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Accommodation > Bed and Breakfast > England > Devon > Umberleigh > Travellers Rest Old Church
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Umberleigh Travel and Heritage Information


Bed and Breakfast in Umberleigh, Devon


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Cobbaton , Chittlehampton
Umberleigh
Devon
England
EX37 9SD

Travellers Rest Old Church, Umberleigh

Accommodation Description:
Built in 1866, Travellers Rest Old Church now invites guests to relax in unique bed and breakfast style accommodation surrounded by unspoilt, open countryside. Original stone walls, stained glass windows, antique furnishings and a grand wooden staircase constructed from pews which once stood in the church are just some features that bring character to this magnificent building. So if you're looking for somewhere distinctive to stay, this attractive corner of North Devon is well worth a visit!

Built in 1866, Travellers Rest Old Church now invites guests to relax in unique bed and breakfast style accommodation surrounded by unspoilt, open countryside. Original stone walls, stained glass windows, antique furnishings and a grand wooden staircase constructed from pews which once stood in the church are just some features that bring character to this magnificent building. So if you're looking for somewhere distinctive to stay, this attractive corner of North Devon is well worth a visit! Three bedrooms and a childs room/den provide comfortable sleeping quarters for guests, consisting of the Blue Room suitable for families with a double and single bed, the Red Room which includes a four poster double bed, hidden ensuite bathroom facilities and first floor conservatory

All the rooms have been sympathetically restored to retain the original features of the church. The Church room/lounge with all its character and splendour invites guests to relax in truly comfortable surroundings, in front of a log fire on cooler evenings. In the dining area, where the altar once stood, you can now enjoy a freshly cooked breakfast from a vast menu suited to all tastes and optional evening meals cooked fresh to order - all food is homemade, locally sourced and organic where possible

Located on the premises guests will also find full size snooker room and outdoor seating area situated in a peaceful, rural setting, the Old Church enjoys wonderful south facing views over rolling countryside. Victorian gothic doors, a hand painted rood screen, leaded stone fireplace and panelled staircase are just some of the original features to see and enjoy when staying at Travellers Rest Old Church. Situated in the small hamlet of Cobbaton amid beautiful countryside, the Old Church lies within easy reach of the rugged North Devon Coastline, stunning beaches and Exmoor

There are several pretty towns and villages with fantastic award winning restaturants and boutique shops.

From: £35.00

Accommodation Rating: rating4 Self assessed

Room Facilities
Non-smoking
Hairdryer
DVD player
Colour television

Amenities
Non-smoking (throughout)
Lounge
Entertainment
DVD/Video/Games rental
BBQ/Picnic area

Parking
On-site parking

Business Facilities

Dining Facilities
In the dining area, where the altar once stood you can now enjoy a freshly cooked breakfast from a vast menu suited to all tastes and optional evening meals cooked fresh to order - all food is homemade, locally sourced and organic where possible.

Meals
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast (Full cooked)
Breakfast (Continental)

Child Facilities

Pet Policy
All pets

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Heritage Rated from 1- 5 (low-exceptional) on historic interest

 Nearest Attractions

Cobbaton Combat Collection - 0.5 miles (Museum) Heritage Rating

Satterleigh, St Peter's Church - 4.4 miles (Historic Church) Heritage Rating

Marwood Hill - 7.6 miles (Garden) Heritage Rating

Arlington Court - 8.2 miles (Historic House) Heritage Rating

Tapeley Park - 8.4 miles (Historic House) Heritage Rating

Rosemoor Garden - 9.4 miles (Garden) Heritage Rating

Braunton, St Brannock's Church - 9.7 miles (Historic Church) Heritage Rating

Parracombe, St Petrock's Church - 11.6 miles (Historic Church) Heritage Rating

Chambercombe Manor - 13.1 miles (Historic House) Heritage Rating

Clovelly Court Gardens - 18.7 miles (Garden) Heritage Rating



  Nearby Towns & Villages to Visit

Umberleigh - 2.3 miles away Heritage Rating

Barnstaple - 4.9 miles away Heritage Rating

Appledore - 9.7 miles away Heritage Rating

Braunton - 10.1 miles away Heritage Rating

Bideford - 10.3 miles away Heritage Rating

Westward Ho - 11 miles away Heritage Rating

Ilfracombe - 13.9 miles away Heritage Rating

Lynton - 14.5 miles away Heritage Rating

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Heritage Rated Bed and Breakfast Heritage Rating
Heritage Rated from 1- 5 (low to exceptional) on historic interest

We've 'tagged' this accommodation to help you find related historic attractions and learn more about major time periods mentioned in the description.

More about these Historic Time Periods:

Victorian

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Victorian (Time Period) - Victorian Gothic (Architecture) - Angelica Kauffmann (Person) -


Directions:
M5|Road|259|This is the North Devon Link Road (A361). Take it as far as Aller Cross Roundabout (Northgate Inn). Turn left towards South Molton. Drive into the town, past the Quince Honey Farm (on your right). 50 yards past the honey farm turn right into West Street signposted towards Torrington on the B3227 toward Umberleigh. Continue on this road for about five miles driving toward Chittlehampton and turn right towards the Cobbaton Combat Collection. Continue across the crossroads at Towns End and proceed.


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