The Driftwood Inn - Starcross
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The Driftwood Inn Starcross: family-run pub with restaurant, garden, and free parking near Dawlish Warren Beach
Accommodations & Amenities
The Driftwood Inn offers family rooms with private bathrooms, each equipped with a work desk, TV, and wardrobe. Tea and coffee makers are provided in all rooms, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. Guests also benefit from free on-site private parking and non-smoking rooms across the inn.
Dining Experience
The on-site restaurant at Driftwood Inn Starcross serves British and Steakhouse cuisines for lunch and dinner. The traditional family-friendly restaurant offers vegetarian and vegan options, plus kids' meals and a selection of wine or champagne. A bar is available for evening drinks, and the Sunday carvery is a regular highlight.
Leisure & Outdoor Spaces
The Driftwood Inn features a garden and terrace where guests can relax outdoors. CCTV is installed in common areas and outside the property, with fire extinguishers for safety. Nearby water sports are available around Dawlish Warren Beach, located 2 km from the inn.
Family-Friendly Facilities
The Driftwood Inn Starcross provides family rooms and kids' meals to accommodate families with children. The traditional family-friendly restaurant serves lunch and dinner, with vegetarian and vegan options for all ages. Pets are allowed, and the garden offers a safe play area supervised by CCTV.
Location & Accessibility
The Driftwood Inn is 3 km from Powderham Castle and 2 km from Dawlish Warren Beach. Exeter International Airport is 18 km away, making it accessible for travelers. Free on-site private parking is available, and the inn is a short walk from the Starcross ferry terminal to Exmouth.
- Family-friendly restaurant with British and Steakhouse cuisines
- Free on-site private parking and garden terrace
- Family rooms with private bathrooms and tea/coffee makers
- Dawlish Warren Beach 2 km, Powderham Castle 3 km
- Kids' meals and vegetarian/vegan options available
- Pets allowed and CCTV security throughout
Rooms and availability

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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Bed options:1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Facilities
Main facilities
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Flat-screen TV
Children's menu
Cots
Services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Essential information about The Driftwood Inn
| 💵 Lowest room price | 59 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 800 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 19.9 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Exeter International, EXT |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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