House & Family History: Bovey is a house of many periods, dating at least to the 16th century. In the 18th century the House was neglected and left in poor repair and later reduced in size; it was restored in 1868. The original red sandstone hall range of 1592 (the date is found on a very fine rainwater head) sports an interior of high quality late 17th century paneling, with a ceiling decorated with grapevines and oak leaves. The three-storied, rubble-faced South Wing was added in the 17th century. There is also the King Charles II Room, with a post-Restoration ceiling that commemorates Charles's flight after the Battle of Worcester. Bovey is today a luxury hotel.

Garden & Outbuildings: There is a fine Summer House that contains two 14th century style medieval statues: a bishop and a king.

Country Life: XXXII, 674, 1912.

House Listed: Grade II*

Park Listed: Not Listed

Past Seat / Home of: Walrond family, 13th century until 18th century. Rolle family, 18th century.

Current Ownership Type: Corporation

Primary Current Ownership Use: Hotel

Ownership Details: Today Bovey Castle Luxury Hotel and Sporting Estate, a member of the Eden Hotel Collection.

House Open to Public: By Appointment

Phone: 01647-445-000

Fax: 01647-445-020

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.boveycastle.com

Historic Houses Member: No