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"Could want for nothing more!"
Have know The Old Smithy well before the conversion and renovation so was really interested to see all the wonderful improvements after all the hard work was completed. Every aspect has been implemented to the highest level and quality. Wanted to book a return visit next year literally as we were unpacking upon our arrival. Beautifully quiet location and can't wait to go back. Some ideas or facilities are so good we've even decided to use them in our own home.
Reviewed by Mel5.0★Apr 2024
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"We had a really lovely stay at The Old Smithy."
Very homely and comfortable, perfect whilst we were having building works in our own home. Well behaved dog owners made to feel comfortable with our pooches having their own bed, treats and blankets, really appreciative. Everything you could need when you return from wonderful country walks and beach walks m thank you
Reviewed by Robert5.0★Oct 2023
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"A very well equipped property for people."
It was also lovely for my two dogs. It had a good enclosed garden with lawn. Treats and toys and even a poo bin was provided. There were walks along the Viking Way (among others) from the front door and The Blue Bell Inn which is very welcoming to humans and dogs only 100 paces from the front door.
Reviewed by Jane5.0★Oct 2023
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"Just the most beautiful property."
So well done and lovely to be in. Was so well equipped and comfy we were really able to relax. Great for our dogs and some lovely touches in there. Thank you!
Reviewed by Jodi5.0★Oct 2023
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"The Old Smithy has been restored to a high standard and is a wonderful place to stay."
Lots of nice touches make it a veritable home from home.
The garden is very dog friendly and our dogs loved having their own room
We would definitely recommend
Reviewed by Philip5.0★Aug 2023
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"This is such a lovely place to stay, either with or without dogs."
For those travelling without dogs, the sofas are leather, the floors are solid and dogs are not allowed upstairs. You are not going to find the cottage has a doggy smell and all of the facilities you would hope for are in place. Nicely stocked kitchen with a decent variety of tableware, utensils, pots, pans etc. We cooked more nights than we went out and weren’t at all limited by being away from home.
The cottage really does have the perfect set up for bringing dogs, no need to bring bowls, towels or blankets. The garden is very secure, it’s not obvious in the photos but the large gaps on fences have all been covered with chicken wire. The boot room has a lovely dog bed but there’s plenty of space to put up a crate if that’s what your dog is used to.
The hosts make it very clear that they were available if we needed anything. But they weren’t overbearing, we could easily have gone the week without speaking to them at all if that was our preference.
Highly recommended.
Reviewed by Alison5.0★Apr 2023
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"The Old Smithy is a beautiful property ."
It has been renovated in such an impressive way and to a very high standard .
The charm and detail of the decoration is so lovely and exploring the property with all the additions to give it character was really interesting .
The owners have thought of everything for visitors and are extremely thoughtful for dog owners .
They are very keen for you to enjoy your stay and are extremely helpful .
The Blue Bell pub is literally across the road and serves very good food and Horncastle is a 10 min drive so it is also well positioned.
We would highly recommend this lovely holiday home .
Thank you for having us
Kathryn David and Shelby
Reviewed by Kathryn5.0★Apr 2023
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"A lovely, well equipped cottage in a prime village location set back from the road itself."
As there is no shop in this village it was good to be greeted with milk in the fridge, eggs and a Lincolnshire plum loaf on the counter top and some de-icer for rhe outside paving in case we had a severe frost whilst there. It's often these little touches that make a holiday really special.
Reviewed by Helen5.0★Feb 2023
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"When we looked at where to go for New Year last minute we found this place and it is the perfect gem."
Location is excellent, opposite a lovely pub, we had food there and it was lovely. prior to arriving the owner Clare messaged us and was lovely and helpful. If you look at this place - Book it !! more than pet friendly they cater for them with a lovely bed and all the things you need. The walks are brilliant right from the doorstep. Beach and Lincoln close by. The place is amazing, enclosed garden, log burner, all facilities are top notch. We loved our 7 days here. Owners were really kind and left us to it which was ace for a relaxing break. Thank you so much ☺️
Reviewed by Jo5.0★Dec 2022
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"Beautiful place and a lovely welcome, perfect for a quiet stay with our 2 dogs."
Reviewed by Jeanette5.0★Dec 2022
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"The Old Smithy is a beautiful property in a lovely part of Lincolnshire."
We had some fantastic trips to the beaches and enjoyed relaxing at the end of the day in the cottage. The kitchen facilities were great and everything was thought of by the owners. Their eggs are delicious too!
Reviewed by Claire5.0★Oct 2022
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"The Old Smithy is stunning, having been lovingly converted by the owners."
