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"Very happy with the inside, A lot of cobwebs along the inside of the bedroom curtain rail."
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.
Reviewed by Martyn3.4★Sep 2024
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"The property had everything that you require for a comfortable stay."
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.
Reviewed by Michael5.0★Aug 2024
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"Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Old Smithy."
Beautiful cottage & surroundings. Peaceful & relaxing break. Couldn’t ask for more. Lanes tight but really not as bad as we expected. Couldn’t find the washing machine and the nettles etc do need cutting back at the rear where the car is parked. Overall, fabulous place and our host Mrs Hill’s welcome of cake & advice was much appreciated. Thank you.
Reviewed by Breon5.0★Aug 2024
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"We absolutely loved the property."
A great location (if tricky down some narrow lanes :)
The cottage was roomy, stylish, and great to relax in
Secluded, but in a perfect way
Reviewed by Richard5.0★Jul 2024
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"A little gem of a property in the countryside, if its peace and quiet you want this is the place and with local tourist spots and walks within easy reach by car, you couldn't ask for more."
The whole property was very roomy, comfy and clean and would highly recommend.
Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Jun 2024
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"My husband and I had a lovely stay here."
The cottage is very clean & comfortable. The only negative for myself is the step into the bathroom was very deep which with me having mobility issues I ordered a step on amazon prime to use while we were there. There are other steps into the kitchen but they were manageable ( for me). So if anyone is disabled, consider the steps, as although it's all on one level there are quite a few steps to negotiate.
Fresh milk and cake awaited our arrival which was very welcome.
The road to the cottage is very very narrow and winding so be prepared foe that also.
If you love the countryside and being in the middle of nowhere , this is the place for you. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would highly recommend the old smithy. The owner being next door was no problem, our Privacy was respected completely.
We were sorry we missed the owner on the day we left to say goodbye.
The wildlife surrounding the property is lovely, often hearing owls at night and deer jumping out in front of us as we drove.
100% recommended for a peaceful holiday.
Rosie & Nick
Reviewed by Rosie5.0★May 2024
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"Beautiful cottage, very comfortable and with everything you you need."
Spotlessly clean and Mary was very friendly and helpful, we appreciated the fresh flowers and cake on arrival.
Reviewed by Christine5.0★May 2024
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"Everything we needed was available in the cottage."
A very extensive information folder available in the cottage. Mary was very welcoming. We had a wonderful relaxing week & highly recommend the cottage.
Reviewed by Anne5.0★Apr 2024
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"This was our second trip to The Old Smithy, we returned because we found the place so comfortable and an ideal base for relaxing."
My wife and I were impressed with the setting of The Old Smithy and how well it had been renovated. Plenty to see and do not too far away whatever your tastes are. I am sure we will be back for a third visit.
Reviewed by Alan5.0★Sep 2023
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"A lovely cottage in the countryside."
Owner very friendly and helpful. We'll equipped kitchen. Comfortable bed. Spacious lounge diner.
Reviewed by Paul5.0★Aug 2023
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"Clean and cozy."
Great hospitality!
Reviewed by Simone5.0★Jul 2023
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"An excellent cottage in every way."
Looked after to the highest standard. Immaculate, comfortable, well equipped, and very welcoming. We had nice weather too which made a big difference.
Reviewed by Ruth5.0★Jun 2023
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"Very comfortable and well maintained property."
Nothing at all to comment on, or to criticise
Reviewed by Keith5.0★Jun 2023
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"Lovely cottage bigger than it appears in photos."
Nice and cool to come home to in this very hot weather. Really comfortable big bed. Close to lots of interesting places to see.
Reviewed by Joyce5.0★Jun 2023
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"Very comfortable and secluded."
Left to our own devices which was much appreciated.
Reviewed by Mike5.0★May 2023
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"A lovely cottage!"
The property was both clean and comfortable and one of the best we have stayed in.
It was well situated for visits to The Donkey Sanctuary at Sidmouth, RHS Rosemoor and Forde Abbey as well as shopping in Honiton.
The owner was very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed by Jessica5.0★Apr 2023
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"The Old Smithy is set in a beautiful location and doesn't disappoint its lovely inside with everything you need for a wonderful break."
Great walks from the door and just a short car journey to so many other lovely places Thank you Mary we really enjoyed our stay
Reviewed by Fiona5.0★Mar 2023
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"The Old Smithy is a beautiful, well-appointed cottage deep in the Devon countryside."
Surrounded by the Blackdown Hills, the cottage is in a spectacular location and befriended by both cows and alpacas in the adjacent fields. If you value peace, quiet and proximity to nature, the Old Smithy is the place to stay. The owner, Mrs Mary Hill, couldn't be more friendly or helpful and welcomed us to the cottage with lemon drizzle cake. The cottage is however remote and the approach is a little nerve-racking when arriving for the first time, especially if you follow a satnav which takes you down lanes not much wider than the width of a car! We would happily visit again and recommend the cottage for a very peaceful stay.
Reviewed by James5.0★Oct 2022
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"A very pleasant stay, but we would suggest more signage on route to the cottage, as quite difficult to find if it is your first visit."
Otherwise it was wonderful.
Reviewed by Teresa5.0★Oct 2022
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"The Old Smithy was a superb base for a great holiday."
Very well set out and comfortable.
Reviewed by Alan5.0★Sep 2022
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"A delightful thatched cottage hidden away behind high hedges and tall trees, The Old Smithy is a peaceful refuge from the hurly burly of gridlocked motorways and life in general."
Without doubt it is faultless; everything you need is here, and we would have returned one day had I not been poorly the day before we left. The situation had the potential to be extremely awkward for Mary, indeed for us all. This was one occasion where an isolated cottage was far from ideal.
Reviewed by David5.0★Sep 2022
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"The cottage is located in a beautiful village in Devon."
