What do you think makes a stay at Red Lion Hotel unique?
Rooms at the Red Lion are beautifully furnished, designed in perfect synergy with the hotel’s nautical history. Every room has a sea view! Three dog friendly rooms are avilable (with a supplement). Please call the Red Lion to arrange your dog-friendly room.
The Sail Loft (adjacent to The Red Lion) was renovated into 6 beautiful luxury bedrooms that have enviable views across Bideford Bay.
Tell us more about the rooms and facilities at Red Lion Hotel?
The Red Lion has 11 ensuite rooms, of which one is a family room and two are twin rooms. The Sail Loft has 6 stylish ensuite rooms, two of which are twin and family rooms, and one has disabled facilities. All rooms are beautifully furnished and decorated in a nautical theme. There is a Harbour Restaurant, Harbour Bar and Snug Bar.
Can you suggest any activities or things to do while staying in the Bideford area?
When staying at Clovelly, view the film show of the history of the village, watch skilled craftspeople in the workshops creating silk and pottery, visit the Charles Kingsley and Fisherman's Cottage museums, and Clovelly Court Gardens at the top of the village, and see the famous donkeys and harbour. Take a boat trip along the coast or a fishing trip, or book a trip to Lundy. One of the best ways to appreciate the stunning setting of Clovelly is to stroll along Hobby Drive, and the coastal path in the opposite direction to Mouthmill also gives breathtaking views.
What food do you serve at Red Lion Hotel?
With fresh fish landed right outside the door, organic vegetables and produce from Clovelly Court Gardens, and seasonal game from Clovelly Estate. The finest local ingredients are used to create exciting dishes. Their food philosophy is to keep it local and fresh.
Does the chef at Red Lion Hotel have a signature dish?
Clovelly caught whole lobster, simply served with a saffron and garlic aïoli, lemon and rocket.