We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Dartmoor, UK. We have also included accommodation in holiday homes, historic buildings, apartments, villas, country estates, manor houses, guest houses, lodges, monasteries, romantic hotels and wineries. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Bed and Breakfast.Great value. Popular among couples. Situated in Okehampton, in a historic building, 36 km from Newton Abbot Racecourse, Tawburn House Boutique B & B is a bed and breakfast with a garden and shared lounge. Built in 19th century, the property includes sauna and hot tub. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. In some units there is a dressing room for guests to change in. Full English/Irish and vegetarian breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruits and juice are available each morning at the bed and breakfast. As an added convenience, Tawburn House Boutique B & B offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Okehampton, like cycling, hiking and walking tours. Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 40 km from Tawburn House Boutique B & B, while Castle Drogo is 13 km from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 44 km from the bed and breakfast.Show full description
This bed and breakfast is popular among couples travelling to Dartmoor.
Guest House.Historic. Well linked to the M5, this 15th-century manor house stands in 4 acres of gardens, with glorious countryside views and a rich history. Collaven Manor is in the North West of Dartmoor. The bedrooms at Collaven Manor are full of character, with wood-beamed ceilings and spectacular views over Dartmoor and the surrounding countryside. Built of granite and covered in creeper plants, the manor has a traditional English feel. Guests can even choose a room with a luxury four-poster bed. Guests can enjoy flowerbeds, birdsong and spacious lawns where one can play bowls, croquet or enjoy Afternoon Tea. An intimate bar-lounge offers winter log fires or cool summer shelter.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Historic property. Great value. Popular among couples. Built around the famous South Zeal Menhir Standing Stone, this 12th-century manor house is set in its own 4-acre monastery gardens in a pretty Devonshire village. A granite Tudor porch leads to a 536-year-old bar with a roaring log fire, and there is free WiFi and free parking on site. Home to a 14th century pirate It was once visited for a month by Charles Dickens and is the subject of a great many literary works. The Oxenham Arms Hotel Devon boasts traditionally furnished rooms, which retain charming old original features like wooden beams and stone walls. The Oxenham Arms Hotel Devon is one of the oldest inns in England. Each room is decorated with antiques, and also benefits from a TV and an en-suite bathroom or shower room. The AA Rosette awarded restaurant has picturesque views of Dartmoor. Guests can enjoy seasonal lunches, evening meals, and bar food - prepared using high-quality local produce. An array of activities are offered in the area, such as golfing and horse riding. The hotel also offers free use of bicycles and car hire. Exeter is 20 miles from The Oxenham Arms Hotel Devon. The A30 road can be reached within 3 miles.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most HISTORIC boutique hotel in Dartmoor.
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Nestled in a wooded valley, Gidleigh Park boasts 107 acres of mature grounds, within the wilds of Dartmoor. With an award winning restaurant, this estate is just 6 minutes’ drive from Chagford. This quintessential country house hotel has free WiFi 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 a full English breakfast, with continental options. The award winning 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.Show full description
This is likely one of the most ELEGANT boutique hotels in Dartmoor.
Bed and Breakfast.Romantic. Great value. Featuring garden views, Westerley Country B & B with exclusive Guest lounge offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 22 km from Newton Abbot Racecourse. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 39 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium. The spacious bed and breakfast includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer and a walk-in shower. A private entrance leads guests into the bed and breakfast, where they can enjoy some fruits and chocolates or cookies. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. Buffet and continental breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruits and juice are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Totnes Castle is 7 km from Westerley Country B & B with exclusive Guest lounge, while Watermans Arms is 12 km away. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 44 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most romantic bed and breakfasts in Dartmoor. It also has GREAT AFFORDABILITY.
Holiday Home.Lively. Nice surroundings. Set just 8.7 km from Newton Abbot Racecourse, Dartmoor Reach Alpaca Farm Heated Cabins features accommodation in Bovey Tracey with access to massage services, a garden, as well as luggage storage space. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 23 km from Dartmoor Reach Alpaca Farm Heated Cabins, while Riviera International Centre is 21 km from the property. There is free private parking and the property offers paid airport shuttle service. Some units in the holiday home have private entrance and are fitted with desk and outdoor furniture. Some accommodation includes a patio with garden views, a fully equipped kitchenette and a private bathroom with shower. For those nights when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to have groceries delivered. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bovey Tracey, like cycling, fishing and hiking. The holiday home has a barbecue, outdoor fireplace and sun terrace. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 27 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most LIVELY holiday homes in Dartmoor.
