The Anchor Inn provides ensuite accommodation 7.5 km from Taunton and 1km from Oake. The property is less than 10 minutes from the motorway and features a bar, as well as an award-winning restaurant serving British cuisine. The Anchor is situated on the edge of Exmoor national park and the Quantocks, famous for their wild Exmoor ponies are within a 10 minute drive. The property offers fabulous local walks on your doorstep, a beautiful country situation and a children's playground. The Anchor is a fabulous base for exploring Somerset then returning for a fabulous meal and welcome. Guest rooms in the inn are equipped with a 39" TV, a kettle and mini fridge. Rooms include a private bathroom with free toiletries, while all rooms have outdoor, covered seating. Free WIFI is offered in the public areas of the Inn, but service is poor within the rooms themselves. We would not recommend attempting to work via the WIFI from our rooms for example. An in-room continental breakfast is available every morning at the property on request. A Full English breakfast is available within 1 mile at the local golf course from 8am. The Inn offers a reduced room rate on Monday and Tuesday evenings due to the reception, bar and restaurant being closed. The Inn is fully open from Wednesday - Sunday. Exeter is 40 km from the accommodation, while Weston-super-Mare is 40 km away. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 35 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
3 single beds
and
1 double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.1
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
2.5
Low score for Taunton
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  • Bill
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Meals were very good. Quiet location. Very friendly & helpful staff.
  • Mallow
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a brand new Annex with a lovely stoney garden. It had tables and chairs outside which was lovely, got the beautiful morning sun. The beds were Sooo comfortable I dont think I have slept so well in a very long time. We had a roast Lunch and...
  • Sumana
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The Anchor Inn food was excellent. Friendly staff and a nice room. The pub opened at noon, so there was no hot breakfast on both days. We requested continental breakfast, they made fresh croissants and delivered them the previous night. If you...

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Anchor Inn

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Horse riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Children's playground
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Packed lunches
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

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House rules

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Check-in

From 18:00 to 21:30

Check-out

From 11:00 to 11:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Bankcard Anchor Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Our standard check-in is from 17:30 Wednesday to Saturday and from 15:00 on Sunday, Monday & Tuesday. However, guests are very welcome to have an early check-in on request. This can be arranged for a lunchtime arrival during opening hours, or an afternoon arrival, with your key being placed in our key safe. You will require a code to access the key safe. PLEASE NOTE that due to current staffing levels, the Inn reception, bar and restaurant is currently closed on a Monday & Tuesday all day. Guests will self check-in via the key safe on these days. A reduced room rate is offered on a Monday & Tuesday.

Please inform Anchor Inn in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

FAQs about Anchor Inn

  • The prices at Anchor Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Anchor Inn is 3.7 miles from the centre of Taunton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Anchor Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding

  • Anchor Inn has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Room options at Anchor Inn include:

    • Family
    • Twin
    • Twin/Double

  • Yes, Anchor Inn is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Anchor Inn is from 18:00, and check-out is until 11:30.