Kestor Inn, Manaton, Dartmoor National Park, Newton Abbot, Devon

when we arrived we received a warm welcome from the owners. We found the room clean light and airy with a great view of Dartmoor. The free internet was really useful and the refitted bathroom was very clean. Downstairs the bar was well stocked with a good range of drinks and snacks. There was a small shop selling a good range of food for visitors and guests also a nice range of professional photos of Dartmoor which would either make a nice wall picture or a gift. The Restaurant was light and airy with lovely views of the surrounding hills. The evening meal was well cooked and very tasty. The breakfast too was lovely with a good selection of fruits and cereals. It was our first visit to the Kestor Inn although I lived in the area when I was a teenager attending the then Heathercombe Brake School at Heatree House in the late 1970's early 1980's. It is now Heatree Activity Centre, still run by the Heathercombe Brake Trust. Dartmoor it's self remains much the same over the years I would recommend visiting local sites such as Hound Tor, Hay Tor, Becky Falls, Jay's Grave, Heatree Activity Centre (by appointment), Higher Heathercombe Centre (by appointment), Widecombe in the Moor, Moretonhamstead, Dartmeet, Princetown with Dartmoor Prison and local town of Bovey Tracey. Local transport is limited so best book a taxi in advance especially in the peak holiday season. Also remember to take waterproof clothing as the weather isn't always fine. Happily the weather was fine and hot when we visited. In the evening we enjoyed a lovely drink in the beer garden after our school reunion. We will certainly be returning to the Kestor Inn as the service and food is outstanding and we would certainly recommend the Kestor Inn if you are staying on or near Dartmoor.

Good quality tasty food and thoroughly enjoyable Vegetarian and Vegan options. Personally I keep coming back for the Vegan options. Tonight the Carribean curry was actually divine ! The combination of flavours showed that the chef has a real flair.

The moment we stepped through the door, we were enveloped by the warmth of a roaring fire, instantly melting away the chill of the moorland air. Our room perfectly blended rustic charm and modern comfort with large windows. The full English breakfast did not disappoint – a hearty spread that fueled us for the day ahead. The cosy atmosphere, great location, and warm hospitality had worked their magic, leaving us thoroughly refreshed and planning our return visit.

We stayed for two nights at the Kestor Inn. We had a great stay. The team were really welcoming, the food was great and our room was really comfortable. We didn't have time to make the most of the local area on this trip but did enjoy some walks from the Inn. We would happily stay again and would definitely recommend.

Lovely stay for my husbands birthday. Staff were very friendly and helpful suggesting walks from the pub. Room was clean and spacious. Food was excellent. Large selection for breakfast and cooked to your liking. Ate in the restaurant a few times and the food and choice was excellent and reasonably priced.

Had a lovely stay at the Kestor Inn over the May Bank Holiday weekend. All the staff made us feel really welcome, the rooms were comfortable and clean and the food was great. If it is sunny the bear garden is a lovely spot in the afternoon/evening. Good place to start a walk to Bowerman's nose and Hound Tor. Will visit again.