Overlooking Lynmouth's tiny harbour and bay is this 14th-century thatched smugglers' inn. In turn, overlooking them all, are Countisbury Cliffs, the highest in England. The building's long history is evident from the uneven oak floors, crooked...

The Rising Sun rocks with good vibrations with its bar plus an atmospheric oak-panelled dining room. The food strikes a balance between hearty generosity and contemporary combinations, with plenty of seafood dishes. Start with seared king scallops...

Standing alongside the East Lyn River in the tucked-away Brendon Valley, this traditional 17th-century free house stands at the heart of Exmoor and is handy for several walking routes. Eat in the garden in warm weather, or head inside to the open...

On the fringes of Exmoor National Park, just a short, pretty drive to the north coast, Kentisbury Grange is a former Victorian manor lovingly morphed into classy boutique hotel. The old manor’s coach house was not forgotten in the transition and has...