Nestling beside the West Dart River, in 60 acres of private grounds at the very heart of the Dartmoor National Park, the hotel is reminiscent of a bygone age of opulence with the added extravagance of today's little luxuries.
Built in 1794 as a coaching inn at the opening of the trans-moor turnpike, the property was originally called 'The Saracen's Head'. It only gained its present name in the early 1900s when the modern road was completed.
The comfortable lounges, with log fires and leather armchairs, are the ideal place to relax after a day on the moor.
The hotel has acquired a deserved reputation for excellence in the conference and business meeting sector primarily because of the care we take in tailoring all arrangements to individual clients' requirements.
The stunning Fountain Room enjoys considerable natural daylight with 5 sets of patio doors opening onto private gardens with views of the moor beyond - a perfect combination of functionality and tranquility. With its innovative design, this is a fairly recent addition to the hotel and is ideal for weddings, private functions and conferences/meetings.
The main conference room can comfortably able to accommodate 150 delegates theatre style.
Syndicate facilities are available in the Music Room and Georgian Room.
The Georgian is a magnificent oak-panelled room with ornate hand painted plasterwork and is also perfect for private dinner parties.
Hotel Facilities
General
Restaurant,
Bar,
Free Parking,
Parking ,
Pets Allowed.
Activities
Cycling,
Fishing.
Services
Fax/Photocopying,
Internet Services,
Meeting/Banquet Facilities.
Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
Check In / Check Out
You may check in from 14:00 hours onwards.
You must check out by 11:00 hours.
Cancellations
If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site.
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Internet
Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Deposit
No deposit will be charged.
Children and extra beds
All children are welcome.
All children under 1 year stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years are charged GBP 10.00 per night and person for cots.
All older children or adults are charged GBP 25.00 per night and person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 2.
Payment - We accept
Visa,
Maestro,
Master Card,
American Express,
Diners Card.
Room information
The hotel boasts 33 elegantly furnished rooms which retain a distinctive individuality.
The Country Bedrooms have all the modern facilities one has come to expect of a quality hotel yet still retain their old world charm. Many have views across the lawns to The River Dart and Moor beyond. Delightful en-suite bedroom.
The hotel's Tors Restaurant boasts a coveted AA two Red Rosette Award with interesting and diverse menus, featuring the very finest local produce.
Directions
The hotel stands at the junction of the Ashburton/Tavistock and Mortonhampstead/Yelverton roads. Tavistock is on the A386, about 20 miles north of Plymouth and on the western edge of Dartmoor in West Devon.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation