The Old Forge, Seymour Place, Totnes, TQ9 5AY, United Kingdom
#4 of 12 B&Bs and Inns in Totnes
Guests' ChoiceBased on 290 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.9
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
8.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 8 June 2024
Lyn
United KingdomThe room was so small, nowhere to put your case, and couldn’t open the wardrobe without having to move a chair….. (suggestion ditch the chair) bathroom was a bolt on to the room which took up a large chunk of the room.
It was in a good location, easy walking distance to town.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 June 2024
Sasha
United KingdomFor a bed and breakfast there was nothing I didn't like
Had parking. A 5 minute walk from the town. The owner went out of her way to make your stay lovely. Rooms clean and comfortable. Breakfast was great.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 4 June 2024
Sabarinath
Abkhazia, GeorgiaJust 15 minutes walk from Totnes station
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 3 June 2024
Sascha
AustraliaWe loved everything about our stay! Julie was fantastic in her recommendations around the town and nothing was too much trouble! They also have a resident cat which was super cute!!Highly recommend staying at the old forge and getting a traditional English breakfast
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 1 June 2024
Daniel
United KingdomJulie was a wonderful host, she was very welcoming and the breakfast was delicious
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Pal
United KingdomHeating did not come on in room 7 until after 7:30am
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Kenneth
United KingdomCost. £150 for a "cosy" (= small) room (no 4) is quite steep, although to be fair Totnes is an expensive place and if you seek somewhere cheaper you are likely to run into problems, either lesser rooms in Totnes or much cheaper 2-3 miles out of town - so you cannot walk into Totnes.... We did get to see another other room (no 2), and should you want to pay a bit more you get a lot more. Breakfast is 8-9am, maybe tight for some.
Quaint old building with some modern extensions. Friendly owner (Julie). Comfy bed, firm mattress. Parking right outside. Easy and quite nice walk 5 - 10 mins into Totnes. Nice garden to sit in if warm and sunny. Breakfast food was good. Quiet establishment and area.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Margaret
United KingdomNothing
Host was very welcoming and helpful. 10% discount for some local restaurants. Parking very useful and we were allowed to leave car while we went to explore the town on our last day. Walking distance to town.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Eluned
United KingdomIt was all very pleasant. No problems of any sort, and helpful pleasant hosts.
Very friendly hosts. Parking very convenient right outside front door. A really delicious hot breakfast. Warm room, windows which opened onto pleasant views. A bookcase full of interesting novels, I could have stayed a fortnight! Straightforward plumbing. The garden looked lovely but it was pouring with rain most of our 24h stay.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Alison
United KingdomRoom was a little small , everything in it but would prefer bigger room .
Lovely breakfast , nice staff . Nothing too much trouble . Offers more when weather better , cream teas etc .
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Rowe
United KingdomN/A
Comfortable and friendly
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Franko
United KingdomRoom was very comfortable with a lovely view. My welcome was really cheering after battling through the rain. Breakfast was great and offered a lot of choice. Location was just a short walk from the town centre and restaurants.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Lesley
United KingdomCan't think of anything.
Very friendly, welcoming and accommodating host. Pleasant room with comfy super king size bed which the host upgraded us to. Easy parking on site which is a big bonus in a town with limited street parking available. Easy quick walk into Totnes centre. Good cooked breakfast included in price.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Rebecca
United KingdomThe location is ideal for visiting totnes and the local area without having to drive. The breakfast was excellent and room very clean and bed very comfortable
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 2 March 2024
Tracey
United KingdomBreakfast was amazing. Julie accommodated my needing breakfast a little earlier each day. A wonderful cozy room, quiet characterful hotel in a convenient location. Very friendly helpful hosts. I would definitely recommend The Old Forge.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 27 February 2024
Gabrielle
United KingdomGreeted by the lovely Julie who was so friendly and inviting. Her place is clean and cosy and perfect walking distance into town. We absolutely loved our stay and will definitely be returning.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Kieran
United KingdomThe weather 😉
We were made to feel really welcome at The Old Forge by owner, Julie. She had kindly given us a free upgrade as well, which was a lovely surprise. Our room was perfect and the breakfast was delicious. I was staying there with my daughter and we'd definitely return. It was ideally positioned for walking into town and down to the river.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 18 February 2024
Deborah
United KingdomFabulous host and staff 😍
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 11 February 2024
Florica
United KingdomGreat location, very close to the town centre, 10/15 walk from the train station. Julie was so accommodating, helpful and welcoming.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 7 February 2024
John
United KingdomNice room. Good shower. Great location. Friendly owner.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 3 January 2024
Heather
United KingdomThe property is very clean and Julia is a wonderful host. The breakfast is delicious.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Trish
United KingdomNa
Relaxed and friendly atmosphere
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 December 2023
Maria
United KingdomN/A
A little sanctuary beautiful stay. Lovely stay.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 17 December 2023
Lisa
United KingdomWe loved this little place, clean rooms, immaculate bathrooms and run by a lovely lady. Would highly recommend.
Stayed in December 2023
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