Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site.

Is breakfast offered at the hotel?

Breakfast is available for a fee.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 17:00, and check-out is at 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

What is the location of the property in relation to nearby attractions?

The property is located within a 5-minute drive of Exmoor National Park and Church of St. Stephen and All Angels. It is approximately 6.7 miles from Hatherland Brewery and 6.8 miles from Wimbleball Lake Activities Centre.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Anchor Inn

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Anchor Inn stands out for its scenic riverside setting and well kept gardens, friendly staff, and good food, especially hearty breakfasts, though some guests mention noise at times and occasional waits when the pub is busy.

Rooms range from spacious and comfortable to small or a little tired, with occasional maintenance issues and inconsistent mattress comfort. Cleanliness is generally praised, but a few lapses were noted, such as dusty light fittings or out of date in room snacks. Overall, expect a traditional country pub experience with plenty of charm.

Facilities

Cleanliness

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Facilities

Well kept riverside gardens and outdoor seating, including a popular beer garden, are praised, and the inn is dog friendly. The bar also offers a good selection of ales.

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Ursula

17 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It was in a lovely location, must be stunning in the summer. Breakfast was amazing! Allowed two dogs which was great. Only negative is our room was above the bar and Friday night was very noisy until the early hours, and no hairdryer in room.

10

Damon

29 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Delightful inn with lovely views across the river and surrounding countryside. Staff are friendly, welcoming and helpful. The room, although compact, had everything we needed with ample storage for a few days clothing, a comfortable bed and tea & coffee facilities. The ensuite had a good, but not spacious, shower, however, the window was clear glass without a blind and it did feel like you were a little exposed when using the bathroom. Breakfast was excellent with a good range of choices. Optional lunch or dinner dining is also very good but it is advisable to book. The garden offers some lovely tables for dining riverside if the weather permits.

10

Andrew

8 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Overnight for a fishing trip, ideal, decent bed, good food, choice of ales, reasonable price.

10

Andrew

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A breakfast that filled you up after a comfortable nights sleep, decent beer and a good selection, amicable staff, ideal for our needs.

10

Mr Barry

6 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

All staff were very helpful Breakfast very good Family-friendly Clean room

10

Lindsey

12 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was excellent! Stunning location and very warm welcome. We have a small dog and this is a very dog friendly pub.

10

D

22 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Anchor Inn is an amazing place to stay right on the banks of the River Exe. The pub gardens are immacualte, large and the plants are amazing. The staff are friendly and the food is excellent. The room was spacious and comfortable. Highly recommended.

10

Nicholas

13 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely pub, 'earthy' creaky floors. To us, the character was great. And excellent value for money. Lovely location by the river to;

10

Michael

11 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A very popular pub with excellent accommodation The whole outdoors dining / seating area is beautifully kept with lots of plants / flowers making the area more attractive The breakfast menu is immense, The American breakfast beat me and that’s saying something, well cooked, plenty on the late and well presented 👏

8

colin

1 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, fantastic hosts great food absolutely fantastic beer garden. Only down side was the matress in room 2 not comfy at all could feel every spring.

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Cleanliness

Many guests find rooms clean and tidy, but some report lapses such as dusty or insect filled light shades and out of date in room snacks.

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10

Paul

7 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent place to stay. Clean and tidy with good food. Staff very friendly and helpful.

4

Ian

26 Feb 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very disappointed I must say. Having spent £70 a night expect a lot better. Bathroom light flickered all the time, two lights in the entrance to the room didn't work at all and when I mentioned that they was aware. The biscuits supplied was over a month out of date and when I complained they went to find more and came back with the excuse the supplier must've send an out of date box, this is a health and safety issue! Got the whole feeling the room at been unoccupied for a while. Finally the shower took near 10 minutes to get hot

8

Jacqui

7 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely location, we would have liked longer there to relax and enjoy the surroundings but we were staying there as a focal point and it was the long weekend so very busy and noisy on our first night. Family and staff were accommodating and friendly and the room was clean and provided all the necessities. Would have enjoyed the garden if the weather had been warmer. Worth a visit.

10

Angela

20 Jul 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Room small for a twin but nice. Some points of cleanliness in room needs attention but did not spoil stay.mattress protectors definitely needed. Better quality pillows also 7/10needed. Darren and Steph were good hosts. 10/10 Staff very good and helpful. Food is excellent very excellent 10/10.

10

Lucy

18 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely place - clean and beautifully located.

10

Mr Barry

6 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

All staff were very helpful Breakfast very good Family-friendly Clean room

10

David

18 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was fine the thermostatic radiator valve wasn't working, an unusual winge was that it was so warm we had to open the window (it's a surprisingly busy road into and from Dulverton which of course we heard all night,). There were some dead things in the glass lampshade,and the mattress was the most uncomfortable that we have ever encountered. Let me be clear that the hotel staff etcetera are first class and the only other slight complaint was that dinner was cooked really well but absolutely tasteless (pork belly in cider sauce). Fantastic breakfast, would happily stay again in a different room and bed.