Bed and Breakfast.Nice surroundings. Popular among women. Lobhill Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast and Self Catering Accommodation is set in the heart of the West Devon countryside. Okehampton and Tavistock are within easy reach and Glorious Dartmoor is just 4 miles away. This award winning property offers a warm welcome and luxury, spacious, comfortable accommodation ... all with en-suite bathrooms. Lobhill Farmhouse Estate welcomes guest to enjoy the large garden and summer house and walks through Lobhill Woods to the pond and nearby Alder Vineyard and Winery. Lobhill Farmhouse, ideally situated to explore both Devon and Cornwall, is a perfect base for walkers, West Country exploration, the coastal path, the Tarka Trail and cycling holidays.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Lively. Great bar. Still maintaining much of its original features, Eastwrey Barton Country House is a Georgian country house situated in the Dartmoor National Park. There is free Wi-Fi access in all guest rooms and free on-site parking. The rooms at Eastwrey Barton Country House each feature a flat-screen TV, a radio, a seating area, tea and coffee making facilities and a hairdryer. They also include an en suite bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Every morning a full Devon breakfast using fresh local produce is served in the bright dining room. The bar offers a selection of local beers, cider and soft drinks as well as a comprehensive range of wines and spirits. From the bed and breakfast, Castle Drogo is 7 miles away. Lydford Gorge is a 40-minute journey by car and Buckland Abbey is 47 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Creative. Great bar.Opened February 2021. The Tors features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Okehampton. The property is around 19 km from Castle Drogo, 19 km from Lydford Castle and 36 km from Launceston Castle. The property is non-smoking and is located 44 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium. Guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At The Tors each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Okehampton, like hiking and cycling. Morwellham Quay is 38 km from The Tors, while Cotehele House is 43 km away. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 48 km from the hotel.Show full description
Holiday Home.Delightful property. Superb interior design. Boasting a hot tub, Briardene Cottage - A Superb Bijou Retreat with Jacuzzi near an Excellent Village Pub is located in Yelverton. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is situated 10 km from Morwellham Quay. The spacious holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Marsh Mills is 14 km from Briardene Cottage - A Superb Bijou Retreat with Jacuzzi near an Excellent Village Pub, while Cathedral Church of St Mary and St Boniface is 16 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newquay Cornwall Airport, 83 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This is likely one of the most WELL DESIGNED holiday homes in Dartmoor.
Holiday Home.Lovely property. Gorgeous surroundings. Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Strelna Coach House - Gateway to the Moor, Dartmoor is situated in Bovey Tracey, 12 km from Newton Abbot Racecourse and 29 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. Castle Drogo is 21 km from Strelna Coach House - Gateway to the Moor, Dartmoor, while Riviera International Centre is 22 km from the property. The property features barbecue facilities and outdoor furniture. The spacious holiday home with a terrace and garden views has 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. This holiday home is allergy-free and non-smoking. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bovey Tracey, like snorkelling, windsurfing and diving. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, fishing and canoeing are possible in the surroundings. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 33 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment. Housed in a historic building, Rural 17th century barn studio apartment features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi in Cheriton Bishop, 25 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium. It is set 7.7 km from Castle Drogo and offers bicycle parking. The apartment features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views. Powderham Castle is 28 km from the apartment, while Tiverton Castle is 33 km from the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 38 km from Newton Abbot Racecourse. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 29 km from Rural 17th century barn studio apartment.Show full description
Holiday Home.Hip. Great views. Offering mountain views, Dartmoor Barn on North Hessary Tor is an accommodation located in Yelverton, 17 km from Morwellham Quay and 22 km from Lydford Castle. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge. Cotehele House is 22 km from Dartmoor Barn on North Hessary Tor, while Marsh Mills is 27 km from the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 39 km from Newton Abbot Racecourse. The holiday home has 1 bedroom, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 61 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This is one of the coolest holiday homes in Dartmoor. It also has outstanding views!
