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Exmoor National Park EX31 4QX, England
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“A great find - worth the journey”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012
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I have stayed at the Woody Bay Hotel several times and it does not disappoint. The journey from London is long but as soon as tea is poured on the verandah and you take in the view and peace and quiet, you fall under the Woody Bay spell. The hotel is run by a very friendly couple Martin & Collette with breakfast and dinner being cooked to order, but always on time. The food is delicious, plentiful and locally sourced. The wine list has good choices at reasonable cost. There are lots of walks in the area plus the hidden gem of a beach waterfall nearby. Plenty to do just a short car journey away and all the views are spectacular. By the time you have a full day out and return for dinner and a good bottle of wine you are ready to float into bed to rise again the following morning. The hotel is very clean and comfortable and has been slowly undergoing refurbishment so the odd spot of shabbiness still visible but all part of the charm of this lovely Victorian building.

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  • Stayed March 2011, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Exeter, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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“Perfection!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2011

Fabulous two days. Lovely accommodation-relaxed,clean and comfortable. Delicious food and delightful location. Will return.

  • Stayed May 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Kent
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Wonderful food and welcome.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2011
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Back for a return visit in April.
Very quiet location with lovely views across the bay to Wales. Food is absolutely wonderful and we can't understand why it isn't packed out with visitors, especially gourmets and walkers. Close to Exmoor and to North Devon Coastal Path, it's a lovely spot to unwind.
Rooms and bathrooms are modern and comfortable.
Martin and Collette are the perfect hosts, friendly and accommodating.

We're looking forward to a return visit.

  • Stayed April 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom
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“A hidden gem of a hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2010

Just had to write a few words on this fantastic little place. If you want a romantic weekend with lots of amazing scenery to visit (and just look out of the hotel at) this is the place.

Have stayed here twice, both times in one of the front facing rooms with the four poster beds. My tip is to leave your window open if the weather permits and be serenaded by the many owls in the woods surrounding the site. It's a real experience!

  • Stayed November 2009, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Fareham, Hampshire
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“Wonderful ...”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2010

...... that's all you can say. Location, food, views, room, wine list, hosts,company and even the weather (6th to 10th April). This place is great in Spring - we will be back during the other seasons just to check them out as well ! This small hotel was a great find.

  • Stayed April 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Address: Exmoor National Park EX31 4QX, England
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