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Dartington Hall

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Dartington Hall
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Scored 8
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.4

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About this property

Located in the Devon countryside, just 8 minutes’ drive from Totnes Railway Station, the historic Dartington Hall features a medieval courtyard, beautifully landscaped gardens, and free parking. Dartington Courtyard Rooms offer an informal and unique setting on a 1200-acre estate among medieval buildings, listed gardens, local foods, vibrant arts and craft offers, and a dynamic small-scale college learning community. Most bedrooms at Dartington Hall feature an private bathroom and all guests have access to free tea/coffee making facilities and Wi-Fi. The on-site award-winning restaurant offers an a la carte menu, and each carefully prepared dish is made of locally sourced ingredients Guests can reach the coast and the seaside resort of Paignton in 20 minutes’ drive. Torquay is 12 miles from the property and the picturesque Dartmoor National Park is only 2 and half miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

  • Free Parking Available On Site

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Room Type
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1 full bed
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 full bed
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
  • ECOsmart
    ECOsmart

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Miriam
    United States United States
    “Breakfast was great. The location and grounds are spectacularly beautiful. The whole place felt like a retreat.”
  • Charlie
    Bermuda Bermuda
    “Love the grounds, buildings and facilities! Excellent brekkie and good pub!”
  • Zoe
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Historic building, quiet, comfortable. Good value, lovely staff. Natural environment, gardens and river walk”
  • Ruth
    United States United States
    “Beautiful grounds. Very friendly wait staff. Good value for money. Comfortable beds”
  • Siân
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Amazing room, stunning views onto the grand court. Restaurant was very good and there's a handy lounge downstairs from the bedroom so we could socialise with the baby on the monitor. Staff friendly and helpful. We had a separate bathroom but there...”
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The whole experience was amazing. The room had everything and more than what we expected. The setting was gorgeous and staff extremely helpful.”
  • Scott
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “A fantastic and a 'one of a kind' location. The White Hart pub is conveniently located within the Hall's grounds and serves excellent food. We would stay again.”
  • Anna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautiful location (expected, but surpassed expectations). Staff warm, friendly and helpful (unexpected, definitely surpassed expectations). Right priorities - immaculate bedlinen, towels and robe, preservation of the character of the place, use...”
  • Susanna
    Germany Germany
    “The location is beautiful. Love the gardens and the historic buildings. The breakfast was great.”
  • Simon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “the location was good and views are beautiful,staff very friendly,just so happened to have live music which was a welcomed surprise”

Host Info

Company review score: 8.9Based on 1,800 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Dartington Hall is an inspiring destination near Totnes, Devon, where you can remove yourself from the hustle and bustle of modern life. At Dartington, you’ll stay in rooms facing our medieval listed courtyard or our great lawn, with easy access to over 800 acres of glorious Grade 2* listed gardens and the best in local and seasonal food and drink at 'The White Hart' bar and restaurant. Our 14th century Barn Cinema shows a wide film programme and we offer activities on the estate for groups including teambuilding, orienteering, archery, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking, foraging and bush craft and much more. Dartington Hall boasts first class conference facilities providing a glorious backdrop with a range of comfortable, well-equipped rooms, with an abundance of natural light and a pleasant outlook. Rooms at Dartington Hall are set around the medieval courtyard, with a mix of Doubles, Twins, Singles and Suites. Dartington Hall itself is a Grade 1 listed building, steeped in rich heritage and history.

Neighborhood info

Things to do Dartington Hall is superbly situated for those who want to get the most out of Devon. Exeter and Plymouth are easily accessible via the nearby A38, and between the two lies the stunning, windswept landscapes and rocky tors of Dartmoor National Park. Travelling in the opposite direction will lead you to the pretty seaside towns of Torbay, including Torquay and Brixham, and many miles of spectacular coastal paths. At Dartington, you’ll stay in rooms facing our medieval listed courtyard or great lawn, with easy access to over 800 acres of glorious Grade 2* listed gardens, the best in local and seasonal food and drink at The White Hart bar and restaurant & the Green Table Cafe, a wide film programme at the 14th century Barn Cinema, a shopping centre packed with unique gifts and treats for everyone, and much more. The crystal-clear River Dart runs through the Dartington estate, offering opportunities for canoeing and fly-fishing – or you can simply stroll along the riverbank via our many miles of woodland paths. You can find out about walking around the estate here.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • White Hart Bar & Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
£5 per stay
2 years old
Crib upon request
£5 per stay
Extra bed upon request
£15 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
£15 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

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

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Dartington Hall of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.