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Situated in the centre of Taunton, the hotel is steeped in the drama and romance of English history. Once a Norman fortress, it has been welcoming travellers to the town since the 12th century. Owned by the Chapman family for the past 50 years, it is one of Britains most famous historic hotels. For those who wish to spoil themselves this is one of only a handful of hotels in the Southwest which has a red AA rosette for food. Due to the age of the hotel and its style, the bedrooms are all different sizes and shapes, however, all are well furnished.

Nestled amid 45 acres of picturesque parkland with 3 fishing lakes, this charming hotel boasts a tranquil and relaxed environment within the natural beauty of Dunkeswell, Devon. During your stay at Lake View Manor you can enjoy a stroll through the surrounding meadows, listening to the birds and admiring the beautiful trees and wild flowers. Alternatively you can explore the 3 private lakes, where you can often see leaping carp. After a long day of exploring the area, you can return to the friendly and welcoming Manor to enjoy traditional home-cooked meals in a relaxed environment. After dinner, why not sample the locally brewed Otter ales in the bar, for a true taste of Devon. Whether you are here for a short break, holiday or business trip, you'll find 17 comfortable rooms to suit individuals, couples and families. There are excellent facilities and idyllic views, perfect for families, fishing trips or last minute getaways. The Restaurant at Lakeview Manor is open to residents and non-residents. Guests can enjoy fresh local produce in a relaxed atmosphere, both lunchtimes and evenings. The 'hog roasts' are fast becoming legendary, with a whole west country pig roasted on a spit, and serving upto 80 guests at a time. Pride of place on the well stocked bar is a selection of locally brewed Otter Ales offering a true taste of Devon, full of individual flavour and aromas. The main lake at Lakeview Manor covers two acres and is well stocked with carp, tench, rudd and perch. Both fishing lakes are open to residents and club members only. There are many outstanding sea-fishing venues nearby. Particularly recommending the mackerel fishing or booking a boat trip from Beer, Exmouth or Lyme Regis, nothing quite beats deep-sea fishing for an exhilarating day out. Devon has over 40 golf courses to choose from including Heath, Parkland, Links golf and a championship course at Saunton Sands.

This hotel is situated at Junction 25 of the M5, on the outskirts of the Taunton. It is in the perfect place for a stop-over on the way down to Devon and Cornwall, while Taunton city centre is only a short drive away, offering restaurants, bars and shops. There are plenty of attractions in the area, such as Exmoor National park, Wells Cathedral and Cheddar Gorge and Glastonbury. This modern hotel comprises a total of 92 rooms. It features recently refurbished public areas and whether the stay is for business or pleasure, the relaxed and informal lounge is a great spot in which to enjoy a drink from the charming bar. All rooms are en-suite and come with satellite TV and coffee making facilities. A comfortable double bed and individually adjustable air conditioning and heating are also provided in all accommodation as standard. Other Hotel Information : Year of construction : 2001, Year of most recent renovation : 2007, Number of floors (main building) : 3, Total number of rooms : 92, Double rooms : 92, Disability-friendly rooms : 8 Other amenities/ services: Wheelchair-accessible, Disability-friendly bathroom, Double bed, Bathroom, Shower, Carpeted floors, Individually adjustable heating, Individually adjustable air conditioning, Direct dial telephone, Radio, Ironing set, Tea and coffee making facilities, Air conditioning in public areas, 24-hour reception, Hotel safe, Cloakroom, Lift access, Wired Internet, Laundry service, Bar