This recently converted 200-year-old original mill house is located on the banks of the river Exe in Exeter. Headweir Mill House features a garden, free parking and free WiFi, just a 10-minute walk from Exeter Cathedral. All rooms are en suite and feature hot drink making facilities including Nespresso® coffee machines, flat-screen smart TV's, luxury beds and bedding, complimentary toiletries, hairdryers and ironing facilities. Some rooms have garden and river views. University of Exeter is 0.9 mi and Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 3.7 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 6.8 mi from Headweir Mill House.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
8.8

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Phillip
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The room was comfortable and private, while still being attached to a Pub and restaurant.
  • Sophie
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Elemis products! Clean, bright room. Lovely decor and very comfortable bed. I slept really well.
  • Robert
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Excellent rooms, super staff who went the extra mile.
  • Tracy
    the United States the United States
    Location on the river was beautiful abd outside dining n view tgere. Waiters women upstairs were gracious n excellent n kind. Good decent but not great. Downstairs pub food really overcooked n staff bartenders. Great great shower n...
  • Evette
    the United States the United States
    River views were relaxing. Restaurant was top notch. Room was comfortable.
  • Kathleen
    the United States the United States
    The hotel was walking distance to the city with a beautiful garden overlooking the River. The restaurant was excellent and the staff were friendly and welcoming. We love our spacious room with a comfy king bed and all the facilities were modern...
  • Robert
    Canada Canada
    Room is large with everything you would want. Bonus outdoor patio.
  • Christopher
    the United States the United States
    Comfortable for breakfast and afternoon refreshments. The view of the river and weir from the room and restaurants as well as riverside was lovely.
  • Robin
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Breakfast was very good. Location was perfect for visiting the city. Parking was ample. View of river from room was great. Peaceful at night so got a good night sleep.
  • Frank
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Nice quiet room overlooking river close to town centre.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Mill on the Exe
    • Cuisine
      British • Local
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of Mill on the Exe
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • Key access

    General

    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Soundproof
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Mill on the Exe takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    Check-out
    From 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this hotel
    American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroCash is not accepted

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Minor works to complete the Exeter flood defense scheme will continue outside the property during the autumn/winter of 2019 and 2020 which can involve contractors working in close proximity to the garden/river elevation of the building. The property anticipate there only being a minor impact on the view from the room. Works usually only take place Monday – Friday between the hours of 8:00 and 18:00.

    Please note that Headweir Mill House does not have air conditioning as it is a listed building in a conservation area.

    FAQs about Mill on the Exe

    • Check-in at Mill on the Exe is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

    • Mill on the Exe offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • The prices at Mill on the Exe may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

      • Guests staying at Mill on the Exe can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.1).

        Breakfast option(s) include:

        • Continental
        • Full English/Irish
        • Vegetarian
        • Vegan
        • Gluten-free
        • À la carte
      • Mill on the Exe has 1 restaurant:

        • The Mill on the Exe
      • Mill on the Exe is 0.6 miles from the center of Exeter. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Room options at Mill on the Exe include:

        • Suite
        • Twin/Double
        • Double