The Golden Fleece Hotel - South Chard
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Historic countryside hotel with self-contained rooms, WWII connections, and dog-friendly paddock in South Chard
Self-Contained Rooms
The Golden Fleece South Chard offers five self-contained en-suite rooms detached from the main building. Each room includes a private bathroom, outdoor patio area, and a small fridge for breakfast items. One room is equipped with disability access features such as a raised toilet and grab rails.
Breakfast & Dining
A generous continental breakfast hamper is placed in the room fridge, often sufficient for lunch. The Golden Fleece Hotel has a partnership with the local golf club for cooked breakfast or lunch, offering a 10% discount on food and drinks. Homemade granola with cherries and yogurt is a frequent breakfast option.
Pet-Friendly Facilities
The Golden Fleece is dog-friendly and provides a large paddock a stone's throw from the rooms where dogs can run off-leash. Dedicated outdoor seating areas are available for guests with pets. A deflated leather football was left for a rescue dog to play with in the paddock, showing attention to pet guests.
Historical Character
The property includes a WWII pillbox, giving guests a unique historical element to explore. The building itself is historic, and the rooms have independent access via key safes for a contactless check-in. The Golden Fleece Hotel South Chard prides itself on its historical character and responsive host communication.
Location & Surroundings
The Golden Fleece is set in rural South Chard, close to several Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Nearby attractions include Forde Abbey and Gardens (3 km) and the Jurassic Coast with its coastal villages. Scenic countryside walks and trails, as well as local museums, are easily accessible from the hotel.
- Rooms: Five self-contained en-suite rooms, one with disability access
- Dining: Breakfast hamper in room, local golf club discount
- Pet-Friendly: Large paddock for off-leash dogs, outdoor seating
- History: On-site WWII pillbox, key safe check-in
- Location: Rural setting near AONB, Forde Abbey 3 km
- Ideal for: Dog owners, history enthusiasts, countryside explorers
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
13 m²
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Bed options:2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
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Shower
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Heating
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Room size:
13 m²
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Bed options:2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
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Shower
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Heating
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Room size:
14 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Shower
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Express check-in/ -out
Sports & Fitness
- Water sports
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Essential information about The Golden Fleece Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 89 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 500 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 46.4 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Exeter International, EXT |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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