Fox & Hounds Country Hotel

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

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
J
JOHN
6
Pros:

Unknown to me it has become a hotel to take dogs to. Dogs barking, corridor smelt of dogs. At breakfast up to 12 dogs in the restaurant. Even one owner feeding biscuits to a dog in the restaurant. Dogs allowed long lead in restaurant which I nearly tripped over. Not for anyone who does not have a dog.

2025-09-18 via Nuitee
A
Anthony
10
Pros:

Amazing food

2025-08-04 via Nuitee
M
m
10
Wedding
Pros:

Attended a wedding, food was amazing, staff very attentive, check in easy, it was so relaxing, what a lovely place, only one quibble i found the mattress uncomfortable so woudnt stay no more than a couple of nights, but the pillows where soft and comfy...Oh the tree
Well done everyone!!!!

2025-06-26 via Nuitee
J
Jeffrey partner
10
Pros:

a real dogs delight must bring mine next time

2025-03-22 via Nuitee
H
Heather partner
6
Pros:

The staff were very friendly.
The bedroom decoration needed updating, we found the mattress uncomfortable. The walls were very thin, we could hear snoring from either side of us, plus talking etc.
It would have been nice to have some fresh fruit available for breakfast.

2025-02-16 via Nuitee
J
JASON
6
Pros:

Lovely country retreat.

2024-10-17 via Nuitee
L
Lorraine
10
Pros:

This was just an amazing place to stay with our dog. They even had a dog bowl and a doggy treat in the room. All the staff and owners were so friendly and helpful. The grounds are safe for dog walking. We had a perfect stay

2024-09-27 via Nuitee
R
Roger
10
Pros:

Good clean breakfast very good

2024-08-04 via Nuitee
T
Thomas
8
Pros:

great place to stay

2024-07-17 via Nuitee
P
Penelope partner
6
Pros:

A little too dog friendly particularly in the dining area. The dogs were not well behaved with many barking which we found very irritating whilst having dinner. Maybe future customers should be made aware of the situation.

2024-06-28 via Nuitee
D
Daniel pet
10
Pros:

Best dog friendly hotel in the country … or even in Europe! Fabulous walking around the hotel and dogs welcome in every part of the hotel including restaurant, bar and breakfast room! Fab!

2024-06-22 via Nuitee
D
David
8
Happy to stay again.
Pros:

Good position, friendly staff. Beautiful grounds for relaxing or walking.

2024-06-20 via Nuitee
S
Steve
8
Friendly welcoming hotel
Pros:

The service and meals were excellent. The hotel has a comfortable atmosphere. If I were to make a criticism it would be that the rooms could do with updating.

2024-05-30 via Nuitee
G
Graham
10
weddding
Pros:

stayed for a family wedding

2024-01-01 via Nuitee
J
John
6
Great location but room for improvment
Pros:

The location was very good and convenient for a local family wedding. The restaurant food was excellent and the staff very friendly. Our bathroom net/curtain had a considerable amount of mold but in general the room was clean, if a little dated. The breakfast service on our last day was very poor with a very long wait for food and a lack of resources to handle the amount of guests.

2023-10-31 via Nuitee
L
Laura
10
Pros:

Lovely stay

2023-10-30 via Nuitee
T
Tim
8
Good and bad
Pros:

The hotel staff are all friendly and welcoming. Food was to a very high standard. Parkland also excellent and ideal for a doggy. The rooms were tired and dated and the walls were paper thin. We spent all night listening to next door snoring and moving around on their bed. We must of only had an hours sleep so not ideal.

2023-10-08 via Nuitee
S
Stephen family
10
Pros:

Had a lovely relaxing few days. Last minute booking! Couldn’t fault the service and the lovely rooms, set in beautiful surroundings and lovely staff!

2023-08-10 via Nuitee
I
Ian
10
I’d rate the Fox and Hounds 10 out of 10.
Pros:

For the price paid I’d rate this place excellent. Great location, plenty of free parking and very friendly and helpful staff. Also first class breakfast.

2023-08-10 via Nuitee
J
John
8
Very pleasant one night stay
Pros:

Very pleasant one night stay

2023-06-03 via Nuitee