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Dartington Hall

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Scored 8
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.4
  • View
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Luggage storage
  • Heating
  • Parking on site

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About this property

Situated in the Devon countryside, just 8 minutes’ drive from Totnes Railway Station, the historic Dartington Hall boasts a medieval courtyard, beautifully landscaped gardens, and free parking. Dartington Courtyard Rooms offer an informal and unique setting on a 1200-acre estate amongst 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 en-suite 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Classic British Hotels
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Buffet

    • Free parking available on-site

    • Loyal customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Room type
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1 double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
1 double 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

  • Sergey
    Portugal Portugal
    “It was a medieval estate: the building and especially gardens look beautiful. The cafes and the pub serve good food.”
  • Vicky
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Dartington Hall is a fabulous place to stay - interesting buildings, lovely setting, free range of the beautiful gardens and a pub on site. What's not to like?”
  • Tania
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautiful surroundings, peaceful and so much history. A variety of cafes to eat, lovely food and fantastic service. The grounds are incredible, lovely nature trails”
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Fantastic location in a beautiful historic building. lovely gardens and a tranquil atmosphere.”
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Room, location, the estate as a whole, breakfast, kindly staff”
  • Jenny
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “comfortable. Gorgeous setting. Loved my walk in the gardens in the evening, and along the river the next day.”
  • Alan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The gardens. Loved the fact that we could walk in the gardens after breakfast and in the evening. Really appreciated the peaceful atmosphere”
  • Elizabeth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Breakfast was excellent Loved the bathrobe The quad was beautiful”
  • Elizabeth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Breakfast was ok. If you didn’t get to breakfast at 7.30 . 8.00 the coffee wasn’t very hot. Bread and butter excellent.”
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Breakfast fine but bacon stiff with age - I did sneak in kate”

Host Information

Company review score: 8.9Based on 1,809 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

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.

Neighbourhood information

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

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • White Hart Bar & Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
£5 per stay
2 years
Cot 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 cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots 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

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

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

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

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

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

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

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