Masons Arms Branscombe, Devon, EX12 3DJ

  • 28 bedrooms

Idyllic Thatched Inn a Short Stroll from the Beach

The Masons Arms is a beautifully refurbished pub on the Jurassic Coast, dating to the 14th century. Surrounded by rolling countryside, the pub is a short walk from Branscombe Beach and featured in the “100 Best Places to Stay in the UK” by The Times. Their boutique style bedrooms are the perfect choice for exploring the South West Coast Path, discovering the dramatic cliffs of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site or simply unwinding in a blissful setting.

Facilties & Amenities

  • Beer Garden
  • Breakfast
  • Craft Beer
  • Dog Friendly Rooms
  • Family Friendly
  • Log Fires
  • Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • WiFi

Bedrooms

With everything you need for a weekend break in the country, and the beach just a 10-minute stroll from your room, find your perfect home away from home. Choose from 28 en-suite bedrooms. Rooms are located both within the main inn and in charming, converted cottages, providing a range of options suited to couples, families, guests travelling with dogs, and those requiring good accessibility. The atmosphere is cosy and characterful, making it easy to settle in after a day spent walking the Coast Path or exploring Devon’s villages. If you are planning to bring a dog, you must ensure that a dog-friendly room has been booked prior to arrival.

Add a dog to your stay at the checkout after selecting a pet-friendly room.

Telegraph Travel wrote: “This 14th-century creeper-clad inn on east Devon’s Jurassic Coast is the complete package, with 28 newly refurbished bedrooms, a firelit bar, friendly service and delicious food. A long shingle beach with dramatic cliffs and access to the South West Coast Path are a short walk away.” Expert Rating 9/10

Food & Drink

Food is central to the experience at The Masons Arms. Championing Devon produce, expect contemporary takes on pub classics, sumptuous seasonal specials and dreamy desserts. Exposed beams, stone floors and open fires add to the sense of tradition. The bar serves award-winning St Austell beers, local ales, fine wines, and barista coffee. Breakfast is freshly prepared for overnight guests, offering a hearty start before heading out to the beach or onto the South West Coast Path. In the summertime, drink and dine al fresco on the terrace. Given its popularity, booking ahead is advisable, especially during weekends and in the holiday season.

Nearby

Branscombe Beach – Peaceful pebble beach on the Jurassic Coast, ideal for coastal walks (1 mile).

South West Coast Path – Scenic long-distance trail with dramatic cliff-top views (0.5 miles).

Seaton – Seaside town with tramway and access to the Axe Estuary (3 miles).

Beer – Charming fishing village with white cliffs and galleries (5 miles).