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The Old Forge Living Room, overlooking the village green
Kitchen
Master Bedroom with views towards the village green
Twin Bedroom
The Old Forge location
The Old Forge Cottage with free street parking
Living Room
Kitchen
Kitchen
The Old Forge, Exford
Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom with King Size Bed
Family Bathroom
Twin Bedroom
The Old Forge Cottage
Twin Room en-suite
Private Patio
The River Exe in Exford
Exmoor Ponies only a short drive away
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The Old Forge, Exford

Exford
Excellent
6 reviews
  • 4
    Guests
  • 2
    Bedrooms
  • 2
    Bathrooms
  • Pets
    welcome
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The Old Forge is a beautiful, cosy, mid-terrace, holiday cottage with two bedrooms right in the heart of Exmoor National Park in the quaint village of Exford. Originally the Blacksmith's workshop, it still includes some original features. Sleeps up to 4 guests and is pet friendly.

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The Old Forge, Exford, is well-suited for long and short breaks for whatever your reason for visiting Exmoor! The Old Forge will be the peaceful and comfortable accommodation that you require. There is free roadside parking directly outside the property as well as a public car park 100 yards away. The cottage is opposite two pubs, and the village store is just a short walk from the property with the Post Office being only a few doors away.

Sleeps up to 4 guests
One double bedroom
One twin bedroom
Cosy living room with electric 'wood-burner'
Spacious kitchen with dining table and chairs for 4
One family bathroom with shower over the bath
One en-suite shower room
Private courtyard patio with outside table and chairs 
Located in the heart of this popular village
Easy walking distance to local pub, restaurant, village shop
Dogs welcome (2 max) by prior arrangement, £25 supplement
Wifi, heating and electricity is included
Towels and bed linen provided
Arrive from 3 pm
Depart by 10 am


Security Deposit Information :- 
A £100.00 security deposit is required.

This will be added to the total price of your booking, and will be refunded after your stay unless the owner discovers damage to the property or its contents after your departure.

Sleeping arrangements

Appliances and amenities

  • Kitchen / Kitchenette
  • Towels provided,Linen provided
  • High chair
  • Iron and board
  • TV
  • Clothes dryer,Washing machine,Dishwasher
  • Cooker,Freezer,Microwave,Fridge,Toaster
  • Breakfast included
  • Fan
  • Games room
  • Electric vehicle charge point
  • Central heating
  • Bath
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Hair dryer
  • Log fire
  • Kettle
The spacious kitchen includes electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle, as well as the usual kitchen utensils, crockery and glassware. There is also a washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher (all of standard size). Tea, coffee and sugar are provided. 

A 43 inch Samsung Smart TV with is in the living room. Also a DVD Player with a selection of DVD's for guests to enjoy.

High Speed Fibre internet is available and a hair dryer provided.

Electricity, wifi and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. The Old Forge is heated by fixed electric radiators throughout the cottage, plus an electric 'wood-burner' in the living area. Heating will be programmed for you but can be adjusted to suit your preferences if required.

Bed linen, duvet, pillows, and towels are provided, but please bring your own beach towels if you wish to take towels with you on day trips.

Outside the Property

  • BBQ
  • Parking
  • private garden (not enclosed)
  • Jacuzzi or hot tub
  • Shared garden
  • private garden (enclosed)
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Sea view
  • Secure parking
  • Detached Property
  • Pool (communal)
  • Pool (private)
The private patio and gravelled courtyard to the rear of the property which includes a table and chairs, seating 4. This area is enclosed with high walls and a high fence on 3 sides, but the end there is a low (approx waist height) wall that backs onto the stream leading to the River Exe, so we strongly advise to make sure that children and dogs are supervised at all times.

At the top of the stairs on the first floor, there are french doors that lead out to a small sheltered outside terrace. It is a perfect spot for soaking up the sun and taking in some fresh air. 

The village green (dog-free area) is directly opposite The Old Forge, it's a large area of grass with a modern children's play area on the far side. There is a huge range of walks available to suit all ages and capabilities literally starting from the front door, or within a short drive.

Parking

There's no allocated parking for this property, but there's free-roadside parking, or a public car park approx 100 metres from the door.

Electric vehicle charge point

There are two EV charge points at The White Horse Inn, just a short distance down the road. There's also two at The Rest & Be Thankful Inn at Wheddon Cross (approx 5 miles away).

Pets

Pets welcome

2 x Dog(s), £25 per stay

Cat(s)

Horses

Two well-behaved dogs are welcome for a supplement of £25, please do not allow your dogs on the furniture or leave them alone in the property.

Restricted Mobility

Restricted mobility

Not suitable

Wheelchair users

Not suitable

Children

Suitable for children

Cot

Highchair

Children welcome, but please note at the far end of the patio area is a lowish wall (approx waist height) which backs onto the stream leading to the River Exe, so please make sure that children are supervised at all times.

Health & safety

Home safety features
Smoke detector,Fire extinguisher,First-aid kit
Exit in case of emergency
Exits either either via the front door, or the porch door out of the kitchen.

Christmas / New Year

For Christmas bookings, the cottage will be dressed with a small Christmas tree and some lovely cosy decorations.

Cancellation Policy

  • 3 months
  • 42 days
  • 30 days
  • 14 days
  • 7 days
  • 48 hours
Free cancellation
Non-refundable

100% refund if the reservation is cancelled at least 30 days before the arrival date. We recommend adding cancellation cover during check-out to give you added protection for cancelling in the red zone above.

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The region

Exford is situated in the centre of Exmoor National park offering great access to all that Exmoor has to offer.  It is a small rural village based around a traditional village green with childrens play area, beside it sits the village shop.  Exford and the surrounding area is fam...
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Recommended transport links

Airport

Bristol

ferry port

Portsmouth or Plymouth

Train station

Taunton

Car required

car recommended

More tips on how to get there

Full arrival information will be provided once the booking is paid in full.

Reviews


Overall experience8.3
Cleanliness9.0
Location9.7
Value for money9.0

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Key
1 Guest

Adults

1

Children

Ages 2-12
0

Infants

Under 2
0

4 Guests maximum. Infants don't count toward the number of guests.

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