The Lamb Inn at Sandford

• Sleeps: 16
• Bedrooms: 7
• Bathrooms: 7
• Minimum stay: 2 nights

Once a lively 16th century coaching inn, The Lamb Inn at Sandford breathes with quaint, historic charm and welcoming warmth in the soothing heart of rural Devon.

Usually bursting with friendly locals catching up and swapping stories over a well-deserved pint or two, from Saturdays to Wednesdays the entire inn – complete with seven gloriously comfy en-suite bedrooms – is available for exclusive group breaks of up to 16 guests.

Fully hosted and with a range of award-winning meal packages available, there’s no need for anyone to lift so much as a finger, as you relax together in a quintessentially English country pub that’s full of delights!

Such delights include not one but two bars, both with low beamed ceilings and roaring open fires, a versatile function room that can be transformed into a cinema for epic movie nights, and a cobbled courtyard with sunshades, for long, lazy afternoons that melt into star-studded evenings.

Named by The Daily Telegraph as one of the UK’s prettiest pub gardens, there’s also a grassed area that’s ideal for children to play on, and a beautiful sheltered sundeck that overlooks the courtyard… perfect for settling down with a good book and a glass of wine.

Which of the inn’s seven spacious en-suite bedrooms will you choose? Individually styled and decorated, they feature underfloor heating, flat-screen TVs and large, comfortable beds. Two rooms also include futons, making them ideal for small families.

(Hint: The Garden Suite boasts its very own living-room and a patio for morning coffee soundtracked by birdsong – perhaps one to stake your claim on if you’re the organiser or celebrating something extra-special!)

At a glance

• Exclusive, fully-hosted hire of a former 16th century coaching inn, beautifully secluded in the heart of rural Devon close to Crediton and Exeter.
• Seven double or twin rooms – some with additional futons – sleep up to 16 guests.
• All bedrooms boast en-suite bathroom facilities and a flat-screen TV, with tea-and-coffee-making facilities.
• The inn features two bars and a large, versatile function room, with a triple-tiered garden and courtyard with seating.
• Additional activities, including local tours and in-inn events, can be arranged – just ask.

Features

• Dog Friendly
• Family Friendly
• Large Groups

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Once you’ve enjoyed fresh coffee and a delicious breakfast, whiling away that precious holiday time will be ridiculously easy.

Why? The inn is close to the bustling market town of Crediton – just follow the winding footpath through the beautiful Millennium Green – and a mere ten miles from the cathedral city of Exeter, with plenty of historic landmarks to visit.

You’ll also find the inn’s friendly owners are happy to arrange additional activities that range from a Dartmoor Land Rover tour and a trip to the local cider press (tasting included, of course) to fun in-inn events like tarot card reading, skittles, or even sumo wrestling… just ask.

So if you’ve ever fancied the idea of having a whole pub all to yourselves, with accommodating staff on hand to ensure your every need is met, make your next group getaway a break at The Lamb Inn at Sandford.

Things to note

Stays can be booked each week from Saturday to Wednesday. Bespoke, award-winning food packages are available with bar drinks served at local pub prices.