The Ness

Nr. Teignmouth, Devon
Inn
+44 (0)1626 873480
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Per night
£61 - £196
Bedroom

12 rooms

Sleeps

Rooms sleep 2

Children welcome
Pets welcome
Babies welcome

The South West Coast Path passes by this waterfront pub on the Teign estuary. Come for fresh bedrooms, classic dishes and excellent walking

Per night
£61 - £196

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£61 - £196 per night

The Experience

Enjoy estuary views of Teignmouth from the wrap-around balcony and front lawn. Built in 1810 as the summer home of Lord Clifford, it’s rumoured he enlarged the family fortune smuggling goods via the secret tunnel just behind the pub.

Inside, it’s cosy and eclectic with interiors leaning into its maritime history. Expect dashes of heritage green, vintage photographs, fireside chairs to sink into and rugs on polished wooden floors. Interconnecting rooms include a fire-warmed snug and a popular conservatory dining room.

Twelve nautically themed bedrooms are split between the main house and an annexe. The best have private balconies and face the estuary, all are newly freshened up and come with gleaming en suites. The balcony and lawn are sunny spots for tucking into pub classics accompanied by the sound of lapping waves and boats pootling on the water.

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We think you'll love

  • Spending quite a lot of time gazing at those stunning watery views
  • Hopping on the coast path from the door
  • Enjoying a drink on your private balcony after a busy day walking the coast path and Dartmoor
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You should know

  • On-site parking is limited to five first-come, first-served spaces – it's a short walk to a paying car park (free 6pm-9am)
  • Dogs are allowed in two annexe rooms – please check when booking
  • Children are welcome – bunk beds and Z-beds available

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Spa
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Bar
  • Barbecue
  • Licensed premises
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Tennis court
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Accommodation

Pricing

Nightly price
from £61
12 Doubles
From £61

Information

Booking information

Dogs

Dogs welcome, max. 2, £15 per stay.

Meals
Starters from £8. Mains from £17. Desserts from £9.

Reviews

This handsome Georgian villa commands a glorious waterside setting and the wrought iron balconies (rooms and al fresco eating) make the most of estuary views towards Teignmouth. Stay in comfortable, nautically themed rooms, walk the coast path (it passes the door), explore rugged Dartmoor or the beaches of Torbay – Torquay is just seven miles away.
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Location

The neighbourhood

Take the Smugglers Tunnel to Ness Cove, a secluded and scenic shingle beach, or hop on the coastal path in either direction. An easy circular route takes you from Shaldon to Teignmouth in just over four miles. Visit Shaldon's Botanical Gardens, Paignton Zoo, Dawlish Warren Nature Reserve, ride a vintage steam train as it hugs the river Dart en route to Totnes. Walk for hours in wild Dartmoor.

Local points of interest from Vicky Nesbitt

  • Ness Cove Ness cove is a stunning secluded and picturesque beach just a stone’s throw away from The Ness. Enjoy a leisurely walk or a whole day of lounging and beach games when the weather allows! Distance from The Ness: 5 minutes walk.
  • Shaldon Botanical gardens Located in the seaside village of Shaldon, the botanical gardens host a variety of plants, flowers and features. Entry is free and the gardens are open 7 days a week. Distance from The Ness: 10 minutes walk.