Manor House and Ashbury

Manor House and Ashbury

Manor House and Ashbury

Manor House and Ashbury | NCG Top 100s: GB&I Golf Resorts

If you want to be spoilt for choice when it comes to golf, then the Manor House and Ashbury is the place for you! There are more than 100 holes of golf on the property, with five 18-hole courses, a 9-hole Academy run and even a couple of spare holes. There is also a wide range of activities away from the golf course, along with two large hotels and a selection of lodges to rent. 
 
Starting with the golf, and what a portfolio there is at the Manor House and Ashbury! The Kigbeare and Pines are the main courses on the resort, while the Par 68 Beeches and Oakwood Courses also offer a great alternative. There is also an 18-hole par-3 course and a 9-hole Academy Course just to add to the offering. The golf facilities also include a driving range and short game area, along with a custom fitting studio. 
 
Golf is not the only activity on offer at the Manor House and Ashbury, with a range of racket sports available. There are plenty of courts for you to play tennis, padel, pickleball, badminton and much more, along with a full-sized 4G pitch for football and rugby at the Ashbury Sports Hotel. Both the Ashbury and the Manor House Hotel have their own spa and wellness facilities, with a range of therapies and treatments on offer for all guests. 
 
The two hotels provide accommodation at the resorts. The Ashbury Hotel has more than 210 rooms, while the Manor House Hotel has closes to 190 rooms, making a total of more than 400 rooms for guests to enjoy. There is plenty of choice, with each room coming with its own en-suite, and with every stay being all-inclusive, there is a vast range of buffet options when it comes to dining. There are also private lodges to rent out, which can be done through each owner.  
 
 
  
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Manor House and Ashbury Overview | NCG Top 100s: GB&I Golf Resorts

A Golfing Century

Normally when we say the word ‘century’, it is because a course or resort has been around for 100 years. That is not the case with the Manor House and Ashbury. Instead, we say ‘century’ because there are more than 100 holes at the resort! 
 
There are five 18-hole layouts – the Kigbeare, Pines, Beeches, Oakwood and the par-3 Willows – along with a 9-hole Academy Course. There are also several spare holes not used by any course, taking the total to 102 holes at the Manor House and Ashbury. 
 
Kigbeare Course 
The Kigbeare Course is the longest and most spaced out of the 18-hole courses at the Manor House and Ashbury. It plays at 6,528 yards from the back tees, so it is not the longest course in the world, but there is plenty of danger throughout the round. Three of the four par 3s are more than 200 yards, but there are also plenty of scoring holes, including the par 5 14th which is only 450 yards long. The closing hole rises more than 65 feet from tee to green and plays much more than its carded 300 yards.  
 
Pines Course 
The Pines Course is the other Par 72 offering at the Manor House and Ashbury and is only slightly shorter than the Kigbeare. It starts with a kick, with the opening hole being the hardest on the card. From there, though, the front nine offers up scoring opportunities, while the back nine is more tree-lined. The signature hole on the course is the 18th which is a long par 5. Longer hitters could go for it in two, but the possibility of getting it wrong and having a big score on the card might put some off.  
 
Beeches Course 
The Beeches Course runs through the middle and north of the resort, with the Kigbeare wrapping around the top half. It is somewhat of an out-and-back layout and is only a Par 68. There are two par 5s, and six par 3s, with one of those being the signature hole. The par 3 12th offers splendid views from an elevated tee box, playing down to a green surrounded by trees.  
 
Oakwood Course 
Like the Beeches Course, the Oakwood is also a Par 68, but only plays at 5,500 yards. There are three par 4s measuring 270 yards or less, including the first hole. The 1st is only 225 yards from the tips, and is essentially a long par 3, but you get the extra shot to start your round with a low number. There is more water on the Oakwood Course, another type of hazard to look out for during your round.  
 
Academy and Willows Courses 
The Willows Course is also an 18-hole layout but is a par-3 course. Holes range from 70 to 150 yards long and there is a range of hazards on the course for you to watch out for. The course measures less than 2,000 yards but getting in under par is still a challenge. There is also a 9-hole Academy Course used for coaching and to allow beginners to grasp the game's nuances.  

