Yeoldon House

'A vista of gardens and a fine view of the River Torridge' greets visitors to Jennifer and Brian Steele's 18th-century gabled house which they run as a small country hotel. The decor is traditional: suitcases on the stairs, old stained glass, lots of artefacts, 'a bit over-decorated with knick-knacks'. The bedrooms vary in size and style: 'Ours, Kingsley, was a beautiful square space; windows on two sides; glistening linen, an antique dressing table. A balcony opened to a river view. The lighting was good; the small bathroom lacked storage space. We liked the personal letter of welcome.' The Steeles tell us there is now a new bathroom with lots of storage space. Brian Steele's cooking is 'the important strength' in the river-facing restaurant, Soyer's, which is 'deservedly popular with locals'. His short menus have 'exquisitely cooked local fare (sea bass, pork belly, rack of lamb) served with old-world courtesy'. Typical dishes: ham hock, mustard and parsley terrine, apple and cider brandy chutney; chump of West Country lamb, parsnip and horseradish mash. Breakfast is 'equally sumptuous: local sausage, black pudding and so much else'. The North Devon Coastal Path passes the house. (Canon Michael Bourdeaux, and others)

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We are offering a special wedding package for 50 guests on off peak dates in 2013. Includes exclusive use of Yeoldon House,  lounge for your civil ceremony,  a reception drink, half bottle of Proprietor's Reserve, glass of Proseco for toasts, three-course meal and coffee, finger buffet, £4,000.

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  • A superb hotel The decor on the stairs and landing looks like something out of an Agatha Christie novel but don't be fooled, this is a class act. Our room was the Crow's Nest at the top of a long flight of stairs with it's own balcony and a glorious view over the Torridge estuary. Although not big, the room was extremely comfortable. The food was faultless. the tenderest duck breast I have ever tasted. There were plenty of vegetables, an area I find often neglected by hotels. Breakfast was good too, good fruit salad and excellent pancakes.

    Peter Anderson, 27/04/2013

  • Fine location. Warm welcome. Our spacious room was beautiful; its balcony had a river view; the lighting was good. Bathroom a little small with not enough shelf space. Dinner was a sumptuous spread; generous breakfast too. With the GHG voucher it was wonderful value.

    Michael Bourdeaux, 11/06/2012

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Save 20% on our Wedding Package

We are offering a special wedding package for 50 guests on off peak dates in 2013. Includes exclusive use of Yeoldon House,  lounge for your civil ceremony,  a reception drink, half bottle of Proprietor's Reserve, glass of Proseco for toasts, three-course meal and coffee, finger buffet, £4,000.

To benefit from this offer, please mention The Good Hotel Guide. 

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Discount Vouchers

This hotel accepts the following discount vouchers:

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    These entitle readers to a 10% discount off their normal B&B rate for a single night's stay

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  • Book vouchers

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Save 20% on our Wedding Package

We are offering a special wedding package for 50 guests on off peak dates in 2013. Includes exclusive use of Yeoldon House,  lounge for your civil ceremony,  a reception drink, half bottle of Proprietor's Reserve, glass of Proseco for toasts, three-course meal and coffee, finger buffet, £4,000.

To benefit from this offer, please mention The Good Hotel Guide. 

Contact Details

Yeoldon House

Durrant Lane, Northam Bideford Devon England EX39 2RL

Telephone

01237 474400

Website

www.yeoldonhousehotel.co.uk

Discount Vouchers

This hotel accepts discount vouchers which entitle readers to a 10% discount off their normal B&B rate for a single night's stay

Further Information

Bedrooms

10.

Open

all year except 22-31 Dec, restaurant closed midday and Sun evening.

Facilities

lounge/bar, restaurant, civil wedding licence, 2-acre grounds, beach 5 mins' drive, unsuitable for disabled.

Background music

classical evenings in public rooms.

Children

all ages welcomed.

Dogs

allowed, but not left unattended and not in restaurant.

Credit cards

Amex, MasterCard, Visa.

Prices

B&B £65-£90 per person, D,B&B £80-£110, set menu £35, short breaks, New Year package, 1-night bookings sometimes refused in summer.

GHG voucher offer

Buy the guide and claim 25% off B&B rates on certain dates