The Smugglers Rest
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About this property
Historic Setting: The Smugglers Rest in Mortehoe offers a unique stay within a historic building. Guests enjoy a lounge, evening entertainment, and balconies with stunning views. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, walk-in showers, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include tea and coffee makers, hairdryers, and sofa beds. Dining Experience: The on-site restaurant serves dinner with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Breakfast includes continental and full English/Irish selections. Activities and Location: Guests can enjoy water sports, fishing, windsurfing, canoeing, cycling, and diving. Rockham Beach is less than 0.6 mi away, while Bull Point Lighthouse is 1.2 mi distant. Exeter International Airport is 65 mi from the property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Tamsin
United Kingdom
“The breakfasts were amazing, and the hosts were very helpful.” - Niall
United Kingdom
“The unerringly helpful attitude of all the team, the well-thought-out room, the smashing food” - Claire
United Kingdom
“Modern and Hip, family orientated. Great music & food. Was clean rooms and very friendly. Great walks.” - Claire
United Kingdom
“Room was perfect. Nice size shower and bed very comfortable. Family feel and Kingsley the dog was so lovely. Breakfast was excellent! Very polite staff we liked the food so much booked an evening meal.” - Gabby
United Kingdom
“LOVED the breakfast, choice was abundant and meals arrived fairly quickly. Breakfast was amazing! The owners Will & Stacey were super friendly and accommodating where possible. Late check in wasn't an issue. Request of a Birthday candle in the...” - Jack
United Kingdom
“Everything was perfect, couldn't have asked for a better stay! The hosts were so welcoming, everything was spotless, the food was great! Honestly had the best time!” - Garrett
New Zealand
“Staff were friendly, accommodating and had a wonderful sense of fun. our room was comfortably furnished and immaculately clean. And our English Breakfast, included with our room, was the best we’ve eaten.” - Leigh
United Kingdom
“Loved our stay at Smugglers Rest. Will and Stacey made us feel so welcome and at home. Would highly recommend” - Stephanie
United Kingdom
“Lovely room (exmoor) and fantastic friendly hosts. Dinner was amazing, and the breakfast choice was really good. Despite the heatwave outside the property remained a reasonable temperature” - Sharon
United Kingdom
“The owners Will and Stacey were so attentive and really helpful, they knew the area well and advised some good places to go to like Rosemoor and Croyde bay and which local pubs to go to. They definitely went above and beyond to make our stay...”
Host Info
Property info
Neighborhood info
Language Spoken
EnglishArea info
Restaurants
- Miss Feas Bistro
- Open forDinner
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Amenities of The Smugglers Rest
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
Outdoors
- BBQ facilities
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Evening entertainment
- Water sports facilities on site
- Diving
- Cycling
- Canoeing
- Windsurfing
- Fishing
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Food & Drink
- Kids' meals
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
ParkingNo parking available.
Services
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Room service
General
- Smoke-free property
- Carpeted
- Heating
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
- English
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.


The fine print
Please inform The Smugglers Rest of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.