Hotel Review
Whitehouse Hotel, Kingsbridge, Devon
A stunning boutique retreat set between Salcombe and Dartmouth in South Devon, Whitehouse Hotel provides all the elegance of a traditional Georgian country house with a colourful revamp, steering the décor into mid-century modern. Expect a sumptuous night's sleep, followed by a hearty seasonal breakfast before exploring the beautiful southwest coast.
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OUR REVIEW
THE NEIGHBOURHOOD
Located in the small but conveniently positioned village of Chillington, three miles from Slapton Sands and between the popular sailing towns of Dartmouth and Salcombe, with many excellent beaches in between. Immediately to the south are Start Point, Gara, East Prawle and Mill Bay, and Beesands and Hallsands are within easy reach.
By car: 1 hour 10 mins from Exeter, 2 hours 30 mins from Bristol and around 4 hours 30 mins from London. There is free parking on-site.
By train: London Paddington to Totnes takes around 2 hours 50 mins. The hotel is a 35-minute taxi ride from the station. Book trains to Totnes.
By plane: Exeter airport (50 miles)
THE LOOK AND FEEL
A grand Georgian building with a large flourishing garden, the interior of each individually decorated room oozes character. Classic Georgian features - floor-to-ceiling sash windows and decorative plastered ceilings - have been fused with some modern and quirky touches, combining elegance with contemporary. Think sleek-lined mid-century modern furnishings, bright pops of contrasting colours and offbeat modern artwork.
THE FACILITIES
A light-filled breakfast room with French windows leads onto a terrace overlooking the garden, ideal for alfresco eating, whilst a wood-burning stove ensures guests are round-the-clock cosy during winter months. Two comfortable lounges and a House-bar with local Ales, spirits and wines add a homely vibe.
- Bar
- Gardens
- Terrace
- Pet-friendly
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
BED AND BATH
The five luxury light-filled doubles have lovely heritage features - Georgian sash and wooden floors - with metallic wallpapers, outsized mirrors and velvet cushions pulling the aesthetic together. They're well-appointed with Nespresso machines and minibars including local ales.
Room types: Rooms 1-6
Key amenities: ensuite bathroom with Ren toiletries, smart TV, DVD player, minibar, tea and coffee facilities, free Wi-Fi
FOOD AND DRINK
Hearty breakfasts showcase local produce; homemade bircher, granola and fruit-compote are followed by cooked classics with a clever spin, including a bacon or sausage sourdough butty and the Whitehouse-One-Pan - a fresh take on the full English. Local options for supper include the Church House Inn at Stokenham, The Millbrook Inn at Southpool and the Oyster Shack above the Avon Estuary.
Breakfast: local produce, indoor dining room and outdoor terrace seating.
The bar: wines, cocktails, local ales, spirits, coffees, teas and soft drinks.
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