The Mason Arms is located on Devon’s Jurassic Coast, just a 10-minute walk from Branscombe Beach.
Owen
United Kingdom
Breakfast was good and plenty of it, the dinner menu was the same day in day out but again pretty good , the room was very cosy but they only have high tog duvets with no summer duvets which made for a sleepless first night, we discarded the high tog and purchased our own summer duvet.
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Dena
United Kingdom
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Service was excellent
Food was amazing
Hotel room was fabulous
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Waggett
United Kingdom
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I would imagine Branscombe would once have been a pleasant...
I would imagine Branscombe would once have been a pleasant little community but now it appears to be a lock up and leave village which is really sad. Like so many other small village dotted around the U.K. there seems to be no sense of community, probably bustling in summer months with holiday makers.
There is a lovely walk from the village down to the coast along the river side part way. There are footpaths but some are hidden. A quiet spot for an early spring break but watch the narrow windy single track roads and pray you don’t meet a lorry! There are great coastal paths here for walkers and it’s a nice spot for dog walks.
The rooms at the Mason’s inn are impressive and comfortable. The little kitchen area in ours lacked cutlery, wine glasses, tea towels and a kettle. It had two fridges though and a coffee machine where you could get hot water.
We really missed our cappuccino in the mornings for breakfast, the coffee provided at breakfast wasn’t great.
All in all Branscombe is a nice place for a short stay.
angela
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
We stayed in Branscombe because it was close to the location...
We stayed in Branscombe because it was close to the location we were visiting the next day. It was a lovely village and the beach was only half a mile away. We could've spent at least two or three days there at the hotel.
Anthony
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
the food in the pub was superb and the beds were supremely...
the food in the pub was superb and the beds were supremely comfortable. the staff were extremely helpful and lovely to deal with. Other guests were friendly and the whole atmosphere was warm and convivial.
Hopkins
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Comfortable large double bed and large room and bathroom.
Comfortable large double bed and large room and bathroom. But we gave manager a list of "niggles" (e.g. light in bathroom mirror not working) that were not put right during our stay. Decent food though sometimes overcooked. All staff very friendly and helpful including taking suitcases to our room - important when there are so many steps. Only outside space was immediately onto car park.= - no garden or lounge. Although we liked the hotel, overall we felt it was rather overpriced.
Glynne
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Beautiful village with lovely walks.
Beautiful village with lovely walks. We took the coastal path around the cliffs to Beer, which was challenging in parts, and the cliff top walk back. I’m so glad we did it that way round as the hill back down to Branscombe beach was so steep there was no way I’d have managed to climb it. We walked up the hill to The Fountain Head pub one evening and had a fabulous meal; would definitely recommend a visit as apart from the excellent food, the staff were great too.
Loraine
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very pretty mostly unspoilt village with blacksmith and 10...
Very pretty mostly unspoilt village with blacksmith and 10 minute walk or short drive to the beach. Not good for cars so ideal for walking and photo opportunities abound. Some interesting history around the older buildings
The pub is situated in a very picturesque village. We were greeted by a very friendly man called Jose. He explained to us that due to staff shortages, a cooked breakfast would not be availabe during our 3night stay.
Instead, we had a delicious breakfast with cereal, fresh fruit, croissants, toast and jam. All very substantial.
There is a beach at Branscombe …half a mile away and a beautiful coastal walk from the church in the village.
We also liked looking at the forge where the blacksmith makes lots of items.
We have visited the UK three times over 35 years and have always visited Branscombe and stayed at The Masons Arms. It is unique world wide in our opinion and hopefully we will be back one day. The whole Hotel team should be congratulated on their efficiency and friendliness. So too the Owners for maintaining the uniqueness of the facility, keep up the good work.
Peggy and Lindsay Thomas
The rooms are well decorated in a traditional style but with all the modern facilities you expect from a hotel room, great shower and bed! Staff are lovely always with a smile even when under pressure. The location is great really picturesque village and 10’ walk from branscombe beach. Roads are narrow so driving there is an adventure.
We couldn't have asked for a nicer stay in Branscombe; the place is in a really beautiful location. The room was extremely comfortable and very nicely decorated. Dinner at the restaurant was absolutely incredible - including the vegan options! The staff were incredibly delightful.
We loved our stay at The Mason Arms the staff were all very friendly, the rooms were lovely and comfy, the evening meal and breakfast were great and all a short walk from Branscombe beach. The guest gardens were a great added bonus. Despite the minor negatives we will be back!
The hotel and staff were all lovely, friendly and helpful. Room was very nice, clean and spacious.
The food was very good especially the breakfast which was prob the best I've had in a hotel.
I would stay here again.
The location - Branscombe - has been our favorite place to visit for over 25 years, and Smugglers Close was the icing on the cake with it far more than we expected as we had not stayed there previously.
The breakfast was excellent in the hotel. The evening meals had a good selection including GF for my wife. The room was spacious, but I'd prefer a modern bed to the 4 poster that we had.
Just generally a great stay. Beautiful building, great staff, lovely food. We walked from here to Beer and back....to a well earned (and fabulous) dinner in the restaurant.
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