Two Glorious Hotels

The resort is home to two stunning hotels, with more than 400 rooms available in total. The Ashbury Sports Hotel is surrounded by the 100 holes of golf you will find at the resort, while the Manor House Hotel is just a five-minute drive down the road, on the junction of the A386 and A3079. 
 
Every room at both properties comes with its own ensuite bathroom. Each room also comes with TV, Wi-Fi and plenty of amenities to make a stay in Devon comfortable. Dining comes in the form of unlimited hot and cold buffets, with all stays at the Manor House and Ashbury being all-inclusive stays. 
 
Away from the hotel, there is also a choice of lodges on site. These are privately owned, with guests able to rent from the owners. There are dog-friendly lodges among these, which are all close to the first tee of the Kigbeare Course.  

Leisure & Activities

Away from golf, there are also plenty of other activities to get involved in during your stay at the Manor House and Ashbury. There are two pitches, one of which is a 4G pitch, for those that fancy playing football or rugby. There is also a wide variety of racket sports on offer at the venue, with tennis, padel, pickleball, and badminton available to play.  
 
Both the Manor House and the Ashbury Hotel have indoor gym facilities, while Ashbury also has an outdoor gym near the 4G pitch. Yoga, Zumba, Pilates and plenty of other classes are also available to enjoy during your time at the Devon venue. 
 
There are swimming pools in both sections, along with spa baths, saunas and steam rooms to allow guests to relax. Both the Manor Resort Spa and the Ashbury Spa have a hydrotherapy circuit, with guests able to receive a wide range of massages and treatments during their time at both facilities. 

FAQs about the Manor House and Ashbury

Where is the Manor House and Ashbury?  
The Manor House and Ashbury are in southwestern England, in the county of Devon. It is just north of the Dartmoor National Park and is equidistant to both Plymouth and Exeter. 

What is the nearest airport and station to the Manor House and Ashbury?
 
Okehampton is the nearest train station to the resort, sitting five miles to the east of the Manor House and Ashbury. The station is serviced by trains from Exeter Station.  
 
In terms of air travel. Exeter Airport is the closest to the Manor House and Ashbury, but its range of flights is limited. For a wider selection to more destinations, Bristol Airport is the nearest. Bristol Airport sits just under 100 miles away from the resort, and is a hub for easyJet, Jet2.com, Ryanair and TUI Airways.  

What golf facilities does the Manor House and Ashbury offer?
 
As if 102 holes of golf wasn’t enough... The Manor House and Ashbury also has a driving range which has sheltered bays to play from. There are four practice putting greens, placed near the first tees of most courses. There is one by the Pines and Willows Courses, one by the Beeches, one by the Oakwood and one by both the Academy and Kigbeare Courses.  

Does the Manor House and Ashbury offer golf lessons?
 
There is a range of coaching and tuition on offer at the Manor House and Ashbury. There is a custom fitting studio which uses Foresight GC Quad, with brands such as Callaway, TaylorMade and PING all on offer. There is also the Academy Course and the driving range, with a variety of coaching on offer for guests and members to enjoy.  

What are the green fees at the Manor House and Ashbury?
 
The price of a green fee at the Manor House and Ashbury changes throughout the year, depending on the season. It is also different depending on whether it is a weekday or weekend. There are also stay and play packages available at the resort.  
 
For more information on current green fees at the Manor House and Ashbury, visit their website here

What accommodation is on offer at the Manor House and Ashbury?
With more than 400 rooms and lodges available, the Manor House and Ashbury has one of the largest portfolios of accommodation that you will find anywhere on the NCG Top 100s: GB&I Golf Resorts list. There is plenty to choose from, with each option coming with its own en-suite, TV and Wi-Fi.  

What other resorts are nearby?
 
The Manor House and Ashbury is one of several venues in the southwest corner of England that have earned a place on the NCG Top 100s: GB&I Golf Resorts list. The Mole Resort, Bovey Castle, Dartmouth Hotel, Golf and Spa, and St Mellion are all within a short drive from the Manor House and Ashbury. 
 
  
  
Visit the Manor House and Ashbury website here.