About this property
In the heart of Dartmoor National Park and 15 minutes from the A30, the historic, Bovey Castle sits high on the valley's edge. It offers a spa and golf course, and free parking. The castle is located over 3 floors and overlooks Edwardian gardens, the golf course and the River Bovey. Some bedrooms have views, and all have facilities for making tea and coffee and a TV. There are two restaurant choices for dining, The Great Western Grill, with à la carte menu, offering traditional favorites, meats, grills, steaks, house specials, fish and shellfish. Dishes range from dressed Brixham crab salad to red wine braised oxtail cottage pie, and poached native lobster with truffle macaroni cheese. Also the Smith’s Brasserie offers dishes inspired from the Mediterranean, with countryside views and a fire pit. Bovey Castle also offers a choice of breakfast and afternoon tea. The hotel offers activities, including falconry displays, woodland walks, a indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna, steam room, gym, a range of beauty treatments and a range of activities on site including a 4x4 off road track, sloe gin making, rifle shooting, clay pigeon shooting and archery.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Spa
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
Sustainability
Green Tourism
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Laura
United States“Beautiful grand home with a golf course & walking paths & falconry” - Tamsin
Canada“It felt like a classic English experience, an absolutely fantastic setting.” - Simon
United Kingdom“Hotel was outstanding and the staff were all exceptional.” - Lynn United States“We loved everything about our stay! Wonderful staff, room and views superb and food delish”
- Billie United States“This facility is absolutely stunning and very charming. We visited as part of our 36th wedding anniversary to get away from the big city atmosphere and we're so glad to have chosen this wonderful location as part of our European Holiday! WE WILL...”
- Benjamin United Kingdom“Beautiful setting and lovely staff. In particular, Isaac who ran the shooting, Rob and Paul on the bar (although all the bar staff were excellent), and Anna and Daisy in the spa. They could not have been more welcoming, friendly and helpful. It...”
- Hala United Kingdom“This is our third time at Bovey Castle .. we were among the last group of guests just before lockdown. It’s a special place for us. It’s so beautiful and the staff are great.”
- Heidi United States“Location and scenery are beautiful, great golfing and lots of fun activities.”
- Stephen United States“Attention to detail. Perfectly maintained. Classy.”
- Richard United Kingdom“Bovey castl;e is in a beautiful location. The staff were universally helpful and friendly. We did a number of activities whilst there (archery, air rifles, gin/cider making, birds of prey) and all the instructors were great (knowledgable and...”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Smiths Brasserie
- CuisineMediterranean
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Great Western Grill
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 15 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
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.
The fine print
- Rooms are serviced daily, and lodges every 3 days.
- Children may use the indoor pool between 09:00 and 17:00 when accompanied by an adult.
Please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
- The property cannot accept bookings of more than 4 rooms or 2 lodges.
- If you are traveling with children, please ensure any requests you make are confirmed.
- Spa treatments and activities can be booked for an extra charge and it is recommended this is done prior to arrival to avoid disappointment.
- Please pre-book all dinner and breakfast requirements.
- Lodge guests access to all hotel facilities including dining, and there is a limited food offering to the lodges.
- One dog can be accommodated at the property in the Single, & Classic rooms and 2 medium size dogs in the Castle, Valley and Family Rooms for an additional fee of GBP 25 per dog per night. Guests must inform the property when booking if bringing a dog. Please note the following with regard to their stay:
- All dogs must be aged 6 months or over and fully house-trained;
- Dogs must be kept on a lead around the estate (please avoid walking on the golf course);
- Dogs are welcome in the hotel in the bedrooms, Cathedral Room, the Library, the seating area under the main stairs and the South Terrace;
- Dogs are not allowed in the Oak Bar, The Adam Room and the Great Western Grill.
- Should you wish to have your dog with you at dinner there are a limited number of dog friendly tables available Smith's Brasserie so please pre-book. Alternatively we are able to serve dinner in the Cathedral Room should you wish to dine with your dog;
- Dogs are not allowed on any furniture, and should you wish to leave them for a short while while you are in the hotel we can provide a crate for them on request.
Please inform Bovey Castle 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 response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
