The Fox and Hounds

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The Fox and Hounds
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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.8

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Fox and Hounds in Banc-y-felin offers family rooms with private bathrooms, walk-in showers, and modern amenities. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and soundproofing for a relaxing stay. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy a full English or Irish breakfast with juice, alongside lunch and dinner at the family-friendly restaurant. The restaurant serves local cuisine with halal, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Leisure Facilities: The property features a bar, coffee shop, and outdoor seating area. Evening entertainment includes live music, while streaming services and a work desk cater to all guest needs. Convenient Location: Located 67 mi from Cardiff Airport, The Fox and Hounds is near attractions such as Carmarthen Castle (6.8 mi) and Llansteffan Castle (7.5 mi). Free on-site private parking is available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
2 twin beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Apart from small mess up around the booking (they didn't have me on their system), all great. Room was comfortable. Staff excellent and food was great!!! For my job, the location was also perfect (which is why i booked it).”
  • Dinesh
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Staff are very friendly, and the happening pub downstairs is the best place to chill out and have some quality time. Breakfast is outstanding with personalised customization. The location is quite peaceful.”
  • Robinson
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The cleanliness of the bedrooms was exceptional and the breakfast divine. We were offered extra barista coffees, which was fantastic when we had a long tourist day before us with two very excitable toddlers.”
  • Israel
    Israel Israel
    “Nice place Good value Lot of parking place If the check in was in 15:00 and not 17:00 it was better”
  • Sam
    Belgium Belgium
    “The staff was exceptionally friendly, the rooms were clean and spacious, breakfast was cooked to order (and the chef even offered to buy our preferred brand of cereals or anything else we'd particularly like during our stay), we could eat in every...”
  • Philip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Just lovely staff were so polite and really helpful nothing too much trouble.”
  • Pandey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything was good, from check - into room hygiene, spacious family room for four (2 teenagers), and Excellent breakfast giving a feeling of home-cooked breakfast.”
  • Wells
    United States United States
    “Food was excellent and the location for us was perfect.”
  • Shona
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The Fox and Hounds was fantastic. The room was nicely done out, clean and modern. The food was fantastic, possibly the best sweet potato fries I've ever had. The staff were friendly and helpful and the atmosphere in the restaurant was great.”
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Room was very clean and modern. Shower room was very clean and spacious. It was very quiet.”

Hosted by Gareth

9.8
Host Review Score
Gareth
A family run Bed & Breakfast located in a small village known for its rugby connections, just off the A40. The Fox and Hounds Inn Bancyfelin is just 6 miles away from the Roman town of Carmarthen, while Folly Farm and other Pembrokeshire attractions are a minimum of 12 miles away. There is free Wi-Fi and parking available. There are six rooms to choose from at The Fox and Hounds Inn B&B. Each room has a smart TV, hairdryer & tea and coffee facilities. All rooms are en suite. Breakfast is served each morning between 7:30am and 9am. If, in the case of leaving the premises before breakfast, on your arrival we can organise a filled sandwich for you to take with you the following morning. The lounge bar and restaurant serve a variety of classic pub dishes as well as our unique mixed grill and range of burgers.
Immerse yourself in the tranquil charm of Bancyfelin and make the Fox & Hounds your home away from home. We are excited to announce that we're expanding our offerings to include on-site accommodation. Currently under renovation, our rooms are being carefully designed and furnished to provide a comfortable and relaxing stay to all our guests. Embark on a unique stay experience with us, right in the heart of Carmarthenshire. Enjoy the comforting warmth of our hospitality, delight in our local cuisine, and now, rest and rejuvenate in our cosy, well-appointed rooms. Whether you are passing through, visiting the area, or part of our cherished local community, our doors will soon be open for you to stay with us. Our rooms are expected to open for bookings in August. We're taking great care to ensure every detail is attended to, and each room offers a comfortable retreat after a day of exploring or simply enjoying the unique atmosphere of our pub and restaurant. As we eagerly anticipate unveiling our refurbished accommodations, we assure you that pictures and room details will be available at the time of opening. This will help you choose the perfect room that suits your needs and aesthetic preferences. By choosing to stay with us at Fox & Hounds, you will not only be securing a delightful accommodation but will also find yourself at the doorstep of a variety of local attractions. From the hustle and bustle of the Carmarthen market town, the natural beauty of Pembrokeshire, to the exciting events at the Carmarthenshire Showground, there's something for everyone to explore and enjoy.
Languages spoken: Welsh,English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Fox and Hounds
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

The Fox and Hounds takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 5:00 PM to 9:00 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 of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

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

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Whether you are passing through, visiting the area, or part of our cherished local community, our doors are now open for you to stay with us. Located conveniently just off the A40 between Carmarthen & St Clears, you will find us in the village of Bancyfelin, known for its rugby connections.

We have a large car park, with electric car charging facilities due in early 2024.

Renovated in summer 2023, each room has 40inch flat-screen TV, hair dryer, tea & coffee making facilities & free wi-fi. All rooms are en-suite.

Full Welsh breakfast is included in the room rate and is served daily between the hours of 7.30am & 9am. The bar & restaurant areas serve a variety of dishes including pub favorites, Sunday roasts & a good selection of vegetarian and vegan dishes.

Check in is available from 5pm until 10pm daily. Check out is at 10am daily.

Please inform The Fox and Hounds 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.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.