“This 18th century country house hotel offers the simple pleasures of good food, lovely views and peace and quiet. Tranquil walks can be enjoyed in the the walled ‘secret garden’, apple orchards and Japanese water garden. Great for a relaxing weekend break. ”

Hotel review

Its strengths are friendly and welcoming staff, marvellous views of the North Devon country and a good chef. Furnishings and decoration are slightly old-fashioned and the furniture is reproduction rather than antique. The classic formula for an English country house hotel - the conversion of a rambling Victorian mansion - means that rooms will vary in size and outlook. Ask about both when you book. This is a quiet place for quiet people, and Northcote Manor caters for it well, winning high praise. A place for cream teas and roaring fires. If you want Country and Western in the west country, this is not the place for you.

Fiona Duncan
Fiona Duncan Review published: 26/02/2024

Recommended for

  • Spa

    • Luxury spa facilities including hot tub, sauna, steam room, gym and treatment rooms.
  • Golf

    • 18-hole Libbaton Golf Course next door
  • Other Activities

    • Clay pidgeon shooting can be organised
  • Restaurant

    • Seasonal à la carte restaurant.
  • Fishing

    • Game fishing on the River Taw
  • Cycling

    • Excellent cycling country
  • Business meetings

  • Country House

  • Wedding license

  • Quiet

  • Conference facilities

  • Free wifi

  • Exclusive use

  • Traditional

  • Gym

Facilities

  • Rooms

    16 rooms in this hotel
  • Views

    Fine views over the Taw Valley
  • Garden

    20 acres of lawn and woodland
  • Spa

    Luxury spa facilities including hot tub, sauna, steam room, gym and treatment rooms.
  • Restaurant

    Seasonal à la carte restaurant.
  • Swimming Pool

    12.5 m indoor pool
  • Hot Tub

    In the spa
  • Meeting Room

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Wedding license

  • Bar

  • Parking

  • Conference facilities

  • Free wifi

  • Wifi

  • Gym

Activities

  • Other Activities

    • Clay pidgeon shooting can be organised
  • Golf

    • 18-hole Libbaton Golf Course next door
  • Fishing

    • Game fishing on the River Taw
  • Cycling

    • Excellent cycling country

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Northcote Manor

Originally published by Good Hotel Guide

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