Fox & Hounds Hotel

We live in the village, and thought we would go for a drink, the doors was open, lights were on, walked in, no one there the first time. the barmen decided to turn up and then said we are not open once we said sorry why is your door open? he replied with nothing. once open he served us. then tonight we walked in when it was meant to be open, door again was open, walked in, a group of people was there then at 5:45pm the people behind the bar said we are closed? sorry but these past landlady/guy. were terrible. i hear a rumour they are leaving. thank god! hopefully the new people who take over are alot more welcoming. these were terrible. a massive zero.

I have been visiting this pub on and off for around 40 years and staying there about once a year for the last 15. It has always been the source of great memories over these years and our last stay was no exception. There are 13 in our family aged from 4 to 62 and I wanted a pub where we could all be together that was somewhere on the western edge of the Moor. The Fox & Hounds was a great choice in terms of good food, drink (Jail Ale), accommodation, and location. All this topped by an excellent welcome from Crystal and her team, who really looked after us throughout the weekend. Sure, it wasn't posh, but then again, neither are we. Five stars awarded with no reservation.

We’ve just stayed at this lovely old hotel for one night on our way to Cornwall. On booking we worried we wouldn’t arrive before closing but were assured a key would be left. Extremely friendly staff. Clean room with all you need and the most delicious breakfast. We will definitely be returning.

Warm welcome, nothing too much trouble, reasonably priced food which was delicious!. Staff very friendly. They also have a caravan park out the back so will definitely be back in the summer with our camper to walk the moors and enjoy more lovely food!

We stayed at The Fox and Hounds in September 2023. Booked via a popular booking site, we paid £75 for B&B for 1 night, double room with shared bathroom. Upon arrival we parked up in the car park next to the pub. Plenty of spaces available. Warm welcome by the landlord as we entered and were checked in quickly and efficiently. A warning about low beams was given (it’s a very old property!) and we found our way to the room up some narrow stairs (and the low beam). Room was pretty small but functional, with a double bed, wardrobe and kettle. Tea and coffee but no decaf or biscuits. Turned on the tiny TV and no channels picked up, even with retune. Mentioned this to the landlord but he didn’t seem too concerned. Also the WiFi code provided didn’t work and with very little mobile signal it was difficult to keep in touch with family. The shared bathroom was functional but very dated too. On a positive note, we went down to the bar for food and drink. Drinks were very reasonably priced and food was delicious, served quickly and efficiently. Breakfast the next morning was also well presented, with different size portions available to suit appetites. Check out was quick and easy too, everything paid in advance. We left with mixed feelings. Great food but let down by tired room and a lack of care for the facilities. If you’re looking for a simple accommodation on Dartmoor then this hotel is great, but if wanting more comforts then maybe look to pay a little more at an alternative venue.

This pub has proved itself to be great value not just monetary value. It is so friendly the food was amazing. We had done a cycle ride and used it as a stop over so we could enjoy Lydford and Bretor the next day. No it’s not modern but it is very clean, the warm shower was welcome after our adventure. Breakfast was included in price and excellent.