Kitty Jay

Rating
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 4
Pets Yes
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Features

Swimming pool
Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Sauna
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Mr Warwick-thompson
August 2019

“Our second visit to Bovey Castle.”

Great location for exploring Dartmoor. The hotel facilities and activities are great for children. The lodge was generally well equipped and maintained. Slight quibbles about the cleanliness of the kitchen floor, slightly tired decor eg the sofas being covered with blankets to hide tears in the seats. Would recommend nonetheless.

Great location for exploring Dartmoor. The hotel facilities and activities are great for children. The lodge was generally well equipped and maintained. Slight quibbles about the cleanliness of the kitchen floor, slightly tired decor eg the sofas being covered with blankets to hide tears in the seats. Would recommend nonetheless.
Mr Lee March 2019

“I can highly recommend staying here, the facilities at the whole resort are fantastic - Great golf course, swimming pool, spa, restaurants etc.”

The staff at the hotel were incredibly polite and helpful and the range of activities are first class. The Lodge was very comfortable, well equipped and peaceful. The only small criticism I would have would be that the furniture / fittings were a little worn and perhaps in need of a refurb - Not enough to put you off staying though, we had a great holiday!
Mr Cregan February 2019

“We requested earley check in but even though the lodge was empty we we not allowed in til.”

4 as they said being cleaned. We eventually got in after 4 and itvwas so filthy we could not unpack they addmitted that they had not cleaned and sent a team to clean we eventually got in at 530 but still many things were missing or unclean they moved us the next day but this meant we missed playing golf as we had to wait till 4 the next day to get in the replacement. When we move wee still had items missing and no dog bed orcwater bowl. This is just the tip of yhe issues I welcome your comments

Thank you for your feedback, we're sorry to hear that you had issues with Kitty Jay upon your arrival. As you're aware, we've addressed your issues with the Management Team and are currently awaiting a response from them. We will give you a call as soon as we have an update. Owner relations
Mrs Ward August 2018

“Took two teenagers with us who both really enjoyed it.”

Thought some of the chargeable activities run by hotel were rather expensive although appreciate it’s 5 star. Staff at hotel really lovely and helpful.
Mrs Sharp April 2018

“When I was booking the lodge, the staff I spoke to had difference information, one man said we have in booking under that name!”

Wrong house no, didn't send e-mail with info when they should have,I was told I would have to pay a house bond then they said no u don't have to the day before we were leaving. I took out the extra insurance as it was only £10 but the place had loose sockets,marks on walls, wall paper torn off in the down stairs toilet which really looked bad, I don't think that was great but we had a lovely time and would go back. Doors to outside balcony didn't lock very well, no oven gloves only tea towels which just about worked
AiryTraveller July 2014

“Tucked away Treasure”

Very late in leaving this review but the year has just rushed on by. We had booked to stay at the small lodge at the gates to Bovey Castle but a few days before our holiday we were contacted by the booking agent to say that the gate lodge had received water damage during the local storms but we could choose a lodge in the grounds to stay instead. On arrival we were delighted with the large lodges space, there was only two of us celebrating our wedding anniversary so this upgrade made it extra special - things like that don't normally happen to us! The lodges are wonderful, tucked away amongst trees in the grounds of the castle but with easy access to the hotels facilities, which we used often. The pool, spa and restaurant (which we dined at for our actual anniversary night) added an extra plus to our stay. The lodges are well equipped with most things you could need, kitchen utensils etc.. however I did find we only had a selection of small saucepans but one call to housekeeping and a lovely lady battled through the rain one wet and windy night to bring us some larger ones too. The beds are very comfortable with good quality linen. Bathrooms large and in most cases baths with separate showers. All furnishings are more classic in styling with a twist of modern. I loved the two sided gas fireplace which made the lounge feel cosy and added ambiance to the large area. The grounds are extensive with golf on your door step, paths to walk the whole estate and plenty of place for kids to play. Great stay and we'll defiantly return one day.
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The property

2 miles from North Bovey, in a lovely setting, is Bovey Castle, built in 1907 as a country seat for the heir to the WH Smith empire and now a luxury hotel.

Hidden in the grounds are 22 private, granite-built lodges of which we offer 6.

These smart, stylish, comfy lodges look over the Edwardian gardens, lake and tennis courts; parking is a 5 minute walk from the lodges (unloading/loading closer).

