Reviews

I won't go into all the historic details - their website has this - but the place lives up to expectations. Cozy bar, good food and drink, well appointed rooms with a historic feel, friendly staff. What more could you ask for?

what an incredible place! Friendly and welcoming staff, beautiful room, very comfy beds with beautiful bed linen, delicious food and tons of history. I definitely recommend it.

Another great stay at the Oxenham Arms. As always the service was excellent, the food perfect and the ambiance welcoming and relaxed. Thanks to all the team for making us welcome. We will be back 😀

We stayed two nights on a B&B basis and had dinner twice as well.Food very good, well presented and generous portions. A welcoming staff working in an interesting building with lots of history.

Everything was great on our second visit. The building, our room, the food and the staff.5 stars for all, we will be back again.

The room was amazing and the owners and all the staff were most friendly and helpful. Looking forward to staying at this hotel again in the future.

Few pubs are truly historic- the beams at Oxenham are genuine (the building is listed Grade II*) and the snug bar and lounge are decorated with photos of the many famous people who have stayed there. We arrived late and the team were hugely accommodating providing a delicious meal and looking after us well. The room was large and the huge bed very comfortable. Decidedly English plumbing (Americans take note) but if worked so no complaints there. Thoroughly recommend this charming place- you should certainly visit if you are anywhere near

Very welcoming hosts and helpful staff throughout our stay which covered 6 nights. The food was delicious. Our Room was very comfortable and clean. We would definitely stay again if we were in the area.

We stayed over night in our way to Cornwall. We had fabulous good food & such friendly staff & owners. A lovely place to stay highly recommend x

Had a very enjoyable stay with delicious food and friendly staff

This was our 4th stay at the Oxenham Arms and, as always, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The inn is lovely, our meals were great and the hospitality is always warm. It’s always great to enjoy the walks around the inn and beyond. Highly recommend the Chagford to Fingle Bridge walk!

Nice, cosy hotel in old building with nice pub, good restaurant and fantastic owners. We had a wonderful time, nice conversations with John, Simon and Lyn and every evening a very goed meal. Also breakfast was fabulous. We hope to come back someday soon.

Greeted by a warm welcome from the owner. We sat down to a fantastic dinner, from a menu where we were spoilt for choice.Retired to a beautiful decorated comfortable room and a delicious breakfast set us up for our onward journey.Do try if you get the chance, we shall certainly return if in the area.

Really lovely place to stay, great food - ideal to escape for a weekend

We stayed here on our annual cycle ride from Rock in Cornwall to Tunbridge Wells in Kent. It’s a lovely old inn and we got a very warm welcome. The rooms are charming with 4 posters and a cozy feel. Enjoyed a very good dinner which we chose to eat in the bar but there is a separate restaurant. Would thoroughly recommend

Cannot fault anything at the Oxenham Arms. Comfortable, welcoming, top quality dining, great location. Holiday accommodation at its best.Special mention to all the staff, thank you.Do not know when BUT we will be back, promise!!

Lovely rooms, delicious food, great ambience!Love this place - third time here - can't wait to return!Many thanks to all at the Ox

A very enjoyable stay with lovely room. Full of History and Character. Great food and breakfast.Would definitely recommend especially if walking/trekking is your hobby.

Very good staff and a cute hotel accomodation.

Everything was excellent - very friendly and helpful staff and perfectly cooked breakfast. Just one comment about the room - personally I hate all air fresheners!

We enjoyed our stay very much. The room was very comfortable and also the novelty of a four post bed.Food was excellent. Staff were so friendly and very efficient. It is our plan to stay with you again in the foreseeable future.

Great hotel in a quiet location. Accommodation was comfortable, clean and well laid out without being cramped.Both the Evening meal and breakfast were excellent. The evening meal in particular was of a high standard and more importantly, reasonably priced.The bar was comfortable, cosey and very welcoming. Overall a great hotel to return to.David Roberts

Wonderfully welcoming hosts at this historic and charming inn.Fine local Ales and the food was excellent.Room was characterful, spacious and comfortable and made a perfect stop over.

Spent the weekend here to celebrate my birthday.As usual (we are frequent visitors to "The Ox") all went well.The food was excellent - I'm not vegetarian but I even dip into the vegetarian meals at the Ox as they are so good - and they've added to the choice of drinks with Strawberry Daiquiri and Pina Colada on tap!Delicious and a reasonable price.

The Oxenham Arms was just perfect. Great hosts, super location for walking on the Moor, super comfy four poster bed and the most delicious food! Would highly recommend staying here.

Delightful hotel. Friendly service, good food and marvellous ambience.

Very beautiful,quiet little inn with nice little village and nature surroundings.Has an interesting row of standing stones within walking distance.the room was not huge but very comfortable and pretty.well use of space so it did not feel cramped at all.had everything we needed and very clean.Nice,friendly people.We had fun stayin here.ps.very good food!

Absolutely fabulous rooms.Good food. Location just off A30 ideal. Lots of interesting history.

The venue is fantastic, in a great location, has lots of character and history and is very well presented throughout.We had a lovely time there, albeit a little short, the food was excellent and the staff and service was first class.Thank you

We had a lovely stay at the Oxenham arms for my wife’s birthday. All the staff were very friendly and the room was full of character with an extremely comfortable 4 poster bed. Lots of very interesting history connected to the building which made it quite u inquest and unlike anywhere else we have stayed! The food in the evening was delicious and the breakfast the following day was cooked to order. We will definitely return again so thank you to all the staff for a lovely stay.

Wonderful historic building,staff very friendly and accommodating.Our room was lovely and quiet with a view of Dartmoor.

Lovely hosts. Friendly, helpful and entertaining staff. Delicious food.We hope to return again soon.

What a privilege to have stayed in this magical place.An amazing building steeped in history, set in an idyllic village.Rooms were clean, beds were beautiful and comfortable, food was excellent and the hosts went out of their way to make our stay enjoyable.Thank you so much I would love to visit again if the opportunity arose.

The Oxenham Arms is an amazing treasure. We are a family of 4 that stayed in 2 rooms. The whole Inn is so special; the rooms are amazing; the staff took exceptional care of us; the food was terrific.

Really enjoyed the atmosphere of this ancient pub and the hospitality of the hosts. Food and drink was excellent and the room including bed was very comfortable.

I visited the Oxenham a year ago when on a hiking holiday with a friend. Had a great time then and vowed to return.Have just spent a further three days in Devon with my lovely girlfriend and would thoroughly recommend this establishment to anyone. Characterful rooms, good beer, outstanding food, a top notch service and welcome. Sharpen your wits for your first encounter with the inimitable John.

We were looking for a last minute getaway for one night and managed to get their last room. The building is amazing and atmospheric. The staff were friendly and helpful. We would certainly go again.

Thankyou John and Lynn for wonderful accomodation and food at your historic hotel.

This was our 3rd visit to the Oxenham Arms, the first was 37 years ago when my husband proposed to me there! It is now a fabulous characterful hotel with a really great chef! The rooms are all decorated with beautiful individual colour schemes and fabulous fabrics which, I believe, are locally produced. Each room oozes history but with modern convenience. The public rooms are also chock full of history and the food really excellent - we particularly recommend the chef’s twice cooked cheese soufflé! We will keep returning to this place as long as we are able - it is truly a “one off”

Very good room with comfortable bed and a delicious dinner. Very kind to arrange an early breakfast so we could get on our way. Definitely one to stay at again.

A great little place that i found for a stopover whilst heading down to Cornwall. Good food, great outdoor beer garden and lovely clean facilities. An engaging host (despite his terrible jokes) who served up a good breakfast to compliment a good nights sleep. Would certainly recommend

I stayed at The Oxenham Arms Hotelin June with a friend.We were very fortunate to enjoy really wonderful weather. The building is ancient and beautiful. The area of Devon where it is situated is not spoiltby tourism. The hotel is really special with high standardsand that special mixture of informality and style. The food was great, but the service was a little slow. However the staff were great and coped as well as they could. I loved it there and you will too.

I was on work course for the weekend, so little time to take into account the lovely local scenery as viewed from the back garden.

Take a trip to beautiful Dartmoor and stay at a dream old Inn. Wonderful welcome, fabulous character room that was incredibly clean. The beds were so comfortable as were the pillows. The breakfast was delicious and just as you would like it.Highly recommend this old Inn to everyone.

Beautifully furnished, clean and comfortable room in an extraordinary building with parts dating back 1000 years - and that's if you don't count the standing stone in the centre of the building that goes back about 5,000 years!.Excellent food and drink.Beautiful views from our window and what must be one of the loveliest beer gardens going.Great barman keeps you laughing with an impish sense of humour. All set in a quiet village with wonderful walks across the moors.

Great food and hosts. Would recommend and would stay again.

A little gem, good food, interesting accommodation and conversation

This was our second stay at the Oxenham Arms and it was just as good as we remembered it.Mine host (John I think) has a great sense of humour and although super chatty and welcoming knows just when to back off!The food, we ate in the bar, is outstanding and probably the main reason for us revisiting.The rooms have everything one needs (The Bovey this time) and the garden is perfect for sitting with a glass of wine.We will return!

Wonderfull hosts Simon Lyn and John . Always make your stay special.Attentive friendly and professional.Our 4th visit its our "Go to" happy place . Beautiful room comfortable spotlessly clean exquisite food . What more could we want . 10 / 10 Thankyou xx

Excellent accommodation in a beautiful setting. Hotel with lots of history, almost like stepping back in time with the exterior/interior of the hotel and furnishings. Very peaceful place, lovely gardens and with excellent owners/staff who help to make our stay a wonderful holiday.

From the moment we arrived to the moment we left we were looked after superbly. Breakfast was very nice with a great choice of options. Really comfortable room and would recommend a stay if you are in the local area.

My son and I stayed three nights with Lyn and Simon and enjoyed our time at The Oxenham Arms - being blessed with unusually good weather didn’t distract! We both traveled a long way to South Zeal, my son from Glasgow and myself from SW France.We spent our days walking on the moor, a place we know well as we previously lived in Sticklepath. The walking brought back many memories and allowed us to share thoughts of Amy wife/his mother who died recently.Everyone we met at the Ox was warm and friendly. The food was good and sustaining. The beer, Merry Monk and Jail Ale, a particular treat for me.I’m sure that my son and I will return again at some point in the future when the irresistible pull of the moor reappears.

Fabulous location , Great room , loved allThe history of the hotel delicious food and friendly staff .Also plenty of nice walks .

Very friendly, spotless and professionally run establishment with delicious food and home beers in a beautiful garden/ setting with gorgeous aromatic Wisteria & overlooking horses & sheep. Lovely welcome by John and Fran (I think she was an ex-nurse) - so helpful and nothing was too much trouble for them. Our landlady was so nice and friendly. Lots of historic information in each room about the monastery etc. Each room has history! A very calm and gentle atmosphere can be felt everywhere. Fabulous cheese soufflé & chicken supreme in our opinion. Beautiful breakfasts. Definitely recommend. Thank you to everyone who made our stay a memorable one.

It’s our 3rd time visiting and definitely feel a 4th coming up soon absolutely amazing place to stay from food staff location all were faultless Simon, Lyn and John and all the staff were so lovely nothing was too much trouble

THANK YOU VERY MUCH LOVELY FOOD . COSY BED . WILL STAY AGAIN SOMETINE , THANKS .

Our one night stay was perfect. So much history along with lovely décor and friendly staff. Restaurant was excellent and we even slept in four post bed once occupied by Charles Dickens.

Thank you for a wonderful stay.We had a very relaxing break and were so impressed with the accommodation, food and your warm welcome.We will definitely be back!

What's not to love about The Oxenham Arms? Tons of history, so much to discover, wonderful warm and welcoming staff from the owners down to the bar staff, great bedroom, super comfy bed, tons of hot water and big fluffy towels. Wonderful breakfast, too. Do yourself a favour and treat yourself (and a loved one) to a stay here. You won't regret it!

Stayed here to celebrate our wedding anniversary.The hotel is gorgeous.Originally a monastery in the 11th century; became a pub/hotel in 1477.The bar, restaurant and snug are beautiful and full of history.Charles Dickens stayed here while he was writing The Pickwick Papers.Lord Nelson has been here.David Bowie had lunch here (the food is amazing).It’s a hidden gem in a beautiful medieval village.The staff were welcoming and good fun.The best pub I’ve ever stayed at.Good value.Very comfortable. Highly recommended.

Really comfortable good food and very friendly staff lovely old pub

This historic pub is a little gem in Dartmoor. Fantastic food, friendly staff. Rooms were great too!!

Comfortable room and all meals we excellent,All staff made us welcome, very happy stay

Lovley hotel lovely staff will be back

We came for a romantic getaway and had a superb time. Room was magnificent with a four poster bed and views of Dartmoor. The building is just steeped with history and owners are more than happy to give you a tour. Food was excellent with the Duo of Lamb and Pie both great, washed down with some good ales and a bottle of well selected white wine. Loads of walks from the doorstop and great location to do much more. Our ethos was if Lynn (The owner)said we should do it then we did, and that worked extremely well! Great Staff and super stay. Would highly recommend and we’ll be back again!!

We had the most wonderful stay in this beautiful old hotel! The staff were very welcoming; their hospitality outstanding (and John’s stories rather amusing!) The food was delicious and the room a privilege to stay in! We will certainly return!

Lovely people, lovely food, lovely room.

Just spent an excellent 3 nights at The Oxenham Arms.They were putting on a classic car and bike show this weekend, to raise money for the local school.This gave added interest to our stay without detracting from the service and quality.Our room was excellent, clean and with a very large four poster, and looked out across the countryside.My full English was great, as were our other meals over the weekend, which included a very nice steak and chips and (not on the same day!) steak and ale pie and on Sunday the full roast. They manage to serve a very wide range of drinks, including real ales and a lot of locally produced spirits - much wider than you'd expect in the average establishment even including Wray and Nephew Jamaican rum and Fireball whisky liqueur, both of which I had a go at!The staff are all really nice and the prices represent good value, especially at a time when we know a lot of places are struggling.Give it a try, I don't think you'll be disappointed.

A charming pub, very old and quirky but extremely comfortable. Great hosts and superb food. Highly recommend

Regular visitors, we always enjoy the comfortable and relaxed accommodation. Much appreciated the 'Thai evening'. Thank you.

We really enjoyed our visit. The hotel is friendly, cosy and has a lot of character & interesting history. Food was great, service was good and very friendly, wonderful breakfasts.

We have stayed here on 2 occasions now and both times have loved it. The staff are welcoming and very accommodating, the kitchen is incredible and the room very clean and comfortable. We look forward to our next visit.

A really great 3 nights away.Quiet location in a beautiful village, comfortable, clean and the building itself is stacked with history and character. The huge 4 poster bed was supremely comfortable and we had some of the best sleep we can remember.A fantastic bar with excellent ale and extensive wine, gin and whiskey menus.The staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive without being intrusive.Delicious seasonal food.A fantastic location to explore Dartmoor and the surrounding area.Thank you - if we are in the area again, we will be back. Highly recommended.

