Perching peacefully on a wooded hillside along the northern side of Dartmoor National Park, Chagford is a pretty village with a church, pubs and inns, and a wealth of family-owned independent shops. Some of the best places to stay in Chagford are the pubs and inns around the charming church made from local granite, but we also have recommendations outside town, in converted castles, manor houses, or farms.

Chagford is an obvious base for walkers and hikers exploring Dartmoor on foot, but this dramatic backdrop can be romantic, as well as inspiring, so it’s definitely worth considering as a mini-break location.

The spectacular moors are all around the town, but in Chagford itself there are sites too: the church dates from the 13th century, and one of the old thatched cottages, Endecott House, was home to one of the Pilgrim Fathers, before he set off for the New World. The town is also becoming a bit of a foodie mecca, showcasing a plethora of local produce and with an increasing range of buzzing cafes and restaurants. Don't miss the weekly farmers' market!

This part of England is extremely popular during the peak summer months. So if you're planning a visit in July or August and want to guarantee a room in one of the best places to stay in Chagford, do your research and book well ahead.

The Best Places to Stay in Chagford

For a Country Escape

• Gidleigh Park Hotel is a luxurious country house hotel, with the aim of pampering guests in a spectacular setting. The hotel's 107 acres of grounds are beautiful and serene, and inside there’s a calmness too, permeating the 24 elegant rooms and suites, the spoiling spa and the Michelin-starred restaurant. If you appreciate elegant design, your spirit may also be enlivened by the Arts and Crafts architecture and matching antiques. The views are pretty spectacular too!

For Families

• Palatial, with a Gothic edge, Bovey Castle is a country house hotel thoughtfully imagined to offer something luxurious for every contemporary family member: think Lego room service for the smalls, and bespoke spa treatments for the bigs! Bovey Castle has 60 rooms and suites, plus a vast spa complete with swimming pool, sauna and hot tubs; the grounds with their tennis courts, croquet lawns, stables, archery grounds, falconry and hawk displays, golf course, fishable river; and two restaurants. It’s lots of family fun for all. There' so much for all ages here, you won't want to leave the property!

For Walkers

• Mill End Hotel is a peaceful retreat in the Teign Valley. Its 15 rooms and suites are all uniquely decorated, but they all offer a cosy, comfortable welcome. Expect cheerful log fires, cream teas, exposed beams and hearty suppers and breakfasts. Dogs welcome too. 

Pubs-with-Rooms

• The Globe Inn is in the heart of Chagford, right opposite the church, so its seven, individually decorated rooms and suites are popular with those who want to enjoy this town’s surprisingly good cuisine. Its own restaurant is friendly and lively, and the pub is popular with locals and walkers, so there’s always a very friendly atmosphere. Expect excellent local fare in both. Some of the rooms are very romantic, and some are set up for families.
• The Three Crowns is a thatched inn, with parts of it dating back to the 13th century. Its 21 rooms and suites offer a successful blend of classic design and antiques, accompanied by all the modern touches you may need. The large restaurant takes up a vast conservatory on the back of the building, which is lovely whatever the season, and it’s a popular pick for locals as well as visitors, known for its locally sourced food. Six of the rooms welcome dogs.

Prefer a Private Apartment or Cottage?

• If you’d prefer to stay in an apartment or private villa we recommend you visit our online partner, Booking.com.

Travel Information

• Chagford’s closest airport is Exeter Airport, which is about half an hour away by car or taxi. Newquay Airport is probably next closest, around an hour and a quarter away by car or taxi, or five hours by public transport. If you’re travelling via London, the journey from there by train takes about three hours, leaving from Paddington, and arriving at Exeter — from there you have to take a half hour taxi journey.
• If you would like the freedom of your own car we recommend you visit our online partner Rentalcars.
• Chagford is a picturesque town to visit in any season. It’s beautiful under spring flowers, summer sunshine, or even a sprinkling of winter snow. Chagford is most popular in the warmer months, because that’s the most pleasant time to hike, but out here on the moors the weather is known for being incredibly, and suddenly, changeable, so expect rain and fog whatever time you visit. Expect temperatures into the 20°Cs during the summer, and around 5°C during winter.

Still not sure where to stay?

• Expand your search to include all the best places to stay in Devon
• Focus your search around the Tamar Valley and Dartmoor National Park
• Consider Chagford’s neighbours and check out the best places to stay in Dartmouth, the best places to stay in Tavistock or Buckfastleigh
• Or you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.