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Rustic Devon retreat at an impressive country house
The Fox & Hounds Country Hotel, Chulmleigh, South West England
Time-limited
9.0
Excellent
357 reviews
Property details
- Countryside bliss: Tucked away in the heart of Devon and situated in six acres of gentle grounds on the beautiful river Taw, The Fox & Hounds Country Hotel offers a true home from home in the British countryside. With its welcoming and inviting atmosphere, this cosy abode has guests returning again and again. What's more, its fabulous position between Dartmoor and Exmoor makes it the perfect base to discover Devon in all its picturesque glory.
- Comfortable night's sleep: The guest rooms exude countryside charm, with antique furnishings and thoughtful amenities that add that ideal homely touch. It's this exceptional experience that has earned the hotel TripAdvisor's Travellers Choice and Kayak Travel awards for both 2023 and 2025. To top it all off, your furry friends are welcome to join you.
- Classic British fare: When hunger strikes, head to much-loved Heywood restaurant, where a menu brimming with locally-sourced, sustainable produce awaits. Later, you can unwind with a drink on the terrace, overlooking stunning gardens, or opt to cosy up by the roaring fire with a steaming cup of coffee in the colder months. Be sure to visit on a Sunday, where the restaurant's delicious Sunday carvery is sure to delight.
Set 25 minutes south of Barnstaple and just 40 minutes' drive from Exeter on the A377, the hotel is four hours from London by car. The nearby train station at Eggesford is under a five-minute walk away, with roughly three-hour trains to London and two-hour trains to Bristol.
Entry requirements
The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.
- Countryside bliss: Tucked away in the heart of Devon and situated in six acres of gentle grounds on the beautiful river Taw, The Fox & Hounds Country Hotel offers a true home from home in the British countryside. With its welcoming and inviting atmosphere, this cosy abode has guests returning again and again. What's more, its fabulous position between Dartmoor and Exmoor makes it the perfect base to discover Devon in all its picturesque glory.
- Comfortable night's sleep: The guest rooms exude countryside charm, with antique furnishings and thoughtful amenities that add that ideal homely touch. It's this exceptional experience that has earned the hotel TripAdvisor's Travellers Choice and Kayak Travel awards for both 2023 and 2025. To top it all off, your furry friends are welcome to join you.
- Classic British fare: When hunger strikes, head to much-loved Heywood restaurant, where a menu brimming with locally-sourced, sustainable produce awaits. Later, you can unwind with a drink on the terrace, overlooking stunning gardens, or opt to cosy up by the roaring fire with a steaming cup of coffee in the colder months. Be sure to visit on a Sunday, where the restaurant's delicious Sunday carvery is sure to delight.
Set 25 minutes south of Barnstaple and just 40 minutes' drive from Exeter on the A377, the hotel is four hours from London by car. The nearby train station at Eggesford is under a five-minute walk away, with roughly three-hour trains to London and two-hour trains to Bristol.
Entry requirements
The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.
Facilities
Parking
Wi-Fi
Bar
Restaurant
Pet friendly
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Some facilities may require reservations and are subject to availability. Additional charges may apply.
Please enquire through our contact us page if you have any questions on the accessibility of this property for persons with reduced mobility.
Location and what's nearby
Eggesford, Chumleigh, Devon EX18 7JZ
Devon’s coastline is great for walking and surfing, particularly Croyde or Woolacombe beaches. If you’re an outdoors type, put a day aside to explore both Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks. Scour the moorlands for Tors, enjoy a pint in a country pub and check out the white lady in the Valley of the Rocks.