Ilsington Country House Hotel

09/09/2026

September has its own kind of calm...

Summer hasn’t quite left us, and Dartmoor is just beginning to change with the season. It’s a lovely time to slow things down a little.

A swim, some time in the sauna and steam room, followed by a treatment and absolutely no need to hurry afterwards.

Our Devon Spa Day was made for afternoons like these, with four hours in the spa and a 30-minute treatment of your choice.

Make a little time for yourself this autumn > https://ilsington.co.uk/offers-packages/

05/09/2026

Dartmoor rewards curiosity...

Take a turning you've never taken before and you might find a hidden valley, a village pub, a stone bridge or a view that makes you stop for a moment.

Our Dartmoor Explorer package is designed for guests who enjoy discovering the area for themselves, with the comfort of returning to Ilsington at the end of the day.

Start planning your next Dartmoor adventure > https://ilsington.co.uk/offers-packages/

31/08/2026

If your shoulders could talk, what would they say?

September's Treatment of the Month is Signature Upper Body Bliss, created for anyone who spends a little too much time at a desk, behind the wheel, or simply carrying the stresses of everyday life.

With a back, hand and arm, facial and scalp massage, it's designed to help you switch off and leave feeling lighter.

Available throughout September for £100 (usually £125). Book today: https://ilsington.co.uk/spa/

28/08/2026

If you're wondering how to spend Bank Holiday Monday, we have a few suggestions... 🌞

A walk on Dartmoor.
A drink on the terrace overlooking our gardens.
Afternoon tea with a view.
A relaxing spa treatment.

The difficult part is choosing where to start! Here's to a relaxing Bank Holiday on Dartmoor 🥂

25/08/2026

Returning for the fourth year we have the hugely talented Ben Waters visiting us for 3-nights of music and entertainment. If you haven’t heard of him then just look him up and see who he has played with!! Each year has been a sellout and we are expecting the same again this year. Bookings have to be made directly with the hotel.

Join Ben Waters for a magical Christmas time getaway at the stunning Ilsington Country House Hotel and Spa - 30th November - 3rd December 2026. Dinner, Breakfast and use of the spa are included- and there will be live music in the evenings. This trip sold out last year, so be quick! Bookings are taken by the hotel http://www.ilsington.co.uk/ and prices start at just £805!

25/08/2026

Four months until Christmas Day. Not that we're counting...

But if you're already thinking about festive dining, crackling fires and time spent with family and friends, now is a good time to start making plans.

Christmas, Twixmas and New Year bookings are now open > https://ilsington.co.uk/christmas/

22/08/2026

Most of us are quite good at making time for everyone else...

Making time for ourselves is often a little harder.

A few hours away from the usual routine can make more difference than we expect. Time to switch off, unwind, and leave feeling a little lighter than when you arrived.

Our Devon Spa Day includes access to the spa facilities and a treatment of your choice, offering a welcome pause in the middle of a busy week > https://ilsington.co.uk/offers-packages/?_categories=spa-day

18/08/2026

Summer isn't over yet... 🌞

There are still walks to be taken, views to be admired, and long evenings to enjoy on Dartmoor.

But if there's one thing we've learnt, it's that the season has a habit of disappearing faster than expected.

Our Summer Staycation package is available until 18th September, giving you three nights to make the most of late summer on the moor, with spa access, dining credit and plenty of time to enjoy the season while it's here > https://ilsington.co.uk/offers-packages/

15/08/2026

One of the questions we're asked most often is: "Where should we walk?"

If you're starting at the hotel, we'd recommend...

📍 St Michael's Church (Simms Hill Trail Loop) - Easy (2.4 miles) or Moderate (5 miles)
📍 Hound Tor (Greater Rocks Loop) - Hard (13.8 miles)
📍 Haytor Rocks (Hound Tor Loop) - Hard (13.7 miles)
📍 Lichen Grove Stone Bridge (Hound Tor Loop) - Hard (18.8 miles)

From easy strolls to challenging hikes, there's plenty to discover on Dartmoor this summer 🌞

Have you done any of these routes before?

13/08/2026

A stunning timelapse of yesterday’s solar eclipse over Dartmoor. With Haytor as a backdrop it was beautiful spectacle for all our guests to see.