Name: Bearslake Inn
Address: Lake Sourton, Okehampton, Okehampton, Okehampton, EX20 4HQ, United Kingdom
Rating: 9

Smoke-free property

Heating

Garden

No elevators

General

Non-smoking rooms

Room service

Hairdryer

Shower/Bathtub

Linens

Toiletries

Rooms

Iron and board

Iron

Services and amenities

Diet menu (on request)

Breakfast

Restaurant

Breakfast/lunch to go

Packed Lunches

Kettle

Meals

Free Wi-Fi

Internet access

Internet

Barbecue grill(s)

Hiking

Picnic area

Barbeque

Recreation

Free parking

Parking

Beach/pool towels

Pool and beach

Pets allowed

Pets

Extra decontamination measures

Personal protection equipment for guests

Contactless check-in and/or check-out

Individually packaged food

Additional measures against COVID-19

Health and Safety Measures

Location

At the guest house

Room amenities

The Granite Way

Plymouth Airport

Exeter International Airport

Bearslake Inn

Okehampton

child-bed

child-bed-fee

external-private-bathroom

private-bathroom

shared-bathroom

10-beds

11-beds

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18-beds

19-beds

2-beds

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3-beds

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37-beds

38-beds

39-beds

4-beds

40-beds

5-beds

6-beds

7-beds

8-beds

9-beds

king-bed

queen-bed

limited-time

lounge

treatment

no-window

bay-view

bosphorus-view

canal-view

city-view

courtyard-view

garden-view

golf-view

harbour-view

inland-view

lake-view

land-view

mountain-view

ocean-front

ocean-view

oceanside

panoramic-view

park-view

partial-ocean-view

partial-sea-view

partial-view

pool-view

river-view

sea-front

sea-view

street-view

sunrise-view

sunset-view

water-view

with-view

annex

basement

main-building

1-bedroom

2-bedrooms

3-bedrooms

4-bedrooms

5-bedrooms

6-bedrooms

not-guaranteed

wired-internet-access

smoking

sauna

duplex

safe

mini-bar

breakfast-for-1

breakfast-for-2

pets-allowed

wi-fi

kitchen

On arrival decided to have a drink in the bar prior to checking in, large variety of beers and spirits and a warm welcome.
We stayed in the Cider Press, lovely room with everything thing that you could need, clean, tidy and very comfortable bed.
We ate in the restaurant and the food was superb, all locally sourced, the steak was one of the best that I have ever had. My Girlfriend had the chicken and this was superb too. Overall the menu was excellent, all the food that we saw coming from the kitchen looked really good and I do not believe you could make a bad choice.
The waitresses were very helpful and attentive, The Bearslake Inn operates with very high standards.
We ordered the breakfast hamper, and what a really good idea, it arrives at your door in a picnic basket, we had muesli, croissants, muffins, and as with everything else this was excellent.
Ideally situated within Dartmoor, we walked to Meldon viaduct and reservoir the next morning along the Granite Way.
We would highly recommend both eating and staying at the Bearslake.

Overnight stay

Bearslake Restaurant and Inn
A one night stay to remember
Jan 2024 • Couples

Lisa was kind and helpful when we booked and it was therefore decided to take a deal including breakfast and dinner options with the room.
This was lucky because both meals and the Bar were a very high standard and added delight to the stay. We took over the room and were amazed at the size quality and general aspects of the room.
There was even a welcome for our dog.

The access to the carpark was a beautiful walk around the building to the carpark over a discreet bridged river walkway that added excitement to the stay.

The building itself was historic and beautiful ano had some quirky aspects that were as endearing as the impeccable upkeep and immaculate hygiene.

The bar offered excellent choices and the relaxed atmosphere and offered menus meant we were very much looking forward to dinner.
Each of the five or six staff we spoke to during our stay added personal touches that made our visit uniquely enjoyable.

Dinner choices from the menu spoilt us for choice, and it was clear that the kitchen had a commitment that made all the dishes on the carefully put together menu tempting. We were provided seats with more than enough room in a very cosy and popular dining room that was well attended by staff. Without being overbearing there was never a time when we noticed we had waited for anything and the customer focus was clearly working for everyone else dining there.
The starter was exceptionally good and this gave us confidence in some exciting choices for main course. We left room for a similarly delicious dessert, and were pleased to remain in the bar.. with the other happy guests.

It was a fantastic evening.

A short stay not to be missed

We had an excellent stay at Bearslake Inn. 5-star service, outstanding food, and spacious, clean rooms exceeded expectations. The breakfast hamper was a delightful touch, enjoyed amidst the breathtaking Dartmoor National Park views. The inn's dog-friendly amenities, with treats, bowls, and blankets, were a lovely addition. Already planning our next stay!