Our stay with you was just superb. Lovely people, perfect service, and a building seeping with history and a magical sense of mystery. The ambiance has a cosy, relaxing and extremely friendly warmth. The food is amazing, and both being vegetarians I can honestly say the choices were divine. We had everything and more that we could have hoped for.We will be returning many times.

excellent in every way

Great welcome from John also through out from John and Lynne. Comfortable warm room ,bathroom extremely small so very cold . Perhaps a thermal blind would help. Happy comfortable bar Wonderful dining rooms and food to match . I hope to stay again.Thank you John and Lynne xx

Great stay in this historic inn. Varied and delicious menu and good range of both wine and beer. Log fire and a warm welcome. Wifi a bit patchy in the bedrooms ( due no doubt to the exceptionally thick walls) but fine in communal areas. This is the second time we have stayed here and it lived up to expectations. Would definitely recommend

Great nightThe service was amazing and friendlyFood was greatRooms greatBreakfast greatHighly recommend

Celebrating a number of birthdays, we stayed overnight at the Oxenham Arms, and had Dinner,with great beer and very nice wine,too.We had such fabulous meals,including Steak, Fish and very tasty Vegetarian options.My starter of cheese soufflé was so delicious and I had a fantastic Creme Brulee to finish! The atmosphere in the Oxenham Arms is just brilliant, with a hilarious maitre de...John... who added to the fun!The rooms with 4 poster beds were very comfy and the bed had incredible linen and was just perfect for us.Breakfast was great too, and I am sure we will be back to celebrate many other occasions!Thankyou all of you at the Oxenham Arms!

The Oxenham Arms is a gorgeous, atmospheric old building, warm and cosy with beautiful rooms, comfortable beds, fabulous food and fun and friendly staff. Yes we will be back, again and again! Thank you for a fabulous weekend.

We had a great weekend with excellent food and wine and would recommend the Oxenham to anyoneFantastic for a walking trip on the moors

I visit several times a year. Excellent all round, as always - room, food and drink. Simon and Lyn are great hosts.

We stayed for 2 nights in the Belstone room, the room was comfortable, the 4 poster bed was huge and the shower was perfect. The breakfasts are delicious and the evening meals fab, there were 2 good real ales on in the bar and the wine list is extensive and caters for all tastes. I can't compliment this place enough

My friend and I received such a warm welcome.We both had lovely rooms with 4 poster beds.The food in the evening was excellent and we particularly enjoyed the real fires.

Super super superWhy go anywhere else!Superb customer careStunning hotelAnd what wonderful staff !That’s why we’ve been returning for 10 years !

We have stayed here many times and it is a great place to stay with a special welcome and friendly service.Beautiful rooms with comfortable beds.Good food for breakfast, lunch and evening meals and nothing is too much trouble.Would always recommend a visit and stay in the Oxenham Arms.

We stayed in the Chagford Room. Beautiful four poster bed and lovely room in the old Manor House part of the building. This is a wonderfully old building oozing welcome and mystery. Staff were friendly and professional. Food was excellent. Will return for sure. Walks from the door and not far into the moors themselves.

My husband and I stayed for 5 days and had a wonderful time.The staff was great, the room was lovely and the food perfect! I highly recommend this to anyone wanting an effortless vacation.

I had a fantastic stay. So much history behind the building but more important I was welcomed and the food was great as we locals. I will definitely be coming back to stay when I am next in this part of the world.

Fascinating historic building.Very welcoming and friendly staff, comfortable rooms, good food and wine what more could you want.

Great stay at theOxenham ArmsService, food and hospitality was top notch .The hotel is steeped in history and quirkiness and we just loved itWell looked after by Lauren and John thanks everyone

This was our second stay and I sincerely hope there will be more.An historic and atmospheric building, a very warm welcome, really excellent food and drink, a spacious room (Chagford, with very comfortable four poster bed), and lovely breakfast. Above all, kind and considerate staff.Highly recommended.

Stayed at the Oxenham Arms for one night, as a stop over enroute to Cornwall.Staff were very welcoming, dinner and breakfast were amazing.Will be definitely staying again to explore more of dartmoor and when heading to Cornwall.

Steeped in history, the Oxenham Arms is wonderfully atmospheric. The staff are friendly, the chef is outstanding and our beautifully carved bed was very comfortable. We had a lovely weekend.

We had a fantastic two night stay, a complete getaway The staff couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful. The log fire made the bar cosy. No pipedmusic, just good conversation. The food was excellent. Would love to return.

The Oxenham Arms is everything one would hope for when booking a hotel. I had a significant Birthday which I didn’t intend to celebrate…just recognise it by a few days away walking on Dartmoor. We hit the jackpot, it became a celebration by virtue of the hospitality we were given. The room was comfortable, spotlessly clean and quiet. The meals were exemplary…catering for my food intolerance perfectly and kindly, nothing was too much trouble. The staff were so professional, yet warm and friendly. We loved how the history of the building was recognised and furnished appropriately, with exactly the right touch. We felt so relaxed and at ease the whole time we were there. The Hotel even offered walking routes locally and onto the Moor. We have found a gem and will certainly be returning.

Had a great stay at the Oxenham arms• Hospitality was great!•Food was very good• Stayed for 6 nights would highly recommend

This was our second visit to the Oxenham Arms and it was even more enjoyable than the first time.The owners, Simon and Lyn, are hard-working, passionate about their business and have a great sense of humour.They made our stay such fun.The food was excellent with delicious flavours and beautiful presentation.Our room was huge and attractively furnished and we slept so well in the super king size bed.The location is peaceful and great for walking on Dartmoor.We'll definitely be back.

I stayed here with a friend in the Chagford room. It was clean, comfortable and spacious despite it being an old building.We had dinner in the Bar and the food was outstanding.The staff are very friendly and helpful.We will certainly return.

We had a lovely time, thank you to everyone for the excellent serviceand lovely food.

We enjoyed a great stay. Excellent accommodation and very friendly and welcoming staff.

Comfortable and restful room. Food and bar very enjoyable

Wonderful welcome from all members of staff, warm lovely atmosphere throughout the whole building.Seeping with history. The room was truly beautiful and comfortable.We stayed for two nights and ate both nights in the restaurant.All four meals were exceptional, little bit different and reasonable AND piping hot!!The breakfasts were equally as good.Cannot wait to return.Well done everyone at The Oxenham for your obvious dedication and hard work...it has certainly paid off. Would give you 10 stars if we could!

From arrival to departure everything and everyone associated with the Oxenham Arms was excellent. Friendly staff, fabulous food and drink, lovely cosy room.A great base for our walking and cycling exploits.10/10 We will be back.

What a wonderful place to stay! Warm and friendly people, beautiful room (we had the Charles Dickens room) and the food was terrific! I would have no hesitation in recommending this fabulous place.

Welcoming and comfortable. Excellent food and service. Interesting building in a country village setting. Highly recommended.

Wow what a find. Our short stay with you was fabulous. Food was out standing,the building itself is very interesting and the owners and staff were great. thank you

The Oxenham Arms is one of our favourite hotels. The rooms are always spotlessly clean and the beds extremely comfortable. The owners Simon and Lyn and all the staff are very welcoming and helpful. Food is excellent and unpretentious. The bar and snug are full of the atmosphere of the historic building. We have stayed there many times and always enjoyed our visits very much. We consider the Ox a great place to stay and excellent value for money. We look forward to our next visit and hope everyone else enjoys it as much as we do.

Very comfortable room. Delicious food.

The Oxenham Arms is absolutely. I stayed a night as part of a long distance cycle trip and it was a very enjoyable stay. The historichotel is absolutely charming a d full of character. Lovely 4 poster room. A great restaurant, where we had a very enjoyable dinner and breakfast. The staff were brilliant as well. South Zeal is a hidden gem on Dartmoor and well worth visiting.

I would highly recommend that you stay here

Booked the Oxenham Inn last minute. But what an amazing place.

Fantastic old hotel with a lot of history.Very friendly and helpful staffGreat foodGood base to explore Dartmouth

3 nights "away from it all". Relaxed, comfortable - we loved it! Fascinating history; peace & quiet; delicious food. Thank you Lyn, Simon & staff for providing such a wonderful environment.

Lovely comfy room in peaceful setting. Great service and delicious food. Highly recommended.

We had a lovely room, staff are very friendly,John is very funny.Food is so good highly recommend.Really comfortable beds.Great place to relax, Simon the host, very knowledgeable.Highly recommended.

From the moment I arrived I was given exceptional service and consideration. Everything about my stay was special and I would love to return and spend more time enjoying what the hotel has to offer and to explore the local area, which I could not do justice to on this visit.

What a lovely establishment. Very comfortable room; the food in the restaurant was excellent. Thank you to Lyn, Simon and John for a lovely stay.

. Very comfortable bed in a slightly quirky but historic room. The hosts and staff were welcoming, helpful and friendly.The food was first rate and there was a great vegetarian option.Breakfast was first rate

A very comfortable, well-run hotel dating back to the 13th century and blessed with many historic features. Extremely hospitable couple in charge, nothing was too much trouble for them, and they proved to be a fund of knowledge about the building's history as well as the surrounding region. There is clearly a talented teamwork in the kitchen; the dinner dishes were well above average and showed ambition and skill. The wine list is short but has some good, well-priced bottles, and there are excellent beers on draught in the cosy bar. The bedrooms were full of interesting, quirky features, (such as uneven floors!) but the beds were very comfortable with high-quality linen. The owners create a pleasing sense of informality but in no way does this detract from their exceptional professionalism. Their staff are friendly, efficient and well-trained. Overall, a highly enjoyable and rewarding stay.

Oxenham arms is very beautiful and full of character and history. The owners and staff are allwonderful and made our stay the best ever. The rooms and the foodare amazing!

Everyone was kind.The historic building is quaint and reminds me of the good old England.Also, all the employees were kind.The pet cat was friendly and cute.

Our two night stay in this incredibly old, historic building was both interesting and comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful, the breakfast and dinner were excellent. We will endeavour to return

Lovely place, good atmosphere, friendly and helpful service, very good food, comfortable rooms, excellent walking nearby plus lots of places to visit.Perfect for a short break (4 nights in our case) and good price.

Loved it - loved the walk up on the moorLoved the cosy beds and food really good

This was our third visit to this wonderful find. We decided to change rooms this time having stayed in The Manaton in the past. The Chagford was this year's choice. The biggest four poster bed we've ever seen & very comfortable with beautiful soft furnishings too.Lovely views over Dartmoor from the rear window & the village road from the front. Very quiet at night not a sound to be heard. The food as always was delicious, particularly the pork & gnocchi. The cooked breakfast was just the right size enough to keep you going for the day. Lynne & Simon the owners are very friendly & take time to discuss & suggest day trips around the area.John the barman, waiter & a bit of everything else is a delightful character with the driest sense of humour & great tales of the history of the hotel which is very old & was once a monastery. We couldn't recommend this hotel highly enough & are looking forward to a return visit next year. Thanks for a fabulous stay Lynne,Simon & John.Lauren & Will also deserve a mention too for looking after us at meal times. Hope uni continues going well for Will. Jane & Paul

Very relaxing and pleasant stay .A delightful return to this beautiful hotel .You can’t beat this place at the foothills of Dartmoor .The staff are always attentive and John is ‘ highly entertaining’We shall be returning… perfect staycation

A beautiful small hotel in the pretty village of South Zeal on the edge of Dartmoor.Steeped in history and character!Food was amazing both dinner and breakfast!Lovely comfortable room with tasteful decor!Great hostsLoved it!

We stayed just one night whilst visiting family. I was struck how friendly everyone was and we were made to feel very welcome. Our room was spacious and the four poster bed was enormous and extremely comfortable. There was a good choice on the breakfast menu and the service was quick. It’s a lovely place to stay and compares very favourably price wise with local farmhouses b & bs.

Great staff and Lyn makes you feel very comfortable. Food is very good with nice eating areas in the hotel both inside and out.Location is great just off the A30, easy access to the moors and national trust properties.

Our stay at the Oxenham Arms was just right. We were able to park right outside and were in our lovely room (Bovey), very quickly. It was spacious, clean and comfortable, the perfect place to unwind and relax. The bar area was lovely too and the staff very helpful and friendly. Our meal in the restaurant was tasty and our stay overall was excellent.

Set in the beautiful village of South Zeal this ancient former monastery is steeped in history. The {Belstone} room was magnificent, dominated by a super king 4 poster bed. Parking outside the ancient front door we stepped back in time. The staff were all friendly and worked very hard.the first night was very full.The Food was EXTREMELY GOOD. [a scallop with tempura fried cauliflower inspired]. We will return and I hope it will be quite soon

After a long tedious journey, a pleasant surprise awaited us. This quaint little place called The Oxenham Arms!Such an interesting place in a quiet idyllic location. We had a warm greeting by Simon, shown our rooms which were spotless. The food is absolutely delicious, great atmosphere, warm helpful staff. I will definitely be back. Thank you all so much for wonderful stay....

This hotel in the middle if South Zeal is a little gem. Quirky ,full of history and a wonderful place to stay. Very welcoming with lovely rooms and excellent cuisine .We have stayed before and will be back again.

We spent a night in this magnificent old Inn full of history.The barman regaled us with tales from the area and also specifically of the Inn which is the oldest in the Devon region.With super comfy bed and stylish room, a cosy bar area with a great range of drinks,a superb dinner equal to any restaurant we might choose, we definitely will be back.

Excellent venue and very friendly staff very comfortable room,Food and menu very good at all meals, good service nothing to much troubleRecommend for a comfortable stay in a very historic and interesting hotel

We loved our time at the Oxenham Arms. The hotel was beautiful (as was the garden), the room was very comfortable, the food was delicious, and the staff were very friendly and welcoming. We would have no hesitation in staying again.

The stay was excellent. We were welcomed beautifully on arrival. The room was very comfortable and the food delicious. The occasion was a retirement party. All our guests emailed the following day to comment on the quality of service and the lovely atmosphere. I would thoroughly recommend this as a restaurant, hotel and bar.

We really enjoyed our stay at Oxenham Arms Hotel. Food was excellent and all of the team were very welcoming and happy to give advice on local walks , trips etc.Would highly recommend

Thank you to Lyn and Simon and their team for making our stay just perfect. So relaxed and friendly in an historic and interesting inn with great food. The gardens are beautiful and the area is so scenic.What’s not to like. Thoroughly recommend staying at the Oxenham.

Stayed for 3 nights, Simon and Lyn were exceptional hosts. We were welcomed by all staff and the locals, all incredibly friendly. Food, drink and room were all excellent. Would thoroughly recommend, and hope to return.

Wonderful one night stay at this historic and cosy Inn on the edge of Dartmoor.It offers the perfect haven to recover from a days hiking on the moor with excellent food, great drinks selection and friendly and helpful service.

Lovely stay at such an historic building in a cute village.Amazing mattress so comfortable! Lovely food, really rather special. Great staff and wonderful garden.Loved our stay. Will be back.

I have stayed at the Oxenham Arms a few times, and always enjoy the experience. The ambience is just amazing, over a 1000 years of history in this one place. You feel it round every corner whether it be the worn stone floors, the open ancient wooden beams or the most amazing 5000 year old standing stone in the restaurant. The service is outstanding and the food quality amazing. I had the lamb chops, absolutely delicious. The rooms are very comfortable and historic. The bar is great with local beers and even a Devon Single Malt Whisky. The setting in the Devonshire country side is fabulous, a beautiful garden with views as far as the eye can see.You just have to check this place out.

