement. It's your choice whether to eat in or out. Short stay options suited to the customer, either one night stays or weekend breaks. A cheaper price as compared to a package which also includes evening meal. Usually a choice of breakfast options, including Full English breakfast which usually consists of bacon, egg, sausages, fried tomato and bread, tea or coffee, cereals and fruit juices. Expect that sumptuous Devon local produce, and look to the South Hams area particularly for superb vegetarian, vegan and organic food in B&B guesthouses!
Diamond ETC, RAC & AA Rating system - Devon UK
The Diamonds scheme has been specially devised to rate guest houses and bed and breakfasts which don't offer the standard facilities usually provided by a hotel, although some guest houses do offer extras like small function rooms, perfect for small wedding or christening parties or a friends gathering. Some will also be licensed and offer a small bar and lounge area to guests, which may include games and occasionally in-house entertainment.Guest houses will always be smaller than hotels, but this is part of the charm and attraction to many who seek a more informal and individual setting. What can make guest houses distinct is the fact that unlike hotels they may not offer an evening meal service. However, especially in resort areas, many B&B Guest Houses will offer an evening meal option which will not be inclusive in the price. As with star ratings, the diamond rating system has now been standardised across the ETC, RAC and AA rating board. This means, for example, that a three diamond RAC rating reflects the same standards of service and facilities as an ETC or AA rating.
All diamond ratings offer a minimum standard of service and facilities which include clean, comfortable, and secure accommodation, and fully equipped bedrooms. All bedding, decor and furniture in rooms will be a high standard, and of course bedding, towels and so forth will be changed for the arrival of each new guest, and/or weekly at least if guests are staying for a long period. All curtains and blinds will function well and lighting, comfy seating and clothes storage such as a wardrobe will be standard. Expect clean and comfortable carpets and rugs, plus a high standard of cleanliness for bathrooms, and toilet areas, with fresh toiletries always provided. Adequate heating will be provided at no extra cost, and extra heating available at no extra cost if requested. Hot water will be available at appropriate times and a hearty breakfast with choice usually, although some may only offer continental style breakfasts, will be offered to guests. Some B&B guest houses only display room rates only, and full English breakfasts and so forth may have to be paid for separately.
The Diamond Rating scheme for B&B Guest houses runs from one diamond to five diamonds, with five representing the highest luxury standard of service and facilities. Diamond ratings are awarded for standards of cleanliness, service and hospitality and areas such as bedroom facilities, bathrooms with showers and toilets and the quality of food and dining room service. All public rooms such as lounges, bar areas and games rooms are judged for safety and security and general cleanliness, appearance and standard of upkeep. Percentage scores are awarded based on consideration of cleanliness & Quality, rated from 1-5 diamonds. 1 Diamond reflects a Standard Quality - scoring between 20% and 34% on the above. 2 Diamonds reflects Standard Quality - scoring between 35% and 49% on the above. 3 Diamonds is a Good Quality achieved - scoring between 50% and 69% on the above. 4 Diamonds is High Quality achieved - scoring between 70% and 84% on the above. 5 Diamonds is Outstanding Quality scoring of 85% and more and achieving the highest quality in the above. Red Diamond awards signify the highest quality within each. B&B Guest Houses Yorkshire B&B Guest Houses Northwest B&B Guest Houses in the Lake District
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