It has a terrace outside with patio table/chairs and parasol-the perfect place for eating outside and enjoying the sounds of the countryside.The interior is very modern,comfortable and cosy.The kitchen is well equipped and much larger than the typical kitchen found in 1 bedroom cottage.I will definitely recommend a stay in this cottage to family& friends.
Reviewed by Mary5.0★Aug 2022
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"What a fantastic place."
Peaceful setting in rural Idyll.
A wonderful experience.
Will be rebooking for a return visit.
Reviewed by Ron5.0★Aug 2022
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"A really delightful holiday cottage, wanting for nothing!"
We stayed during a really hot week and it was so cool and airy. Would recommend to anyone! Many thanks
Reviewed by Christine5.0★Aug 2022
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"We had a wonderful time at the Old Smithy."
The cottage was beautifully decorated with all mod cons and was set in a stunning location. If you're looking for a peaceful relaxing stay where you can wake up to the sound of bird song instead of traffic noise, this is the place to be. We loved it and would definitely visit again in future. Thank you!
Reviewed by Courtney5.0★Jul 2022
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"Lovely comfortable cottage, very well equipped, friendly owner."
The downside is that is it a bit remote, but that does mean it is wonderfully quiet and peaceful. We had a really nice break here and would recommend it.
Reviewed by Richard5.0★Jun 2022
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"Great host property was as we wanted a bit isolated but was exactly what we were looking for."
Reviewed by Roger5.0★Jun 2022
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"The cottage is very comfortable & has everything you might possibly need but it is remote with no shops or places to eat in walking distance."
We are oldies & found driving along the single tracks to/from the cottage to the main road very stressful, especially when a vehicle came the other way, so we left 3 nights early to visit family a couple of hours away. Our fault we should have read the Sykes reviews before we booked as someone else did mention the roads are a little hairy.
Reviewed by Diane5.0★Jun 2022
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"An amazing property."
Please thank the owner (Mary) for making us welcome and accommodating our interest in birds by filling the feeders every day.
Reviewed by Thomas5.0★May 2022
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"Our second visit to The Old Smithy."
Absolutely delightful place to stay.. Total peace and tranquility abound here. Cottage is first class with everything you need and a very comfortable bed and great shower. Easy parking outside cottage. Mary Hill is lovely. 11 out of 10 for sure.
Reviewed by Tina5.0★Apr 2022
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"We had a lovely stay with all the home comforts."
The area is beautiful with lots of stunning views from every window. We will definitely be back.
Reviewed by David5.0★Oct 2021
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"AN EXCELLENT PROPERTY OWNER VERY FREINDLY BUT NOT INTRUSIVE."
EVERYTHING YOU NEED IS THERE WOULDSTRONGLY RECOMMEND THIS PROPERTY
Reviewed by Anthony5.0★Oct 2021
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"Superb thatched cottage."
Very spacious and immaculately presented. An absolute gem in a beautiful tranquil setting in the heart of Devon countryside. A great base to explore the many delightful towns and villages both inland and along the stunning Jurassic coast. We received a warm welcome from our friendly and welcoming host Mary who made us feel very much at home. We would strongly recommend this property.
Reviewed by Jeff5.0★Sep 2021
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"Superb cottage in stunning location."
Absolutely perfect. Very clean, very comfortable bed, good shower and everything we needed. Such a feel good place to stay in.
Reviewed by Tina5.0★Aug 2021
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"Mary Hill is an excellent host"
Reviewed by Peter5.0★Jul 2021
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"A beautiful cottage, even nicer than the description and a wonderful host."
Reviewed by Scott5.0★Jul 2021
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"Mary is a very good host."
The kitchen in very well provided for. Lovely patio area for drinks outside, weather allowing. Would only mention the single chairs, are not that comfortable, although the settee is. The roads to the cottage are a little hairy, until you get used to them, but that is Devon and Cornwall roads anyway.
Reviewed by Theresa4.7★Jun 2021
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"Lovely cottage home from home every thing you need beautiful country side just wat we needed after the last year"
Reviewed by Michael5.0★Jun 2021
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"Fantastic cottage beautiful position with exceptional host."
If you are looking for a quiet cottage in the countryside,look no further.
Reviewed by Colin5.0★Jun 2021
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"This was home from home."
Everything we needed was provided, it was spotlessly clean, was very relaxing and quiet, well located and reasonably priced.
Reviewed by Mike5.0★May 2021
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"Superb cottage in a lovely setting ."
had a great holiday. very helpful owners
Reviewed by Martin5.0★Oct 2020
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"Accurate description of premises, excellent facilities and friendly and helpful owners."
Excellent position for exploring Devon. We would certainly return.
Reviewed by Roy5.0★Sep 2020
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"The cottage was exactly how described but with added extras like air fresheners in bathroom and foil etc in kitchen (you don’t get these in every cottage)
Setting was wonderful as it was deep in the countryside and we could see the cows in the field from the lounge window."
Owners were friendly without being intrusive
Reviewed by Julie5.0★Jul 2020
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"The Old Smithy was very clean and new."
The bed was extremely comfortable and the house was warm and cosy. The owner had provided milk and home made cake on our arrival. The kitchen was a home from home with loads of equipment. Everything was excellent, we even had Wi-Fi and Sky TV. The local area is safe and very quiet with views of the, hills, farmland and sheep. The location is good for access to Honiton, the south coast and the moors. We visited, Sidmouth, Budleigh Salterton, Exmouth, Seaton and Beer to the south. Okehampton and Tavistock to the west in Dartmoor. There are lots of walks near the Smithy in the Blackdown Hills. I would highly recommend The Old Smithy for couples who like to get away from the town for a while.
Reviewed by Sally5.0★Mar 2020
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