John was so welcoming.Everyone so lovely.Have already recommended you to a lot of friends I have sent postcards to.Shall certainly hope to see you again.Only one thing not quite so happy with - the supper portions were so huge and felt guilty notfinishing our dinner.Beautiful room and VERY comfortable bed - with lovely views.John sends his best wishes along with mine and wish you a happy summer.Thank you ,Jan.👏👏👏 Shall give five stars ( but hoping for smaller meals next time.)

Beautifully clean and welcoming hotel , interesting ancient building , excellent Sunday roast and great staff

We have seen many places and this is one of the best inns that we have ever stayed.The history surrounding this place, the room, the grounds and the food were all first rate.The staff and owners specialize in making the customers feel special.John made us feel very important and we enjoyed his stories.This is a place worth a stop for a meal and a stay

We stayed at the Oxenham Arms for two nights while visiting Sticklepath. The accommodation was very comfortable which added to the highly positive experience. This was one of the friendliest and welcoming places we have been. The food was exceptional. The hotel and inn is steeped in history, which was fascinating. I recommend very highly!

We stayed in the Bovey room which was very comfortable but the best thing about the stay were the people who worked there, who made it a very relaxing and fun experience. The dinner was really delicious, the 7 cheese dessert was big! Beautiful old inn with tons of history.

We had 2 nights at The Oxenham Arms and throughly enjoyed our stay. The Inn is steeped in history, the food is good and plentiful and the staff welcoming and friendly.

Lovely old building, well cared for and beautifully furnished.Food is excellent, with a good choice of draught beers - we enjoyed the Merrie Monk, brewed by Dartmoor Brewery.We were staying in South Zeal for a conference, and the staff coped well with 44 of us for dinner, all at the same time, on the Saturday evening.The staff were very helpful when we needed an early breakfast, providing something half an hour before the advertised time.There is an 11.00 pm curfew, when the doors are locked, which didn't bother us at all, although some of the others in our group found this most amusing.This is unusual, but the upside was that I was very aware of how quiet and peaceful the hotel was at night, without noisy residents staggering upstairs and banging doors in the early hours.

There is no need to say very much - just brilliant in all ways. Made to feel so welcomed. As for the food - Wonderful.

Felt very welcome from the moment we entered the Oxenham Arms. This continued throughout our stay. The room was beautiful and very comfortable with everything we needed plus a lovely extra of some fudge. We ate both nights in the estuarine and the food was very good as was breakfast on both mornings. We will definitely be back especially as it is only 40 mins from home.

We only stayed the one night but we will return. A great venue and great hosts. Highly recomended

A little gem of a place! Wonderful accommodation and staff. Food was excellent as usual. We shall return!

We stayed at the Oxenham Arms for 3 nights and had a great time.The rooms are very comfortable, the staff friendly and the food was well cooked and plentiful.The parking is limited but there is a car park only a few minutes walk from the hotel so that is not a problem.We would definitely recommend the hotel and hope to stay there again.

Great room, dinner and live band!

We stayed at the Oxenham Arms on our way to St Ives. Food and accommodation were excellent with a very comfortable bed.All the staff were extremely helpful and friendly.We would look forward to staying again in the future

We spent two nights at the oxenham arms, and loved every minute. We stayed in the lydford room , which was lovely, clean, nice fresh Devon milk on request, when making coffee or tea. The four poster bed, was the most comfortable bed I have ever experienced. The food is of the highest standard, and the service is first class. The garden is exceptional, which amazing views of the moors. We are looking to return in October for three nights, and we can’t wait. A big thank you to Simon , Lyn, and the fantastic John. I honestly could not recommend this hotel enough.

Staff friendly and welcoming- accommodation interesting and spotless!

The history behind this unique, stunning hotel is just incredible. You can truly immerse yourself in the past and feel the aura from thousands of years - the summaries really do not do it justice.Warm and welcoming by all staff, a fantastic menu and quality of food you won't be disappointed in any way from steaks to breakfasts. Must try the Scotch Egg! Good selection of local beers and ciders.Beds comfy and a real point of note was how clean this establishment is - you expect a few cobwebs in such an old building but this was immaculate, in all pars of the hotel. Lovely garden with the moors as a backdrop. Planned walks and helpful staff to plan your days with lots of local knowledge.No hesitation in fully recommending the Oxenham Arms, you will not be disappointed!

From the word go, we were made welcome by John in the Bar and learnt about the fascinating history of this historical Hotel with its 4 poster bedrooms.As you might expect, food was excellent and freshly prepared by the Chef.

Lovely interesting stay in the former Benedictine monastery. Room was decorated beautifully to compliment the ancient building.Dinner was excellent. Beer too.staff very helpful and friendly.

Warm welcome when we arrived, lovely room, fantastic food and a great evening, would highly recommend it to anyone

Spending five nights at the 'Ox' was a delight.Although the hotel is a great stopping-off place for travel to Cornwall, it's an excellent base for exploring Dartmoor and the North and South Devon coasts.It's also a great base for walking; a short walk from the hotel takes you onto the Moor and there are dozens of local walks, all well signposted. We particularly loved the walk from the hotel to Belstone to Sticklepath and then along the Cleave, with a break for afternoon tea in the Old School Room in Belstone. The Hotel's rooms are clean and comfortable, the welcome warm, the building unique and the food excellent.This was our second multi-day stay and we know there will be more!

The wedding of my god-daughter was held at St. Andrew's Church nearby. The reception was at Sticklepath, so the Oxenham Arms Hotel was doubly convenient for both.We arrived on Friday, married on Saturday and departed on Sunday.We enjoyed a delicious supper of steak and salmon both of which were very well presented and tasty.The chardonnay is recommended and the merlot.We slept in the Chagford suite in a four-poster bed.The bathroom has an efficient shower at the touch of a button.There is a courtesy map of local walks which are as long or short as one likes.Read the first chapter of Westward Ho! to get an historic flavour of the inn.Simon and Lynn are welcoming hosts with humour and warmth. Afternoon tea in the rear garden looking towards Dartmoor is recommended. Adequate parking is at the front of the inn, so nose your car up to the flowerbeds at the front of house.Breakfast is a splendid choice ranging from Full English through Poached Eggs (various) to kippers.Enjoy!

Relaxing in so many ways. You feel very welcome as soon as you walk through the door. Wonderful history attached to the property.Simon and Lynne (hosts) are very hands on and anxious to make your stay as relaxed and comfortable as possible. Beautiful large landscaped gardens.Nothing is too much trouble.Fantastic rooms with four poster in each.The food is fabulous with a good choice.Breakfast is amazing and relaxed whether for one day or several days... have done both!!Booked again for August for 3 nights.We are so glad we found this gem of accommodation and fine food.Thank you Simon and Lynne

Stayed here as part of our coast to coast cycle ride, rooms were comfortable and well appointed. Everything about the Oxenham Arms is historically very very old so all rooms are rather dark and full of atmosphere. We enjoyed our stay and our meals in the pub were first class. Secure storage was also provided for our bikes which wasappreciated .

Exceeded expectation. Atmospheric historic property. Personal service with excellent food, fine wine list and a friendly bar. Advice and information about local walks, tours and amenities. A memorable holiday.

A historic place to stay with a comedic host. Great place to have dinner with friends.

Excellent

Always a lovely all round experience - room(s), food and drink.Great care and attention from Simon, Lyn and John.

Friendly and attentive staff. Most comfortable bed for a perfect nights sleep. Good food. Lovely atmosphere and surroundings. Could not be better!

Welcoming friendly establishment the food amazing and service first class. Second time staying here and will definitely return. Rooms all individually decorated and beautifully done. You want for nothing. Could not be more welcoming.

We hate modernboring hotels and we’re looking for a place with character and history for our Easter break in Devon, well you won’t find a place with more historical character than here, absolutely fantastic building and then add the most helpful & cheerful team of staff serving great food. What more can you ask for. Oh and I mustn’t forget the friendly ghost. Will definitely visit again.

We had a very comfortable stay. Our room was immaculate and had everything we could possibly need.We loved the history of the place and enjoyed the beautiful views from the garden, peace and quiet.Two of the three nights we ate in the hotel and both meals were delicious. A great location for exploring Dartmoor and beyond.

An historic building full of charm in an interesting village. Staff friendly and helpful. Lovely evening meal and breakfast. A relaxing short break, thank you.

Most enjoyable stay with good food and friendly staff. Highly recommended!

What a find the Oxenham Arms Hotel really is. We stopped here on the way down to Cornwall and are so glad that we did. The owners Simon and Lyn are wonderful as is the accommodation (and four poster bed), food and service. The history of this place is amazing and it was really good to find an owner that new so much about the buildings history, history that you can touch in every nook and cranny from the ancient standing stone that is centre-piece to the building to the old walls of the monastery. In essence we really enjoyed our night there and will book again.

From the moment we pulled up outside we knew we were in for a treat. The History of the building is intriguing from that very moment. Made to feel very welcome Simon & Lyn. Sadly only had one night here but visited the kitchen to compliment the chef after dinner (I never do that). Our 4 poster gave us both the best nights sleep we've had in forever. Managed to squeeze in one of the many walks possible directly from The Oxenham in the morning which was also stunning. Can't fault our experience at all, we will definitely be back.

Lovely room, great food, superb hospitality. Popped in for a drink at New Year, thought it looked like a lovely place so returned for a weekend stay. Weren’t disappointed! Nice walks, nice meals, nice stories in the bar. Thank you.

From the moment we arrived we were welcomed warmly and this continued throughout our stay.Our room was clean and the food excellent.The hotel is small and cosy, with Olde Worlde charm.Lynne and Simon (the owners) were so friendly we felt more like we were staying with friends at their home rather than as their guests.The service was all excellent and the front of house manager, John, added to the friendliness and can-do attitude.We highly recommend this place for a relaxing, intimate break.

Wonderful long weekend break for my husband's birthday.Staff were amazing, friendly, fun and went out of their way to be helpful.Set in a very pretty village, the building is full of history with information about previous inhabitants and visitors.There are dozen's of walks in the area for all levels.Definitely worth a visit,

I had a wonderful stay at the Oxenham arms. Its a beautiful old pub and situated right on the edge of Dartmoor. My room was very comfortable and very quiet which was perfect for me. The food is fantastic and the staff are super friendly and nothing was too much trouble. I would definately stay again if i was in the area.

Friendly welcome, attractive bar, open fire, good beer. Good sized comfortable room, good food at dinner and breakfast, relaxing environment.

We stayed here for three nights to attend a family event in Okehampton. The venue and accommodation is fantastic, quirky and different. The service and staff accommodating & friendly amd the food was locally sourced and superb.

Wonderful place for a short break. Excellent food morning and evening and very professional friendly staff. Clean bedrooms. Quirky buildings with lots of historic features.

What a treat!Good location for days out.Amazing history, loved all the period features - it really is very special.Enjoyed the food.Cosy, clean beamed room with modern shower (no bath).The hosts and staff were attentive and good company.If you want a unique stay away from the hustle, this romantic and friendly place is it.Would also recommend to single travellers.

We had 3 days at this fab hotel. The room was lovely with views to Dartmoor. We ate there two nights and the food was lovely , especially for me being a veggie. Breakfast was also good . You can walk straight from the hotel up to the moor which was great, no sitting in a car! We loved our stay and the owners and staff were lovely and couldn’t be more helpful. Thank you .

Dear Lyn and SimonThank you for a really great break. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will recommend The Oxenham to others. The food was excellent and very imaginative. Our room was well equipped and the bed was very comfortable. Staff were welcoming and the service was excellent.A memorable stay in a fascinating piece of history.Best wishesVince and Jane

Beautiful inn in a picture postcard Devon village set in rolling countryside. Very friendly hosts, especially John who doubled as bar man and waiter. Gorgeous ancient bar with log fire and same in dining area. Excellent food especially the perfectly cooked fish and chips. Four poster bed comfy and room very quaint. Great breakfast. Only fault is tiny en-suite and overall inn was a bit chilly but to be expected in such an old place and did not detract from our stay. Wonderful really!

Had an absolutely lovely stay, Lyn and Simon were very welcoming and accommodating, food was amazing and room was clean, tidy and very comfortable. Couldn't have asked for any more, and look forward to coming back again.

A wonderful one night stop. Welcoming arrivalfrom the owners .Food was good. .very good valueHistory of the hotel is so fascinating and many original features of the 12th century monastery.a wealth of facts.our room was spacious very clean and warm .good shower room .And Bob Geldorf slept there.Would return for a longer stay to explore the area.

This was the most fascinatingly historic inn I’ve stayed in. Beautiful, characterful, and impressive. The owners and staff were a real delight too. We were walking the archangel’s way, and they provided help and advice.The food was excellent, and the choice of whiskeys after a day crossing the moor was most welcome.

Excellent location, Very interesting building and accommodation. Very helpful hosts and very nice food.Traditional, but that's what it says on the tin. Very clean and everything works as it should.Thoroughly recommend it

We stayed recently at the Oxenham ArmsAs we were meeting friends for Dinner,which I must say was excellentWe dined in the bar by the fire which was very cosy and the food was excellent.Our stay was very enjoyable we had a huge 4 poster bed which was exceptionally comfortable.Very much all round enjoyed our short stay

Lovely roomGood serviceExcellent food

Parts of this hotel date back 850 years and standing stones are part of the structure. Staff are very welcoming and friendly and the food is good

A warm welcome from friendly people, a beautiful old building with loads of character and history, log fires, a very comfortable and cosy room and Dartmoor right on your doorstep. The food is delicious - I had the wild mushroom linguine both nights, it was so good. And a room with its own standing stone! Just perfect. We'll be back again. 5 stars.

Just returned from an amazing weekend, stayed at the Oxenham Arms on Saturday night, it was incredible!The hotel is steeped in so much history, from monks in the 12th century to David Bowie stopping in for a drink!The staff are all really friendly and the food is excellent, the rooms were immaculate and the four poster bed was extremely comfortable.I really can’t praise this place enough, we will definitely be going back, next time for longer.

Had 3 wonderful nights despite Storm Eunice.Belstone Room and view were fantastic. Lots of lovely choices for breakfast each morning. Had two meals in the restaurant and they were also great.

My husband and I spent two nights in this wonderful historic building. Lyn and Simon are the perfect hosts, they both went out of their way to make our stay perfect. We ate in the hotel both evenings and the food was excellent, the breakfast was also very tasty. All of the staff were extremely pleasant and welcoming. A fantastic stay - we will definitely be returning, thank you!

My husband and I stayed at the Oxenham Arms for Valentine's Day ...we had the most beautiful room overlooking the Moors - The Belvedere . The four poster bed was so comfortable, enormous with gorgeous cotton bed linen. We enjoyed a delicious 4 course meal too . Everything was superb. Such a beautiful building too with fascinating history. South Zeal is a pretty village right on the edge of Dartmoor, loads of beautiful walks directly from the Hotel.We will be back !

Absolutely fantastic time . Our second stay at this lovely country hotel. Our hosts Lyn Simon and John attended to our every need . Warm kind and friendly . The atmosphere is home from home.Beautiful comfy room spotlessly clean .The food was out of this world cooked by a very talented chef . We absolutely love staying here and looking forward to the next time .Thankyou.

We stayed four nights in this charming, Olde Worlde , Hotel and enjoyed every minute. Quirky, squeeky, historic and very comfortable. We had three superb dinners and four excellent breakfasts. Lovely ambience. The owners and staff made us feel very welcome and created an friendly atmosphere which led to lots of fun interraction with the other guests (for those who wished it). Many thanks to Lynn, Simon, John, Holly and the team.

