Fernside Bed and Breakfast

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.9
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Fernside Bed and Breakfast in Templeton offers a 5-star experience with a beautiful garden and free WiFi. Guests enjoy a lounge, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots. Comfortable Amenities: The property features a concierge service, menus for special diets, housekeeping, and free on-site private parking. Each room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, bathrobes, and garden views. Delicious Breakfast: A vegetarian and gluten-free breakfast is served with local specialties, warm dishes, juice, cheese, and fruits. Guests appreciate the attentive host and the quality of the breakfast. Nearby Attractions: Located 30 mi from Exeter International Airport and close to Tiverton Castle (5.6 mi), Dunster Castle (27 mi), and other attractions. Activities include cycling and nature trips.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Gluten-free

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Lee
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“superb homemade items on the breakfast and hand picked from the garden the location could not be better the owners were very nice people and made me feel very welcome”
Kathleen
United States United States
“Superb setting. Picturesque. Accommodations beautiful and comfortable. Lovely breakfast and Linda and Ian super hosts”
Bernadette
Canada Canada
“This is a beautiful cottage in the countryside. So quiet and the views amazing. The hosts, Linda and Ian, are exceptional. Breakfast delightful.”
Maurice
United States United States
“The property is a bit remote down narrow country lanes, but that is the point isn’t it! Its a good centre for reaching the north coast of Devon and Somerset or North East Devon via the link road, or Exeter and the south. We have visited several...”
John
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A beautiful and well kept B&B and gardens with fantastic hosts who make you feel very welcome and make an amazing breakfast. Thank you Linda and Ian”
Stuart
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful location and absolutely lovely accommodation.”
Jennifer
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Fernside is a great location. Very welcoming and helpful hosts. Wonderful views across the landscape. Very comfortable room, good bed. Quality touches everywhere. The breakfast was excellent and they cater for lots of dietary requirements. Good...”
Nigel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Nothing was too much trouble for Linda and Ian. With the surroundings accommodation it was a tranquil and peaceful stay. The breakfasts were amazing tasty and totally satisfying”
Roy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We made a return visit after 11 years, and Ian and Linda were just as welcoming this visit as they were on our first. Even after 11 years, we were genuinely remembered as having stayed at Fernside before. Both Ian and Linda catered for our every...”
Julia
Finland Finland
“This place was incredible. Every little detail was considered and room was really clean and cosy. Hosts was really hospitality and friendly. Breakfast was amazing. Everything was perfect. Best accommodation where we have ever been.”

Host Info

9.9
Host Review Score
Fernside is a charming 17th century thatched cottage nestled in rolling countryside which is a haven of peace and tranquillity. Bedrooms have king size beds, en-suite facilities with a roll-top bath and separate walk-in shower. The award winning breakfasts are carefully prepared and cooked on the Aga using locally sourced ingredients and our own free range eggs. Special dietary requests are catered for. You are guaranteed a warm welcome and a relaxing stay.
Devon Badger Watch is an interesting twilight activity - pre-book
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Fernside Bed and Breakfast

Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

Fernside Bed and Breakfast takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
MastercardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Fernside Bed and Breakfast of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.