[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Flying Fish Stables Nature surrounds this elegant retreat where families enjoy special kids' meals, guests connect over barbecues, and everyone unwinds in sophisticated comfort ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074153/f2ab4db4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074153/da97087e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074153/4ce6ed91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074153/1509d223.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074153/9fbc5f20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Flying Fish Stables offers upscale accommodation amid natural beauty. Relax in the garden, socialize on the terrace, or unwind at the bar. The restaurant has kids' meals, and the conference space provides free WiFi. Visitors appreciate the thoughtful amenities. 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 14 - Oct. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=5074153&PinnedHotelID=5074153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=5074153&PinnedHotelID=5074153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 15 - Oct. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=5074153&PinnedHotelID=5074153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=5074153&PinnedHotelID=5074153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=5074153&PinnedHotelID=5074153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=5074153&PinnedHotelID=5074153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=5074153&PinnedHotelID=5074153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=5074153&PinnedHotelID=5074153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074153/1b9f33df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite 10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Deck/patio Separate sitting area Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding Heating Premium bedding Fan Separate bedroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ![1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074153/b7f4dc49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, Accessible, Ensuite ### Highlights Deck/patio Separate sitting area Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding Heating Premium bedding Fan Separate bedroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Twin Beds ![1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074153/1b9f33df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Disabled Facilities) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Deck/patio Separate sitting area Heating TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Heating Premium bedding Fan - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ![1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5080000/5074200/5074153/b7f4dc49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Accessible, Ensuite (Disabled Facilities) ### Highlights Deck/patio Separate sitting area Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding Heating Premium bedding Fan Separate bedroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FIlminster-Hotels-The-Flying-Fish-Stables.h5074153.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FIlminster-Hotels-The-Flying-Fish-Stables.h5074153.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Ilminster is home to The Flying Fish Stables. Barrington Court and Woodlands Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bray's Cider & Farm Shop and Cricket St Thomas Golf Course. AJ'z Activity Centre and East Lambrook Manor Gardens are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like horse riding, cycling, and mountain biking. [Visit our Ilminster travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ilminster.dx5597) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.94398%2C-2.98398&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1LKl9XnDaF5IK8aDPdsYYQYVA8w=) Wood Road, Windmill Hill, Ashill, Ilminster, England, TA19 9NX ### What's nearby - Bray's Cider & Farm Shop - 6 min drive - 7.5 km - Woodlands Castle - 11 min drive - 13.3 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 - ‪The Royal Oak - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Cerdic (Wetherspoon) - ‬11 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Bell Inn - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### The Flying Fish Stables Upscale hotel You can look forward to free breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at The Flying Fish Stables. Be sure to enjoy kids' meals at the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a bar and conference space. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - 1 meeting room, a computer station, and barbecue grills - Multilingual staff, smoke-free premises, and wedding services ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102290000/102280700/102280679/ad320006.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ash Honiton - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=102280679&PinnedHotelID=102280679&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2300000/2294200/2294174/d5138a0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New Inn Ilminster - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.2 Wonderful 265 reviews CA $154 CA $185 total includes taxes & fees Oct 15 - Oct 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=2294174&PinnedHotelID=2294174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21430000/21422700/21422674/462e1a69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Farthings Hotel and Restaurant Taunton - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 84 reviews CA $164 CA $196 total includes taxes & fees Oct 20 - Oct 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=21422674&PinnedHotelID=21422674&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Economy Triple Room, Ensuite (Family room)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20880000/20870600/20870524/bd65d08a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Royal Ashton Hotel Taunton - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - 24/7 front desk 8.4 Very good 340 reviews CA $106 CA $127 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=20870524&PinnedHotelID=20870524&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33870000/33865700/33865682/102fdab1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Great Western Hotel Taunton - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 508 reviews CA $187 CA $225 total includes taxes & fees Oct 16 - Oct 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=33865682&PinnedHotelID=33865682&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/160000/150800/150706/d1cd4033.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Express Taunton East by IHG Taunton - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews CA $94 CA $112 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - Nov 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=150706&PinnedHotelID=150706&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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Check-in end time: 11:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 20 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The host will greet guests on arrival ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.0 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: GBP 10.0 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is required for transportation to and from this property This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Square & Compass Inn Square & Compass Inn Ilminster Flying Fish Stables B&B Ilminster Square Compass Inn Ilminster Square Compass Inn Flying Fish Stables B&B Flying Fish Stables Ilminster Flying Fish Stables Flying Fish Stables B&B Ilminster Flying Fish Stables B&B Flying Fish Stables Ilminster Flying Fish Stables Bed & breakfast The Flying Fish Stables Ilminster Ilminster The Flying Fish Stables Bed & breakfast Bed & breakfast The Flying Fish Stables The Flying Fish Stables Ilminster The Square Compass Inn The Flying Fish Stables Inn The Flying Fish Stables Ilminster The Flying Fish Stables Inn Ilminster The Flying Fish Stables Hotel The Flying Fish Stables Ilminster The Flying Fish Stables Hotel Ilminster ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Flying Fish Stables pet-friendly? > Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10.0 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Flying Fish Stables? > As of Oct 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Flying Fish Stables on Oct 15, 2025 start from CA $171.53, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Ilminster-Hotels-The-Flying-Fish-Stables.h5074153.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Flying Fish Stables? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Flying Fish Stables? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Flying Fish Stables? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Flying Fish Stables located? > Situated in Ilminster, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Barrington Hill Meadows and within 6 mi (10 km) of Donyatt Village Hall and Blackdown Hills. The Warehouse Theatre and Ilminster Parish Hall are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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