Dartmoor National Park is one of just 15 in the UK, and covers an area of about 368 square miles. The area draws vacationers looking to relax or to take part in outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling. Hotels within the park often have large open space surrounding them, creating tranquil vacation spots.
The Two Bridges Hotel is a 33-room establishment based within the Dartmoor park itself. Guests can enjoy the quiet natural beauty that the park surroundings bring, while still being close to sightseeing attractions. The hotel's restaurant offers up well prepared classic British dishes, as well as traditional Sunday roast meals. Guest rooms can be either standard or premier, which offers the addition of a four-poster bed and whirlpool bath. Guests also can choose to stay in the Vivien Leigh bedroom, so called because it is the room the Hollywood star stayed in when she would visit the area.
Two Bridges Hotel
Two Bridges, Dartmoor
Devon, UK PL20 6SW
011-44-018-2289-0581
twobridges.co.uk
Gidleigh Park hotel was built as a private residence in 1928, and was converted into a hotel in 1977. Set within Dartmoor Park, the surrounding area offers beautiful natural walks and views. The hotel's restaurant has held a two-star Michelin rating since 1999, producing fresh, locally-sourced, high-quality food. The hotel offers a varied range of luxury guest rooms including three spa suites, offering saunas, steam rooms, heated beds and large double bath tubs.
Gidleigh Park Hotel
Gidleigh Park
Chagford
Devon, UK TQ13 8HH
011-44-016-4743-2367
gidleigh.com
Set within Dartmoor Park, Ilsington Country House is surrounded by natural beauty as well as 10 acres of its own landscaped gardens. The hotel has its own indoor pool, as well as a sauna and spa pool. Gym and tennis courts also can be found within walking distance of the hotel. The restaurant at the hotel offers locally-sourced, quality food along with dinner specials. The hotel's gardens and facilities also are available for weddings.
Ilsington Country House Hotel
Ilsington Village
Devon, UK TQ13 9RR
011-44-013-6466-1452
ilsington.co.uk
Set in the Devon village of Bovey Tracey, the Edgemoor Country House Hotel offers scenic views and its own relaxing landscaped gardens. Working with local golf courses, the hotel can offer guest discounts on greens fees and also access to local falconry displays. The on-site restaurant makes use of local Devon caught fish and game in their varied menu. Most of the 13 guest rooms come with complimentary Wi-Fi and all have en suite bathrooms.
Edgemoor Country House Hotel
Haytor Road, Bovey Tracey
Devon, UK TQ13 9LE
edgemoor.co.uk
