James Duckett at the Old Custom House

Set in a beautiful listed building, James Duckett at The Old Custom House is found overlooking the River Taw on Barnstaple’s Strand. All of the fine food offered is freshly prepared by James himself, and his set priced lunches and elegant dinners are created using local produce.

With outside seating for warmer weather and a cosy interior, visitors can choose between the more informal bistro downstairs or a special meal in the upstairs restaurant, depending on the mood and occasion. Whichever type of meal you choose during your stay in self-catering Barnstaple accommodation, your visit will be unforgettable.

The Hunters Inn Pub and Restaurant

The Hunters Inn is a stunning country pub on Exmoor, and it makes for a fantastic spot to eat during a self-catering Barnstaple holiday. T

he inn sits in the Heddon Valley, around 40 minutes drive from the centre of Barnstaple. Visitors can pick up the South West Coast Path for a stroll after a meal, and what better way to enjoy the Exmoor scenery?!

This pub is a favourite with the TripAdvisor reviewers, and its cosy atmosphere seems to make the Sunday roasts even more delicious! Expect oak beams, low ceilings and a beautiful rural setting. Use the button below to browse accommodation.

The Cream Tea Cafe

One reviewer describes this as ‘a lovely cafe with a warm welcome and delicious food’, so we thought we’d recommend it! to all you guests self-catering in Barnstaple!

With old favourites on the menu such as doorstep sandwiches and homemade lemonade, The Cream Tea Cafe is the perfect way to enjoy lunch during a stay in self-catering Barnstaple accommodation.

As the name suggests, this is one of the many places to sample a traditional Devon cream tea during a stay in the area, and it has the feel of a real English tea shop. Pop in during a visit to the area for some old fashioned charm!

Fullam Restaurant

If you feel like stepping back in time during a break in accommodation in Barnstaple, Fullam Restaurant is the perfect setting for a romantic meal or celebration. This award-winning restaurant is housed within a former coaching inn dating back two centuries, and offers superb eastern-inspired dining. The restaurant’s elegantly eastern interior includes antique furniture, traditional Chinese screens and even a bamboo garden with softly glowing lanterns.

The authentic cuisine is complemented by an international drinks menu and real tea. There is also a discounted take-away service available, so if you feel like it, take the taste of the east into the comfort of your luxury Barnstaple accommodation!

Located in the beautiful countryside of Weare Giffard, near Bideford, The Cyder Presse enjoys views of North Devon’s rolling landscape and its rural setting is a great starting point for a stroll before or after your meal.