I am rarely left speechless, but the Bovey room, where we resided was quite charming, restful, comfortable and peaceful.The whole building is so exquisite and the staff and facilities wonderful, we cannot praise it enough.The dining experience was absolutely top rate too.Extremely well done everyone, thank you so much.

Very good accommodation steeped in history very friendly staff and excellent food.

Everything I could have hoped for. Great location, very friendly staff and a warm welcome. Dinner and breakfast was well prepared and very good. Room was small but nice, especially with the Charles Dickens connection. I would not hesitate in recommending this Hotel.

Stayed for a couple of nights for my wife's birthday and really enjoyed it. It has charisma as it should dating from 1477. Very well looked after and would happily recommend it as a place to stay.

This was our fourth or fifth stay.We have always found The Oxenham Arms to be a very comfortable, friendly place.The food is really good too.

Just back from a fantastic stay at this lovely hotel.Such a beautiful building, welcoming and warm, but relaxed and unstuffy.We loved our stay, the bed was huge and so comfortable (we stayed in Lydford ). The menu was varied and the food was delicious. The breakfast was excellent too, just the right amount and perfectly cooked.The staff were so friendly and helpful and work so hard to make your stay an enjoyable one. Thanks again.

Having visited previously for a birthday, we decided to return for New Years eve, the food was exemplary as expected, (steak is superb) the Scotch Egg starters are to die for, seriously. We had an amazing evening in the main bar, there are so many social rooms, small snugs etc but the action was in the bar with a great little karaoke by the fireplace, perfect for our 2022 photos of us looking our best, or maybe not by midnight 🤔. What an awesome stay we will certainly return soon. Ask for a four poster bedroom they are just lovely 😍Very Many thanks to our hosts.

We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend getaway at the Oxenham Arms Hotel. The room was spotlessly clean and comfortable, with lovely views up over Cosdon Hill.John was very welcoming in the Bar, and there were numerous local Ales and an extensive Gin list to sample! The food was absolutely fantastic. Breakfast set us up for the days walk to Belstone and back, and we took advantage of the Hotel's packed lunch. Our evening meal was wonderful. Simon and Lynn are excellent hosts, and the Hotel has so much history and atmosphere, it's hard not to fall in love with the place immediately. We would definitely return, and hope to do so in the not too distant future.

A really lovely place to stay. Was welcomed as I came through the door, shown to my room and given all necessary information. Lovely rooom, comfortable bed.Dinner was amazing, and breakfast was great too.Slept very well.

The Oxenham Arms is a rare delight- the old building oozes character and has an instant WOW factor from the moment you open the century’s old front door. The owners and staff are welcoming and friendly, the food is excellent and the rooms comfortable and clean.What’s not to like if you are looking for a break on the fringes of Dartmoor.

A wonderful historic building set in stunningsurroundings excellent food , nice friendly staff and very comfortable bed and accommodation , thank you will definitely be back !

We booked this hotel as we wanted to explore Dartmoor, not knowing what a gem it would turn out to be. We had a fabulous stay, the place is seeped in history and is very atmospheric. The rooms are clean and comfortable and the owners were very welcoming. Now on to the food- simply Devine and good portion sizes, moreover also at a reasonable price (£100 for a three course meals, drinks and wine included) We were so impressed we are going back. This gem of a hotel will become one of our bolt holes.

As with our last visit this one was just as good. Again the hospitality and welcoming is second to none as was the food. Stayed in a different room this time that although a little smaller was to the same standard and very comfortable indeed. Hopefully it will not be as long between this visit and our next as it was since our last.

Thank you for a very relaxing stay in a glorious 4 poster bedroom. Dinner arranged with family was excellent,the menu was varied and delicious. We were extremely well looked after and hope to return soon for a longer stay.

Delightful old building with cosy eating areas and bar. Our bedroom was very comfortable with a newly refurbished bathroom.Dinner in the bar was excellent in the friendly company of the owners Lynn and Simon. We had a traditional breakfast which was well cooked and served.We look forward to a return visit.

The oldest place we have ever stayed in, full of character & charm. fantastic breakfast & evening meal, food of the highest quality, freshly cooked. The hosts made us very welcome, as did all the staff, nothing was too much trouble.The rooms were very comfortable, beds amazing. Highly recommended.

We were welcomed from the minute we walked into this enchanting place. We loved the ambience, the historical feel and the friendliness of the hosts and their amazing staff. Food is perfect and all prepared by chef, a good selection of Gins, Ales and Wine.. Excellent breakfast to set you up for the day. Local area is amazing perfect for walking.. We will return.. Thank you

A delightful stay with excellent food, exceptional atmosphere and great comfort. The staff made our visit and the cats added a homely feel. Breakfast was organised with military precision and was generous, tasty, well presented and the coffee was very refreshing. A delightful village and characters abound. A place to relax and savour the pleasures in life.

A trip down memory lane from my childhood .A relaxing two night stay with lovely food .Hope to visit again soon .

Lovely stay, great food and the perfect autumnal weekend. Thank you for making it so special.

What a beautiful, historical building and interesting to be able to read up on it.The food too, was delicious.It was nice to have fish that was not over cooked but nice and moist, as it should be!!Great hosts too, he has a real good sense of humour and makes you feel relaxed.Highly recommend.

We stayed for a long weekend as a birthday treat for my wife.I can honestly say that the hotel lived up to and beyond expectations in so many ways. A country hotel steeped in history,in a lovely part of Devon. Simon and Lynn made us very welcome and nothing was too much trouble. The hotel is full of character and the accomodation is second to none. A fabulous choice of fine dining with a wine list to be savoured. We rarely go back to the same place but this is the exception. 11 out of 10.

The accommodation topped off our great weekend in Dartmoor.What a wonderful building with so much history, it was a shame the weather wasn't warmer so we could enjoy the garden and the 'stone circle'.The staff could not do enough for us, the food was really good, we loved the fact there were so many snugs to chose from for our evening meals.Rooms were lovely and clean and decorated to suit the history of the building.definitely an place to return to.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The building itself has so much interest and there is plentiful information. We appreciated the potted history in our guest folder. We also appreciated the walking leaflets. Our room was lovely and comfortable the food was really good. We loved the loin of venison the best ever. The staff are friendly and welcoming . We loved the old bar and the red restaurant is also very atmospheric. Thankyou for a memorable two night stay.

Hotels don't come much more atmospheric than this! What a privilege to be able to stay in a room where Dickens wrote Pickwick Papers and to eat a delicious dinner right next to a prehistoric standing stone. We loved everything about this place. Wonderful hospitality with sensible Covid precautions.

A very atmospheric Inn in a quiet location. We had a lovely room, experiences great service and had easy access to Dartmoor. We found it the perfect base for a mini-break

Warmest of welcomes from very friendly and efficient owners and staff. Evening meal in snug could not be faulted. Comfortable bed. Highly recommend, thanks.

Welcoming & Friendly hosts, lovely historic building and rooms with great food!!The owners are clearly passionate about their property and business, arrived late and starving after lunchtime kitchen close, but they sorted us with a tasty chesseboard and nibbles and 1/2 bottle of my favorite tipple - Port.The beds were super comfortable and the the linen top quality and our bath/shower was a delight with proper pressure!Apperently thay were short staffed? But you would'nt know it as the service and attention to detail were spot on...unlike the other 4 properties we stayed at during our West country trip.If you are COVID concious - they take it seriously with masks being essential between your room and table. I detest wearing a mask and did not find this a hardship.

A proper traditional hotel with great rooms and good food all with a wonderful welcome from Simon, Lyn & JD - thank you for a fab two night stay and letting us walk up your hill

A wonderful warm welcome on arrival.Superb gigantic four poster bed, in a quirky room, with a great history. A very informative and up to date information folder.Extremely professional but wonderfully friendly owners and the gentleman serving us drinks was fantastic.Our evening meal was exquisite, which we were pleased we could enjoy in the bar rather than the restaurant. We love the atmosphere of a bar, perhaps we are a little nosey.Excellent selection of wines and we also discovered a new spiced rum!After a superb nights sleep, breakfast was a delight. Highest quality of everything we enjoyed.Only one regret, and that is that we were only there for one night, on our way down to Cornwall.We will return, and highly recommend this little gem.

What a gem. We were made to feel very welcome by all the staff, owners included.Food was excellent, both dinner and breakfast. Goodselection of wine, beer & whisky! We stayed in the Bovey Room which was well appointed, very comfortable and plenty of space.shame we only booked for one night,but it’s certainly somewhere we would return to. Great location for exploring the surrounding area.Sadly we only had time for Stone Lane Gardens and Castle Drogo. 5* for everything.

I booked 2 rooms to give my mum a surprise 91st birthday. It couldn't have been better. The hosts are charming and as nothing was too much trouble, we had a wonderful stay. It is such an interesting building and maintains the fabric. The meals we had were superb, compliments to the chef!

Wonderful setting within a small village, Ideal for walkers, the hotel even provides guides for various local walks with all the information of what to expect/encounter, tastefully decorated given given limitations of a grade II building. Excellent food, friendly staff, this is how a small hotel should be run. The only negative is the very limited parking on the hotel grounds.

Wonderful food and very friendly. Lovely village position easy to get to and find.

Simon and Lynn run this olde worlde English inn. Friendly and helpful hosts who clearly enjoy what they do and the buildings' history.Good food at reasonable prices. Comfortable quirkyrooms.We didn't meet the ghost!Would definitely stay again.

The accommodation was well presented (although the shower in Manaton was not very powerful) The food was excellent, with just the right amount of choices. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly, the ale was very good the Merry Monk was a good discovery.I would definitely recommend to friends and hopefully we will visit again.

Lovely Hotel inviting and friendly with an excellent restaurant.

Room very comfortable. Huge towels, endless hot water, biscuits, bottled water, everything you could want. Good food and friendly staff. Can't find fault.

A wonderful place to stay. Staff welcoming and friendly and the room was large and comfortable and we loved the history of the building. Dinner and breakfast were both great. Just perfect.

The Oxenham Arms is housed in a building of fascinating historical provenance, and it has been tactfully and sensitively renovated to preserve that history.But it is far from a relic.Friendly and courteous staff, rooms furnished and dressed to a high quality, good food and drink - all add up to a relaxed and easy atmosphere and a very comfortable place to stay.Nestling in the picturesque Dartmoor village of South Zeal, the hotel is ideally placed for walking and further explorations of the northern moor and settlements.Strongly recommended.

Travelling as a group of 4 adults we have just returned home from the Oxenham Arms after a two night stay and have only praise for the high standards of accommodation, food and cheerful staff.We loved the old building which started life as a monastery in the 12th century and later became a public house from the 15th cent.Highly recommended.

Another lovely stay at your beautiful hotel. Friendly, efficient staff, fabulous food and a relaxing atmosphere make The Oxenham Arms a great destination. We will return! Thank you.

We really enjoyed our two nights at the hotel. The room was full of character and the four poster bed was really comfortable. We ate in the restaurant both nights and the food was excellent and good value. We'll definitely be back!

Was so pleased to find this lovely hotel while driving along the A30. I arrived late and the owners were very friendly and helpful. The room was spotless and steeped in history, as was the hotel as a whole. I'm not often passing, but it's on my radar now and I would highly recommend it to anyone. Great breakfast too!

We had a pleasant two day stay in this very interesting old building. Everything ran well, even though Covid was causing some staffing problems. Our only problem was the two high steps into the Widecombe room which were not easy for elderly knees.

Great historic hotel close to the edge of the moor , clean and comfortable , food very good , one observation on the minus side , staff need to be a lot warmerand welcoming

Found by chance for one night en route to Cornwall. Despite the obvious age of the premises everything worked and we were very comfy. The steps into the Widecombe room were challenging for ancient hips and knees, but we fathomed a way to cope. Dinner most enjoyable both as to cooking and service. Great breakfast and we went merrily on our way. South Zeal seemed like a secret village which added to the fun.

The inn has great charm and history enhanced by the welcome and comfort received from mine hosts Simon and Lynn.To stay in a room that had seen many greats such as Charles Dickens added to the experience. We were pleased that the comfort level and facilities had been carefully modernised! A very comfortable four-poster bed.Dinner was very good and well presented under the watchful eye of Lynn.Also, we thoroughly enjoyed the time spent in the bar with Simon and interesting locals.Certainly, we will be back.

This was our second visit to this little gem of a hotel.Lynne & Simon our hosts made us feel very welcome & remembered us from 2 years ago. John was his usual chatty self with many tales to tell! Our room Manaton was extremely comfortable with an amazing four poster bed making a great night's sleep. The village was very quiet with hardly any traffic the sound of horses hooves a joy to hear. Now for the food.Every meal we had was delicious. The best creme brulee we have ever tasted & the beer braised belly pork was scrumptious too. We can't wait for our next visit. Thank you for a fantastic 4 days.

Just had two nights staying in the Lustleigh room, its simply stunning and steeped in history. Lyn, Simon, John and the rest of the very well run team were welcoming friendly and offered plenty of sound advice on the surrounding areas. I cannot fault this beautiful gem of an establishment and will definitely be returning.

My wife and I and two friends spent three nights at the hotel. We were wowed from the moment we stepped inside. Beautiful cosy atmosphere full of character and history. Staff were welcoming, friendly and helpful and the breakfasts and dinners were excellent. We had a four poster bedroom which was very cosy and charming, just right for what we needed. There is a lovely outside space too if you wanted drinks or meals outside. We would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone.

We recently enjoyed 2 nights at The Oxenham Arms , Lynn and Simon are the perfect hosts in a hotel and restaurant with a perfect setting. The views from the garden at the rear of the hotel are spectacular and there are some great walks nearby suitable for all ages and levels of fitness. The breakfast and evening meals were very tasty and served in one of the historic restaurant rooms. We would definitely recommend a visit and will ensure we return when we are next in Devon Thank you to the whole helpful and friendly team at The Oxenham Arms

We stayed for a wedding. Our room was spacious with some lovely touches including a big comfortable bed. The shower was hot and the towels big and fluffy. Breakfast was generous in portion size with lots of choices. This is a lovely place to stay in a beautiful location. We wished we’d had longer.

We loved our two-night stay at the Oxenham Arms; fantastic comfy hotel and Simon, Lyn and the whole team are so friendly and welcoming. We shall be back.

Excellent 4 day stay,management and staff very friendly and very much on the ball. Ate in every day and was not disappointed.Thank you.

Very pleasant stay and superb food

As a couple interested in historical buildings, this has got to be at the top of the class. Add to that superb food, friendly helpful staff, impeccable taste in decor and excellent cleanliness, then you cannot help but to recommend this establishment.

We first stayed here 35 years ago - what a change! Our room was beautifully decorated with embroidered hangings over an enormous and very comfortable bed. The bathroom was well designed but there were occasional interruptions to the water in the shower! The dinners and breakfast were delicious - very fresh and very tasty. The staff were delightful - friendly and efficient and we loved the bar. We will return!

Super food and hospitality- definitely recommend!

It was an absolute delight to break our journey to Cornwall by staying at The Oxenham Arms.Very friendly and helpful staff, a wonderful room and quite exceptional food.In fact I have been talking about the Belly Pork ever since!Will certainly recommend and return.

