Business Details
Your Historic Retreat in Lynmouth
Established in the 13th century, The Blue Ball Inn stands as a historic coaching inn offering a unique blend of olde-worlde charm and modern comforts. Our property combines low ceilings, blackened beams, and stone fireplaces with contemporary amenities, creating an inviting atmosphere for guests seeking a countryside retreat. We specialise in providing comfortable accommodation, seasonal dining experiences, and event hosting facilities within the scenic North Devon landscape. Our team prioritises guest satisfaction through attentive service, locally sourced ingredients in our menus, and carefully curated experiences that showcase the surrounding Exmoor National Park.With 20 years of hospitality experience, we maintain rigorous standards in room cleanliness, food quality, and customer service while preserving the building's historical character. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as a trusted establishment within the local tourism industry.
Services
Accommodation
Dining
Event Hosting
Pet-friendly Stays
Parking
Breakfast Service
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of hospitality experience in historic accommodation
- Our menus feature locally sourced ingredients with vegan & vegetarian options
- Scenic rooms provide panoramic views of North Devon's rolling hills
- Dedicated dog-friendly accommodation with special amenities for pets
- Direct booking guarantees lowest prices and flexible cancellation terms
Services
Accommodation
Our historic inn offers 17th-century style rooms with modern amenities including free WiFi, luxury toiletries, and tea/coffee facilities. Choose from standard or scenic rooms with countryside views. All rates include breakfast and VAT. Dog-friendly options available with prior arrangement.
Dining
Enjoy seasonal menus featuring locally sourced ingredients in our traditional pub setting. Options include light bites, three-course meals, and special dietary requirements. The restaurant serves breakfast from 8:30am-10:30am and dinner 12pm-9pm daily, with special festive menus available.
Event Hosting
Host weddings, birthdays, or corporate events in our historic venue with flexible spaces. We offer tailored packages including accommodation, dining, and seasonal decorations. Our team provides event coordination support and special requests handling for up to 50 guests.
Pet-friendly Stays
We welcome well-behaved dogs in designated rooms with special amenities including biodegradable waste bags, pet treats, and dog-friendly beer. An additional 15 per night charge applies, with specific rules about unsupervised pets and restricted areas.
Parking
Free on-site car park available for guests with first-come, first-served spaces. No EV charging points on premises but nearby facilities available. Guests park at their own risk with no responsibility taken for vehicle damage or theft.
Questions
How do I book accommodation directly?
Visit our website or call 01598 741263 to book directly. We require credit/debit card details to secure reservations with full payment due 48 hours before arrival.
Are pets allowed in the accommodation?
Yes, we welcome well-behaved dogs in designated rooms for £15 per night. Please contact us directly to arrange pet-friendly accommodation as not all rooms permit pets.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Maestro, and Electron for reservations and on-site purchases. Cash payments are also accepted at our front desk.
Do you have parking facilities?
Yes, we provide free on-site parking for guests on a first-come basis. Spaces are available beside the pub with no reservation possible and guests park at their own risk.
What are your dining hours?
Breakfast is served 8:30am-10:30am and dinner 12pm-9pm daily. The bar remains open from 8am-11pm for drinks and light refreshments.
Reviews (5)
Emma Gallafant
Jan 09, 2022
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Such a wonderful place to stay. Owners and staff are so friendly and welcoming and the food is something else. Nothing from the menu is not worth devouring!!!! Thank you for an amazing stay.
Mark Pinson
Jan 06, 2022
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The most accommodating place you can stay. All the people that work there are lovely, nothing is too much trouble. The food is first class, from the cooked breakfast to the steak. The pub itself is immaculately clean, as soon as anyone finishes with their table it is cleaned down straight away. The rooms have everything that you need and are topped up if you run out. The beds are amazingly comfortable and again the rooms are really clean. All dogs welcome which gives it a friendly feel. A real home from home feel, absolutely loved it!
Jayne Gardner
Jan 06, 2022
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Home after a two night stay. We had stayed there before but pre covid. Lovely place to stay and its dog friendly so ideal for us. Well equipped room with a good shower and bath. Great choice of food. I am coeliac and the staff were able to recommend dishes - lots of choice. Recommend the vegan Thai curry. Nice snug room to relax in. Friendly and warm staff
Lovely atmosphere
Lovely atmosphere
LaceyShoes
Dec 25, 2021
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Came here for dinner one evening and I was really impressed! Simple food but done really well and was a really delicious meal. Love the relaxed country pub setting, will definitely be back here in the summer
Lily Button
Dec 23, 2021
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Food and general atmosphere is always good here and fresh produce a good choice of local beers. Only downside is people on another table thought it's acceptable to allow their dogs just to wonder and one ended up in kitchen. My dogs were happy kept on lead under table. But generally lovely evening.
