HIGHBULLEN HOTEL

Highbullen is a splendid Victorian Gothic mansion complete with parkland, carriageways, home farm and outbuildings. The house was designed and built by William Moore of Exeter in 1879 near the site of the old 17th century farmhouses known as Whitehall and Mountjoy. He and his family lived there until 1923. In more recent times cannon balls were discovered nearby, suggesting the site was the scene of a skirmish in the Commonwealth days.
The hotel stands on high ground between the Mole and Taw Valleys in wooded seclusion, yet with fine views over surrounding countryside. A spectacular 18-hole golf course is set in the surrounding parkland. The indoor swimming pool now occupies the old coach-house. The home farm and outbuildings (now known as the Near Annexe), have been discreetly converted into hotel rooms. Rowcliffes, 300 yards from here, has seven bedrooms with its own heated open-air pool and panoramic views.

All of Highbullen bedrooms are centrally heated and have their own private bathrooms. The extensive cellars are now the social and gastronomic heart of the hotel. The bar, which also provides light lunches, opens onto a pretty courtyard. The restaurant provides dinner every evening and has appeared in all the reputable guides for over 30 years.In addition it is used for breakfast in an informal and relaxed setting, with marvellous views of the Mole valley and Exmoor beyond
There are many facilities on offer at Highbullen, where guest's enjoyment and comfort, we consider most important. In addition to the indoor tennis court there is the outdoor hard-surfaced tennis court.

Unlimited Free Golf

Whatever the season, Highbullen is the centre of some of the most striking natural beauty in England, has an 18 hole, par 68 golf course (5,755 yards), blended carefully into the hotel's environment. There are also extensive salmon and sea trout fishing along the Taw and the Mole rivers. There are regular sightings of Royal Stags, Otters and other rare wildlife.Highbullen gives you a taste of rural England, with unobtrusive service and comfort. 

Gentler outdoor activities include the use of the heated swimming pools, a relaxed game of croquet on the lawn, or a stroll through the beautiful grounds.  Highbullen's indoor pursuits, such as squash, table tennis, billiards or a swim in the indoor pool are also available. The indoor tennis court is floodlit and has a carpeted surface.

Facilities

If you enjoy an active leisure style, there are many things on offer.

Highbullen has three heated swimming pools. The largest heated outdoor pool has sheltered sunbathing areas and is situated between the Near Annexe and the Main House. The indoor pool (open all year round) is situated next to the courtyard near the bar. Rowcliffes' annex has its own heated outdoor pool. 

 There are two tennis courts (an open air, hard surface court, and an indoor court which is flood lit with a carpeted surface) as well as a squash court. Rackets are available for hire and balls for purchase, and tennis coaching is available all year round.
Croquet, table tennis, billiards and snooker are all available for guests' use, along with Sauna, Steam Room, Hairdressing, Massage, Manicures and Reflexology (appointments are needed for the last four).

The recently established 18-hole golf course stretches out over the Highbullen estate. It is free for use by residents with non-residents paying green fees. No handicap is required.
The Golf Shop is situated by the first tee which is fully stocked and where clubs and trolleys can be hired or bought. Lessons from the Golf Pro, Paul Weston, are available.

On the Mole and the Taw rivers Highbullen has eight miles of Salmon and Sea Trout fishing.

Double or twin-bedded room with private bath, central heating, TV and direct dial telephone.

Mid-week £70.00 to £90.00 
Friday and Saturday £75.00 to £100.00 per person per night when occupied by two people. 

For stays of three nights or more, the midweek rate applies throughout

Single rooms £75.00 to £95.00

The above prices include continental buffet breakfast, three course dinner with coffee, VAT and service. Cooked breakfast is available at a small extra charge. At lunchtime there are bar snacks.

A charge is made for the use of the sauna, steam room, massage, hairdressing and indoor tennis. All other leisure facilities including golf are free to residents. There is a green fee for non-residents. Tuition is available by the resident golf professional - Paul Weston - £7.50 inc. VAT per 1/2 hour session. Normally it is not necessary to reserve tee-off times.

The hotel is not suitable for young children, but they are welcome after the age of 8. Dogs are not allowed.

Executive conferences for up to 20 can be accomodated. The hotel having such extensive facilities makes it ideal for couples.

All the rooms are centrally heated, with en-suite bathrooms, telephone, television and radio.

Highbullen has 44 rooms, all situated in and around the main grounds. The main house has 12 rooms, doubles, singles and twins. Nearby, the Near Annexe has 15 rooms, doubles and twins.
Whitehall Annexe, previously a farm outbuilding set in a country style garden, is a level 400 yards away from the main house. .The Converted Barn has 5 bedrooms let as hotel rooms. The Farmhouse is let on a weekly self catering basis. Self caterers are welcome to use all the facilities of the hotel on a non-resident rates. It is surrounded by the golf course. 

Rowcliffes, 300 yards down hill from the Near Annexe, has six bedrooms with its own heated open-air pool, and panoramic views.

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