We stayed at the Oxenham Arms for a four night break on route to join family in North Devon.We stayed in the "Bovey Room" which was nicely decorated - we felt that the bed needed a new mattress as you could feel the springs in places, however, it was still comfortable and olde worldy! The food was excellent - a huge, beautifully cooked and presented breakfast and we had two evening meals and couldn`t fault the food - the restaurant manager was really friendly and professional and made guests feel welcome.The garden was a bonus - huge, with lots of tables, chairs and parasols and looked out over beautiful countryside.Parking is very restricted in front of the hotel, although there is a car park around the corner - we were lucky to be able to get a space either in front of the hotel (where there are about 4 or 5 spaces) or in the road where there are no restrictions.There are walks directly from the hotel - but beware, it is very hilly!All in all a very nice stay in this lovely, very old hotel.

We stayed at the Oxenham arms for a friends wedding and Lyn and Simon could not be more helpful. We ordered canapés and fizz for after the ceremony and they were superb. Lyn got balloons for the table in the evening all at an extremely good price.Our room was exceptional with an extremely comfortable bed. The hotel is full of character with all the necessities of modern living. We ate solely in the hotel and the food was magnificent. Couldn’t recommend this establishment more highly.

Made to feel extremely welcome the food was top notch we will definitely be staying again

We’ve stayed here several times and it didn’t disappoint this time either. Lovely attentive staff, calm surroundings and quirky rooms.The food is fabulous and if the weather is kind, the pub garden is beautiful! For a couple who love to walk straight from the hotel door, this is always our go-to place to stay.Sketchy, intermittent internet service from our room (Chagford) but not too much of an issue for us.Rooms are well equipped and clean.We’ll be back soon!

Lovely old quirky building with fascinating history, which is beautifully maintained and run by its owners. The food is exceptional, apart from the coffee, which was too weak for our taste.

Every care given to infection control during the covid epidemic. Cuisine, as always, excellent. Rooms comfortable and attractive.Staff affable and helpful. No complaints whatsoever a short stay but a perfect one.I have already booked for another visit and that says it all.

We stayed at the Oxenham Arms for 3 nights and couldn't of picked a better place to stay.The Inn itself is exceptional stacked with history.Our room was excellent with no faults.We had breakfast and dinner every morning and evening and every meal was a treat.Wonderful chefs.The hosts were very accommodating and friendly to chat with.I wouldn't hesitate to recommend and will look forward to another visit if we are in the area again.Thanks for a lovely time.

It was our 55 wedding anniversary nothing to much trouble for any member of staff

This hotel is a wonderful place to stay.The staff are helpful and friendly, the rooms are very comfortable and the food is delicious.

We had an excellent stay, a great and friendly welcomeAnd a delicious dinner.

Terrific hotel, in a wonderful location with exceptional food and ale

Family-run in set in north Dartmoor village that is itself historically, this hotel started out as a prehistoric site, then medieval religious house, then manor house and coaching inn, all evident in its structure. It has welcomed illustrious national figures over the centuries fromDickens to David Bowie and is full of curious nooks, curios and books relating to national and regional culture.The hostsand amiable staff provide high quality cuisine suitable for most diets and standard of accommodation although issues of adaptation to the building may give some accessibility issues. It is important to try to plan to at least book a night here if you are in the area.

Lovely hotel in a quiet location. The staff were friendly, room & bed were clean and comfortable as expected and if you sense them, the spirits were friendly & no concern! Couldn't fault the evening meal & service. Breakfast orders are taken in writing on the evening before so we expected it to be correct when served but one Breakfast had to be returned twice. That's a minor criticism for an otherwise really enjoyable stay & would stay again in the future.

A warm welcome with good food and sunny beer garden. Big four poster bed was super comfortable.

Very comfortable bed, quiet room, quality towels and bedding, indoor teas and coffee rather sparse. Dinner menu and standard better than expected, really very good. Prices charged generally justified.

We have just had the most wonderful few days in a very special place. Lyn, Simon and John were great hosts and so welcoming. The Oxenham Arms has real character and a sense of a history going back a long way. The food was superb and we worked our way through the menu. We stayed in the Lydford Suite and slept soundly in the most comfortable four poster bed. There are lovely walks from the hotel and well-written guides are available. It is easy to explore the whole moor from the “Ox” and we will be back many times. It’s a real find and thank you to the team for making our stay so memorable.

Superb and welcoming ancient Inn on the edge of the Moor. High standard of food, hospitality, rooms and character. Owners work hard to make you feel at home and a menu to die for! Forget the diet, and book a fabulous escape!

We have stayed at the Oxenham Arms half a dozen times and it never fails us. The staff are friendly, attentative and courteous and always ready to offer advice for days out. Choose to eat between the bar or ‘snug’ from a good and balanced menu. We will return again.

A really lovely place to stay: characterful, friendly, excellent breakfasts and dinners.Good walking from the hotel and within easy reach of places to visit.We will be back!

The Oxenham Arms is a wonderful, historic hotel and very comfortable in a good setting. We received a warm welcome from everyone and really enjoyed our stay. The food was always excellent and well-presented. Our bed was one of the most comfortable we have ever slept in and the room itself and the hotel were very clean. For most of our stay we had to use the village car park because the parking space at the hotel was very limited. Managed though to park our car in the car park for our final night. A big thank you to everyone concerned at the hotel for a lovely stay.

Brilliant one night stay wish it was longer, stayed in the Lydford room lovely four poster bed which was very comfy, room was spotless and peaceful. Enjoyed one of the very best dinners we have had for a long time, great breakfast the following morning. All staff friendly and helpful. Will definitely be returning to stay in this historic Inn.

The atmosphere of the whole building and garden is superb! Friendly staff and delicious meal with local ale is what we exactly needed after the lockdown. We love to come back again to enjoy other gorgeous room...perhaps to meet some friendly ghosts there??? Thank you so much for your hospitality and historical tour of the building.

We enjoyed our recent stay at Oxenham Arms.A minor criticism would be our second morning breakfast when we had the kippers which had a very odd flavour and were very greasy, neither of us liked them.I would also like to make a suggestion to your desert menu. Most of your resident guests were a similar age to us and we don’t really want the heavy deserts so at this time of the year why not put fresh strawberries and Devonshire clotted cream on the menu? As visitors to Devon we really want to enjoy local produce ,so again try and include this in your menu— keep it simple and limited but good quality, local and fresh.

Stayed in Chagford room, very comfortable bed.Excellent food, family run hotel with a homely atmosphere.

Excellent location within the National Dartmoor Park.Clean and comfortable room with huge four poster bed.View of Dartmoor from bedroom window. Also a lovely garden with outdoor seating. Good choice of food at breakfast and dinner, in historic settings. Extensive wine and Gin menus.Parking was limited though.

Everything was perfect.A big thank you to the host John for making us feel most welcome.

This was our second visit to the Oxenham Arms admittedly a few years apart.The whole experience was just as good as our first visit.The main reasons were the staff and facilities were just as we remembered just right for our needs,restaurant,bar area,bedrooms and garden.We really enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to anyone looking for excellent value for money.

We had a pleasant stay despite Covid restrictions. The whole team were welcoming and helpful. Would highly recommend.

We landed on our feet whilst looking for a very late booking on a Friday night.Of all of the hotels with vacancies, Oxenham Arms Hotel looked idyllic and we were not disappointed. it is an historic and interesting old building, the food and accommodation was excellent and the staff friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be returning.

A very pleasant experience.Booked in for a 4 day stay on a Thursday to get a very pleasant and humorous introduction by John to our Widecombe room with its 4 ft door way. Tapas dinner that evening was busy and seem short staffed! Very good and generous options on breakfasts but could have done with a refill of coffee or tea. Great range of beers and gins and the house Sauvignon Blanc was excellent.We had a range of dinners and they were sensible portions, very good and tasty. We know they were struggling with chefs and staff but over all it was a very relaxed and pleasant experience in both the classic oak beamed and snug bar, and the historic dining rooms. Despite the weather (chilly for late June) we did enjoy the garden out the back with its splendid character views of the moors. Parking is on the village high street and is simple and secure. It’s well signed from the main A road and has good WiFi . Anybody over 6 ft tall will need to learn to duck or ‘grouse’ as the historic building has some very low doorways as expected of such an ancient hotel; that’s reality.

This was a surprise birthday present to stay at the Oxenham Arms and meet with family.The hotel was just the perfect place, with fabulous rooms (4 pillar beds) beautifully decorated bar and restaurant, gorgeous food (steak with Truffler cheese is a must) and the staff were excellent and fun!We all loved the place and have no hesitation to recommend to anyone.We want to go back, and soon!FABULOUS, so thank you Oxenham Arms for letting us stay.

Very good stay, staff and food were superb

The Ox Arms feels more like an historic home than a hotel - such a warm, friendly and relaxed atmosphere is rare in a place that also has 4-star amenities. The only chain associated with this gem is the one that pulls you back for another visit.

We had a lovely stay, beautiful bedroom and the standard of the food was very high our only criticism would be not enough variation,we hope to return sometime

Excellent, very friendly and REALLY GOOD FOOD....... and very relaxing.I wish I lived in a village like this as it has a really good feeling of community.

I had perfect time in South Zeal, staying in Oxenham Arms for a couple of nights. It's a lovely place in rural area, historical building surrounded by rolling hills and green pastures. An amazing spot for a relaxing weekend or holidays, quiet and comfortable. Room we were accommodated in was on a smaller side, the majority of space taken by a massive four-poster bed. Bathroom is also ofquite modest size however spotless clean.Menu in downstairs restaurant is short but every single dish is perfect. Whether you prefer fish and chips or wild mushroom ravioli you will be satisfied. Wine list is impressive yet easy to read and includes a couple of house whites and reds. Staff is made of lovely and friendly people, happy to chat if not super busy. You may expect 30/40 mins of wait for your main to arrive which would be irritating in some places but I personally didn't mind. The dining room is such a pleasant place to be, with original decor kept in style with the character of the old monastery.If you are lucky in the garden you may catch a glimpse of the resident cats, sheep and geese. Make sure to take time to admire impressive views when having a pint in the garden.

Brilliant historic house. We arrived rather disheveled and exhausted after a bike ride from Ilfracombe but were made to feel most welcome and slept well in our very comfortable four poster bed after a very good meal. Also enjoyed a hearty breakfast before setting out on the next leg of our trip.

We picked the Oxenham Arms because we love old traditional pub/hotels. Although only living in Cornwall an hour away we opted to stay 24:hours in Devon.This hotel was an absolute delight dripping in history,antiques and the most comfortable bed and duvets. The garden overlooking the countryside to Dartmoor was so relaxing on a peaceful warm day, Dartmoor aleand a good glass of wine in hand. Our evening meal was delicious, husbands steak cooked perfectly, my local cheese choice as a main also delicious. We will come again to stay in the lovely village of South Zeal and use it as a base for exploring more of Devon. A big thankyou to our hosts, Lynne and Simon for making our stay so welcome in your beautiful home, pub, hotel.

A lovely hotel

We loved this hotel. it's very clean, small and friendly, fantastic food and immersed in history. There are also good walks on to the moor from here. We will definitely be visiting again :)

Despite Covid 19 restrictions being adhered to in full at the Oxenham Arms Hotel, we really enjoyed our stay.The staff were friendly and pleasant.We stayed in two rooms (due to us needing to change the dates of our stay at the last minute) - both were comfortable and very clean.Food was good. As the menu was unchanged during our stay, perhaps a specials board would be a good idea.Staff were quite stretched as the number of diners was at capacity, but managed this pleasantly.This is an historically unique hotel with a fantastic beer garden, an impressive selection of gins, and a lovely ambience.Highly recommended.

Loved our stay at the Oxenham . Staff are very friendly and make you feel at home . Clean and comfortable room and a fabulous garden . Had dinner on all 4 nights , very good and nice selection of wines and excellent real ales. A chefs special would have been nice but they’re only just reopened so maybe this will follow soon . Enjoyed our freshly cooked breakfasts and enjoyed the visits from adorable Molly the cat ????. I had a couple of “awkward guest” requests which were both dealt with patiently & kindly. All in all a wonderful establishment and we are hoping to return soon .

Beautiful settings . Warm welcomes . Fantastic COVIDadhered safety precautions.Delightful food from breakfast through to Dinner .Already booked another visit

Been missing this so long with lockdown and so happy to be able to stay there again.And it was not just a case of "absence makes the heart grow fonder".Even better menus and a vastly improved breakfast menu.Piping hot water in our bathroom.Nice new tables in the bar.New patio area in the garden.All clean and sanitised and organised to take away any anxieties we might have had after 15 months of staying at home.

we only spent one night, but the room was lovely furnished, the bed really comfortable and the shower had a good water pressure. we also had a really tasty meal. everybody was very helpful and welcoming

The food was superb and the bed comfortable though I found the decor a tad bizarre in places. However what really impressed me was the fact that when I walked in unexpectedly and there were no guests the staff were still wearing their masks, they werent just for show. Also they said they would lock our bikes away and they did even though it was out of their normal routine. I must add that the crumble is to die for, I didnt know it could taste like that!

Very good hotel,excellent service,very friendly,excellent setting

Our stay at the Oxenham Arms was beyond excellent. Our room and food, brilliant and the staff were lovely and made our mini honeymoon wonderful

They we're highly accommodating from the start, with an early check in and advice on the best walking routes (a specially commissioned pamphlet). When the returned, soaked to the skin, the bathroom facilities were clean warm and classy. The bar was welcoming with a fire and great selection of local drinks. The food was of a very high standard, and the staff entirely professional and friendly. There is also a comfortable residents lounge for some quiet reading/work away from the bar.Altogether a great hotel.

We had a 3 night break just before Lockdown II and what a brilliant decision that was.We had a marvellous experience of hospitality, food, wine, walks.Can't wait for life to get back to normal so that we can plan a return. Lyn and Simon, the owner/managers were so relaxed, informative and professional, backed up by John, the chefs and waiting staff.

A fabulous building and lovely evening meal.

We loved our stay - such welcoming and knowledgeable staff, such an atmospheric and historic inn, and wonderful food and drink.We hope to return when we can!

We have just returned from a three day break at this hotel and it far exceeded our expectations. The owners and staff were very welcoming and helpful, the food was excellent and the rooms were very clean, with comfortable beds and high quality bed linen. We would definitely consider staying at this hotel again.

We found The Oxenham Arms to be warm and very welcoming. The room was quaint although perhaps a little tired We had a four poster bed. Our room overlooked the Highstreet. It was very quiet and with blackout curtains we had extremely good nights sleep. The breakfasts were fantastic as were the evening meals with a great menu and choice of restaurant rooms.All the Staff were attentive and very friendly. A special thank you to Simon, Lyn and John for making our stay so pleasant.If I could improve anything it would be to have a lounge area by the fire where you could sit and read the paper. However we spent a good deal of time walking on the Moor as there are a lot of walks to do in the area.The hotel is very central to the coast and the moors so there is plenty to keep you occupied.My partner loves cars so we visited the Moretonhamstead Motor museum which is a gem.

We were looking for a cosy pub on Dartmoor, with walks from the door and good food, real ale etc - this pub most certainly ticked all the boxes. We had a really lovely 24 hours, all the staff were very friendly and we really can't wait to return.

