Dog friendly inn and restaurant on Dartmoor
Our dog friendly inn and restaurant on Dartmoor welcomes well behaved dogs in the dining room and in our rooms. You can walk the moor in the morning, then settle by the fire for lunch. Booking is advisable, so please reserve early.
A dog friendly inn and restaurant on Dartmoor
Dartmoor is made for dogs. Therefore a dog friendly inn and restaurant on Dartmoor is a welcome sight after miles of open moor. At the Dartmoor Inn, well behaved dogs are welcome in our restaurant, so you can stop for lunch or dinner without leaving them behind. Also, they are welcome in our rooms if you would like to stay the night. However, dogs must be on a lead at all times outside of the rooms.
Well behaved dogs are welcome while you enjoy food cooked over open fire. Dogs must be on a lead at all times outside of the rooms.
Five rooms overlook Dartmoor, and dogs are welcome in them. Staying guests pay a £15 cleaning fee per room, payable on arrival. Up to 2 dogs are allowed in each room. Dogs must also stay off the furniture and beds. Please do not leave dogs unattended in the rooms.
Walks start close to the door, so your dog can stretch its legs before and after your meal.
Dogs in the restaurant
Whether you arrive after a long walk or plan a relaxed Sunday lunch, your dog is welcome with you. Dogs must be on a lead at all times outside of the rooms, so please keep yours close. We cook over an open fire, so the dining room has a warm glow when the weather turns. Booking is advisable, so reserve early to secure your table. You can reserve online for up to six guests. However, for larger parties please call 07495 218911.
Staying with your dog
We have five rooms overlooking Dartmoor, and dogs are welcome in them. Staying guests pay a £15 cleaning fee per room, payable on arrival. Up to 2 dogs are allowed in each room. Dogs must also stay off the furniture and beds. Please do not leave dogs unattended in the rooms. Also, dogs must be on a lead at all times outside of the rooms. Because the moor starts at the door, you can set off on a walk straight from your room. Afterwards, dinner is just downstairs.
Walks from the door
Merrivale puts miles of open moor on your doorstep. For example, the Merrivale Circular Walk is about 3 miles past Bronze Age stone rows. Also, Vixen Tor is a short walk from the inn, while the old railway trackbed offers flat and easy walking.
Dartmoor ponies, cattle and sheep graze freely nearby. Therefore please keep your dog on a lead near livestock.
Dog friendly inn and restaurant on Dartmoor questions
Are dogs allowed in the restaurant?
Yes, well behaved dogs are welcome in our restaurant. Therefore you can bring your dog to lunch, dinner or Sunday lunch. However, dogs must be on a lead at all times outside of the rooms.
Do dogs need to be on a lead?
Yes, dogs must be on a lead at all times outside of the rooms. Therefore please keep your dog close while you enjoy your visit.
Can I stay at the inn with my dog?
Yes, dogs are welcome in our rooms. However, staying guests pay a £15 cleaning fee per room, payable on arrival. Up to 2 dogs are allowed in each room. Dogs must also stay off the furniture and beds. Please do not leave dogs unattended in the rooms. We have five rooms overlooking Dartmoor.
How many dogs can stay in a room?
Up to 2 dogs are allowed in each room. Also, the £15 cleaning fee is charged per room, so it does not change if you bring a second dog.
Can I leave my dog alone in the room?
No, dogs must not be left unattended in the rooms. However, they are welcome with you in the restaurant, so you can enjoy dinner together.
Do I need to book a table if I have a dog?
Booking is advisable, so reserve early to secure your table. You can reserve online for up to six guests. However, for larger parties please call 07495 218911.
Where can I walk my dog near the inn?
Walks start close to the door. For example, the Merrivale Circular Walk is about 3 miles, while the old railway trackbed is flat and easy. Also, our Dartmoor National Park page lists more walks and sights near the inn.
Will we meet ponies and livestock on the moor?
Yes, Dartmoor ponies, cattle and sheep graze freely nearby. Therefore please keep your dog on a lead near livestock and give the animals plenty of space.
Is there parking at the inn?
Yes. Parking is free outside the inn, so you can leave the car right by the door.
Also, more answers are in our Dartmoor Inn FAQs.