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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 440 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Exford, Exmoor, ENG
  • Exford Memorial Hall
    2 min walk
  • Parish Church of St. Mary Magdalene
    5 min walk
  • Dunkery Beacon
    16 min drive
  • Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    181 min drive

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About the area

Minehead

Located in Minehead, this cottage is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Exford Memorial Hall and Parish Church of St. Mary Magdalene. .This cottage is 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from Exmoor National Park and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Dunkery Beacon.
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What's nearby

  • Parish Church of St. Mary Magdalene - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dunkery Beacon - 16 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Exmoor National Park - 19 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Dunster Castle - 21 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Porlock Weir Harbour - 32 min drive - 26.1 km

Getting around

  • Minehead Station - 36 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tarr Farm Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Castle Porlock - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Ship inn at Porlock Weir - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Withypool Tea Room - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Old Forge - Two Bedroom Cottage in the very Heart of Exmoor (Pet Friendly)

The Old Forge is the original Blacksmith's workshop and even now being the beautiful cosy holiday cottage that it is, it still includes many of the original features. This two bedroom holiday cottage is right in the heart of Exmoor National Park in the quaint village of Exford.
The cottage is available as a holiday let all year round and is in an ideal location for hunting, shooting, horse riding holidays. Or just for a family to relax and enjoy the idyllic scenery.
The cottage is well-equipped and cosy, in a prime location for exploring Exmoor, as well as the scenic North Devon and Somerset coast. Within a short drive you can see the Stags or Exmoor Ponies on the moors. You can even take an Exmoor Safari from the local pub!
Whatever your requirements the Old Forge Cottage and Exmoor itself will not disappoint!
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
This smoke-free cottage features a stereo, ecotours nearby, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Recreational activities include mountain biking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Tess Lakin

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking anywhere on the premises please.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 431 sq ft (40 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs are welcome at an extra fee of £20

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: A very child friendly cottage.

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Old Forge Two Bedroom Cottage Very Heart Exmoor Exford, Exmoor
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Old Forge Two Bedroom Cottage Very Heart Exmoor Exford, Exmoor
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The Old Forge - Two Bedroom Cottage in the very Heart of Exmoor (Pet Friendly) Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Janine

Lovely cottage. If self catering, you will need bring everything for cooking- spices etc. Nothing in the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another lovely stay at The Old Forge in Exford
This was our third stay in this delightful cottage. A relaxing holiday and a perfect base for exploring Exmoor.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Brian F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Very comfortable and everything we needed for a week's stay. Lovely location and local shop and pub were excellent. A little disappointed with the outside space but overall a very enjoyable week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic cottage in ab beautiful location
We enjoyed our second holiday staying at the Old Forge. This delightful cottage is set in the lovely village of Exford. It's a perfect location for exploring Exmoor, we also visited Woolacombe, Ilfracombe, Lynmouth as well as Dunster and Minehead. The cottage is very cosy, with everything you could possibly need. It really feels like home! We can't wait to come back again for another holiday!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy and Comfortable
We had a great holiday despite the rain! The cottage was cosy, comfortable and spotlessly clean and provided a lovely base for some excellent walks. It was very well equipped and we lacked for nothing. The proximity of 2 hotels/ pubs both of which provided high quality food was the icing on the cake.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nigel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage in th heart of Exmoor
The Old Forge is an extremely well set up cottage on the village green. It is very well equipped and very comfortable. The village itself is the local centre of the farming community as also the base of the local hunt - people are very friendly.There two excellent pubs and a well stocked village shop - holidays could hardly be easier! We hope to return. Nigel and Jo Carter
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Richard Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Welcome pack additions
mention the bin collections and the recycle rules, what needs to go in which bin. Cutlery and crockery in numbers could be a bit more in numbers . We were only with two so we could get it to work. But a party of 4 would quickly run out of cups or plates. In the main very nice stay, lovely cottage. And the neighbour was not too noisy....
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Judith M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Staying in The Old Forge Cottage,Exdord
Found being in the cottage very noisy with many large vehicles thundering past, sometimes very early which started our little dog barking,it seems to be a main through road for huge container lorries etc. Certainly not quiet and peaceful which is what we needed after a traumatic past few months. Double glazing is definately needed. Lovely cottage though , just furniture in the lounge area could be a bit more up to date and comfortable and recycling tips etc displayed more prominantly as we did not find them til we were leaving. If we come that way again we would look for somewhere much quieter in the village.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

