With its ancient tors and wild landscapes, Dartmoor has proved irresistible to visitors for centuries. Sitting on the banks of the East Dart River in spectacular countryside, the East Dart Hotel was no different.
Historic coaching inn
Located in the heart of Dartmoor, The East Dart Hotel is in the hamlet of Postbridge, between Princetown and Moretonhampstead. A well-known coaching inn dating back to 1861, the property retains many of its original features, including exposed timber beams and open fireplaces, and plenty of Moorland charm.
Sympathetically maintained during the current owner’s tenure, and together with its idyllic location and unique history, this popular coaching inn is the perfect place for visitors to experience the wide range of outdoor pursuits and activities available on Dartmoor.
Traditional facilities, accommodation and exceptional outdoor space
A well-known coaching Inn with its origins going back to 1861, the property retains many period features including exposed beams, low ceilings, dark wooden furniture, and open fireplaces, briefly comprising ground floor lounge bar, restaurant, residents lounge, 9 ensuite first floor letting bedrooms. Additionally, there is a 3-bedroom owners’ cottage, below which has 2 further ensuite rooms (staff) whilst externally the property enjoys a beer garden, roadside seating, 5 stables, garages, storage barns and all set in 2.5 acres.
A rare sale
Regarding the sale of the Hotel, Jon Clyne, Charles Darrow Director, comments “We were delighted to agree terms with Karen & Ben, who have exciting plans for the premises, including top to bottom refurbishment and longer opening hours. It is an exciting time to be in the leisure and hospitality sector, with staycations at an all-time high, we anticipate demand for this type of business to continue to soar”.
The East Dart Hotel was sold of an asking price of £325,000 for the leasehold interest.