Gidleigh Park

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Nestled in a wooded valley, Gidleigh Park boasts 107 acres of mature grounds, within the wilds of Dartmoor. With a 2 Michelin starred fine dining restaurant, this estate is just 6 minutes’ drive from Chagford.

This quintessential country house hotel has free Wi-Fi throughout and offers individually styled accommodation with views over the grounds. The rooms feature a flat-screen TV and an en suite bathroom. The self-contained cottage boasts an open plan living area and 2 bedrooms.

In the mornings, Gidleigh Park serves full English breakfast, with continental options. The restaurant serves imaginative dishes, prepared using locally sourced produce. The kitchen garden provides fresh herbs and fruit. Meals can be complemented by a fine wine from the large wine cellar.

The Gidleigh Park estate offers several walking routes and a boot room for guests’ use. The grounds are also home to resident honeybees. The country house is ideally located for exploring the popular local route which follows Mariners Way, between Kestor and Gidleigh. Free private parking is available in the grounds.