Fox & Hounds Country Hotel

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Staff

9.2

In the glorious North Devon Countryside, perched on the River Taw amid the scenic landscape of the Tarka Trail, this relaxed hotel offers a comfortable retreat to nature. The friendly country hotel is known for its excellent, traditional food made using fine local produce. Local ciders and Real Ale are served in the bar and you can enjoy a meal on the garden terrace. Rooms have a flat-screen TV and free wireless internet access. The Fox & Hounds Country Hotel has 4 miles of salmon and trout fishing, and shooting, riding and walking are close by. The hotel is a great base for exploring North Devon, Dartmoor and Exmoor. Pets and children are welcome. We are a very dog friendly hotel and dogs are permitted anywhere guests can go, including the bar and dining areas.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Elaine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“food was amazing the staff are friendly and so helpful room very nice and spacious Thank you”
Anu
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent breakfast, I like how it's laid out, both the food and the dining room. I love how the hotel retains an atmosphere from the early twentieth century yet is firmly in the twenty-first! The best of both worlds. This includes an unspoiled...”
Donna
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great communication, we arrived late but made a plan with reception before hand. Hotel was quiet so room upgraded which was a nice suprise. Dog friendly, nice dog walk and good breakfast.”
Anu
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I used to live in the area, and knew the location to be superb. I also knew the Fox and Hounds to have a good bar, but it was an extra delight to actually stay there. The room itself was fine, all needs met including streaming services on the TV,...”
Jenny
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The quiet location and beautiful grounds. Added bonus, dogs are not only welcomed but included (No, I didn't have one with me!)”
Guy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The team were excellent, welcoming despite arriving looking like a drowned rat having been caught in a storm”
John
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The grounds were attractive. The buildings had character - thankfully, it wasn’t an impersonal modern ‘block’.”
Griffin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly staff. Very dog friendly including an area in the grounds where the dog could be off lead. Comfortable and spotlessly keen. Asked for decaff tea for room and fresh milk, neither was a problem.”
Claire
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Comfy clean bed for the night. Good selection at breakfast”
John
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly staff, nice restaurant, good food. Very dog friendly.”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.2Based on 248 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Above all, The Fox and Hounds country Hotel is known for its friendly staff and relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. We aim to make The Fox & Hounds your home from home and will do everything we can to ensure you have a wonderful stay, and hope you’ll want to join our many returning guests who come back to stay with us again and again.

Property info

Accommodation has always been offered at the site of the current Fox & Hounds Hotel. An 19th century early coaching inn, and a hotel steeped in a long history of fly fishing can be witnessed by the old photos located in the main bar area.

Neighborhood info

We often say that the The Fox & Hounds is in the middle of nowhere, in the heart of Devon. Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the hotel and it’s 6 acres of grounds, while having the beautiful Devon countryside on your doorstep. There’s so much to do and see just a short way from the hotel, from outdoor activities to tourist attractions, activities for families, day trips and good food & drink. Our detailed Guest Information Portal on our websites is full of information about the local area.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Heywood Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Fox & Hounds Country Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 23:00 and 07:00
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 4 years
Crib upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
Free
5+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

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Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

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