The Red Lion

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Great location!

8.9

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Red Lion in Chulmleigh offers family rooms with private bathrooms, ensuring a pleasant stay. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, and shower. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy a variety of breakfast options, including continental, à la carte, and full English/Irish. Breakfast includes warm dishes and juice. The family-friendly restaurant serves lunch and dinner with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Leisure Facilities: The property features a terrace, bar, and restaurant. Free WiFi is available throughout the premises. Additional amenities include meeting rooms and a welcoming atmosphere. Local Attractions: Located 28 mi from Exeter International Airport, The Red Lion is near attractions such as Tiverton Castle (19 mi) and Castle Drogo (24 mi). Guests appreciate the excellent breakfast, room comfort, and attentive staff.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

  • Free Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Lloyd
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was very good pub wasn't open on the Monday and Tuesday No places food”
Christopher
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Unfortunately , although my booking included “free” breakfast , the solitary employee was not expecting me to breakfast on the first morning . He was deeply apologetic - so genuinely so that I pretended all I wanted was coffee and toast , which...”
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Wonderful town, staff are so friendly, especially the chef.”
John
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Glad I picked this place to stay. Good location for visiting West Devon & East Cornwall ( Just watch out for the tractors & delivery lorries down the narrow country lanes). The Red Lion is closed Mondays & Tuesdays but there is a second pub in...”
Kevin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff very helpful, Pub is closed on Monday and Tuesday, but there is one more pub in the village. Both do really good foord. Room met our expectations as we needed a central base to tour aroud Devon. Chulmleigh is a small village, but there are...”
Gill
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Booked here to see friends who live locally , room was beautifully furnished , breakfast was cooked especially for us and very tasty , staff very friendly”
Gail
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly locals, and pleasant atmosphere in the public area of the Red Lion.”
Cooper
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“On the first morning, we were sent to 'The Dairy' just across the road which was good considering the owner's wife was poorly & he was struggling on his own to provide food & drinks. We were the only guests staying at the time so we understood due...”
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Was made to feel very welcome, would highly recommend to anyone”
Richard
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Stayed in room 4, the bed & duvet are so soft, we slept great. Also the best shower at any accommodation we have stayed at. Had the vegetarian lasagne on arrival, superb. Breakfast was also great. Even though no vegetarian option on the menu they...”

Host Info

Company review score: 8.7Based on 56 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Nestled deep in the heart of Devon's beautiful countryside lays the small town of Chulmleigh. At its centre is the charming, recently refurbished 17th century Red Lion Hotel, Pub and Restaurant. Come inside the former coaching inn to enjoy real ales, fresh local food, friendly service, roaring open fires, and beautiful, comfortable and stylish accommodation. The Red Lion Inn is a traditional West Country pub with style, right in the heart of Chulmleigh. The historic pub presents a warm, friendly and inviting atmosphere. Known at the 'Pride of Chulmleigh. There are five superior, boutique style double and king rooms, some with four poster beds, All rooms are ensuite. On the door step, is some seriously beautiful scenery, with walks, riding, golf, shooting, fishing and to the north surfing beaches.

Neighborhood info

Nestled deep in the heart of Devon's beautiful countryside lays the small town of Chulmleigh. At its centre is the charming, recently refurbished 17th century Red Lion Hotel, Pub and Restaurant.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Red Lion

Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night
Crib upon request
£5 per child, per night
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per person, per night

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

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