Surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of Dartmoor National Park, the Globe Inn is rich in original character and traditional charm, with open fires, home-cooked food, good wines and real ales.
Nicholas
United Kingdom
Old village pub/b&b. Staff all lovely personal touch .
Nestled in a wooded valley, Gidleigh Park features 107 acres of mature grounds, within the wilds of Dartmoor. With an award winning restaurant, this estate is just 6 minutes’ drive from Chagford.
Sonia
United States of America
Everything! We were so sad to leave. We love travel so have stayed in some amazing hotels across the world (including other Relais & Chateaux properties), but after our stay at Gidleigh Park, we realized this might have been the BEST hotel ever - even including some very special Japanese ryokans.
What made it so wonderful:
- The staff were all so genuinely nice. We had a lot of odd requests (since I’m pregnant and my husband has very specific dietary preferences), and I’m sure they secretly thought we were total weirdos, but they did a great job covering this up - no request was too strange! Examples: 1.) my husband became addicted to Innocent smoothies during our stay in England and insisted on having some every day (…even in a Michelin-starred hotel), so they kept them in the fridge for us and brought out the bottles whenever he wanted to pour a glass; 2.) I went down each morning to have breakfast but my husband prefers to sleep in, so I would request a takeaway homemade croissant for him. This request alone wasn’t too bad perhaps, but the croissants were so good warmed up, so we would later request to have them warmed right before he ate them - which they kindly did…
- The food is SUPERB - I could’ve eaten for weeks straight just at the casual lounge (we’d normally try the formal restaurant too, but saving this for next time when I have fewer pregnancy food restrictions, to fully enjoy!). Best Eggs Benedict I’ve ever had, with perfectly poached golden-orange yolks (I’ve only ever seen such perfect eggs before in Japan), sumptuous afternoon tea, truffled cheese soufflé, really good strong pots of Earl Grey and Mini Pu Erh Cake (!) tea, amazing fresh fish and brothy beans… all in a cozy casual living room/conservatory setting where they let you open the patio doors, or sit outdoors (very nice if you’re being extra Covid-cautious while pregnant like me)!
On the edge of Dartmoor National Park, Mill End Hotel features a creative restaurant, elegant bedrooms and free Wi-Fi. The hotel is set in leafy grounds just outside Chagford.
Richard
United Kingdom
Very welcoming and informative staff. A very well equipped and comfoortable room. Lovely restaurant and food with very professional staff for both dinner and breakfast.
The roads into the village are small and tight and it isn't...
The roads into the village are small and tight and it isn't the sort of village you will drive past, you have to go out of your way to come here and to be honest it shows. If any of you have ever watched the League of Gentlemen "this is a local shop for local people, there is nothing for you here" there is that sort of vibe throughout the village.
It looks stunning, nice historic buildings, town square but the moment you enter the village you feel like an outsider, going into local farm shops and people just stare, talk to you without making eye contact it is all very strange.
Ok firstly if you want to eat food DO NOT go to the Chagford Inn, the prices are disgusting for what they actually bring you, £20 for a burger which literally consisted of a burger smaller than a standard Mcdonalds cheese burger, 10-12 fries and leaf salad, my partner had Pate for starter which cost £10 and the entire starter was finished with one tablespoon, cannot comment on other places.
It seems very much like the village is run on rules and if your not from the village they will make you feel like that an outsider, was not very welcoming place.
Beehive Farm shop is brilliant, all homemade breads, pasties, food it was very nice and would recommend this rather than going to the Spar.
brentonalex
United Kingdom
Scored 10
10
If you want to combine a culinary experience with peace and...
If you want to combine a culinary experience with peace and quiet in an English country setting, Gidleigh Park should be on your list of destinations.
Chagford is a beautiful unspoiled town on the edge of Dartmoor with four pubs. I would recommend the Ring O Bells, who's signature pies are probably the best I have ever had in an public house.
Castle Drogo is a stunning NT treasure and a must visit.
The roads are very narrow so you will need a steady nerve when travelling around.
Christopher
United Kingdom
Scored 10
10
I loved this little village, enough to keep me interested.
I loved this little village, enough to keep me interested. Great shops that catered for people with food allergies. Would definitely return.
Ate at both The Three Crowns and Chagford Inn, both of which were excellent.
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Sue
United Kingdom
Scored 10
10
Beautiful scenery, captivating rivers and hillsides, quiet...
Beautiful scenery, captivating rivers and hillsides, quiet and peaceful. National Trust areas and Castle Drogo very nearby so lots to enjoy and learn something of the background and history to the area. Lovely walks and bird song abound!
Michael
United Kingdom
Scored 10
10
Excellent choice of places to eat, pubs and cafes.
Excellent choice of places to eat, pubs and cafes. Good range of shops with butchers and bakers as well as a Spar convenience store.
Bowden hardware was a real highlight, an alladins cave... Something for everyone!
The main reason for our visit was the local walks, Fenworthy Reservoir and Castle Drogo were two we enjoyed, would go further next time.
Very dog friendly area.
Richard
United Kingdom
Scored 10
10
Chagford is a lovely village with great country walks...
Chagford is a lovely village with great country walks pleasant shops and cafe and lovely country pubs very dog friendly so if your looking for a peaceful country retreat then i highly recommend Chagford
Francesca
United Kingdom
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The cottage was adorable. Lots of lovely touches like a tray laid out for tea when we arrived. The bed was incredibly comfortable which was wonderful. Beautiful garden with added bonus of some rosemary and thyme in pots for cooking. Chagford is a great place to be based, four good pubs, butcher, two bakeries, a dairy, Spar, couple of farm shops and several cafes. We didn't use the car once while we were visiting as there were enough walking options to keep us busy. Frances and Peter were great hosts.
This was our second visit, and we were not disappointed. Wonderful part of the world and the hotel was lovely and met all of our needs and the staff were welcoming, friendly and very accommodating
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