Fox Tor

About this property

Fox Tor is an impressive countryside lodge, surrounded by spectacular estate grounds and offering its guests the opportunity to fully escape the stresses of modern-day life. Become fully immersed in its stunning surroundings through a host of exciting activities and take ‘relax & unwind’ to the extreme, allowing yourself time to appreciate the simply luxurious offerings of the nearby 5 star Bovey Castle Hotel, including tasteful hotel lounges serving up afternoon tea and the sanctuary of the Elan Spa with indoor pool, sauna and steam room. Featuring a large open-plan reception area across the whole of the ground floor, guests can enjoy contemporary living in style, home cooking in the fully-equipped kitchen, relaxing in the bright, spacious sitting room or firing up the BBQ and eating alfresco on the decked terrace. Designed with a nod to its natural surroundings, Fox Tor has been built from local  granite and thoughtfully finished with English oak beams shaping the vaulted ceilings in the sitting room and a magnificent stone feature fireplace adding a touch of grandeur to the property.

Offering three spacious bedrooms with ensuites and luxurious furnishings, Fox Tor presents an ideal base for families or groups of friends alike to explore the local surroundings before kicking back and relaxing ahead of a restful night’s sleep.

On Site Facilities:

Luxury, laid-back lounges in the nearby 5-star Hotel

Two restaurants and a bar

Indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room

Tennis courts

Gym

Estate walks and trails

Falconry displays

Petanque, croquet and children’s swings and climbing frames

Lodge Food Packs (additional charge)

Delivery of freshly cooked meals (additional charge)

A host of chargeable activities, including: Championship 18 Hole Golf Course, KidsZone and TechZone, Elan Spa (including Temple spa treatments), Archery, Fly Fishing, Air Rifle and Clay Pigeon Shooting, Deer Park Tour and 4X4 Driving.

Please note: We have a total of 4 lodges on offer at Bovey Castle, perfect for larger groups to book multiple ones together. Each lodge can sleep up to 6 guests and the other three lodges can be viewed on the following links Fingle Bridge, Ingle Tor and Cox Tor.

Please note: Fox Tor is next door to Fingle Bridge, ideal to book together for larger group bookings.

 

Accommodation

Front porch with coat hooks and front door to lodge.

Ground Floor:

Cloakroom with WC and wash basin.

Open-plan kitchen with built-in electric oven and hob, large fridge and separate freezer, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle and coffee machine.

Dining area with table and chairs to seat 6.

Sitting room with two 3-seater sofas, two armchairs, coffee table, gas fire and feature stone fireplace, Smart TV, DVD Player and double doors to terrace.

Stairs to First Floor:

Bedroom 1 with 6ft super king size bed, built-in wardrobe, armchair, dressing table and door to ensuite bathroom with bath and over-head shower, separate walk-in shower cubicle, WC, wash basin and heated towel rail.

Stairs to Lower Ground Floor:

Utility room with sink, washer/dryer and built-in cupboards.

Bedroom 2 with 6ft super king size bed, built-in wardrobe, dressing table, single door to terrace and door to ensuite bathroom with bath and over-head shower, separate walk-in shower cubicle, WC, wash basin and heated towel rail.

Bedroom 3 with 6ft super king zip and link bed (can be set up as twin 3ft singles beds upon request at the time of booking), built-in wardrobe, chest of drawers, dressing table, double doors to terrace and door to ensuite shower room with large walk-in shower cubicle, WC, wash basin and heated towel rail.

 

Outside

The lodge has two private decked terraces, one accessed via double doors from the sitting room with table and seating for 6 and a BBQ (gas) and the second is accessed from a downstairs bedroom.

The lodges are surrounded by woodland and small manicured lawns before opening onto the extensive communal estate grounds, which feature many walking paths, lakes and beautiful corners to sit and soak up the tranquil surrounds.

Parking

There is parking available for two vehicles in the lodges car park.

Electric Vehicles: There are EV charging facilities located at the front of the Hotel with charges for a full charge and top up charge, subject to charger availability.

Additional

Included: Bed linen, towels (guests must provide their own beach/dog towels), central heating. Bathrobes, slippers, toiletries and hairdryer.

Internet and Telephone: Wi-Fi available free of charge. There is a landline telephone available for incoming and outgoing calls with charges set the same as the hotel telephone rates (more information available at check-in). Mobile reception generally poor but please check with your provider prior to booking.

Pets: 2 dogs welcome. Pet charge £30.00 per dog per week.

Shop: There are two on-site shops available.  The East Lodge Shop, open from 1pm to 7.30pm, offers a small selection of food and drink that you might need during your stay and games and pet toys, amongst other items.  The Bovey Shop, in the main hotel, open from 9.30am to 5pm, sells clothing, boots, swimming costumes, gifts and more.

Electric vehicles: There are EV charging facilities located at the front of the Hotel with charges for a full charge and top up charge, subject to charger availability.

Short Breaks: Available low and mid season.

Local Facilities: There is an on-site shop available (open from 1pm to 7.30pm) and offering snacks, drinks, coffees, board games, pet etc, Smith’s Brasserie, Great Western Grill, hotel bar and a host of activities throughout the wider estate. All the facilities of Moretonhampstead are approximately 2.5 miles away, including a supermarket, pubs, cafes, art galleries, museums and an outdoor swimming pool (open during summer months).