Highcliffe House

Sinai Hill, Lynton, Devon EX35 6AR
Telephone: 01598 752235
Fax: 01598 753815
AA: 5 Stars
Visit Britain 5 Stars Silver Award

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Highcliffe House, Lynton, Front of Hotel

Welcome to the website of Highcliffe House. Originally built in the 1870's as a gentleman's summer residence, Highcliffe House, is now a beautifully restored guest house. Standing in its own grounds approximately 500ft above sea level, it commands stunning views of the Exmoor hills and coastline, Lynmouth Bay and across the Bristol Channel to South Wales. It is secluded yet only a few minutes walk from Lynton and the famous Cliff Railway.

Many lovely walks can be started from the front door and Highcliffe House is a convenient base from which to visit National Trust properties, gardens and for sight-seeing. The house is situated within Exmoor National Park which has a character all of its own and was dubbed "Little Switzerand" by the Victorians.

Highcliffe House is run by resident owners Mike & Karen Orchard and guests are assured a warm and friendly welcome, and a relaxing, enjoyable stay.

* En-suite facilities in all rooms
* TV in all rooms
* Tea and coffee making facilities
* Telephone available
* Ironing facilities
* Hairdryer in all rooms
* Licensed bar

* Licensed restaurant
* Special diets catered for
* Parking available
* A non-smoking establishment
* Credit cards accepted

Our Rooms

Following extensive refurbishment we are pleased to present our spacious and individually designed en-suite bedrooms, some with beautifully carved king-size beds, which enjoy the panoramic sea, coastal and hill views. All are equipped with fine furnishings, central heating, colour TV, DVD, clock radio, hairdryer, beverage making facility, a welcoming decanter of sherry and many other thoughtful extras.

Our delicious home cooked meals are prepared using only the finest local produce served together with fine wines from around the world. The candlelit conservatory restaurant offers stunning views.

Sample Breakfast Menu

Breakfast is served between 08.30 & 09.15

Highcliffe House, Lynton

Please help yourself from the selection on the Buffet Table, which includes

Fruit Juices
A selection of breakfast cereals
Seasonal Fresh Fruit
Strawberries or Raspberries
Grapefruit - Prunes - Seasonal fruit compote
West Country Yoghurts
Porridge (available to order)

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Please select one from the following choices:

Traditional English breakfast
Any combination of grilled bacon, sausage, mushrooms tossed in butter,
grilled tomato, hash brown and egg - fried, scrambled or poached

Smoked Salmon & Eggs
Sliced smoked salmon on a pan-griddled English muffin with scrambled eggs

Ham & Eggs
West Country Ham on a pan-griddled English muffin with scrambled eggs

Bacon & Eggs
Poached or fried egg on toast with grilled bacon

Grilled Kippers

Poached Smoked Haddock with Egg

Pancakes with Bacon and Maple Syrup
Griddled pancakes with crispy bacon and Canadian maple syrup

Vegetarian Breakfast
Vegetarian alternatives are available, please inform us of your preferences

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Toast with home made bread & preserves or local honey
Fresh Coffee and a selection of Tea's available including decaffeinated

Summer Season Tariff

The following rates are inclusive of 17½% VAT, are per room per night based on two people sharing and include a full English breakfast.

Please note that a minimum two night stay may be required especially at weekends.

		1 - 2	3 - 6	7+
Premier Middle Floor: Myrtleberry Summerhouse	6ft bed, bath/shower ensuite, balcony 6ft bed, bath/shower ensuite, sofa	£120 £110	£110 £105	£100 £95
Superior Countisbury Hollerday Top Floor: Chiselcombe	Standard double, bath/shower ensuite Double four-poster shower ensuite 5ft double, large bath/shower ensuite	£98 £86 £98	£95 £84 £95	£92 £80 £92
De-luxe Kipscombe The Cleaves	Twin or 6ft bed, shower ensuite, sofa 6ft bed, bath/shower ensuite, sofa	£92 £92	£90 £90	£88 £88

All rooms equipped with TV, DVD player, radio alarm clock, hairdryer & robes

Single Occupancy 75% of room rate excluding Bank Holidays

Dinners booked in advance are available on
Friday Saturday and Sunday evenings
£26.00 per person per night
See 'special offers' for weekend packages

Spring & Autumn Special Packages are available
Between 9th Feb - 24th May and after 1st October 2007

Terms and Conditions

Cancellations:
Your reservation is made with Michael and Karen Orchard trading as Highcliffe House and represents a legally binding contract between us.

We require a valid credit/debit card to secure the booking. A minimum of 21 days notice of cancellation or amendment of any reservation is required to avoid a charge of 50% of the total as detailed in your confirmation.

Cancellation within 7 days of the booking or in the event of non arrival may be charged in part or 100% of the value at the discretion of the proprietors. We will however make every endeavour to re-let the room.

If the room is re-let to the full value of the cancelled booking there will be no further charge. In order to avoid this undesirable situation we would strongly advise you to arrange holiday insurance cover.

We regret that in the event of an early departure there can be no credit for room nights or meals not taken during your stay.

By entering into this contract you are authorising us to make the above charges as detailed above to the card without any additional consent being required.

Deposits and Payments:
A non-refundable deposit of £50.00 per room is required, payment can be made by credit/debit card or cheque made payable to Highcliffe House. If you wish to settle your final account by cheque please let us know in advance as we may request payment prior to arrival.

Whilst we endeavour to supply your first choice of room we reserve the right to change the accommodation to at least an equal or better room when necessary. There will be no extra charge in the event of an upgrade.

VAT is included at 17½ %, should the rate change your final account will be adjusted.

Arrival and Departure:
Rooms will be ready for occupancy at 3pm on the day of your arrival (earlier by arrangement) this allows you a little extra time before departure where we would ask that you vacate your room by 11.00am. It would be helpful if you could please let us know if you are likely to arrive after 6pm.

May we remind you that Highcliffe House is a completely Non-Smoking establishment and we are sorry that the house is deemed as unsuitable for children and pets.
Thank you for your cooperation