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Durham House

Fore Street, Beer EX12 3JL, England
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Durham House
Ranked #1 of 8 Beer B&B and Inns
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London, United Kingdom
Top Contributor
64 reviews 64 reviews
25 hotel reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

Stayed here when walking the SWCP. Very welcoming hosts, lovely comfortable room with all that ( very light) backpackers needed. We had a large window overlooking the very pretty village, and the B&B is in a great location. Breakfast was also very good.

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Bristol
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

This is a beautiful B&B in Beer, with great hosts. The rooms are beautifully presented and very clean, with great breakfast options. It is also very well located, and I totally recommend it. I also had a specific incident, where I had forgotten a pair of trousers after the checkout, but the owners located them and promised to post them... More

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

We had a fantastic stay at Durham House, Martin and Shelley made us feel very welcome, they were always available when we needed information. We felt like it was home away from home, the rooms were clean, cosy and very comfortable. Attention to detail was fantastic, breakfast was delicious with lots of choice.I definitely recommend this B&B.

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Hamshire
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9 reviews 9 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Beer is a very nice village with some very pleasant hostelries in the area. Masons Arms in Branscombe is worth a visit. Location excellent, hosts excellent, rooms excellent, breakfasts excellent and bonus parking included in price which was very reasonable. Nothing to criticise, enough said!

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MartandShell, Owner at Durham House, responded to this review
19 April 2013

Iswr53 Thank you for your great review. What can I say... It is great that you found Durham House met your expectations in all departments. We are constantly trying to keep the Guest House in excellent condition for guests so when we receive a review like this it feels like we are getting things right. Again thanks so much for... More

Canterbury, United Kingdom
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

Our hosts were friendly and helpful. Our room at the back of the building was quiet and comfortable. It was very clean when we arrived and cleaned daily. The ensuite was large. The breakfasts were great. There is no booking in at arrival - a note is left for you in the hallway with your room number on it. In... More

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MartandShell, Owner at Durham House, responded to this review
19 April 2013

Dear Vich 156 Many thanks for your review and for coming back to stay at Durham House - there is no better proof than guests returning to indicate that we are getting things right. Sorry we were not here to greet you personally on arrival and sometimes, if we are out, we do leave notes for self-check-in. As you know... More

Swindon, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

The four of us plan to go back in future, home from home. Thanks to Martin & Shelley. Rooms are clean and well decorated ,lovely old house with history. We had rooms on 1st floor nos 8 &10 which were towards back of house. Breakfast was spot on.

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MartandShell, Owner at Durham House, responded to this review
19 April 2013

Deckchair_13 Thanks so much for your review. We are so pleased you and your friends had a good stay with us. Sound like the breakfasts were a hit! We have tried to offer a varied menu so I am really pleased you were so satisfied. It was lovely to meet you all and we hope you come back to visit... More

Hereford, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

Such a lovely stay last year, we decided to return again. Lovely hosts very welcoming. Arrived early but keys to room available. Excellent breakfasts. Relaxing clean rooms and decor. Free car parking pass to Beer. Plenty to do in surrounding area ....so cant wait to return!

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MartandShell, Owner at Durham House, responded to this review
25 March 2013

Dear TerryP Many thanks for your great review. We are so glad that you returned to stay at Durham House this year and had another enjoyable stay with us. It's brilliant that you can't wait to come back and Shelley and I look forward to your next visit. Thanks again Kind regards Martin More

Winchester, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

As Martin & Shelley know, there's 2 things we can count on, Beer and Durham House. This was probably at least our 4th visit to Durham House as we usually try to escape ther at least 2 weekends a year. We are never disappointed. All the rooms are lovely, we are working our way through all of them! Breakfast in... More

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MartandShell, Owner at Durham House, responded to this review
22 March 2013

Dear Lisa S Thank you so much for your great review. It is lovely that you keep coming back to stay with us and still enjoy your visits. You are working your way through our rooms and it lovely that you have enjoyed all of them so far! We are also pleased you like the new dining room which is... More

Bedford, England
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

No one there on arrival but very clear and easy to follow instructions left (not sure why others seem to struggle with this!) and Martin did pop up to introduce himself on their return. Our room, number 6, was very clean and well decorated, bed was very comfortable and plenty of wardrobe/drawer space. Tea/coffee and even the biscuits were replenished... More

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MartandShell, Owner at Durham House, responded to this review
22 March 2013

Dear PlodderPete First of all congratulations to Sue for her Grizzly run. I still can't get over how anyone can run that far in such conditions over such terrain! It really is a great event and one which Shelley and I love being involved with (on a very sedentary level of course!).It was very mean to sit and eat a... More

Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Contributor
11 reviews 11 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

This was a lovley B&B, the place is immaculate and very welcoming, our room was cosy and freshly decorated, The breakfast was great, with good quality ingredients, will certainly be back, to visit again, only stayed one night but we felt really relaxed and chilled out when we left,

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MartandShell, Owner at Durham House, responded to this review
5 March 2013

Dear HeathrAngel48 Thank you for your lovely review. It is great that you enjoyed your stay with us so much and that you left feeling chilled and relaxed - even after only one night! We look forward to welcoming you back to Durham House again in the future. Thanks again Martin and Shelley More

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Additional Information about Durham House

Address: Fore Street, Beer EX12 3JL, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Devon > Beer
Amenities:
Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 8 B&Bs / Inns in Beer
Price range (per night): RM137 - 170

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