The Salty Monk Bed & Breakfast

Blown away by the creativity and execution of the menu. My wife and I had a memorable early Valentines supper. Our hosts were extremely attentive and engaging, they happily answered all my questions regarding the dishes. Will certainly be going again (hopefully soon!)

We needed a break, nothing too far away, and we wanted somewhere relaxing. I have passed by the Salty Monk and always thought I would like to stay there, and I am so glad we did, lovely room and location. Perfect stay, had a wonderful bath and steam shower, breakfast was first class, the owner was friendly and helpful and nothing was to much trouble for them.

The location was great for our purposes and the parking was good. Breakfasts were excellent, there was a nice patio and garden out the back. Well-run family B&B. The principal negatives were the noise (our suite overlooked the main road) and the very spasmodic Wi-Fi. At this price point it was disappointing.

Ample parking. Initial impressions were good but the welcome was certainly not warm. We had booked their supposedly deluxe room and on first impressions, it looked lovely but on closer inspection, there were quite a number of issues. The king size bed was 2 singles put together, fair enough but there was a big dip in the middle of the bed. No instructions on how to use the shower and after trying to work it out, I had burned my ankle with the steam and hurt my eyes trying to use the shampoo etc., which was difficult to get the pump working. After I had used the shower, it just would not go on for my partner to use. The bath was absolutely lovely but on enjoying that you look up and see the dirty light and a fan full of cobwebs and dust!! Towels are changed next day but cafetiere was overlooked and we had to ask for a fresh one. It's a pre-order breakfast but it's 1 of everything and only sourdough bread. I was hungry the second morning however it was a great sausage. Owner spoke on the last day but had strongly critiqued another table who had questioned their order. She was very unapproachable and not around when guests were leaving but to cap it all...just leaving and pulled bed blanket down to find on my side of the bed a painted toe nail. Photos to follow.

An outstanding evening spent here, the four course menu couldn’t be faulted. Kicking off with a delicious mini soup to whet the appetite, followed by a varied, interesting and most delicious ‘small plates’ course, followed by the star of the show medallion of beef, the sauce was outstanding, the tortellini unique and such a creative and refreshing change to fries. We topped this off with cheese and biscuits and the ginger & apricot sponge, both delicious. What was such a bonus is that we only had to go up a few stairs for a night in the comfiest bed ever. The Salty Monk is excellent in every way and the owners are also 5 star.

Just stayed at The Salty Mink for our double birthday celebration. Well worth the journey down. The Iris suite was one of the best I've stayed in. Spacious and comfortable. Had a couple of the breakfasts and really enjoyed them. The cook was certainly top notch. Partook in an afternoon tea and the sandwiches,scones, and cakes were a memorable birthday treat. Absolutely love The Salty Monk and will return again. Ideally located for Seaton and Sidmouth.