Anne's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Blackbury Camp is an ancient hillfort dating back to the 4th century BC. It is a beautiful and peaceful place to enjoy the amazing bluebells in the Spring.
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Blackbury Camp
Blackbury Camp is an ancient hillfort dating back to the 4th century BC. It is a beautiful and peaceful place to enjoy the amazing bluebells in the Spring.
Get close to nature at this amazing nature reserve. No dogs allowed.
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Seaton Wetlands Nature Reserve
Colyford RoadGet close to nature at this amazing nature reserve. No dogs allowed.
Branscombe Beach
An ideal place to relax and enjoy the coastal scenery.
Walks and views
It's not just a car park as the title suggests! it's part of the East Devon Pebblebed Heath's. A short walk from the car park to the coast path, there are amazing views over the Jurassic Coast. You can also walk freely around the Heath's away from roads.
Mutter's Moor Car Park
Peak Hill RoadIt's not just a car park as the title suggests! it's part of the East Devon Pebblebed Heath's. A short walk from the car park to the coast path, there are amazing views over the Jurassic Coast. You can also walk freely around the Heath's away from roads.
There are plenty of walks to choose from on Salcombe Hill. From level and flat to cross country terrain, through woodlands and steep hills. The views from here are amazing. You can park in the National Trust car park for a fee.
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Salcombe Hill
There are plenty of walks to choose from on Salcombe Hill. From level and flat to cross country terrain, through woodlands and steep hills. The views from here are amazing. You can park in the National Trust car park for a fee.
A beautiful walk through The Byes Riverside Park is a rewarding way to spend some time. The walk is accessible from Riverain and you can walk into Sidmouth (about 20 mins to the town and 30 mins to the beach) or to Sidford for the amazing fish and chips at Bloaters takeaway or a drink at the Blue Ball Inn.
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The Byes Riverside Park
17 Mill StA beautiful walk through The Byes Riverside Park is a rewarding way to spend some time. The walk is accessible from Riverain and you can walk into Sidmouth (about 20 mins to the town and 30 mins to the beach) or to Sidford for the amazing fish and chips at Bloaters takeaway or a drink at the Blue Ball Inn.
Attractions
Dedicated to the welfare of donkeys, the Sanctuary is a 10 min drive from Riverain. It's free entry and lots to see and do for the whole family.
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Donkey Sanctuary
Dunscombe LaneDedicated to the welfare of donkeys, the Sanctuary is a 10 min drive from Riverain. It's free entry and lots to see and do for the whole family.
Art, crafts and sculpture at this interesting gallery in the picturesque village of Beer. Well worth a visit.
Steam Gallery At Beer
Fore StreetArt, crafts and sculpture at this interesting gallery in the picturesque village of Beer. Well worth a visit.
THG is an award-winning public art gallery with a beautiful gift shop full of arts and crafts from local makers.
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Thelma Hulbert Gallery
Dowell StreetTHG is an award-winning public art gallery with a beautiful gift shop full of arts and crafts from local makers.
A delightful trip along the Axe Valley with a view over Seaton Wetlands and panoramic views over the Estuary.
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Seaton Tramway
Harbour RoadA delightful trip along the Axe Valley with a view over Seaton Wetlands and panoramic views over the Estuary.
Food Scene
Blues Wine Bar
33 Fore StreetSeafood restaurant now called Mycas
A warm and friendly welcome for everyone at the Swan. Delicious home made food. Dogs are welcome but not in the dining room. Plenty of outside space.
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The Swan Inn
The StrandA warm and friendly welcome for everyone at the Swan. Delicious home made food. Dogs are welcome but not in the dining room. Plenty of outside space.
Renowned for its delicious carvery all week long, there's a beautiful garden with a play area too.
Hare and Hounds Inn
Renowned for its delicious carvery all week long, there's a beautiful garden with a play area too.
The Salty Monk
Church StreetFine dining at its best, within walking distance of our home
Very close to the seafront, you can dine outside or inside. Booking advisable.
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Dukes
The EsplanadeVery close to the seafront, you can dine outside or inside. Booking advisable.
The Bowd Inn is famous for its carvery for both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Their service is good and they usually have availability. Always good to ring ahead tho.
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The Bowd Inn
A3052The Bowd Inn is famous for its carvery for both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Their service is good and they usually have availability. Always good to ring ahead tho.
The Golden Lion is one of our top recommendations for food. Usually it's fully booked, so plan ahead and ring in advance as much as possible. The service is excellent and the quality of the food is top notch! It's also a beautiful setting close to the River Otter so a nice place for a stroll too.
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The Golden Lion
The Golden Lion is one of our top recommendations for food. Usually it's fully booked, so plan ahead and ring in advance as much as possible. The service is excellent and the quality of the food is top notch! It's also a beautiful setting close to the River Otter so a nice place for a stroll too.