Gidleigh Park,
Address:
Gidleigh Park, Chagford, Devon,
TQ13 8HH
Gidleigh Park is a Relais & Châteaux property, situated in an idyllic location of Dartmoor National Park.
From here you may enjoy our putting course, walks on the moors, croquet, tennis, nearby horseback riding, guided tours or experience fly fishing on the banks of the River Teign that runs through the grounds.
Savour the 2 Michelin star culinary delights prepared by Executive Head Chef Michael Caines MBE, with matching wines from Head Sommelier Edouard Oger specially chosen to compliment the locally sourced ingredients in each dish.
Country Sports
At Gidleigh Park we can provide fishing licenses and tuition for those who are keen novices. Tackle and gear can be booked by prior arrangement. For experienced fishermen, we provide advice on the best spots on the river as well as the option of river or reservoir fishing. Our guests are sent out with a Ghillie who will guide them to the best spots ensuring a good catch.
The hotel is set in over 100 acres of the finest countryside, in Dartmoor National Park. Our staff can advise on the best walks to suit your preference and capability.
We can provide contact details for local shoots during the season.
Suitable for first time
Suitable for experienced
Facilities
Our award-winning, 2 Michelin star restaurant is renowned for its' Modern European cuisine by Head Chef Michael Caines MBE.
Dog- Friendly: £10.00 per dog if staying in the hotel, or complimentary use of the outdoor heated dog kennels. We offer dog-friendly rooms and asks that younger dogs are housed within their own cages to allow them settle in more easily and prevent playful accidents .Dog blankets, bowls, leads and a torch for late night/early morning walks can all be provided
Gun Cupboard available
Prices
Classic Room £310
Deluxe Room £360
Deluxe View Room £440
Master Room £500
Loft Suite from £550 - £670
Spa Suite £1,175
Pavilion Cottage from £650 - £770
Accommodation
Refurbished in 2006, with 24 luxurious bedrooms, this stunning country house hotel is a luxurious country retreat offering the perfect mix of country sports, fine dining and sublime accommodation.
Dartmeet boasts a large marble bath, double shower, steam room and sauna. Cranbrook features two side-by-side roll top baths and a feature fireplace. Wallabrook has a roll top bath, heated relaxation bed and a large shower. One special room even features a roof top hot tub.
Type of accommodation
Country House Hotel
Hotel
Dog Friendly
Awards
Devon Tourism Awards - 2011 Winner of Winners, joint Gold with Bovey Castle for "Hotel of the Year" and joint Gold with The Lamb Inn, Sandford for "Taste of Devon"
Gold Award from Visit Britain and 5 Red stars
AA 5 Red Stars
Restaurant 2 Michelin stars since 1999, Executive Head Chef Michael Caines MBE
3rd in The Sunday Times Food List Britain's Top 100 Restaurants compiled by Hardens 2011 sponsored by Remy Martin, as well as 1st in Best Wine List, 1st in Best Front of House Team, 1st in the South West and 2nd for ‘Best Place To Stay'
Rémy Martin X.O. Excellence Award for Best All Round Restaurant
Conde Nast Johansens Excellence Award for Most Excellent Restaurant
The Telegraph Travel Awards - Runner Up Favourite UK Hotel
AA Notable Wine List
Taste of the West South West - 'Restaurant of the Year'
Accessibility
We would welcome the opportunity to discuss your requirements pre arrival.
Gidleigh Park
Gidleigh Park
Gidleigh Park
Gidleigh Park
Gidleigh Park
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What's here:
Fishing Shooting Equine Food & Drink Hawking Brown Trout Driven Game Game Shooting Hacking Horse Riding Learn To Fish Learn To Ride Pheasant Restaurant River WalkingHow to find us
From London you can come via the M4 and M5, or the M3 and A303. If coming via the M4, go west until Junction 20, then take the M5 South until Junction 31, turning onto the A30 west (then follow directions below). If coming via the M3 go south until Junction 8, then take the A303 west. After Ilminster the A303 becomes the A30.
On the A30 west, fifteen miles west of Exeter, turn left onto the A382 (signposted Moretonhampstead) and then follow the signs to Chagford. Do not go to Gidleigh.
In Chagford square, facing a shop called Webbers with Lloyds Bank on your right, turn right. After 150 yards, take the right fork and go downhill to Factory Crossroads. Go straight into Holy Street and follow a narrow country lane of 1.5 miles to the end. Gidleigh Park is 30-40 minutes from Exeter St Davids' train station or from Exeter International Airport.
We ask that guests do not rely on sat-nav to find Gidleigh Park.
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Contact Details
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Shooting and Conservation
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info@countrysportssouthwest.co.uk
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