Exceptional

Delicious grown up food, great service, good location and friendly staff. I enjoyed sea bass and vegetables and my husband enjoyed red deer. Good for a special meal. We didn’t bring the children but they would have been welcomed. Will eat here again when we are in the area.

Delicious food, great service

I booked a table for 14 for Boxing Day lunch for a family gathering midway between our respective homes. The booking team were superb, including accommodating a last minute change to numbers due to Covid. Nonetheless we were still a large group of 11. The whole team were friendly, professional, and  helpful and despite having had a very busy month, we were incredibly well looked after. The menu was extensive (suiting teenagers through to older folk), the food was piping hot and absolutely delicious. Thank you to the whole team for a wonderful family event. I would highly recommend to all 😀

Superb service and food 

10th September, ordered a de-caf late coffee and pint of beer.
After taking our order and paying the barstaff came back to say their coffee machine was not working, this was same excuse on a busy Sunday afternoon we had about two months ago but at least they had a decaf filter coffee last time. We accepted a de-caf filter coffee instead. The pint arrived and a short while later another waiter to say they had no decaf filter coffee either. Incredulous for a busy br and restaurant.
I was not happy that we could not sit together and enjoy our respective drinks so asked that our order was refunded as we ordered two drinks to enjoy together. Only the coffee was refunded which I think reflected a poor attitude on the manager who was called to arrange the refund. Am I unreasonable in this? Have been coming here for years but not any more. Make up your own mind.

Second bad experience

The prices for wine are quite high; £10.95 for a 250ml Sauvignon. 
The room was cold, despite asking twice for it to be resolved. 
They out a 10% service charge on all the bill and that included me going to the bar for drinks. 
You can only use the front door at certain times but not when checking out at 9.15am. Had to go around the back and side of the building. 
Could do with some general TLC.

Disappointed

Been a few months since our last visit. Always our preferred venue as a couple. Met with the typical friendly welcome by the gent behind the bar, where my wife ordered a large local G & T and I had a pint of Bays Wild 100 ale, also from Devon, it was superb. We had Goats cheese/beetroot salad and salmon  with beetroot for starters. Ravioli and Cod & chips for mains, sticky toffee pudding and apple / raisin crumble for puddings. All beautifully presented, highest quality ingredients and delicious. The usual lady was serving, who is just lovely and along with the young lady and gent serving, who were fantastic and attentive, the evening was just brilliant, just as it always is, each time we visit. A wonderful evening. 

Wedding anniversary meal 

Just Go.

Best review I can give. Beautiful place, real character - no plaster beams in sight, a real proper English atmosphere.

We had 6 dogs and they were accommodated well. Great staff too!

The surrounding countryside is simply the best of British -  wonderful castles, viaducts, lakes, dams - just beautiful.

Just Go!

We stayed here on Friday on a TravelZoo “Dine & Stay” deal and had a fabulous time.

We were in The Saddle Room and from the moment we stepped through the door our 3 dogs and us were made extremely welcome.

The room was huge and pristine with everything we needed, plus blankets, treats, poo bags and bowls for the girls. The beams provided a bit of an obstacle course as we’re both tall but it just added to the charm.

Our food was spectacular, one of the best meals we’ve both enjoyed in a very long time, with service to match. The deal gave us a certain amount per course which we did exceed but it was worth every penny. We were in a smaller room rather than the main dining room, as we had the dogs, but it was really cosy with the warmth from the log burner and extremely chilled.

We both slept well in a very comfy bed with full bellies replete from our exertions on the breathtaking moors. There was plenty of hot water for the superb power shower, too. 

In the morning, the bespoke continental breakfast hamper, pre-ordered the night before, was very tasty with more than enough for both of us. 

We’ve passed here many times on our way to and from Dartmoor and Tavistock and wish we’d ventured in sooner, if only to have sampled the food or enjoyed a drink by the stream in the large beer garden.

Just a couple of points for feedback. 

The gin selection is extensive but the tonics and garnishes didn’t match this. Gin is so popular these days and people expect the perfect serve, not just ice and lemon. 

All the indications on the menus and the bar state a 10% discretionary service charge will be added. We were charged 15% and, whilst it was paid happily, the signage should reflect this. 

Nonetheless, a fantastic experience and one of the most dog friendly place we’ve ever stayed.

Thank you Julian, Lisa and your lovely team for the card and for a wonderful stay for my birthday. We’ll see you again.

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