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Fox and Hounds Country Hotel: Traveller Reviews

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Eggesford, Chulmleigh EX18 7JZ, England
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Fox and Hounds Country Hotel
Ranked #1 of 1 hotels in Chulmleigh
4.5 of 5 stars 58 Reviews
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Bristol, England
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
“A great find”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012

Wow, we struck lucky with this one on a KGB deal – it was smashing! Although the hotel is situated not far from the main road, you can’t hear the traffic, and our room was at the front of the building. In fact, you can’t even see it, as trees screen you from the road. The staff were helpful and courteous and we were made to feel very welcome. Our room was very clean and nicely decorated, the bathroom was spotless and looked recently decorated; no bath, just a very nice shower, which suited us, and complimentary toiletries. Hairdryer provided, plus a bank of plug sockets – at last, somewhere that realises you will want to charge your phones, laptops etc! Wi-fi was free and had an excellent signal throughout the entire building. Tea/coffee and biscuits provided in the room and replenished on a daily basis. We had dinner there on the first night, which although slightly pricy, was superb; particularly the steak that my partner had. The staff were very pleasant and helpful, both on Reception and in the dining area. Breakfast was excellent; cereals, fruit and condiments (including marmite – yay!), then full English or whatever you want and white/brown/gluten free toast (whatever you desire). All very fresh and I saw the local egg man delivering to the kitchens. A nice touch was that they moved you round on the tables each day, so you got a chance to sit in the window area. A small book shelf upstairs so you could borrow/swap. I can hardly fault it, but there were just two small negative points – the TV signal in the room was dreadful, particularly at peak times, and the light over the mirror in the bathroom wasn’t working, but that’s it. Would I visit again – you bet I would!

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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Alton, United Kingdom
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“New year 2011/12”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012

We have spent a wondefull four nights, new year 2011/12. Hotel was very friendy. The food was out of this world for quality and choice, pleasant and relaxing, the staff were helpfull and friendly, room nineteen spectacular. Hotel very dog friendly Isla enjoied her stay too.
We shall return. Pete & Carolyn Mitchell + Isla (dog) GU34 5EJ

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Bristol
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Nice Hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2011

Had a really enjoyble weekend away at the Fox and Hounds
Plus points; good service, clean rooms, nice location
Slight negatives; bed was too hard for me and my wife, had a lovely meal in the restaurant but would have liked more veg with the main, possibly a case of style over substance
Overall it was an excellent weekend and I would recomend this hotel
NB; this is a dog friendly hotel but absolutly no problem and our room had no indications of a dog ever having been in it

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Ayr, United Kingdom
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30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
“Good value and service.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 November 2011

Stayed for one night

Hotel is deep in the countryside, lovely building with plenty of parking.

Room was ok for the price neither large nor modern but comfortable and shower was good.

Bar and restaurant area is pleasant with decent food and excellent service. The only let down is it is open plan and very brightly lit, which makes it feel cold and lacking in atmosphere.

But overall good value.

  • Stayed November 2011
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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tara culverhouse, Owner at Fox and Hounds Country Hotel, responded to this review
25 November 2011
Thank you for your review and I am glad you enjoyed your stay. I should point out our rooms are country style with antiques and we have no claims to being modern apart from decent showers! I am sorry the restaurant lacked atmosphere but midweek nights in November can be quiet for dining.We are pleased the food and service matched up to your expectations and hope to see you again soon. Tara Culverhouse
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Essex
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“2nd visit”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 November 2011

Truly delightful hotel, nothing is too much trouble. We shall be returning again next year.

  • Stayed June 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Eggesford, Chulmleigh EX18 7JZ, England
Price range (per night):* 100 AUD - 203 AUD

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