The Old Forge

Newton Abbot, TQ13 9RW, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.2/10! <small>(score from <b>12</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
12 reviews
a living room with two couches and a fireplace at The Old Forge in Newton Abbot
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The Old Forge

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  • Entire home
  • 1399 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Private bathroom
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The Old Forge is situated in Newton Abbot, 22 km from Totnes Castle, 23 km from Riviera International Centre, and 25 km from Castle Drogo. The 4-star holiday home is 30 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Newton Abbot Racecourse is 13 km away. The spacious holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. The accommodation is non-smoking. Guests at the holiday home can enjoy golfing and cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Watermans Arms is 27 km from The Old Forge, while Brixham Harbour is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 35 km from the accommodation.

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Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Frida
    Sweden Sweden
    “Charming cottage in a small village on the countryside.”
  • Liam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Possibly the cutest little house in Dartmoor! incredibly cosy and full of character.”
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Amazingly well equipped, from cocktail sticks to DAB radio and plenty of toilet roll! Lovely village with fantastic pub. Weather was against us, so the umbrellas were helpful...... thank you for our welcome gift.”

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 74,723 reviews from 21669 properties
21669 managed properties

Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

The Old Forge is a very pretty thatched detached cottage in the attractive Devon village of Ilsington. The cottage sleeps six people in two double bedrooms (one downstairs) and a twin, with two downstairs shower rooms. On the ground floor are a kitchen with dining area and sitting room with gas stove, as well as tile-floored lobby. Outside is a sunny enclosed garden with furniture and bike store. Just 150 yards from the village shop and pub, The Old Forge is a traditional Devon cottage ideal for enjoying walks, cycle rides and tours of the area. This property does not accept children under 6, except babes in arms, due to steep stairs. Note: This property does not accept children under 6, except babes in arms, due to steep stairs.

Neighbourhood information

Illsington: Pretty little village (church, shop, good food pub) on Dartmoor's farmed and wooded south-eastern slopes, through which flows the River Lemon to Teignmouth, its ancient wooded valley a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and habitat for woodland birds and butterflies. Ashburton and Bovey Tracey, 5 miles. Haytor Vale is a very pretty hamlet of white cottages beside the old coaching inn, The Rock, on Dartmoor's southeastern edge just one mile from the market town of Bovey Tracey.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Old Forge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Additional bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Telephone
Room Amenities
  • Heating
Outdoors
  • Garden
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
Safety & security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

The Old Forge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

There is no capacity for cots at this property.

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Old Forge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about The Old Forge

  • The Old Forge is 5 miles from the centre of Newton Abbot. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Old Forge is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The Old Forge has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at The Old Forge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, The Old Forge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Old Forge can accommodate the following group size:

    • 6 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The Old Forge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Golf course (within 3 km)