Reviews of Fox and Goat
Oxford Road Fox and Goat, Waterstock, OX9 2LH, United Kingdom
#1 of 2 hotels in Waterstock
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 446 hotel reviews
9.0Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.3
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Comfort
9.3
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Location
9.1
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Facilities
9.1
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Staff
9.8
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Value for money
9.0
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Free Wifi
9.0
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Reviewed: April 27, 2025
Louise
United Kingdom10 Reviews8.0“A good place to stay as the food at dinner was good.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Friendly staff, good food at dinner
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: April 25, 2025
Jen
South Africa11 Reviews8.0“Comfortable stay with lovely staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Limited vegetarian options for dinner.
Very comfortable bed, clean room and friendly staff. Good location off the motorway for travelling but still quite for a good night’s sleep.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: April 10, 2025
Malcolm
United Kingdom17 Reviews10“Great place to stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
The staff were very friendly and helpful and made the stay memorable. The room was good and the bed comfortable. Breakfast was good and although we didn't eat there for dinner, the menu was interesting with a lot of variety. Only a short drive or taxi from the Manoir aux Quatre Saisons.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: April 10, 2025
David
United Kingdom16 Reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Lovely B & B and Gastro Pub”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Food and drinks in restaurant quite expensive, bed mattress too soft an springy.
Great breakfast, excellent food quality in restaurant, nice staff and relaxed atmosphere.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: April 7, 2025
Suzie
United Kingdom1 review9.0Wonderful- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Traveled for business. Accommodation lovely and staff very welcoming. I have requested my company book me in there again :-)
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: March 31, 2025
Grace
United Kingdom1 review8.0“Lovely, no-frills stay, great for attending events in the local area.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I found the duvet a bit thin and was cold in the night - maybe bring a blanket if you run cold like I do.
Breakfast was good, location was great for the wedding we attended. Fresh milk in the fridge for tea and coffee was a nice touch. Staff were friendly and had the room ready early so we could check in before the ceremony!
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 20, 2025
Johnny
United Kingdom10 Reviews10“old school , value , friendly great food”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
maybe the white wine could have been colder .. but that could how i like it
perfect breakfast, no password WiFi, very nice evening meal ..
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 2, 2025
Rose
United Kingdom6 Reviews1 helpful vote10“Our 2nd stay at the Fox & Goat & would thoroughly recommend. Great value for money.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Although there was a very good selection of cooked food, personally I would have just liked a simple continental breakfast, but didn't seem to be that option. I had the 3 egg omelette, with bacon & cheese, and it was excellent.
Spacious, comfortable room. Fresh milk in the fridge. Great shower. Excellent breakfast and always a friendly welcome.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: February 26, 2025
Richard
United Kingdom38 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Will stay again!”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very enjoyable stay, lovely and comfortable room.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: February 24, 2025
Angela
United Kingdom6 Reviews10“Great place to stay, especially if visiting Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There was nothing not to like. The very personable landlords and their amazing team are doing a great job. We only wish it had been easier to tip the staff!!
We had two great nights at the Fox and Goat. It is a lovely old inn with fabulous staff and great food. Our room was comfortable, clean and well equipped. We even had fresh milk in the fridge! It was a short taxi ride from Le Manoir aux Quat' Saisons, where we were booked for lunch.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: February 22, 2025
Denis
United Kingdom28 Reviews10“Excellent food, super staff and a comfortable hotel”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Double Room - Disability Access
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Comfortable, nicely decorated
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: February 16, 2025
Simon
United Kingdom1 review9.0“Supremely comfortable and fantastic breakfast”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room a little dark - but entirely pleasant.
Really comfortable bed and great bathroom. Staff couldn’t have been nicer.
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: January 27, 2025
Charles
United Kingdom92 Reviews4 helpful votes10“A gem of a find for anyone visiting the area”- • Business trip
- • Group
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There was little to criticise
The owner, his wife (the boss) and the staff were marvellous. It provides a real home from home vibe while maintaining a high professional standard. The food was very good and the entire stay was good value for money.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 12, 2025
Sarah
United Kingdom18 Reviews4 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lovely, spacious rooms, friendly staff and nice food.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: December 30, 2024
Justin
United Kingdom6 Reviews9.0“Simple accommodation, very helpful staff and lovely pub.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room - Disability Access
- • Stayed 1 night
Simple accommodation, very helpful staff and lovely pub.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: December 28, 2024
Alan
United Kingdom1 review10“I needed a room for the night I was lucky to find the Fox and Goat. I”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I was actually on my way to Shropshire but was caught out by the fog and twixmas traffic jams. Pulled off the M40 and by chance parked in the Fox and Goat car park. Looked on booking.com for overnight accommodation, saw there were rooms available at the Fox and Goat. It made my day (and night!). Thanks to the landlord Stuart Joy ( no relation) I felt welcome. A very happy stopover.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: December 20, 2024
Deb
United Kingdom14 Reviews6 helpful votes10“Quaint and friendly pub”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything was perfect
Lovely friendly pub with excellent food.The staff and owners were all so friendly and attentive.Room was comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: December 8, 2024
Kathleen
United Kingdom3 Reviews1 helpful vote10“Fab eats and overnight stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Gorgeous village pub, deliciously amazing food with the most lovely friendly staff.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: December 2, 2024
Paul
United Kingdom69 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The size of the bed, we are used to a larger king size.
Great location, good parking, clean room and excellent food ........ and Timothy Taylor's on draft!
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: December 1, 2024
Julie
United Kingdom16 Reviews10“Great location for le Manoir, lovely staff and excellent breakfast”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff were all so helpful. The owner even gave us a lift when our cab didn’t turn up! Outstanding service and great value for money
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: November 26, 2024
Lord
United Kingdom1 review8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Double bed was uncomfortable for me, mattress was thin, not great for back backs
Excellent place to stay for visiting Oxford and the area. Food was good and plentiful, however, seemed odd that we had to pay extra for fruit & cereal at breakfast
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: November 25, 2024
Kate
United Kingdom6 Reviews8.0“Very pleasant, further attention needed in some areas, easily solved”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The light in bedroom was not bright enough. There were plenty of lighting options but even with all on, was still rather dark. There was a disagreement outside the pub which work us up on Friday night. Didn't like the flat foam pillows. You will need AC in summer months Attention to details around dust. In our bathroom the door inside has a layers of black dust bottom wooden door. There is dust on the flat skirting running along the window. The window catch is broken.
Staff lovely & Cheerful. Breakfast good, I booked table for dinner which was wonderful. Arrived hot, fresh fish, lovely atmosphere. Both room & pub were warm, We and our friends would recommend and return again. Lovely shower. Room in general was clean. Good black out curtains
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: November 24, 2024
Amanda
United Kingdom8 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0Wonderful- • With a pet
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Breakfast was very nice,evening meal was also very delicious
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: November 21, 2024
Danny
United Kingdom69 Reviews4 helpful votes10“A brilliant find with lovely rooms and food just for ff the M40”- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
The warmth and friendliness of all the staff as soon as we walked in. The room we stayed in was very comfortable and warm with a lovely king size bed. We drank in the bar and got hen went into the restaurant. The food was delicious in the evening and breakfast.
Stayed in November 2024
