The Cary Arms - Devon, England

About this Chic Retreat

The Cary Arms, in the glorious seaside town of Babbacombe in Devon, is a charming small boutique hotel sitting along a wide stretch of stunning coastline. Get back to nature along the coastal paths and in the rock pools before coming back to a hearty pub lunch and contemporary beach-style rooms. With just 8 individually styled rooms to choose from, this quaint little bolthole is a great place to take a romantic jaunt in the seaside air of Torquay, or a family trip to explore Devon. Bring along a 4 legged friend and they will receive a warm welcome with their own bed & personlised dog bowl and treat!

Accommodation

The Cary Arms has 8 individually-styled rooms evoking seaside charm with bold stripes, tiled floors, large bay windows and fresh white sheets. Internationally renowned designer, Kathleen Fraser has created a jaunty seaside-chic air in these welcoming rooms with nuances of New England style. Rooms have stunning views of the bay and most have terrace balconies where guests are free to sit out in the fresh sea breeze in their own private space. Beds have Italian bed linen, made-to-order fabrics and large bathrooms with sumptuous Elemis bath products and bathrobes. Most en-suites have both a bath & shower.

The Cary Arms also has 1-4 bedroom self-catering cottages, all with the same fresh design of the inn along with fitted kitchens. Guests are provided with a welcome hamper to start them off and cottages have either an open gas fire or log fire for a cosy night in on a blustery night.

Activities

This lovely beachside retreat is set on ensuring a memorable seaside trip from the off. Children are provided with a bucket, spade and fishing net on arrival and will have plenty to explore along the bay, and a day out fishing can be had by all with fishing rods provided and there is plenty of bass, black bream and mackerel to find. Water sports enthusiasts will be spoilt with diving and RIB riding facilities right by the hotel and windsurfing, waterskiing, kayaking and sailing close to hand. Take a romantic walk along the stunning coastal paths, or explore the surrounding area by horse or bike.

Guests are welcome to play tennis in the nearby courts and the family can take to the 18-hole putting green. Keen golfers up for a challenge can take to one of the award-winning golf courses.

Of course many may just want to relax in this secluded setting and the Spa Room is the perfect place. Using the Elemis range, deep tissue massages, facials and manicures are among the treatments available, perfect to wash away the aches & stresses of everyday life.

Dining

The Cary Arms cooks up award-winning gastro pub meals served in a comfortable stone-walled setting or out on the terrace. The 'Captain's Table' is a great setting, a small terrace overlooking the bay, or the futuristic looking orb is a lovely spot to dine out among the garden blooms. The menu includes traditional English dishes with international influences and uses locally-sourced ingredients, a passion for Manillan chef, Denise Tarriela. There is also an outdoor BBQ and pizza oven for al fresco cooking.

Rates

Room rates at The Cary Arms are per room per night and include breakfast. There is a GBP 50 reduction for single occupancy. Cottage rates are per week and are self-catering rates, although breakfast is available to cottage guests at GBP 16.50 per person for a Full English and GBP 9 per person for a continental. Cottage rates include towels and linens, housekeeping and a welcome luxury Devon hamper. All cottages are dog friendly. 3 night and nightly rates are available on request. Nightly rates are not available over Christams and New Year and can only be booked within 2 weeks of arrival. Family accommodation is available and children are charged at GBP 35 per night. Dogs are welcome and will be charged at GBP 10 per night and a dog bed and bowl will be provided. Inter-connecting rooms are available. All rates include credit card charges and VAT. There is a minimum stay of 2 nights on Fridays and Saturdays. Credit card details are required to secure the booking.

Rates (GBP)
Room
Jan 2012
Feb 2012
Mar 2012
Apr 2012
May 2012
Jun 2012
Jul 2012
Aug 2012
Sep 2012
Oct 2012
Nov 2012
Dec 2012
Jan 2013
Feb 2013
Mar 2013
Apr 2013
May 2013
Jun 2013
Jul 2013
Aug 2013
Sep 2013
Oct 2013
Nov 2013
Dec 2013
Room: 
Deluxe b&b from
Jan: 
160
Feb: 
160
Mar: 
160
Apr: 
230
May: 
230
Jun: 
230
Jul: 
230
Aug: 
230
Sep: 
230
Oct: 
230
Nov: 
170
Dec: 
170
Room: 
Luxury b&b from
Jan: 
220
Feb: 
220
Mar: 
220
Apr: 
270
May: 
270
Jun: 
270
Jul: 
270
Aug: 
270
Sep: 
270
Oct: 
270
Nov: 
230
Dec: 
230
Room: 
Suite b&b (4 people)
Jan: 
310
Feb: 
310
Mar: 
310
Apr: 
370
May: 
370
Jun: 
370
Jul: 
370
Aug: 
370
Sep: 
370
Oct: 
370
Nov: 
320
Dec: 
320
Cat: 
Fisherman's cottages per week
Room: 
Shell Cottage (1 bed)
Jan: 
770
Feb: 
770
Mar: 
770
Apr: 
1600
May: 
1600
Jun: 
1600
Jul: 
1600
Aug: 
1600
Sep: 
1600
Oct: 
1600
Nov: 
900
Dec: 
900
Room: 
Pebble Cottage (2 bed)
Jan: 
975
Feb: 
975
Mar: 
975
Apr: 
1850
May: 
1850
Jun: 
1850
Jul: 
1850
Aug: 
1850
Sep: 
1850
Oct: 
1850
Nov: 
1100
Dec: 
1100
Room: 
Beach Cottage (4 bed)
Jan: 
1540
Feb: 
1540
Mar: 
1540
Apr: 
2600
May: 
2600
Jun: 
2600
Jul: 
2600
Aug: 
2600
Sep: 
2600
Oct: 
2600
Nov: 
1600
Dec: 
1600

* Rates in GBP

Cancellation policy

If the booking is cancelled less than 21 days prior to arrival, the full amount will be charged if the room is not re-let. Cancellation within 48 hours of arrival will incur a charge of the full room rate.

Additional information

  • Neareast Airport: Exeter.
  • Distance from Airport: 30 minutes.
http://www.caryarms.co.uk

British Chic Retreats

8 Rooms

Good for:

a British seaside holiday with style, great food & a spa

Facilites:

babysitting, bar, car parking, gardens, pets allowed, restaurant, spa treatment room, wheelchair access, WiFi/Internet, child friendly, diving, golf

Rates starting from

GBP 160
per room per night

A welcome drink

Other hotels in UK