8

Laura

25 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room is a little too small, the view was beautiful. Food was really good and good portions. We felt breakfast at 9am could have started a bit earlier. Very clean,the little pots with tea and coffee in the room was nice. Staff friendly and helpful.

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Rooms

Feedback varies: some rooms are spacious and comfortable, while others are compact or feel a bit tired, with occasional maintenance issues and inconsistent mattress comfort. Noise affects certain rooms, especially near the bar or road.

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Ursula

17 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It was in a lovely location, must be stunning in the summer. Breakfast was amazing! Allowed two dogs which was great. Only negative is our room was above the bar and Friday night was very noisy until the early hours, and no hairdryer in room.

10

Damon

29 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Delightful inn with lovely views across the river and surrounding countryside. Staff are friendly, welcoming and helpful. The room, although compact, had everything we needed with ample storage for a few days clothing, a comfortable bed and tea & coffee facilities. The ensuite had a good, but not spacious, shower, however, the window was clear glass without a blind and it did feel like you were a little exposed when using the bathroom. Breakfast was excellent with a good range of choices. Optional lunch or dinner dining is also very good but it is advisable to book. The garden offers some lovely tables for dining riverside if the weather permits.

10

Angela

20 Jul 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Room small for a twin but nice. Some points of cleanliness in room needs attention but did not spoil stay.mattress protectors definitely needed. Better quality pillows also 7/10needed. Darren and Steph were good hosts. 10/10 Staff very good and helpful. Food is excellent very excellent 10/10.

10

Pete

6 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful place! Great food, lovely room and helpful staff 👍

10

Russell

26 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly staff. Comfortable room. Great breakfast

10

David

18 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was fine the thermostatic radiator valve wasn't working, an unusual winge was that it was so warm we had to open the window (it's a surprisingly busy road into and from Dulverton which of course we heard all night,). There were some dead things in the glass lampshade,and the mattress was the most uncomfortable that we have ever encountered. Let me be clear that the hotel staff etcetera are first class and the only other slight complaint was that dinner was cooked really well but absolutely tasteless (pork belly in cider sauce). Fantastic breakfast, would happily stay again in a different room and bed.

10

D

22 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Anchor Inn is an amazing place to stay right on the banks of the River Exe. The pub gardens are immacualte, large and the plants are amazing. The staff are friendly and the food is excellent. The room was spacious and comfortable. Highly recommended.

8

Colin

14 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely place but our room could definitely do with a refurb shower not working properly and generally all a little tired.long wait for food on the first night but second night no problem at all very quick service and food could not fault it definitely would stay again..

8

colin

1 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, fantastic hosts great food absolutely fantastic beer garden. Only down side was the matress in room 2 not comfy at all could feel every spring.

8

Laura

25 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room is a little too small, the view was beautiful. Food was really good and good portions. We felt breakfast at 9am could have started a bit earlier. Very clean,the little pots with tea and coffee in the room was nice. Staff friendly and helpful.

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Service

Service is widely described as friendly, welcoming and helpful. On very busy days, staffing and speed can struggle, leading to occasional waits.

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kristien

1 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place to stay and friendly staff

10

Michael

11 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is my 2nd stay at the Anchor Inn. They are very welcoming and reflect the high standards I’ve become used to when staying in the Anchor Inn The choices for breakfast are excellent and the whole food offering and service as a whole made the start to my day the more positive and enjoyable I’ll definitely be back soon

10

Russell

26 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly staff. Comfortable room. Great breakfast

10

Mr Barry

6 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

All staff were very helpful Breakfast very good Family-friendly Clean room

10

Peter

11 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

From the moment we arrived to the moment we left the staff were friendly and efficient. It was a very happy experience staying at the Anchor Inn. Exmoor is a wonderful area of the country and everyone we came into contact with were friendly and very welcoming.

10

D

22 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Anchor Inn is an amazing place to stay right on the banks of the River Exe. The pub gardens are immacualte, large and the plants are amazing. The staff are friendly and the food is excellent. The room was spacious and comfortable. Highly recommended.

10

mandy

10 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Welcoming staff, friendly and helpful.

8

Paul

17 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I particularly liked the position of the Anchor Inn, picturesque setting overlooking the river, the food was excellent. It was very, very busy, a very hot weekend, and there should have been more staff on duty. They coped as they worked so very hard. We will return.

8

Colin

14 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely place but our room could definitely do with a refurb shower not working properly and generally all a little tired.long wait for food on the first night but second night no problem at all very quick service and food could not fault it definitely would stay again..

