The Peat Inn

‘Luxurious’, ‘relaxing’, ‘warmly welcoming’, Katherine and Geoffrey Smeddle’s rustic restaurant-with-rooms receives rave reviews from trusted correspondents, whose reports earn it a full entry in the Guide. Past the ‘blazing’ log fire in the ‘lovely’ reception lounge, savour Geoffrey Smeddle’s modern, Michelin-starred dishes. ‘Every course was delicious and beautifully served, from the halibut to the pork cheek to the steak to the chocolate dessert. While busy, the restaurant has an unhurried feel.’ Staff are ‘impeccable’; ‘catering for our gluten-intolerant friend wasn’t a problem’. Afterwards, put your feet up in ‘well-kept’, ‘very special’ suites in the separate residence (‘extremely comfortable’ beds, ‘attractive’ bathrooms, garden views). ‘We were glad not to have to drive home on a dark winter’s night.’ Breakfast is served in the suite. ‘Two cheerful ladies came at the agreed time and set it out in our sitting room. It was the perfect amount for the morning after a big meal: soft-boiled eggs, granola, yogurt, smoked haddock; plenty of toast and croissants, with home-made preserves.’ ‘A comfortable base for touring the coastal villages nearby.’ (Jackie and Hugh Tunstall-Pedoe, Colin Adams)