The Captain's House

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Luxury Double Room, Ensuite (Garden and River View)
Miscellaneous
Dining
Luxury Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1 Tors Road, Lynmouth, England, EX35 6ET
  • Place, Exmoor National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Blacklands Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lynton and Lymouth Cliff Railway
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Ground Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Double Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (with Put you Up)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Double Room, Ensuite (Garden and River View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Single Room, Private Bathroom, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Lynmouth

Located within a 5-minute walk of Blacklands Beach, The Captain's House is within a 15-minute stroll of Lynton and Lymouth Cliff Railway. This 9-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free self parking and a terrace.

What's nearby

  • Exmoor National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Blacklands Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lyn & Exmoor Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lynton and Lymouth Cliff Railway - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Glen Lyn Gorge - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Minehead Station - 25 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cliff Top Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Esplanade Fish & Chips - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hunters Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Ancient Mariner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Crown Hotel - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Captain's House

At The Captain's House, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor tennis court, and a terrace. A stay here includes free parking. A multilingual staff is on hand to help with luggage storage, and offer sightseeing advice. Additional amenities include barbecue grills and a picnic area.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor tennis court.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

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  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Captain's House B&B Lynmouth
Captain's House Lynmouth
The Captain's House Lynmouth, Devon
The Captain's House Lynmouth
The Captain's House Guesthouse
The Captain's House Guesthouse Lynmouth

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around The Captain's House?

Located steps from Blacklands Beach, this guesthouse is in Lynmouth, and within a 10-minute walk of Lynton and Lymouth Cliff Railway and Lyn & Exmoor Museum. You'll also find Glen Lyn Gorge and Lynton Cinema less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Captain's House?

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Captain's House on Jun 9, 2026 start from $132, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at The Captain's House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Captain's House include a casino at the property?

No, The Captain's House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Captain's House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is The Captain's House good for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like an outdoor tennis court plus some accommodations include river views and free WiFi.

Are there hot tubs at The Captain's House?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Captain's House have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Captain's House offers breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will The Captain's House allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at The Captain's House.

Are there connecting rooms at The Captain's House?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Captain's House?

The closest major airport to The Captain's House is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is about 24.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Captain's House?

No, there aren't any accommodations at The Captain's House that offer a balcony.

The Captain's House Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 163 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent location

The room was very comfortable and the owners really helpful and friendly. The food was very good. The owners were so well informed about the area which was really very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We only stayed the 1 night but fell in love with the place. Cream teas were wonderful and the host was friendly and made you feel welcome
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel very quirky and quaint. It was like Stepping back in time, intentionally that way. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will certainly stay there again. Owner and his wife couldn't have been any nicer and always ready to help and very knowledgeable about the surrounding areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Callum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly hosts and a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Captains house .

Nice friendly hosts , very helpful supply a safe place to park my motor bike
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Step back in time

The B&B is very dated but our stay was pleasant and quiet. The room upstairs overlooking the river was a bonus. The toilet and shower room was adjacent to our room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J

Weather was great, and the service and hospitality was great. Clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous and impeccsble service. Proprietor was most helpful in accommodating my requests.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Blake Jules

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location, scenic and peaceful but handy for local amenities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner were kind and friendly , The house and rooms were lovely and clean .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jenny

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, old fashioned and kooky b&b. Some things need updating e.g carpet in the bathroom and a damp smell. The included breakfast is described as ‘continental’ but consists of toast and cereal with a £10 cooked breakfast option. Hosts are very friendly and chatty and have great recommendations of activities and places to eat as well as offering a £5 per person cream tea. Overall enjoyed our stay and would come again maybe to a different room as we stayed in the accessible ground floor room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mr Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

OK for a short stay

We stayed for 2 nights. The Captain's House was adequate for our needs. The owners were very pleasant and made us welcome. The breakfast included was cereal, yoghurt and toast - cooked breakfast was extra. Our room was small with a shower and toilet across the corridor shared with other guests if there are any, there was no one else on our floor. The room was quite small. I have slept in more comfortable beds; the pillows could do with being replaced. Parking limited.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Madeline

Disliked: Amenities
Lovely location. Captains house very pretty & clean but very basic
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fun

A interesting decor and owners were very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Character and charm

We really loved our stay , the hosts were very welcoming and breakfast was lovely. We enjoy staying somewhere with character and it definitely has that !and it was super clean .lynmouth is beautiful and there is plenty to do in the area we reckon the circular walk to Watersmeet and Countisbury and also the riding sun pub if you want a fancy meal We would definitely stay again Thankyou 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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6/10 Okay

Terry

Experience call me. I'm going up two notches the 7th and the 8th but when we got there it was only one I cooked so you combed me
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall good all round
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely B&B

Lovely small room overlooking the river. The sound of the river flowing was relaxing and therapeutic. The host was charming as well as his wife and son. I was upgraded which was another bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANTONELLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent position to explore Watersmeet and Valley of the Rocks. Incredibile and breathtaking views never seen in my life! The hotel has his peculiar Victorian style, which we absolutely loved! Super clean and tidy, everything in the hotel was looked after and very well maintained. Just perfect! I can't wait to come back here again
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely aspect, spotless room, would have preferred en suite bathroom, even though private bathroom on same landing. I stayed at top of prooerty in single room, personally found stairs a bit of a trial . Very quiet, can't comment on food as room only. Nice to have tea making facilities in room. Bed comfortable and warm. Beautiful gardens outside, well appointed for stroll to beach and village.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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4/10 Poor

Geoffrey

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was solid. My gripe is that I booked a room with a private bathroom, but when I was shown the room I was told that the shower and the toilet were on the other side of the landing. No private bathroom even though I’d paid for one.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Avoid. Found out, common knowledge in the town that 'he' has a terrible reputation; been up for sale for years-no wonder. Arrogant and insulting. Room full of faults.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness

Avoid this place.

On arrival STRAIGHT AWAY we were asked to PAY for hot breakfast for an additional £10pp, if we WANTED anything Hot - which we thought we already had in the B&B booking. HE SAID the continental was included! * His continental was "TOAST and cereal " thats it*! with a very very small orange juice and tea/coffee. This man lives in coocoo land! ( We were expecting crossiants/cheese ham pastries etc etc.. Not a chance.) He is very odd and very ecentric! The room we had was unfortunately an attic room ( we wearnt told this on booking and it wasnt mentioned or we wouldnt have booked it.). The room was tiny and the so called en-suite.. well... you can stand in it and your shoulders will touch each side of the walls and had to back into the toilet area as cant turn around. The Shower was very small and you couldnt stand in the bathroom to be able to dry yourself, litrally had to go into the bedroom via the very loud SQUEEKY DOOR to be able to do that. It Said toiletries included - NONE THERE AT ALL.( we always take our own anyway). There were NO Glasses to be able to have our own drink(s), had to ask following day. Reluctant to give them. The house and Room decor and the bedding is way out of date.. talking cream lamp shades with tassles on and old fashioned bedding and carpets and curtains. Said there was FREE Parking advertised on booking - NONE ! HAD TO PARK 600 Yrds away and Pay ! DONT STAY HERE ! ITS AWFUL. 22/08/2025- 25-3-2025. AND DONT HAVE A CREAM TEA! Small shop bought.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Juli

Liked: Staff & service
Nichts für Hausstauballergiker, die Unterkunft hat einen altbachernen, urigen Charme. Nette Inhaber.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

MR P A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views from this property is stunning
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021