There are not enough words to describe this place and it's wonderful people. We were made to feel very welcome and very special. Nothing was too much trouble. The food was top notch, it looked like it had come straight from a master chef kitchen, and tasted even better. Better actually than I have eaten in a Michelin starred restaurant. Simon, Lin and every single one of their team are some of the nicest people you will ever meet, not just professional, but genuinely caring. Thank you all for a wonderful weekend. Our recommendation if you arereading this, go to the Oxenham Arms, it will knock the spots off anywhere else you've ever been. Five stars is not enough but there aren't any more to tick.

A lovely pub with plenty of history in a quiet village on Dartmoor.The rooms are plenty big enough, clean and comfortable with loads of character.3 cosy dining areas and the main bar area add to the experience, food was excellent, nice choice, well cooked and presented. Nice choice of ales, gins and whiskeys with the Merry Monk Ale going down very nicely. Hosts were very welcoming and bar and waiter staff very helpful and friendly - will definitely be visiting again.

My initial telephone call to the hotel when I spoke to Lyn set the standard for the quality of our stay.We arrived too early to check in but had the most amazing welcome from a young lady called Ella who served us our food and drink and seemed genuinely interested in our conversation with her.We sat in the bar for 3 hours and were impressed with Ella's friendly personality as well as her efficiency in dealing with everything.Our room (Belstone) had lovely views of Dartmoor and the most comfortable superking bed imaginable.We had a tasty meal in the snug in the evening in front of the log fire.The banana parfait dessert was as good as any fine dining restaurant in terms of taste and presentation.My husband adored his fillet steak with brie.After a wonderful night's sleep, we had a delicious breakfast before setting off for home.The history of this hotel is fascinating and the staff created such an atmosphere of friendliness and comfort that we intend to return for a longer stay next year to enjoy more of the area.

My husband and I have just returned from a fantastic 3 night break at this lovely ‘old’ pub and restaurant run by husband and wife team, Lyn & Simon Powell.The building is ancient, steeped in history, all wonky floors, wood panelling and rich textiles and a roaring fire in the open hearth in the bar. All the staff are characters, with special mention for John and new girl, Tara who both made our stay very special.The COVID-19 hygiene regime was taken seriously, but not heavy handedly!We felt safe and protected by it. We were celebrating our Ruby Wedding Anniversary and enjoyed some delicious food, great wines and witty banter. We have stayed at the pub a few times in the past and have always had a wonderful time.I recommend The Chagford bedroom, with dual aspects you can fully appreciate the Moreland views. The large room is dominated by a king size four poster bed draped in fabulous rich shades of deep red on the curtains and bedspread and has a nice bathroom with bath and shower. Their full English breakfast will certainly keep you going right through till supper time.Take yourself off to the beauty of Devon, the pub is in easy reach of Tavistock, Okehampton and you can reach either coast in little over an hours drive, and the moors on your doorstep .... fabulous!

With everything going on in the world, we booked a last minute weekend break away to this lovely country hotel and restaurant.We stayed in the Lustleigh Room (where Charles Dickens stayed and wrote The Pickwick Papers in what is now the en-suite bathroom). The room is a good size with uneven floors and thick walls. The wardrobe is built in and is very spacious. The bathroom is up a couple of steps and lovely and modern.You can hear noise from the bar downstairs as this room is directly above. However, due to current COVID restrictions, it was quiet by 10pm.The food here is fabulous. No complaints on either night we stayed. Breakfasts are cooked to order too.In the visitor information booklet in your room there are leaflets on local walks. We used one of these – Walk 4 Black Tor, Black-a-TorCopse and Meldon Reservoir.A fabulous walk, however, make sure you have decent walking boots as it is quite steep when scrambling down over the rocks and bouldersfrom Black Tor, slippery when walking through the copse and marshy and wet when walking back towards the reservoir (you need to be quite high up to avoid these areas). Thoroughly enjoyed this walk.Very COVID safe. QR code situated by the door for track and trace. Masks worn by all visitors and staff. A lovely weekend. Thanks to all involved.

Excellent food and drink. Really nice room with four-poster bed which despite being around since the time of Charles Dickens was exceptionally comfy.My only negative comment is that the landlady got really stroppy when we put some coal on the fire in the bar - she stated that as it was 9pm and the bar had to shut at 10pm it wasn't worth it - did she really expect us to sit there and shiver for an hour?Shame as this incident spoilt what was otherwise a really good visit.

This hotel is perfect. Literally; from the friendly locals and staff, great food, pleasantly old surroundings and the ridiculously comfortable 4 poster bed.We absolutely will be back. I honestly dare someone to find something wrong with this beautiful place. As a self confessed Tudorphile, I felt like I had stepped back in time.We hope to see you soon!

Nice well equipped and decorated room, very helpful staff, good food - what more could you ask for?

You have a beautiful hotel with a lovely ambience and your staff are a credit to you.We were made very welcome on our arrival by the barman who maintained a jovial and light-hearted disposition for our whole stay.He made us feel as if were special guests, important to him, and always had a 'jolly' quip upon seeing us!In the most part the food was very nice and well presented although the breakfast kipper was of the 'boil in the bag type' which I would not have expected in an establishment of your quality?But that said, we enjoyed our stay and would have no reservations about staying again.

Great place to stay staff went above and beyond our expectations would highly recommend

Enjoyed our stay after having two holidays cancelled due to Covid. The staff very friendly and helpful. Clean room and quality linens. Meals good, just one thing Dinner Service very long, you dont want to rush but some days it was taking 2 Hours plus for meal service. Hope to visit again in the future.

Beautiful building, gorgeous bedrooms. Food was glorious.

A wonderful stay with fabulous food despite the present restrictions.

Relaxed from the moment we arrived. Friendly, obliging service; warm, comfortable room with huge fourposter bed; top quality meals especially in evening. There are plenty of walks of all distances, either along footpaths and lanes or up on the moor, from the hotel itself and further afield or just relax in the garden. Just a pity we don't live closer!

Very friendly and welcoming. Steeped in history and comfortable bedroom. Excellent meals and breakfasts.

Would definitely recommend. Very helpful brochures of Walks in surrounding areas.Gardens peaceful views over countryside.Stafff helpful and cheerful top marks to owners hard working they deserve their reputationWill definitely return.

We enjoyed our stay at this very ancient inn where everyone is very friendly and helpful. The food is very good, with a variety of options to suit all. Great location for exploring Dartmoor.

Thankyou to you both, Lyn & Simon and your lovely staff for a very pleasant stay. What an amazing place... the history of the hotel blew me away... from pre Stonehenge to David Bowie !! Thank-you to you all for making us so welcome. Such a friendly atmosphere with equally friendly guests staying whilst we were with you. Poppy and Lois send their licks... they loved all the attention in the bar !! ????. We’ll be back. Thanks... Andy & Alina.

We had the pleasure of staying here over the weekend, we were made to feel so welcome we have already booked again for next year.The rooms are charming, clean and comfortable.Staff all great all have a smile onn their faces. Food wise their was something for everyone. Served hot and with a smile.I recommend this hotel very highly, superb destination if you want a walking holiday or just a quiet few days away.

Thank you to Lynne, Simon, John and all the team. You have such a unique property with a great atmosphere. We stayed for two nights with two rooms, the Chagford and Bovey. Both rooms were lovely.Special mention of the really "crisp and fresh" bedding, really noticeable quality.We dined at The Oxenham both nights and all the meals were really good, perfectly cooked steak! When you ask for very rare and actually get it plus it’s not cold...delicious!The team really made our stay, we did enjoy a bit of personality and fun from everyone, watch out for John and his quick whit, always makes us laugh! Good to see you all again and we felt very comfortable with screens in place and hand sanitiser at strategic point in the building. See you again on the way back from Cornwall, a great place to break our journey.

We had a wonderful time. Venue is amazing. Breakfast and evening meal delicious.

Lovely food clean room friendly hosts very much enjoyed

Booked the Lustleigh suite for one night as we love Dartmoor and wanted a romantic evening to ourselves.We were warmly welcomed upon our arrival and shown to our room which is absolutely lovely; the links to Charles Dickens are particularly inspiring and it is amazing to think that he was writing 180 years ago in what is now the en-suite bathroom. There is period furniture (including an open four-poster), stylish bathroom, ample storage and a decent selection of tea/coffee.Once settled in, we went down to the bar and acquainted ourselves with the superb selection of beers, spirits (gins), ales and wine. We also met some of the staff and owners who couldn’t have been more friendly, polite and helpful. Once we had purchased our drinks, we retired to the garden area to enjoy the beautiful plants, resident livestock and the foreboding presence of Cosdon Beacon overlooking all.As resident guests, we automatically received a table booking for our evening meal although we were advised that, if we had wanted a specific time to dine, it would have been prudent to notify them in advance. This became apparent as, despite visiting on a Tuesday evening in early September, it was relatively busy so I would ensure you take note of this prior to your stay.The menu selection is quite diverse and affords an interesting interpretation of pub/bistro regulars largely made with local seasonal produce at competitive prices. We began with the artisan bread and olive oil/balsamic and a plate of olives with sun-dried tomatoes which were very tasty. I then ordered the fish and chips whilst my fiancée (vegetarian) opted for the butternut squash ravioli. Both dishes were generous, well-presented and absolutely delicious; I’m struggling to think of a time that I have had a better fish supper. Truly superb. The service was quick, efficient and very attentive.After dinner, we went up to our room to retire for the evening. Unfortunately, one of the bulbs had blown in a bedside lamp, but this was swiftly replaced with the minimum of fuss. I also requested the use of a fan (I am a sweaty ginger; the room would not normally be considered overly warm) which was delivered similarly fast. Again, faultless service.We have had a brilliant evening and I have no doubt that breakfast tomorrow morning will be of a similarly high standard. Especial praise must go to Lucy behind the bar who, despite being a recent arrival to the hospitality team, demonstrated great humour, determination and efficiency; she should be extremely proud of the excellent service she provided.We would highly recommend the Oxenham Arms; a truly lovely hostelry in wonderful surroundings.

Excellent wine and beer as well. Well organised to keep everyone socially distanced. Leave the car and walk on Dartmoor from the hotel, circular walks are provided. Thanks very much, we will be back.

Lovely old pub in a great location for walking.Good food and accommodation and great hosts.

Outstanding place to sat. Staff, location, food....all 5*

1st stay, have been for lunch several times, and the stay was as enjoyable as expected, food was delicious, and the staff were very friendly, funny and knowledgeable about the building and area. Will be back again as soon as possible, thank you...

Lovely building with very interesting history. Amazing food, lovely room, lovely staff. Great location!!Thank you. See you again.JW

Very enjoyable stay here, the building has a fascinating history and we had a warm reception.

We popped into the hotel for a drink and rest travelling back from Cornwall and promised ourselves we would return for a mini break. Our room was beautiful with lovely views of Dartmoor and we slept so well. Our evening meal, breakfast and Sunday lunch were all superb and nothing was any trouble. We thoroughly recommend this for a visit even though we would really rather keep it to ourselves. Thank you for a marvellous stay, we will be back!

This small hotel was exactly what we were looking for. Despite being busy in the bar and the restaurant we received a warm and friendly welcome. The room was beautifully decorated and clean and the bed was very comfortable. The food was too a very high standard and very tasty. The beetroot salad with haloumi was one of the best vegetarian dishes I have eaten for a long time. My husband had steak and ale pie which was packed with steak and a crispy fluffy pastry. Breakfast is cooked to order which is always a bonus when eating on hotels. We really enjoyed our stay and can't wait to go back. We would definitely recommend this hotel.

Superb staff, fantastic food, centuries of history.Looking forward to revisiting in the future.

As far as I was concerned the hotel got 10/10 on almost everything. Large white fluffy towels, quilt lavatory paper, bottled water in room, as well as plenty of tea and coffee making items. Also plenty of space in the bedroom for storing clothes etc., and a dressing table.The dining room is also excellent, fruit juices and grapefruit pieces for breakfast and the dinners were really something to remember.All the staff were very helpful, nothing was too much trouble.The only thing I did not like was having to share a pot of tea at breakfast as I like mine weak and three cups, whereas my friend liked his strong, and I prefer a better choice of tea than typhoo.I would like to return one day.

We had a very comfortable stay here, due to Covid 19 we had to delay our stay, we had a lovely time, made to feel very welcome, comfortable & safe! Oodles of history here! Our room was lovely. The food was very good. The team were great, so thank you!

Thank you so much for all the care and attention of the Oxenham Arms team.Such friendliness and attention really appreciated. Would recommend to anyone for a relaxing break

Great place to stay

Excellent stay, excellent service, excellent food & will return

Lovely place . Very welcoming staff, great bed! Very Covid safe . Lovely village with great walks on Dartmoor .

Great place to stay.Simon and Lynn are such good people friendly and helpful.Beautiful rooms and such comfortable beds and spotlessly clean and delicious food too.No better place to stay in Devon and we visit every year sometimes twice.We sincerely hope they are open again in September.

From the onset of our visit we were awestruck by the 11th century building, with it’s 2ft thick walls and ancient beams.The proprietors have restored this old coaching inn with great integrity.It’s a building that you want to explore.We were lucky enough to stay in what was probably the Abbott’s cell, which was beautifully decorated with excellent facilities.Lyn and Simon were lovely hosts and the food was delicious, they have a superb chef.All this is set in a quiet valley beneath the hills of Dartmoor.What more could you want.

Thank you all for an amazing time. The extra large bed was very comfortable. The food in the evening was exceptional. We hope to return in the very near future. Best wishes Sheila and Jim Morrison.

Enjoyed my stay in this historic hotel - my room was one frequented by Charles Dickens!Good food and friendly service

Beautiful rooms,amazing service along with superb food and drink, served in historic and stylish dining areas. Excellent breakfast included in accommodation. Relaxing high quality English rural hotel stay at it's very best, we shall return soon without doubt and happily recommend to other potential guests

We selected this hotel for a nice quite night away and with its cosy bar and log fire it was just the ticket. The staff have to be the friendliest I have come across in any of the many hotels I have stayed in. The room was very oldie worldie as my wife put it (Just what she wanted) and very comfortable as well. The food was just as excellent as everything else and we are looking forward to returning for a weekend later in the year.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this hotel for 4 days. Excellent hosts who could not do enough for us during our time here. The weather was atrocious during storm Dennis but we always came home to a warm welcome from the hosts and some excellent food in the evenings. Catered for my vegetarian wife without any issue and served up some excellent dishes for her.

What a delightful ancient InnWe spent a delightful weekend at the oxenham Arms.From start to finish the duration of our sojourn at this lovely hotel/inn was a special moment in timeInspite of the wild winter weather.The room, excellent food (recommend the wild mushroom bruchette) log fires and welcome from staff and proprietors not to mention the locals made a memorable moment in timeso good in fact we purchased some gift vouchers to be redeemed at the Oxenham Arms to spread the love.

My wife and I stayed overnight on Saturday,we had the chagford room. It was a stunning room with dual aspect views of the village and dartmoor. The hotel itself is really something special! All the staff were very friendly and helpful. The food was excellent. It was a fantastic experience from beginning to end. To top it off, the whole place is absolutely steeped in history. We shall definitely be returning.

Thank you for a wonderful one night stay, the bed was so comfortable, the food delicious and the staff delightful! We had a lovely evening chatting with the locals and the very entertaining chap who was on bar and check in. The building was really interesting and there was plenty of information on the history. We would certainly recommend staying here.

