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The Flying Fish Stables

4.0 star property
Hotel in Ilminster with free breakfast and restaurant

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$265
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept

Explore the area

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Wood Road, Windmill Hill, Ashill, Ilminster, England, TA19 9NX
  • Blackdown Hills
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Barrington Court
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • County Cricket Ground
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom

Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Disabled Facilities)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Heating
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom

Twin Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Disabled Facilities)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Heating
Premium bedding
Fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Accessible, Ensuite

1 bedroom

Standard Twin Room, Accessible, Ensuite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Heating
Premium bedding
Fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite

1 bedroom

Standard Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Heating
Premium bedding
Fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Ilminster

At The Flying Fish Stables, you'll be 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from Barrington Hill Meadows and 5.3 km (3.3 mi) from Donyatt Village Hall. Highlights at this hotel include free breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Ilminster hotel include Blackdown Hills and The Warehouse Theatre.

What's nearby

  • Blackdown Hills - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Museum of Somerset - 14 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Barrington Court - 14 min drive - 12.4 km
  • County Cricket Ground - 15 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Somerset Towpath - 17 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

  • Taunton Station - 21 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chard’s Fish & Chips - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Cerdic (Wetherspoon) - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Flying Fish Stables

Hotel in Ilminster with free breakfast and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at The Flying Fish Stables. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Ilminster hotel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Conference space
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Flying Fish Stables offers 8 accommodations.

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Property grounds

Ash

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor space
Ash

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.0 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 10.0 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Flying Fish Stables?

Yep, The Flying Fish Stables has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Flying Fish Stables?

As of 12 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Flying Fish Stables on 18 Sept 2025 start from AU$264.89, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Flying Fish Stables?

No, The Flying Fish Stables does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Flying Fish Stables?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Flying Fish Stables?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.