Potters Mooring Guest House, Shaldon

Potters Mooring Guest House sits directly on the village green in Shaldon, inside a 17th-century building that retains much of its original character. Robert and Linda, the owners, manage the property as a small, independent operation open throughout the year.

The accommodation consists of five en-suite rooms spread across the main house and adjoining cottages. Choices include single, double, twin and family options, all fitted with showers and standard modern fittings.

Some rooms face the green and the municipal bowling green opposite, while others look out over the Teign estuary towards Teignmouth. Free WiFi covers the entire property, and each room includes tea and coffee facilities along with a small fridge stocked with fresh milk.

Breakfast forms a central part of the stay. The menu covers full cooked options, lighter continental-style plates, vegetarian dishes and gluten-free alternatives, prepared with local ingredients whenever possible. Guests often highlight the quality and variety of the food, as well as the generous portions.

Shaldon village surrounds the guest house on all sides. The level ground makes it straightforward to reach nearby pubs, cafes, a bakery, butchers, pharmacy and post office within a couple of minutes on foot.

The beach lies a short walk away down one of the narrow lanes, and the passenger ferry to Teignmouth – reputedly England’s oldest – runs from the slipway close by. Several pubs in the village serve evening meals, with the Clifford Arms almost next door.

The property rates highly with many reviews. Comments frequently praise the welcoming atmosphere created by the owners, the cleanliness of the rooms and the standard of the breakfast.

Free on-site parking adds convenience in a village where spaces can otherwise be limited. The central position means most visitors leave their cars undisturbed for the duration of their stay and explore the immediate area on foot.

Accessibility

Level access from the green to the entrance; ground-floor rooms available on request. Historic building with internal stairs to upper floors.

Layout

Five en-suite rooms split between the main 17th-century house and adjacent cottages; compact reception and breakfast area.

Local Amenities

Pubs, cafes, bakery, butchers, pharmacy and post office all within 200 metres; beach and Teign ferry five minutes’ walk; several dining options in the village.

Parking

Free private car park at the rear for guests.