Hotel Review
The Horn of Plenty, Tavistock, Devon
A contemporary country hotel, The Horn of Plenty offers the ideal setting on the Devon/Cornwall border; enjoy exceptional far-reaching moorland views and seasonal plates of modern British cuisine in elegant surrounds. Handsome bedrooms, vibrant lounges and a pretty terrace, set within five acres of garden make it a memorable countryside retreat.
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Rooms available from £140 per night
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OUR REVIEW
THE NEIGHBOURHOOD
Located on the Devon/Cornwall border, overlooking the stunning Tamar Valley and Bodmin Moor beyond, The Horn of Plenty is well located, just five minutes from Tavistock, 30-minutes from Okehampton and 45-minutes from Plymouth, with most of the South West's popular destinations within an easy hour's drive. There are several renowned golf courses within a ten-mile radius, with cycling, fishing, canoeing, falconry and horse riding all close at hand, as well as some fabulous National Trust properties and gardens.
By car: the hotel is 1 hour from Exeter, 2 hours 20 mins from Bristol and around 4 hours from London. There is free parking on-site.
By train: London Paddington to Gunnislake (via Plymouth) takes around 4 hours. The hotel is a 5-minute taxi ride from the station. Book trains to Gunnislake.
THE LOOK AND FEEL
This home-from-home hotel offers a colourful and contemporary retreat. The main house blends period features, like large fireplaces, bay windows and decadent chandeliers, with a modern edge, elevated with bright pops of colour and interior furnishings, combined with a personal interpretation of the surrounding landscape - think moors, fields, forests and big skies.
THE FACILITIES
The Horn of Plenty offers comfort and relaxation in stunning rural surroundings; evenings can be toasted with pre-dinner drinks in the recently renovated drawing-room, and meals can be finished with petit fours in the library. The restaurant boasts floor-to-ceiling sliding windows that extend onto terraces with plenty of outdoor seating and a pergola.
- Restaurant
- Lounge
- Terrace
- Gardens
- Family-friendly
- Pet-friendly
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
BED AND BATH
Bedrooms are split across the Main House, The Old Coach House and the New Coach House, all individually designed with their own unique style, most feature balconies with breathtaking views. A subtle palette is set against contemporary furnishings and fabrics, with accents of bright colour. Large bathrooms feature walk-in showers and stand-alone baths.
Room types: Cosy, Classic, Deluxe, Best
Key amenities: ensuite bathroom, mini bar, tea and coffee facilities, fresh milk, luxury bathrobes, bottled water, hairdryer, TV, free Wi-Fi
FOOD AND DRINK
Dine in the restaurant that has wowed guests for over half a century - décor has been kept minimal, allowing moorland views to do the talking through floor-to-ceiling windows. Locally sourced, seasonal ingredients are transformed into beautifully presented modern takes on West Country classics.
The restaurant: 2 AA Rosettes, modern British fine dining, seasonal ingredients, local produce. Open every day for lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. Two-course lunch £21, three courses £26. Three-course dinner £42.50, six-course tasting menu £70.
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