Gidleigh Park
Overview
Are welcome, with extra beds for £60 a night. Cots are free and there’s a variety of toys and games, including croquet, available. Babysitting can be arranged at £7.50 an hour, with notice. Under-eights are requested to dine beween 5pm and 6.30pm.
Best for
Babies and up – children of all ages welcomed.
Recommended rooms
The Loft Suite has a double and a twin room. The Pavilion (a thatched cottage in the grounds) overlooks the croquet lawn. There's no charge for babies in cots sharing their parents' room. It costs £60 (b&b) for older children.
Activities
Children love running around the large grounds and exploring Dartmoor National Park and its wildlife. There are tennis courts and rackets available to borrow, plus croquet and a small putting green. Toy boxes brimming with toys for all ages can be found in the first-floor Pantry.
Meals
Only children aged eight or older can dine in the restaurant in the evening. High Tea is served, from 5pm-6.30pm, for younger children. Staff are happy to heat up milk and baby food, and prepare child-friendly packed lunches.
Babysitting
With 24-hours notice, babysitting can be organised at a cost of £7.50 an hour.
No need to pack
There are plenty of high chairs in the restaurant. Child-sized wellington boots are available at reception.
Also
Every room has a TV and there are DVD players and a small selection of children's DVDs to borrow. The Pantry, located on the first floor, is open 24 hours a day. It has a kettle and is stocked with milk, tea, coffee and homemade biscuits. It also has a fridge in which guests can store baby food and milk. The valet parking is a useful service when you've kids in tow.