The moment we stepped through the door, we were made to feel very welcome in what is an absolutely stunning old Inn.Great food and a lovely room.Would recommend for any couple wanting to escape every day life for a special treat away.

A lovely welcome, excellent food and a delightful pub!

It is the second time we have stayed here and again we were not disappointed. The service was just as excellent as last time. John, in particular, is a very efficient member of the hotel staff. He is friendly, funny and helpful.Our room was very comfortable with plenty of seating as well as a very comfortable bed. The bathroom, although small, had a very efficient shower with plenty of hot water available. The towels are nice and soft and large. There is an abundance of shower products and a magnifying mirror (always a bonus for short sighted people!!The breakfast was lovely! Plenty of fresh fruit and cereal plus a good choice of cooked food, toast and croissants.We had dinner at the hotel one night and it was delicious. There were vegan and vegetarian choices as well as meat and fish.Nothing was too much trouble. I can fully recommend it.

Lovely hotel in a lovely area. Very welcoming hosts, with good food and a relaxing atmosphere.

A stunning place to stay, the staff were friendly and very knowledgeable about the history of the hotel which added to its charm.Roaring fires, ancient monastry, good ales and great staff all helped to create the perfect winter weekend getaway and superb location for my husband's birthday.We would highly recommend a visit anytime of the year, we can't wait to return.

Saw this hotel on channel 4 “four in a bed” & thought next time I’m down that way on businessI’ll give it a try.Warm welcome from owners & shown to room. Very spacious clean warm room. Ate in the bar which had a lovely log fire & had a very nice curry & a pint. A few friendly locals in the bar who were chatty. Good nights sleep with a freshly cooked breakfast before leaving for my days work.

We stayed for 2 nights over New Year (2019) the pub is old and full of History, loved the pictures of the monks from when the place was a monastery !really fascinating. The decor is really tasteful. Comfortable bed. The meal in the restaurant was absolutely delicious, and breakfast was one of the very best. Lyn and Simon are the perfect hosts and made our New Year special. We will certainly be returning and hope to bring some of our friends with us.

An opportunity to meet up with family, made even more special by this lovely venue and friendly staff. Such an interesting old inn, with beautiful accommodation.Will certainly return.

A very welcoming and friendly hotel, the service throughout was excellent and all the staff were helpful, efficient and friendly. The rooms were cosy and comfortable, there was plenty of choice for breakfast and the evening meals were excellent. A thoroughly enjoyable stay and I would definitely book again.

Would highly recommend a stay here if you would like to relax and enjoy good food in historical surroundings.Beautiful bedroom, designed in keeping with the age of the building, which had the most comfortable four poster bed. The food is incredible, had a fantastic 3 course meal on our first night. Excellent hosts and engaging staff who went out of their way to make us feel at home. Finished on our last evening with 'Night Porter'a selection of cheeses and half bottle of port.

We had a lovely, 3 night break starting from Boxing Day. Wonderful, ancient inn. The staff were all very welcoming, the food was superb, charming, comfortable room - and 2 very happy inn cats, Molly & Pinot. The inn supplied us with a selection of local walks, we chose Walk 1 along the Tarka Trail.The delicious mulled wine and roaring fires were just what we had been hoping for. We will be back.

The weather outside was cold and wet but as soon as we arrived all was well. We have stayed here several times now and it has become a highlight of our journey to Cornwall. It has a very specialatmosphere, friendly, warm and welcoming. The rooms are immaculate, full of character and extremely comfortable. The food is also jolly good! We look forward to our next visit.

Very friendly and helpful staff. The best chips I’ve ever had! Comfortable,cosy,and clean rooms. Amazing history. Loved every minute of our stay.

The Oxenham Arms is the perfect foil for rainswept hiking on Dartmoor with its friendly atmosphere, cozy bar, ancient stones and four-poster beds. We enjoyed an excellent tapas evening by the fire, and we really got to love the place and people. Hope to visit again.

Warm welcome by the staff. The bedroom was delightful and charming. A lovely atmosphere throughout the property. Dinner was superb and we met other interesting people to chat to.

I can not recommend the oxenham arms highly enough. As well as the supreme comfort and deep historic interest of the building itself, the people were so kind be helpful and welcoming! I can’t wait to go back. Plus the food was utterly delicious - both the celeriac soup at dinner and the beouf bourguignan the next day, first class cooking. Five stars all round.

We had a lovely mini break for my husbands birthday the room was stunning exactly what I’d hoped for and our meal was excellent.A very welcoming friendly pub. Thank you xx

Everything was great. We enjoyed your unique hotel, the beautiful fish and the accaisonal glass of ale.Thanks again

a very pleasant and relaxing one night break on our journey to Falmouth. Room very clean and comfortable, a refreshing change from corporate hotel style, in an interesting building being well cared for. Enjoyable evening meal - lamb very well cooked and presented.Made very welcome with charm and a sense of character all of its own. Thank you.

We stayed only one night at this wonderful hotel, just 30 minutes from our own home! We were made very welcome and enjoyed a good night's sleep in the Lustleigh room. The whole place is steeped in history and charm and has a cosy bar, where we enjoyed drinks before and after dinner. We'll certainly be back again! Thank you.

We lovely the this hotel it has so much history and character. Its tucked away in a small villsge. The staff were so hellpful and really good. The food was very good too. The room was really nice the duveat of the bed wamazingly comfortable. Perfect for romantic get away. Would defintley come backi

Our second time and if anything better than the first! Fantastic room and great food. Love the friendly bar with the open fire - only wish we could have stayed longer and probably will do so next time!

As usual a delightful environment, marvellous atmosphere for a winters break. Very friendly and welcoming service, particularlyfrom th young man seeing to our luggage and tending the bar. A few small improvements to bring it up to a five star experience. The light over the bathroom sink did not work , the toilet roll holder was positioned in a way to limit access to contortionists, and a second easy chair would have been appreciated for sitting later in the evening. But these are minor points in an otherwise enjoyable experience.

Only had one night stay such a lovely place to visit and the meal was really good.

We have stayed here several times now over the last few years and it is always gorgeous. The rooms are warm, super comfortable and there is a sense of peace and history. All the staff are reallyhelpful and friendly and the food's great!

Couldnt have asked for such lovely and attentive hosts, service was outstanding with amazing surroundings.Room was spotless huge comfortable bed.Will definitely be going back.

We stayed at this fabulous pub/hotel for 3 nights last week. We were walking on Dartmoor and the Oxenham Arms proved to be the perfect spot . Our room was very comfortable with a huge 4 poster. The breakfasts were excellent as were the choice for dinner. We had dinner in the cosy bar each night. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We will definitely return.

We had a really lovely 2 night stay in this amazing place.its so quiet and uncomfortable. The service was excellent nothing was to much trouble.food was well cooked and presented as was the breakfast.so much history and ambiance. Would highly recommend a stay.

Steeped in history, fantastic room with great food. Great stay thank you.

We had a lovely stay at the Oxenham Arms in early October. The building is glorious and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Our room was very comfortable and warm and beautifully clean. We loved the interesting furnishings, features and stories about the building. What a treat! Thank you and we will be back again.

Excellent in every way from start to finish of our two night stay Thankyou for your welcome and helpful advice.

We were met with a warm friendly reception from all staff, room was great and food excellent.Would highly recommend the oxenham arms and will definitely be staying again in the future.

Warm old world charm,made to feel at home with friendly staff, Excellent room and breakfast and evening meal in bar and restaurant.

Can not fault.Always come here when we come to UK. Food, rooms, ambiance 10/10

What a fascinating place with so much history.Lovely atmosphere with cosy bar and various snugs.We stayed in the Bovey Room which was spacious and well furnished and had a HUGE bed which was very comfy and had pristine white linen.Lovely large walk-in shower which was nice and powerful too.It was lovely to relax in their bar with a couple of aperitifs before dinner and they have an excellent menu .. WOW not surprised they have an AA rosette it was delicious and perfectly presented.I had the sea bass which was delicious and my husband had the fillet steak which was so tender it was like a knife through butter.Very good choice at breakfast too.We shall definitely be returning and recommending to all our friends

We found this place on the internet as it was close to the new home of a friend we wanted to visit. Our expectations were high having seen their website and we were delighted with the find. The room was lovely and comfortable with every need provided for. Unfortunately we couldn't eat in the restaurant but found the menu promising. We hope we can do so on our next visit.Their own draft beer was a bonus.

Throughly enjoyable stay at the hotel. It has everything you want - excellent service, comfy bed, great food and selection of real ales. To add to it you have the wonderful history and the stories behind the previous famous guests. Will definitely be back in the future

This one-night stay made us want to stay longer. It's our 4th stay (including our wedding night 23 years ago!) Hotel's under different management, but welcoming, friendly, comfortable and serving superb food as ever. We liked the many bits historical information displayed in this fascinating building. And you can't beat the setting on the edge of Dartmoor. Thank you!

Every think was great.

What a wonderful stay at this hotel steeped in history. I lost my heart to the hotel, staff & whole village of South Zeal.

Beautiful historic inn full of character. Very nice food and great friendly service. Good bar for casual drinks. Will definitely return.

Genuine old pub as advertised, excellent view as advertised and very helpful, warm and friendly staff (not advertised) who were both genuinely funny and informative. Gem of a place.

Fine building, excellent welcoming atmosphere, verygood food and wine (small quibble - the pannacotta was a bit solid for my liking) - a very enjoyable stay.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in tjhis fomfortable and historic hotel. The owners went out of their way to make sure we had everything we wanted.

I enjoyed so much my stay at the Oxenham Arms. Greeted with a smile as I entered the bar. This is an amazing historical building kept clean and tidy with charm you can only describe if you feel it for yourself. The garden is delightful with amazing views. The restaurant service is outstanding.. would stay here time and time again.. Brilliant!

We booked a one night stay and wished we had booked for longer. A great stop-over in wonderful surroundings and a thoroughly relaxing star to our break. Friendly bar and excellent food.We will definitely be back!

Beautiful place, great room upgrade shame meal took so long to arrive, but was delicious!!

A two night stay on our tour of Devon in this quaint and ancient hostelry. We were made so welcome on our arrival. Situated on the edge of Dartmoor this establishment oozes (very) old age charm and total tranquility.The cream tea we had was without doubt the best we had ever had and the breakfasts and dinners in the restaurant can only be described as superb and imaginative.I just wish we could could have stayed longer.Oh yes - the resident cats are a delight!!

If anyone is thinking of a place to stay in north devon make it the oxenham arms. A perfect mix of historic venue,great staff,lovely food and drink and abeautiful garden overlooking dartmoor. We spent a recent 2 days there & loved it. We will go back.

Fabulous stay, staff so friendly and helpful. Food was delicious. Rooms were great.Would recommend this hotel

Comfortable rooms and delicious food. Excellent service

We really enjoyed our stay at The Oxenham Arms . The room was beautiful with en suite facilities. The breakfast was good and the food available in the evening was excellent. Friendly staff and locals added to the enjoyment. Would certainly come back again and hope to do so!

The Oxenham Arms is full of character & history, and the building reflects this - thick, granite walls, heavy oak ceiling beams, lots of different levels. Our bed & pillows were very comfortable, lovely room, and clean en-suite shower room, albeit a bit cramped. If you have problems with knees or hips, the big steps in the building are a challenge, some of them being about 12 inches/30cm deep. I was disappointed with the gardens as the hotel was described as being in "4 acres of grounds". To me, grounds means accessible gardens of the hotel, not a small farm. The 4 acres are divided into about 3 hilly paddocks with sheep, horses and geese. The garden itself for guests is quite steep with stone steps without a handrail, and there are several wooden picnic tables. The only meal we had was breakfast and it was excellent and service so quick. The landlord, Simon, is a very welcoming man, and another man who met us on arrival loved telling us all the history of the place. I would highly recommend it - but be warned about the steps!

Lovely welcome; comfortable room; excellent food. We found the history of the place very interesting and the garden absolutely charming.

A big thank you to Simon for his hospitality and ensuring our stay was the best possible. The converted monastery and history of the building is fascinating. The hotel is in a great location for access to Dartmoor and surrounds. Breakfast was delicious!

Thoroughly enjoyable stay. Excellent food and friendly service. We will stay again if we are in this area.

Lovely old inn, clean and comfortable. Huge bath towels, very comfy bed, helpful staff.

A quaint,welcoming hotel. Nothing seemed to be too much trouble. Food delicious and all freshly prepared. Rooms quirky and plenty of history about the building. Certainly all made for a wnderful long weekend wish we could have stayed longer

We stayed in the Belstone room for our anniversary. The bed is the feature of the room - huge, crisp, comfortable and all-imposing. The room is clean as a whistle and the night comes pouring in through the diamond-paned windows thick and dark and silent. We had an enormous breakfast, cheerfully and efficiently served, and the breakfast room completely captures the age and character of the whole ancient inn. It is a unique place - granite, timber and warmth of spirit. Anyone would love it here.

We were lucky to find the Oxenham Arms by accident, wonderful stay, nice touches to make most comfortable room. Dinners and breakfast 1st class, as were the staff, and certainly intend to re-visit. 15 out of 10!!

A great place to stay very friendly and clean old world charm and great atmosphere as well as fantastic food and some great real ale!!!definitely worth it and also location stunning.

We really loved this place.It's old, but tastefully renovated so as to maintain all its character.As soon as you walk in, you are made to feel very welcome and this doesn't change throughout your stay. The garden is beautiful (overlooking Dartmoor)and peaceful; and the food is delicious and reasonably priced.Ideally located for trips around Dartmoor and for walking on the moor itself.Can definitely recommend!

Welcoming staff, very good food and nice accommodation in lovely village setting.

My wife and I stayed at oxenham arms on our way down from Solihull to St Ives for a break.I chose it because of its fascinating history and looks. It was all I expected and more. Great room (we stayed in Chagford), great food, brilliant selection of rare gins,and most of all amazing staff( thankyou John) Unreservedly recommended

The Inn was like traveling back in time, so beautifully decorated and maintained. Lovely team of staff and owners, great food, the beautiful outdoors just at your doorstep. Absolutely brilliant!

Quiet, clean and welcoming with fabulous food.

We pickedout the Oxenham Arms hotelfrom the Internet as a overnight venue on the way down to Cornwall .We loved it from the moment we walked in, it oozes atmosphere and history.The evening meal was delicious and the breakfast just perfect .

The hotel is full of history which you see the minute you arrive.We stayed in the Lustleigh Room which had a lovely 4 poster bed, creaky floors and ivy battling to get in from the window!Our evening meals were delicious and the service was very good.The fish and chips and chicken curry were great and the coffee and mini pud perfect for full tummies.Breakfast was also good in the morning.A short but enjoyable stay.

Oxenham Arms amazing hotel, full of history, beautiful surroundings , fantastic food, lovely staff, excellent facilities, set in the lovely village of South Zeal,, excellent location, close to Dartmoor and ExeterHighly recommended

Our fourth stay at Oxenham Arms - excellent value in a cosy and comfortable inn.

This being are third stay in the last six months tells you how highly we rate it. Excellent and friendly staff great food, and hope to be back before the end of the year. Great thanks to Lyne and Simon

fabulousplace room was fantastic staff were very friendly and attentive the breakfast was first class . had dinner in there resturant which great overall a fantastic place to stay

Very much enjoyed our stopover here on the way to Cornwall. Fabulous building, elegant warm room and excellent service. Lovely village. Will stay again if needing stopover in the future.

