The Salty Monk
Sidford, one mile from Sidmouth · B&B
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A restaurant with rooms in a restored 16th-century salt house at Sidford, a mile from Sidmouth, with AA Rosette dining.
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About The Salty Monk
The Salty Monk occupies a restored 16th-century salt house in Sidford, once used by Benedictine monks, a mile inland from Sidmouth on Devon's Jurassic Coast. Seven individually designed en suite rooms combine the building's historic character, exposed beams and thick walls, with contemporary comforts including Egyptian cotton sheets and hypoallergenic bedding.
Food is central to the experience: the restaurant holds an AA 2-Rosette award and a Gold Breakfast Award, drawing on seasonal Southwest produce from artisan suppliers for both dinner and breakfast. The combination of a five Gold Star AA rating and genuinely accomplished cooking sets it apart from most bed and breakfasts in the area.
Dogs are welcome, and the location gives easy access to National Trust land and coastal walks, while Sidmouth itself is a short drive or a manageable walk away, making the Salty Monk a good choice for guests who prioritise food and quiet countryside over a seafront address.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What guests say
An amazing meal as always. Thank you very much Annette and Andy. I always used to take my Mother here every year for her birthday,which she loved. It my humble opinion it's one of the best places to eat or stay in Devon.
3 months ago · via Google
We had a wonderful evening. We had the 8 course vegetarian tasting menu and it was absolutely fantastic. I really enjoyed to see how much they love what they do and it reflects on the food.
a month ago · via Google
Absolutely impeccable from beginning to end. Faultless. Cleanliness, ambience, breakfast was superb. You won't be disappointed.
3 months ago · via Google
Booked a table in the restaurant for a celebration dinner and had a wonderful evening. The food was excellent, the staff were attentive, friendly and clearly it's a close-knit, happy team. Chef takes great care to produce high quality, thought through dishes and each one was beautifully presented. Thank you so much for making our dinner a special memory
a year ago · via Google
Former 16th-century monks' salt house turned B&B with upscale rooms & a gourmet restaurant.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Church Street, Sidford, Sidmouth, EX10 9QP Get directions
- Property type
- B&B
- Location
- Sidford, one mile from Sidmouth
- Star rating
- 5 star
- Guest score
- 9.1 / 10 (300 reviews)
- Prices from
- £145 per night
- Good for children
- No
- Destination
- Sidmouth