All the hotel facilities are yours to enjoy, including indoor heated swimming pool (65' x 19'6" x 4'6" deep; children welcome between 9am and 5.30pm when accompanied by an adult), gym, steam room, sauna, spa (beauty treatments) and restaurants.

Outside are hard and grass tennis courts (lessons available), croquet lawn (seasonal) and children's climbing frame, trampoline, slide and swings.

Playroom for children under 8 (available school holidays and half-terms) with egg collecting and ferrets; 8 to 14 year olds can join the Bovey Rangers (school holidays only, extra) for activities ranging from rock climbing to survival skills.

Optional activities for adults include archery, rifle shooting, fly fishing, falconry (daily display), riding, clay pigeon shooting and cider and sloe gin making.

Mountain bikes available, by arrangement (extra).

Wrapped around the hotel and lodges is a championship 18 hole golf course with driving range and pro shop.

For something a little quieter, there's the 275 acre estate to roam (wellies provided).

If you don't feel like cooking, book a table at the hotel's restaurant or brasserie.

The friendly hotel staff will help you arrange any activities you wish.

An exceptional place to stay.

Wedding licence.

Maid service available (extra).

Spring water.

Arrival after 4pm.

Two-night breaks not available.

Kitty Jay is detached and the nearest to the hotel.

Twelve steps (handrail) up to front door into open-plan living/dining/fitted kitchen (dishwasher, microwave, freezer, larder fridge, electric cooker) with door to balcony (table/chairs) and lovely views to the open moor.

Living area with big stone central fireplace (living flame gas fire), smart TV/DVD/PVR, exposed roof trusses and double doors to balcony.

Cloakroom with loo.

Stairs down to two light and bright bedrooms - a double (6' zip-linked bed or twin) with en suite bathroom (suite, shower over bath), and another double (5' bed) with en suite shower-room (suite): both have a door leading to decking area.

Utility room (washer-drier).

From the living room, open tread stairs up to the master double (6' bed) and en suite bathroom (suite plus hand-shower and separate shower). North Bovey: postcard-pretty village (medieval church) with tree-shaded green in the beautiful wooded valley of the mini River Bovey, two lane-miles from the spectacular open moor around Manaton or Moretonhampstead.

Floorplans

2nd Floor1st FloorGround Floor

Summary

Over three levels
Two x super king ground floor double bedrooms (one can convert to twin), one with en suite shower room with shower, WC and basin, the other with en suite bathroom with bath, shower over, WC, basin
Utility room
Top floor super king double bedroom with en suite bathroom with bath, shower, hand shower, WC, basin
Middle floor open plan living space with seating area with gas fire, dining area and kitchen area
Middle floor WC with basin.
Central heating with gas fire
Microwave, fridge, freezer, washer-dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV, DVD, WiFi, Payphone, Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair available on request, Off road parking
Tennis court, indoor pool, sauna
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, Sorry no smoking
Pub less than 1 mile from property
Note: Restricted use of hotel and children's facilities - 24th, 25th, 26th and 27th & 31st December 2020 and 1st January 2021 (brasserie, pool, spa, gym and golf still available)
Hotel facilities may also occasionally be restricted at other times
Note: This property has a private water supply which is tested regularly
Note: Check-in time 4pm
Note: Wedding licence at hotel.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

North Bovey

A picturesque town at the northern point of Dartmoor National Park in Devon, Chagford is small in size but is packed with amenities and things to do. There is a wide range of shops as well as four pubs. Chagford also has more active facilities such as public tennis court and an open-air swimming pool to enjoy at your leisure.

Note: on 13th June 2020, the main area of the hotel is reserved for exclusive use, (all lounges, main bar, Great Western restaurant and all bedrooms). Guests at the Lodges still have use of the pool area, gym, golf course, Smith's Brasserie and Elan Spa, with access to these through Smith's Brasserie not the main hotel entrance.

Note: Restricted use of hotel and children's facilities - 24th, 25th, 26th and 27th & 31st December 2020 and 1st January 2021 (brasserie, pool, spa, gym and golf still available). Hotel facilities may also occasionally be restricted at other times.

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Kitty Jay

North Bovey, near Chagford, Devon (Ref. 975880)

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Features

“Our second visit to Bovey Castle.”

“I can highly recommend staying here, the facilities at the whole resort are fantastic - Great golf course, swimming pool, spa, restaurants etc.”

“We requested earley check in but even though the lodge was empty we we not allowed in til.”

“Took two teenagers with us who both really enjoyed it.”