Old Bakehouse, Chulmleigh

When the Saxons came to Chulmleigh (about 815 A.D.) high up above the Little Dart and Taw river valleys, it was a peaceful place set apart from the rest of the world - and today this description still holds true. The countryside around our town has been recognised as an area of tranquility. Our roads and lanes are largely free from traffic; the air is crystal clear; and the starry night sky really has to be seen to be believed!

Our house was built in about 1520 and is reputed to be the most ancient building in Chulmleigh. It belonged originally to generations of wool merchants who gave their wealth to the building of our magnificent parish church of St. Mary Magdalene. We welcome you, our guests, from near and far, into our beautiful house: our aim is to make you feel totally at home, whether you stay for many days or just a short break. We are sure that you will join the ever-increasing number of guests who return to visit us time and again.

The Old Bakehouse occupies two buildings surrounding a peaceful and colourful courtyard garden. We provide four charming and well-equipped bedrooms, two double and two twin-bedded, including en suite showers or bath, colour T.V., radios and hospitality trays. A guest telephone and laundry/drying facilities are also provided. There is a guest sitting room with a log burner for the cooler weather, well supplied with books, magazines and games.

The highlight of our property is our beamed, licensed restaurant where we offer home-cooked cuisine including many regional specialities. Excellent food is an important part of any stay and we believe in preparing meals to a high standard. The source of our raw materials is very important to us and we use mainly locally-grown vegetables as well as locally produced meats, cheeses, eggs and fish. Our bread and cakes are all baked 'in-house'. We are also able to cater for special diets by prior arrangement. Locally made ciders and real ales as well as a comprehensive range of wines are available.