Dunkeswell, Dunkeswell, EX14 4SH, United Kingdom
#2 of 5 hotels in Dunkeswell
Guests' ChoiceBased on 780 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.0
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.4
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 31 October 2023
Caroline
United KingdomThe restaurant felt a bit like a canteen
Nice gardens
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 22 October 2023
Helen
United KingdomThe people were very friendly and the location was beautiful
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 22 October 2023
David
United KingdomNothing to comment. All good.
Excellent location. Very peaceful and tranquil. The staff couldn’t do enough to help and advise us. The accommodation was very comfortable, clean and perfect for our stay. We just wished we could have stayed for longer but will be back!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 21 October 2023
Bendon
United KingdomRoads getting to hotel
Good
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 20 October 2023
Aubrey
United KingdomWater in shower and basin wasn’t hot. Mildew in shower.
Cheerful staff.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 19 October 2023
Sanj
United KingdomConservatory/dining area was a bit chilli in the morning at breakfast but we were just entering autumn so the heating may not have been on yet. Otherwise no issues at all
Friendly staff, lovely dinner and breakfast. Room had a great view of the lake. Relaxed bar area with decent choice of beers and wine. Would highly recommend and happily stay there again
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2023
Maureen
United KingdomPeaceful country location
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Gérard
LuxembourgAccounting was poor, at first it was said we hadn't paid, although Booking always took care of it. So we paid by phone with mixed feelings because supposedly neither Booking nor bank transfer or Paypal worked... then a day later Booking informed us that they would debit the overnight stay from our card...🙄
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 3 October 2023
Gibson
United KingdomVery little.
Staff were charming and very welcoming. They are extremely dog friendly. Our Golden Retreiver adored them.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 3 October 2023
Chris
United KingdomThere was nothing not to like.
Food, room and location was lovely but what made it perfect was the staff. They were all so friendly and helpful even though they were short staffed.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 1 October 2023
Burford
United KingdomThe staff , breakfast and surroundings were excellent Pity about the weather, however we did enjoy the days we were there Thank You
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 1 October 2023
Julia
United KingdomNothing. Would like to have stayed longer
Lovely location. Deep on the Devon woods
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 22 September 2023
Simon
United KingdomThe drive in down the dirt track was a bit hairy in the dark, glad we didn’t meet anyone coming the other way. In the morning it was even more difficult getting out but luckily the cars coming down were gracious enough to back up, thank you locals who know the road 👍
Great staff whose company we enjoyed in the bar after a beautiful meal. Met the head chef who had some great tales to tell. Room was lovely and ticked every box. Shame we could only spend a night here but it’s going on the list for next time we are in the area.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 22 September 2023
David
United KingdomLovely Staff, Cosy Bed & Tasty Breakfast
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 20 September 2023
David
United KingdomBed not very comfortable
Staff and food very good
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 20 September 2023
Paula
United KingdomThe head was a bit broken and didn’t stay attached to the wall so showering was difficult. Sheets also were a bit small for the bed so wouldn’t stay on. Room very clean but felt like restaurant for breakfast could have been a bit cleaner (some lipstick stains on glasses and jam jars etc a bit dusty).
Lovely location and great staff. Room was clean. Breakfast nice. Very dog friendly and staff made a fuss of our dog and made us all welcome. Lovely bar and bar staff. Food was good.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 19 September 2023
Sonya
United KingdomNeeds some updating especially the bathroom
The setting it was in
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 18 September 2023
Clare
United KingdomThey didn't offer a meal Sunday evening and no prior notice of this which meant we had to drive out again. They were very helpful in getting a place to eat but still would have preferred it on site.
Lovely peaceful location. Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 18 September 2023
David
United Kingdomstruggled to find our room in the dark! (we were given driving instructions but walked & missed our turn) Breakfast room light & airy but also had many flies including a dead one on our table!!!!!! (breakfast Lovely though)
lovely reception from host, our slightly late late food needs on arrival were catered for no problem & food was excellent. Room & facilities lovely. Parking right outside our Chalet.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 16 September 2023
Diane
United Kingdomwhen we arrived we were booked into one of the stable rooms which were so small and there was no outside space, we had a small dog with us and as the door led straight out onto the road which leads toward the lodge park so it was just not suitable, we made a request to the staff and they agreed to move us to a lodge which was perfect for us.
the breakfast was lovely and the conservatory where is was served has lovely views of the gardens.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 14 September 2023
Andrew
United KingdomExcellent Beautiful place, middle of no where. Would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Pauline
United KingdomEverything was wonderful the food staff accommodation the place it’s self the gardens .We can’t wait until we come again
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Franki
United KingdomThe staff could not have been more friendly and helpful. Location is lovely.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 10 September 2023
Sean
AustraliaMattress topper for the bed would be nice.
Breakfast was excellent. Black pudding the highlight!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 6 September 2023
Janis
United KingdomWould love a mini fridge in the room to keep the water cold
Perfect stay at the glorious location Rooms are clean and the king size bed was perfect
Stayed in September 2023
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