Lodge.Relaxing atmosphere. Featuring garden views, The Old Mill Shepherds Hut provides accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 21 km from Lydford Castle. It features a garden, a terrace, river views and free WiFi throughout the property. The lodge comes with 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a dining area, and a bathroom. Towels and bed linen are featured in the lodge. The lodge offers a barbecue. If you would like to discover the area, hiking, fishing and cycling are possible in the surroundings and The Old Mill Shepherds Hut can arrange a bicycle rental service. Castle Drogo is 24 km from the accommodation, while Launceston Castle is 38 km away. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 54 km from The Old Mill Shepherds Hut.Show full description
This might be one of the most RELAXING lodges in Dartmoor.
Boutique hotel.Charming. Lovely interior design. Popular among women. One Drake Road provides a Bed and Breakfast offering a drawing room, family kitchen, courtyard garden and self catering two bedroom apartment. This provides a room service breakfast tray at a small additional charge. One Drake Road and Apartments is located just a 2-minute walk from the Tavistock Town Hall and Pannier Market and 2.3km to Dartmoor National Park. The 7 bedrooms are individually decorated featuring full length mirrors, radios and fresh ground coffee and tea trays. The popular naval City of Plymouth is 23 km away where guests can catch trains directly to Paddington London or coaches to London Victoria. Torquay on the English Riviera is 52 km from The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 75 km from the property.Show full description
This is likely the most creative, cosy and stylish boutique hotel in Dartmoor. WOW!
Holiday Home.Charming. Popular among women. Located in Lydford, 300 metres from Lydford Castle and 22 km from Morwellham Quay, LYDONIA BARN provides accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. It is situated 26 km from Launceston Castle and offers private check-in and check-out. Marsh Mills is 36 km from the holiday home and Cathedral Church of St Mary and St Boniface is 38 km away. The holiday home is equipped with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views. The unit is soundproofed and includes a tiled floors as well as a fireplace. The property has an outdoor dining area. For guests with children, the holiday home features a baby safety gate. A bicycle rental service is available at LYDONIA BARN, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Cotehele House is 27 km from the accommodation, while Castle Drogo is 33 km away. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 62 km from LYDONIA BARN.Show full description
Apartment.Great location. Located in Haytor and only 15 km from Newton Abbot Racecourse, Haytor Court, Haytor, Dartmoor provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This recently renovated apartment is located 33 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium and 24 km from Totnes Castle. Featuring a DVD player, the spacious apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room, a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is set 24 km from Castle Drogo. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. For guests with children, the apartment offers a baby safety gate. Hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Riviera International Centre is 25 km from Haytor Court, Haytor, Dartmoor, while Watermans Arms is 28 km away. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 37 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Guest House.Popular among couples. Set in Moretonhampstead, Cookshayes Country Guest House has a shared lounge, garden and free WiFi. Free private parking is available on site. All guest rooms in the guest house are fitted with a kettle. At Cookshayes Country Guest House all rooms include a wardrobe, a TV and a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast. Guests at Cookshayes Country Guest House will be able to enjoy activities in and around Moretonhampstead, like cycling. Torquay is 32 km from the guest house, while Exeter is 23 km from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 36 km from Cookshayes Country Guest House.Show full description
Elegant. Great views. Popular among couples. With breathtaking views over the Tamar Valley, the Horn of Plenty offers an award-winning restaurant and elegant, luxurious accommodation in 5 acres of spectacular gardens. Dating from the 19th century, the hotel is rich in historic character and original charm. A beautiful country house, it is privately owned and run and with just 16 rooms, offering a warm welcome and friendly personalised service. Rooms in the main house offer traditional elegance and classic design. There is also free Wi-Fi and free parking. The coach house rooms are more contemporary in style and have large LCD flat-screen TVs and DVD players. The bathrooms have modern bathroom suites, large walk-in power showers and some rooms have wet rooms. The restaurant has been awarded 2 AA Rosettes and serves superb cuisine, made with the finest, freshest locally sourced produce. The Horn of Plenty is 20 minutes' drive from the A30 and Plymouth can be reached in 30 minutes by car. Dartmoor National Park, the Tamar Valley, the Eden Project and Buckland Abbey can be found in the surrounding area.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Historic. Great value. Featuring free WiFi, Middletown Farmhouse B&B offers accommodation in the picturesque village of Sampford Courtenay, 8 km from Okehampton. Free private parking is available on site. Rooms are fitted with a flat screen TV, tea/coffee making facilities, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Plymouth is 49 km from Middletown Farmhouse B&B, while Exeter is 30 km away. Exeter International Airport is 38 km from the property.Show full description
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