We really enjoyed our 3 night stay, the food was amazing, staff delightful and the charming garden a quiet, restful spot.Everything was spotless and the service was professional care, pitch at the right level for us.We loved it.

Very nice hotel and staff easy to get on with food was great so was our room

Beautiful place to stay, in a beautiful area. The staff were very friendly and accommodating all the time. The food was of a very high standard. Will definitely be back.

This was our fifth visit to a place which never fails to meet our high expectations. Wonderful atmosphere, drink, food, welcome, everything.

The Location is great for those visitingDartmoor etc. The Hotel is beautiful, has excellent views from its gardens , The staff really make you feel important and are very efficient , the rooms are excellent and have all you need. Beer in the bar and drinks selection is to die for. Food is the finest you will get any where and the selection vast and varied . They have an excellent wine menu too.We will return !!! Brilliant thank you .

Very friendly reception, good food and good service. Room clean and tidy. No problems at all for entire stay.

The Belstone Room, with its four-poster bed, leaded windows and large en-suite bathroom, is heaven. It is the comfiest bed we have slept in for years and we enjoyed the fluffy white bathroom towels and free toiletries. Food was amazing: fresh, portions that were just right and the gin selection is impressive!

We really enjoyed staying at the Oxenham Arms. The Four Poster bed was very comfortable, the room was big and very clean. The food was delicious. The staff were very friendly.

I can't recommend the Oxenham Arms highly enough. We had a fabulous two night stay (in the Bovey room) over the Ten Tors weekend. The welcome was warm and the staff superb. The quality of the food (dinner and breakfast) was also fantastic. The hotel is a wonderful old building full of character and atmosphere.

Returned to celebrate Martins birthday-family joined us for a surprise meal & then the 2 of us stayed 3 nights. It is always lovely to come back & see our friends Lyn, Simon & the Team again to a warm welcome & John's humour ;-) adding to the charm. Stayed in Lydford room, not stayed in before-beautiful, comfortable & peaceful. Geoff & team continue to produce exception food, with a menu to suit all. Recommend to any adults who want a treat or want to spend a quiet break away from it all in a pretty village. We have been coming here since Lyn & Simon took it on and we will be back again, they are doing a wonderful job! Thank you. XX

We all thoroughly enjoyed are stay.All staff were very friendly and helpful.The building is amazing with many different aspects stretching over a huge time scale.Would highly recommend.

An historic building of some grandeur but with all the creature comforts providing accommodation in stylish rooms with four poster beds!The menu choice was varied and delivered by friendly and efficient staff.Uniquely our wakeup call was from the Geese.And the breakfast choice was just right.A perfect birthday break.

We spent two fantastic nights here and enjoyed every minute of it. The food was delicious,the staff extremely friendly, the beautiful rooms clean and comfortable. What more could you ask for? Oh yes,some wonderful Devon views. Well they were on tap too in the large, flower-filled garden. Will definitely go again.

Absolutely loved this hotel! Fabulous room with very impressive four poster bed.The food was incredible, we ate in the restaurant both nights and were not disappointed. The breakfast was also exceptional and set us up for a days walking on the moors.Will definitely be back as we received a warm welcome and this hotel is so well placed for walking the beautiful Dartmoor.

We had a fabulous weekend : lovely, comfortable rooms;beautiful walks in Dartmoor, direct from the Inn; delicious cuisine and really fabulous staff who make you feel very welcome. We felt very cared for and laughed so much. Thank you Lynn , Simon and John for looking after us so well.Within 5 minutes, my husband knew we would return to this special place. However, it might be with our rowdy friends!

We had a fabulous weekend : lovely, comfortable rooms;beautiful walks in Dartmoor, direct from the Inn; delicious cuisine and really fabulous staff who make you feel very welcome. We felt very cared for and laughed so much. Thank you Lynn , Simon and John for looking after us so well.Within 5 minutes, my husband knew we would return to this special place. However, it might be with our rowdy friends!

Thank you to Lyn, Simon & team at The Oxenham Arms. We had a fantastic stay in one of the beautiful, clean and comfortable rooms.The welcome on arrival was relaxed and hassle free. Great atmosphere in the bar before our evening meal, which was superb.Breakfast was served in the historical dining room, faultless.We will certainly being frequenting The Oxenham Arms again very soon.Many thanks for a great stay.

We researched all of our planned stays over our 2 week road trip through the UK. We had expected the Oxenham Arms to be impressive but this place is next level. History in every room, fantastic food & friendly staff who can’t do enough for you, we slept in the monks room in the old monastery section and once up our stone stairs and ducking to enter through the door we were in a world of our own. Don’t hesitate to stay here, highly recommend.

Very friendly staff, the whole hotel is full of history and every room has interesting information. Loved the fact no attempt had been made to modernise at the expense of the history.The food was very good and the bed linen towels etc of good quality.

Fantastic place. Owners could not have been more friendly or helpful. We are both vegetarians and meals each evening were sorted out for us. The meals were also fantastic.

Stayed for one night whilst travelling thru devon. Food was excellent in the restaurant and the four poster bed was very comfortable in our room. We both really liked the history of the place and would not hesitate to stay here again.

A lovely treat complete with luxurious four poster bed, an extensive gin menu, super food and excellent service. The inn itself is an amazing place and ecen has a 5000 year old neolithicmenhir in the snug! Well worth a visit.

Our stay was really lovely,starting with friendly welcoming staff, beautiful clean cosy room with all the facilities you could need. The food was absolutely amazing we ate dinner in the bar which was cosy with roaring fire, followed by fantastic breakfast. Would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone.

Our stay was really lovely,starting with friendly welcoming staff, beautiful clean cosy room with all the facilities you could need. The food was absolutely amazing we ate dinner in the bar which was cosy with roaring fire, followed by fantastic breakfast. Would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone.

Have just got back from 4 night stay.We arrived to a very warm welcome and from then until the time we left nothing was too much trouble for the owners and staff, who were really kind, thoughtful and friendly.Accommodation very comfortable, food fantastic and general ambience first class.Can’t praise the Oxenham highly enough and are looking forward to a return visit!

I count myself a very lucky man to have found the Oxenham Arms. Stayed here for three nights while on business near Tavistock. I was immediately struck by the friendly welcome and even more charmed by the history of the place. No bits of wood stuck on the ceilings here to add character, this is the genuine article. The room was clean and tidy and the en-suite as modern and efficient as could be. Normally on such a trip I might eat in only on the first night, but so good was the food that it never occurred to me to go elsewhere, and all served with the right combination of easy going cheerfulness and efficiency. Just superb, all of it. Often, as you leave a hotel you say something along the lines of 'hope to be back soon.' This time I really meant it.

This is my fourth visit. Friendly, welcome, and comfortable as always, and conveniently close to A30. Charming village too, for those wanting a morning or evening walk.

Great weekend, lovely rooms, friendly staff and fab food. Will definitely be going back!

This is the third time we have stayed at the Oxenham Arms and we shall certainly be returning.There is always a warm welcome and the rooms are very comfortable.The food is also excellent.

As always, a lovely stay. Christmas decorations were very festive and much appreciated.

Excellent, couldn’t fault anything.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Room was comfortable and clean with huge four poster bed. Lyn, Simon, John and all the staff were very friendly and helpful. Food was amazing. Highly recommended.

A most interesting place to stay for a break – intriguing very old building, welcoming and considerate owner-managers Simon and Lyn and staff, delicious dinner and breakfast and a very comfortable, freshly redecorated room (The Belstone).The ghost in our room was as accommodating as the owners and did nothing to make us feel anything other than welcome.The unusually cold spell made any lengthy walk in the pretty countryside an unappealing prospect – but we left with the thought that a 3-mile local ramble in the Spring or Summer next year might be an excellent idea!

We spent three nights at the Oxenham Arms. Made to feel very welcome. Thank you John who looked after us serving us drinks and organising our dinning requirements and to Simon and Lynn for making our stay very enjoyable and the chef - the food is really good.

A fabulously interesting and quirky place offering offering awarm welcome and excellent food in the restaurant. Aa memorable visit.

A very old Inn providing excellent food and service, a visit is a must. Book if you want to eat here, just in case it is busy (as it seems it is)!We stayed 2 nights in a very comfortable and clean bedroom with a great breakfast for reasonable cost, but as there are only 7 bedrooms again it is best to book!Service was excellent from a happy staff and beers wine and food of great quality.Be sure to see the standing stones built into the walls - one of which is about 4000 years old.If asked "Would I go again?" the reply would be not just "Yes" but "Yes I would really like to!"

A lovely, relaxing stay in a beautiful old inn. What used to be outside is now inside and thus the church house became a monastery. Fantastic food and ambience. A place to relax and just be. One can feel the departed ghosts around you, as I did, the next morning, reluctantly... I'll be back.

Great Hotel with really great hosts, a warm welcome and great time we had.The bed was marvelous, never had a hotel bed quite as good as this.Food was very good, with a bar stocked with more choice than you can manage over 3 nights.Only a short walk to the moor, then as far as you like, back later in the afternoon for more drinks.Will cetainly come again.

We stayed here many years ago with our dogs but it was sold by orig owners, refurbished & no dogs allowed. Altho disappointed by this we always wanted to rtn & finally made it.Rooms much improved with very comfortable beds modern ensuites added & decor improved while maintaining the original beams. Food excellent - Very good breakfast & evng meals with wonderful surroundings of a 15C pub maintained in excellent condition & friendly staff. Only downside for us was we found the room very hot at night & we wish they had a few rooms which allowed dogs & we wld definitely rtn.

Lovely bedrooms and excellent restaurant.

It was a lovely way to spend my Birthday, thank you all for making it special. A warm an comfy stay.

theoxenham arms weekend everything you would want .Good position,friendly and polite staff,very clean rooms ,good breakfast and evening meals.Enough said

We booked as a last minute choice after our ferry was cancelled and really enjoyed our impromptu short stay.The hotel is a wonderful looking property and really atmospheric.We stayed in the Belstone room which was lovely with a big four poster bed and the sounds of geese outside.The bar is really snug and we had a lovely meal in there in the evening.The food was great and the staff were brilliant.Everyone was really friendly and happy to stopand have a chat about anything.Altogether a brilliant unexpected stop off which made our ferry cancellation as blessing in disguise.

We enjoyed our mini break in Dartmoor. Staff were really friendly, nothing too much bother, and we felt very welcome. Room was really spacious and comfy bed.

Great welcome on arrival, beautiful room, very clean, can’t praise Lynn and Simon enough also John from serving us at the bar to dinner and breakfast. Fabulous location, steeped in history. Food was stunning, compliments to chef and all kitchen staff. Would definitely recommend and will be visiting again.

Friendly staff and a lovely atmosphere. Had dinner there on our first night and it was so good we ate there on the second night as well. Very enjoyable stay.

Friendly staff welcome .. Comfortable room .. The Four Poster bed was lovely .. Unfortunately though this room is over the kitchens and what we assume are the fridges could be heard running all night which was a shame .. also this room had no wi-fi connection .. The breakfast waiter was wonderful as was the breakfast :o)

I cannot praise the owners of the Oxenham enough.From the warm welcome we received to the genuine gratitude we were shown for staying.As our room wasn’t available we were upgraded at no extra cost. The room was exceptionally clean with a huge, extremely comfortable 4 poster bed.The breakfast was excellent as was the service we received.Our only regret was only being able to stay the one night due to our itinerary.Will definitely be making a return visit very soon.

We received a lovely welcome to the most amazing building steeped in history. The room was absolutely lovely and the bed was one of the most comfortable we have slept in. The food was superb and there was plenty of choice. We will be back. Many thanks.

Second visit and we definitely will return. Verywelcoming. Steeped in history. We were very amused by the pictures of the merry monks in the restaurant. Food was great and John was always on hand to keep the conversation going in the bar.See you soonThe Abrahams’

The room was very clean and comfortable, and the food in the restaurant was excellent.Apart from a slight miscommunication over the time that the hotel closed it's doors at night there is nothing that can be said against the staff and this did not spoil our stay.We will have no hesitation in booking here again.

Really lovely staying here during the Dartmoor folk festival. There was live music playing below our room which was lovely and both myself and husband fell asleep before it had finished for the night. The most comfortable bed and bedding. Don't think I moved all night! Good blackout curtains too. I have so much trouble sleeping with thin, see through curtains.

The room was very clean and comfortable, and the food in the restaurant was excellent.Apart from a slight miscommunication over the time that the hotel closed it's doors at night there is nothing that can be said against the staff and this did not spoil our stay.We will have no hesitation in booking here again.

Stayed one night, had guests who joined us for dinner and an equally scrummy breakfast.Lovely property, very good service and we shall stay there again.Richard Leitch.

We enjoyed the peace and quiet in our comfortable room ( Chagford) with excellent en suite. Full of character like the rest of this delightful hotel. The bar was v. Friendly busy place , the restaurant , heart of the ancient monastery, was a lovely room to eat in. The dinner and breakfast were well cooked and we had ample choice. All in all we shall recommend the Oxenham Arms to anyone wanting a break in this picturesque Dartmoor village.

A great place to stay and explore Dartmoor, with friendly staff, good food and a relaxing atmosphere.

Had a room above kitchen so room seemed hot on arrival (great in winter) some noise from general kitchen clatter but very quiet once closed. I’m a light sleeper.Beautiful views from double aspect room and comfy bed. Clean and everything you need. Breakfastdoesn’t start until 8.30 so I missed it as had to get to Bristol.

Room and Hotel lovely.Food exceptional.Local knowledge and advice on walks easily available.Staff very helpful and polite.Made our celebration of our 30th wedding Anniversary brilliant.

Our second stay at the Oxenham, just as memorable and fun as the first!

Beautiful old hotel, full,of character.The room was airy and spotlessly clean, as was the bathroom.The staff were polite and helpful.We ate dinner and breakfast in the restaurant and the food was delicious .Would definitely recommend the hotel.Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Another relaxing stay at the atmospheric Oxenham Arms. Great hosts, rooms & food. Highly recommended as a base for a Dartmoor visit yet still within an hour's drive of the south coast of Devon.

We had a wonderful five night stay in May. Very comfortable, everybody so friendly and helpful and the cooking was first class. We loved the historic atmosphere and the peaceful location in the village. We hope to return.

We loved our stay at th Oxenham arms.From the moment we arrived we received a warm welcome and excellent service. The room was lovely with nice views and very comfortable bed. Really enjoyed our evening meal and recommend the night porter cheese board and half bottle of port! Special mention to John in the bar and restaurant who makes so much effort to engage with customers. Good base for national park or stop of A30 and nice pretty village of South Zeal. Would highly recommend.

We were fortunate enough to find this wonderful hotel where we stayed for two nights in late April 18. With a very warm welcome from Simon, the proprietor I immediately felt at home. we were given the Lydford room and although the bathroom was a tad on the small size it certainly did not impact on our stay. The room itself was lovely with the most beautiful large four poster you can imagine, so comfortable and quiet.Dinner did not disappoint, and with lively conversation with John at the bar we had the most pleasant evening.Breakfast was spot on with a great choice and great coffee !!We found everyone so friendly and the actual hotel packed with history. We look forward to a return visit.