Fox & Hounds Country Hotel

Hotels
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Independent
8.8 (53 reviews)
1 Eggesford Country Estate, Chulmleigh, England, EX18 7JZ , Chulmleigh , GB
44-17-69580345

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Boat tours nearby
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Picnic area
Golfing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Amazing food
Cons:
Presence of dogs in the restaurant
Corridor smelt of dogs

Categories

Cleanliness
7.55
The corridor smelt of dogs and there were barking dogs present, indicating lower cleanliness.
Service
9.05
Not explicitly mentioned, but standard quality was implied despite some issues.
Location
8.85
Not mentioned in the reviews.
Room Quality
8.85
Not mentioned in the reviews.
Amenities
8.85
Not mentioned in the reviews.
Value for Money
8.85
Not mentioned in the reviews.
Food and Beverage
9.55
Amazing food was mentioned in the reviews.
Overall Experience
8.85
The overall rating was specified as 8.8.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 11:41

Property Description

Breathtaking Views and Unique Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden while enjoying complimentary wireless internet access. This hotel also offers wedding services, a picnic area, and a banquet hall.

Delicious Dining and Relaxing Bar/Lounge
Enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant and wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. You can also make use of amenities like multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.

Cozy and Well-Appointed Guestrooms
The 22 individually decorated guestrooms provide a comfortable stay with complimentary wireless internet access, digital programming, and private bathrooms with premium toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on request for your convenience.

Escape to Fox & Hounds Country Hotel and indulge in luxury by the river.

Important information:

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: EXT

Property Policies

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Only dogs and cats are allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 53 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.55
Service: 9.05
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 8.85
Amenities: 8.85
Value for Money: 8.85
Food and Beverage: 9.55
Overall Experience: 8.85
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Donna • couple • gb
4
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Denise • solo_traveller • gb
4
Spoilt stay
Pros:

The place is beautiful and the food was fabulous.

Cons:

The issue we had was the bed was so uncomfortable (cheap mattress with a thin topper) weThe couldn't sleep and caused me backache

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • gb
9
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
8
Comfortable
Pros:

The grounds were attractive. The buildings had character - thankfully, it wasn’t an impersonal modern ‘block’.

Cons:

It is a bit rambling, and some parts are in need of redecoration. The food was OK but not exceptional.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Tony • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Nice location.

Cons:

The place felt a bit tired in terms of the rooms and the general environment. A bit overpriced for the standards and facilities.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Ricky • couple • gb
10
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Malcolm • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Extensive grounds to walk our dog

Cons:

Choice of starters

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • extended_group • gb
6
pleasent
Pros:

it was satisfactory and staff were helpful generally

Cons:

bar could have stayed open a little later

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • couple • gb
5
It was to out of the way
Pros:

Room was a bit small

Cons:

The menus, needs to have more variety

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Comfortable property with a nice restaurant

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Griffin • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

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.

Cons:

I would have liked so fresh fruit for breakfast

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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CLAIRE • couple • gb
8
Perfect convienient overnight stay
Pros:

Comfy clean bed for the night. Good selection at breakfast

Cons:

Nothing personally, country lanes were extremely narrow in places

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Keith Allan • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
5
Pros:

Breakfast was good.

Cons:

The rooms were sold as a small double, the room needs to be upgraded and painted.

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
8
A dog friendly hotel in the country side with nice grounds.
Pros:

Friendly staff, nice restaurant, good food. Very dog friendly.

Cons:

Hotel is looking a bit tired

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Mair • couple • gb
8
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Nikki • couple • gb
9
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely comfortable hotel with very kind and helpful staff.

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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katie • couple • gb
10
WOW we will definitely recommend it and will return
Pros:

The food was delicious and the staff were all amazing

Cons:

No negatives

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Martyn • extended_group • gb
10
Cons:

the first room one of us got allocated had to be changed as it had quite a few flies in it but staff were very professional and moved us asap

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee