Built around the famous South Zeal Menhir Standing Stone, this 12th-century manor house is set in its own 4-acre monastery gardens in a pretty Devonshire village. A granite Tudor porch leads to a 536-year-old bar with a roaring log fire, and there is free WiFi and free parking on site. The Oxenham Arms Hotel Devon is one of the oldest inns in England. Home to a 14th century pirate It was once visited for a month by Charles Dickens and is the subject of a great many literary works. The Oxenham Arms Hotel Devon features traditionally furnished rooms, which retain charming old original features like wooden beams and stone walls. Each room is decorated with antiques, and also benefits from a TV and an private bathroom or shower room. The AA Rosette awarded restaurant has picturesque views of Dartmoor. Guests can enjoy seasonal lunches, evening meals, and bar food - prepared using high-quality local produce. An array of activities are offered in the area, such as golfing and horse riding. The hotel also offers free use of bicycles and car hire. Exeter is 20 miles from The Oxenham Arms Hotel Devon. The A30 road can be reached within 3 miles.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- 3 restaurants
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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- CuisineBritish
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- CuisineBritish • European
- AmbienceTraditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Amenities of The Oxenham Arms Hotel Devon
Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- 3 restaurants
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.






The fine print
The property has its own on site free car park, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Additionally, there is free parking opposite the property in the village of South Zeal and a large free and well-lit public car park 492 feet away.
We do not have a 24-hour manned reception, so please do not book here if you plan to return at night to our property after 11.20 PM.