Buckfastleigh, Devon

The Kings Arms enjoys a prime position on Fore Street, the main thoroughfare in Buckfastleigh, a historic market town situated on the edge of Dartmoor National Park. This charming town is a hub for tourism, attracting visitors’ year round who come to explore the Moors, stunning landscapes, the famous Buckfast Abbey and nearby attractions such as the South Devon Railway and the Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary. Buckfastleigh is ideally positioned just off the A38 Devon Expressway, a major arterial route linking Exeter and Plymouth, making it easily accessible with both locals and tourists. The town is well served by public transport, with Totnes Railway Station only a short drive away, offering direct services to London Paddington and the wider UK rail network.   Dartmoor National Park, with its vast open spaces, rugged tors and scenic trails is a significant draw for outdoor enthusiast, walkers, cyclist and nature lovers. As one of the key entry points to Dartmoor, Buckfastleigh benefits from high visitor footfall, making The Kings Arms and excellent opportunity for an enterprising operator to tap into both the local community and the thriving tourism market.  

The Kings Arms is a distinguished Grade II Listed property, reflecting the classic architectural charm of the region. This substantial building spans two floors and is situated within the town’s conservation area. To the rear of the property is a pretty enclosed beer garden.   The centre at Buckfasteligh has been renovated extensively in recent years and has become increasingly popular, enhanced by its ease of access to the A38. The property is within Dartmoor National Park and some of the most beautiful parts of the Moor are only a few miles distant.   The property boasts two spacious bar areas, with original character features, a well equipped commercial kitchen and a further private dining room. Outside is a sheltered, private beer garden which has been beautifully landscaped and is perfect for alfresco dining during the summer months.   The upper floors contained three superior en-suite letting rooms/suites, although are currently unused. There is very nicely appointed owner's accommodation to the side, including its own domestic kitchen.