Bed & Breakfast

Stay on the fonthill estate

We have five comfortable bedrooms, decorated in a Scandi style with furniture and decor by local makers and craftspeople. 5 minutes from the A303 and the perfect stop-off from London on the way down to Cornwall, we are nestled in the village of Fonthill Bishop on the historic Fonthill Estate. Great walks and food and drink available in our lovely Rivergarden.

The Sunday Times 50 Best UK Hotels for under £100 a night, March 2022

Conde Nast Traveller 19 of the UK's Best B&Bs, March 2022

The Sunday Times 100 Best British Hotels 2021

Featured in The Sunday Times Travel section in June 2021.

Named one of the UK's best B&Bs by Conde Nast Traveller in October 2020.

Dogs are welcome to stay in our rooms, just please make sure you let us know during the booking process as there is a small Pet Charge.

Testimonials

2 nights spent in an idyllic setting next to the river in well appointed rooms. A very warm welcome was typical of the personal service that was so professionally delivered. Fantastic food, locally sourced and beautifully presented was served in the glorious marquee. The dining area inside was cosy and inviting too and the delightful and generous breakfast did not disappoint.

Jenny

Such a great place to visit. We had 3 rooms and all were lovely with gorgeous views - they all felt very private too. All the staff were really friendly. Very dog friendly too with great walks nearby.

Jamie

ROOMS

Please see booking terms and conditions at bottom of page and do get in touch at info@birdandcarter.co.uk with any queries.

Nadder (from £90)

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Avon (From £90)

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Ebble (From £130)

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WYLYE + BOURNE 2 BEDROOM SUITE -(from £220)

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A word on cancellations

When you make a booking, you are entering into an agreement with us and agree to have read and understood our booking terms and cancellation policy.

Full payment of the total booking value is required to confirm your reservation at the time of booking.  

If you need to cancel or make any amendments to your reservation, please notify us in writing or cancel online by no later than 7 days before arrival to avoid being charged the total of your stay. If you cancel more than 7 days before arrival, you will be refunded 50% of your total stay. If you cancel within 7 days of arrival; you will be charged 100% of the booking total and no refunds shall be issued.

If you have made a reservation for 3 or more of the rooms, we require 14 days’ notice for cancellation or amendments. Amendments will always be subject to availability and rates may differ accordingly.

CHECK IN AND CHECK OUT

Check in is from 3pm and the latest check in is 8pm. If you are arriving after 5pm please get in touch to arrange check in. Check out is at 10.30am.

Please note that no member of staff will be on site during the night between 5pm-8am but you will be provided with emergency numbers in case of any issues.

SCHEDULED CLOSURES 2023

Please note that while Bird & Carter Fonthill is open for room guests 24/7, everyday of the year, our restaurant will be closed on Easter Sunday (9th April), Christmas Day (25th December), Boxing Day (26th December) and New Year's Day (1st January).

This means that the restaurant will not be open to guests for breakfasts on those days.

If you have any questions before booking, do get in touch via e-mail or telephone.