CHarding H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in an idyllic setting
Well equipped and extremely clean cottage located in the heart of the village. Local pubs and tearoom provide good food. Lots of places to visit nearby. Couple of issues that we have raised were resolved quicky with the owner .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
Had a good time in a very nice property overlooking village green two pubs,cafe and village shop all within 50 yards.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location
Nicely located in a village with places to eat. House is nice but a little dark. Garden is separate from the house but is by the river so pleasant.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cottage
This property is small, but comfortable. We had an excellent stay and enjoyed the surrounding countryside very much. Both local pubs do good food.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property in Exford
Just what we needed for 3 adults and 2 small dogs. Village centre location perforce for watching the world go by and walking to pubs/restaurants. Spotlessly clean and great communications from host explaining everything. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

ROY V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Lively property
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal for holidaying if taking your dog
Excellent location village shop sold everything you needed including gifts fresh bread and freshly cooked pastries etc, You could also order fresh fish once a week .The Crown was across the road and served delicious food .Staff were friendly and service was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely holiday on Exmoor
Cosy, well equipped cottage in pretty village. Good position for touring Exmoor.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Maurice R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed it
Good stay - owner sorted out a couple of minor niggles Just bin location and where the garden furniture was- not immediately obvious
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

GYLLIAN B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely rural location
This property was in a rural setting but driving distance from the coast. There was a hitch out of anyone's control, but the owner sorted it and all went well. The cottage was cosy. The kitchen/diner quite large. Sitting outside in the small yard at the rear was not really inviting, but there was a bench seat just outside on the village green that was lovely. The property and location suited us well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great cottage, lovely and clean from booking to leaving had a great time good location and two good pubs
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cottage
Perfect location for exploring Exmoor.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A quaint cottage in the middle of a lovely village.
A very pleasant, well equipped cottage in a fairly busy village with a local shop and 2 good pubs/restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

sarah m.

Liked: Cleanliness
St Mungo’s Holiday.
This was just a short ‘after lockdown break’ for myself, my sister and Mungo, her golden retriever. The cottage was in a perfect location and although we did make a foray or two further afield could easily have spent every day exploring locally.. It did rain fairly constantly but that didn’t deter us and we felt very comfortable taking Mungo back to our dog-friendly, warm cottage where we were able to dry off and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was exellent i.e the cottage, location, local amenities,the only thig
The whole package was good ie cottage,location,amenitys I would have liked somewhere to hang a bathrobe in the bathroom and the front door gets stuck. But overall everthing was very good and the cottage was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Martin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Discovering Exmoor
The Old Forge Cottage was exactly what it said in the advert......a cosy base, in a picturesque village, ideally located in this beautifully scenic area. Unfortunately for us the changeable weather (Storm Francis!) did not encourage us to explore the local footpaths and bridleways of which there are numerable. Instead we used our stay to explore the surrounding countryside and coast. Returning each day to the cottage before adjourning to either of the 2 excellent village pubs for a lovely meal made for a completely relaxing stay. A very enjoyable stay with the cottage itself providing everything you would want and expect.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Helen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect position
Enjoyed our stay in Exmoor which is one of our favourite places in the UK. Comfortable little cottage with two bathrooms which is very useful. Clean and perfectly placed. The only negative is the arrangement of the outdoor space which isn’t directly outside the back door but down a little passageway. I hadn’t realised this so we didn’t use it much.