Fox and Hounds Country Hotel Eggesford, Devon, EX18 7JZ

  • 22 bedrooms

Dog & Family Friendly Retreat near Chulmleigh

The Fox & Hounds Country Hotel is nestled in six acres of grounds beside the River Taw. With origins as a 19th century coaching inn for the Eggesford Estate, the pub has 22 comfortable bedrooms, a luxury treehouse, restaurant, bar, café, and fly fishing access. It is ideally located midway between Dartmoor and Exmoor, making it a peaceful base for exploring mid-Devon’s beautiful countryside.

Facilties & Amenities

  • Beer Garden
  • Breakfast
  • Craft Beer
  • Dog Friendly Rooms
  • Family Friendly
  • Parking
  • WiFi

Bedrooms

Each of the 22 en-suite bedrooms are uniquely decorated. Rooms range from classic single, double and twins, to superior rooms and suites. Each room comes with comfortable beds, complimentary toiletries, a TV, and WiFi access. Many have views across the gardens, river, or grounds. Dog friendly rooms are bookable on request directly with the pub.

In addition, their luxury Treehouse boasts a king size bed, separate bunk room, copper bath and shower, fitted kitchen and lounge with large terrace overlooking a small lake. It sleeps two adults and two children with room for one travel cot and one medium size dog.

Food & Drink

The Heywood Restaurant offers a casual dining experience. Expect traditional pub classics such as fish & chips, seasonal dishes, afternoon tea, (notice required) and a carvery roast on Sundays. In the summertime, enjoy al fresco dining on the terrace. The bar serves local ales, ciders, and wines to complement your food choices. In the morning, wake up to a cooked breakfast.

Nearby

Eggesford Train Station (short walking distance)

Fly Fishing – Sitting directly on the River Taw, the pub’s own home beat stretches about a mile.

Exmoor National Park (within reach)

Dartmoor National Park (accessible day trips)