Guests say
The Old Smithy in Devon is consistently praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and peaceful rural setting. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities and the warm welcome from the owner, often highlighted by personal touches like homemade cake. While the remote location offers tranquility and proximity to nature, some guests note the narrow access lanes can be challenging.
Guests frequently commend the property for its cleanliness, describing it as spotless and well-maintained. The attention to detail in this regard contributes significantly to the positive experiences reported.
The property's location is appreciated for its beauty and tranquility, with easy access to local attractions. However, some guests find the narrow lanes challenging, and the remoteness means amenities are not within walking distance.
Reviewers consistently mention the comfort of The Old Smithy, highlighting the cosy atmosphere, comfortable bed, and airy spaces. The property seems to provide a relaxing environment that guests enjoy.
The facilities are generally praised for being well-appointed and comprehensive, with a particular mention of a well-equipped kitchen. Some minor comments about the need for better signage and maintenance of outdoor areas slightly affect the score.
The owner's thoughtfulness is frequently noted, with mentions of a welcoming cake and filled bird feeders. While these gestures are highly appreciated, it's important to note that such personal touches, though common, cannot be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
The Old Smithy is a heart-warming thatched cottage, nestled in the heart of the Blackdown Hills AONB, in the pretty village of Luppitt. Set all on the ground floor and having been lovingly converted from a smithy building, this is a wonderful retreat for a romantic getaway, for a couple seeking to explore the delights of this countryside location. Set on the owner's farm, enter this alluring wooden clad cottage and be drawn i0n by a well-presented open-plan living area, enhanced by an uplifting vaulted ceiling with attractive exposed beams. The comfortable chaise three-seater sofa allows for relaxation in front of the electric fire, kick back and enjoy the TV with SkyQ at the end of an adventure-filled day. A delightful dining area sits at the far end, while two steps up lead you into a modern and well-equipped kitchen which is dominated by the smithy's fabulous original fireplace. Before a day of exploring this part of Devon, recharge your batteries in the tasteful bedroom boasting a super king-size zip/link bed and lying adjacent is a large, luxurious wet room allowing you to get ready for each day in exquisite style. To the front of this charming cottage is a sunny patio which is an ideal spot to sit and enjoy your morning coffee, or perhaps an evening glass of wine or two. Just four miles away is the delightful town of Honiton, a market town which displays a wealth of amenities along with a series of historical landmarks to wander around and admire. Avid walkers will relish the engulfing Blackdown Hills AONB, as a multitude of paths and trails are available just steps from the doorstep of this home-from-home. The world-famous Jurassic Coast is within easy reach and is most certainly worth a visit as it abounds in glorious beaches, astounding vistas and a selection of popular towns waiting to be explored. A unique, homely base from which to explore this remarkable part of Devon.
Luppitt is a small village resting within the Blackdown Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the Devon/Somerset border. Within the quaint village you will find a village hall and a small pub which is considered one of Britain’s smallest pubs which rests within the owner’s farmhouse and serves one beer – Otter Bitter, a a local brew. For a larger selection of amenities venture to Honiton which is situated just 6.4 miles away.
Accommodation
Ground-floor Living.
One super-king-size double bedroom (zip/link, can be twin on request).
Wet room with shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living area with sofa bed, kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire.
Oil central heating, electric fire.
Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, shared washing machine, dishwasher, TV, DVD, WiFi, selection of games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available on request.
Snooker room available with Table Tennis.
Ample off road parking.
Front patio with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 4 miles, pub 2 miles.
Note: 2 step up into kitchen, 1 step down into shower room
Nearby points of interest
- Diggerland Devon
- Lyme Regis Museum
- Hestercombe Gardens
- Beer Beach
Reviews (40)
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Alan
The Old Smithy is very homely and comfortable and a good base for what the area has to offer. Alan and Ali Varey
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Martyn
The photo used on the website is out dated, due to the maintenance of the grounds as the garden is very over grown. So we coud not park our car with difficulty in the allocated drive way, The entrance door way to the property, where the thatch edging above the door way is completely covered in a huge amounts of spider webs, as somebody who has a fear of spiders found this to be extremely concerning. So this did not give us very good 1st impressions from the outside. But from the inside of the property there was everything you would need for your stay.
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Michael
All items in the cottage were of a good quality and comfortable. The cottage was clean and tidy. We especially enjoyed the homemade cake, tea and milk and picked flowers were a nice touch. If you want to get away from all the noise this is the perfect place to stay.