10

Michael

7 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I couldn’t fault the Anchor Inn and its staff, service and flexibility. I will certainly be staying here again

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Location

Riverside setting with scenic views and attractive gardens is a consistent highlight. Some guests note noise in certain rooms from the road or bar, especially on busy nights.

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David

12 Dec 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Lovely traditional Inn, beautiful surroundings.

8

Ursula

17 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It was in a lovely location, must be stunning in the summer. Breakfast was amazing! Allowed two dogs which was great. Only negative is our room was above the bar and Friday night was very noisy until the early hours, and no hairdryer in room.

10

Damon

29 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Delightful inn with lovely views across the river and surrounding countryside. Staff are friendly, welcoming and helpful. The room, although compact, had everything we needed with ample storage for a few days clothing, a comfortable bed and tea & coffee facilities. The ensuite had a good, but not spacious, shower, however, the window was clear glass without a blind and it did feel like you were a little exposed when using the bathroom. Breakfast was excellent with a good range of choices. Optional lunch or dinner dining is also very good but it is advisable to book. The garden offers some lovely tables for dining riverside if the weather permits.

10

Wayne

3 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

What a find, stunning location, friendly staff, beautiful food.

10

Martin

31 Dec 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely venue right on the river Exe,great food and service.

10

David

18 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was fine the thermostatic radiator valve wasn't working, an unusual winge was that it was so warm we had to open the window (it's a surprisingly busy road into and from Dulverton which of course we heard all night,). There were some dead things in the glass lampshade,and the mattress was the most uncomfortable that we have ever encountered. Let me be clear that the hotel staff etcetera are first class and the only other slight complaint was that dinner was cooked really well but absolutely tasteless (pork belly in cider sauce). Fantastic breakfast, would happily stay again in a different room and bed.

8

Alison

18 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful setting, great food, friendly staff.

10

D

22 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Anchor Inn is an amazing place to stay right on the banks of the River Exe. The pub gardens are immacualte, large and the plants are amazing. The staff are friendly and the food is excellent. The room was spacious and comfortable. Highly recommended.

10

Nicholas

13 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely pub, 'earthy' creaky floors. To us, the character was great. And excellent value for money. Lovely location by the river to;

8

Paul

17 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I particularly liked the position of the Anchor Inn, picturesque setting overlooking the river, the food was excellent. It was very, very busy, a very hot weekend, and there should have been more staff on duty. They coped as they worked so very hard. We will return.

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Dining

Food receives strong praise, with standout and varied breakfasts plus good portions; ales are also noted. A few mention slow service at peak times, one bland dinner, or a wish for earlier breakfast hours.

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Ursula

17 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It was in a lovely location, must be stunning in the summer. Breakfast was amazing! Allowed two dogs which was great. Only negative is our room was above the bar and Friday night was very noisy until the early hours, and no hairdryer in room.

10

Michael

11 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is my 2nd stay at the Anchor Inn. They are very welcoming and reflect the high standards I’ve become used to when staying in the Anchor Inn The choices for breakfast are excellent and the whole food offering and service as a whole made the start to my day the more positive and enjoyable I’ll definitely be back soon

10

Frank

8 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, good service, lovely evening meal and breakfast. Staff very helpful and accommodating.

10

John

1 Oct 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The best ever hotel breakfast.

10

Michael

28 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Warm welcome, room facilities great. Fantastic Breakfast

10

David

18 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was fine the thermostatic radiator valve wasn't working, an unusual winge was that it was so warm we had to open the window (it's a surprisingly busy road into and from Dulverton which of course we heard all night,). There were some dead things in the glass lampshade,and the mattress was the most uncomfortable that we have ever encountered. Let me be clear that the hotel staff etcetera are first class and the only other slight complaint was that dinner was cooked really well but absolutely tasteless (pork belly in cider sauce). Fantastic breakfast, would happily stay again in a different room and bed.

10

D

22 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Anchor Inn is an amazing place to stay right on the banks of the River Exe. The pub gardens are immacualte, large and the plants are amazing. The staff are friendly and the food is excellent. The room was spacious and comfortable. Highly recommended.

10

Michael

11 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A very popular pub with excellent accommodation The whole outdoors dining / seating area is beautifully kept with lots of plants / flowers making the area more attractive The breakfast menu is immense, The American breakfast beat me and that’s saying something, well cooked, plenty on the late and well presented 👏

8

Paul

17 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I particularly liked the position of the Anchor Inn, picturesque setting overlooking the river, the food was excellent. It was very, very busy, a very hot weekend, and there should have been more staff on duty. They coped as they worked so very hard. We will return.

8

Laura

25 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room is a little too small, the view was beautiful. Food was really good and good portions. We felt breakfast at 9am could have started a bit earlier. Very clean,the little pots with tea and coffee in the room was nice. Staff friendly and helpful.

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Anchor Inn

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