Super well equipped, stylish and spacious with a lovely garden. Clare and Gordon live next door and are very friendly and helpful. Peaceful surroundings in a pretty village with an excellent pub.
Reviewed by Lesley5.0★Sep 2022
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"Beautiful property."
Loved seeing the photo journal of the transformation. Great furnishings, super comfortable. Really dog friendly complete with treats, toys and dog blankets. Amazing- can’t fault it. Don’t hesitate to book
Reviewed by Maree5.0★Sep 2022
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"Fantastic property, really well presented and equipped with everything you need."
Reviewed by Matt5.0★Aug 2022
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"This is a lovely little property with a fascinating history and great communication and welcome from the owners."
Loved the book showing how the Old Smithy was brought back to life from being practically a ruin and also how dog friendly it is too. We had a great week here with lots to see and do in the surrounding area.
Reviewed by Emma4.7★Aug 2022
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"The Old Smithy was a lovely place to stay immaculate inside and out."
Loved to read about the restoration of the build.
Facilities were top notch and the eggs were a nice little touch very tasty!
The dogs loved the enclosed garden space.
Huttoft Beach was a real plus point lovely beach especially with the dogs.
Lincoln is really nice and well worth the visit.
Reviewed by Steven5.0★Jul 2022
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"A beautiful, well-equipped cottage - very tastefully decorated and in a lovely area."
Great having the EV charging point!
Reviewed by David5.0★Jul 2022
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"This was our second visit to The Old Smithy and again it didn't disappoint."
It was as beautifully presented as we recalled from our last stay and Gordon the owner was discreet yet very accommodating. This time we travelled out to the foodie market town of Louth and enjoyed the bustling market on the saturday morning and another trip took us to the unspoiled beach at Mogg's Eye where we were able to walk our dog, Bob. We had a brilliant rest and will return again when we are next travelling to the stunning Lincolnshire Wolds. Thanks again, Clare and Gordon you deserve the business!
Reviewed by Daniella5.0★Jun 2022
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"An exceptional and interesting property to stay in."
The owners freely admit bringing the Old Smithy back from the brink has been their passion. The interior features all modern conveniences, but at the same time is very artistic. We loved it!
Reviewed by Anthony5.0★Jun 2022
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"The Old Smithy at Belchford is a really excellent cottage, thoughtfully and fully equipped for a lovely holiday."
It is situated in the magnificent Lincolnshire Wolds and has the extra advantage of a first class pub opposite ( The Blue Bell)
Reviewed by Christine4.7★Apr 2022
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"Had all the facilities for us and the dogs, lovely comfortable cottage
Pub ..."
Had all the facilities for us and the dogs, lovely comfortable cottage
Pub with lovely food opposite
Market towns, places of interest and coast in easy reach
Reviewed by Doreen5.0★Mar 2022
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"This property was absolutely outstanding!"
The owners have not only ensured that the accommodation is exceptional, but also provided lots of little things, such as fresh eggs, plum loaf and homemade dog treats to make our stay comfortable. The Old Smithy was ultra stylish, very comfortable and perfectly located for exploring the local area. The village of Belchford where the property is located is quiet with lots of well signposted walks which we went on with our dog, Bob. The Bluebell Inn opposite was welcoming and the food was lovely. We travelled out to Louth which was a lovely 'foodie' market town, Mablethorpe and Skegness with outstanding beaches and Horncastle which had a decent sized Tesco for topping up our provisions. We couldn't fault anything and will definitely be returning for another visit when we are in the Lincolnshire area again. Well done Clare and Gordon!
Reviewed by Daniella5.0★Mar 2022
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"This is just a fantastic place to rent and so dog friendly."
The whole house is spotless and very comfortable the facilities are brilliant and there’s everything you will need. The little bed and accessories for the dogs are so cute they provide all you’ll need including blankets towels and bowls. Even a little bag of homemade treats which my boys loved. The owners Clare and Gordon are friendly and helpful and are just next door if you need anything but do not interfere with your stay at all. The pub across the road is very welcoming the food is delicious. We would highly recommend the smithy it provides an excellent base for all the local places to visit.
Reviewed by Lorraine5.0★Feb 2022
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"This a wonderful property in a rural location."
The property has been renovated to a very high standard and with everything supplied for a memorable holiday.
Reviewed by Graeme5.0★Jan 2022
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"Beautiful cottage done to a very high standard, very comfortable and ideally placed for the pub across the road!"
Some lovely features inside in keeping with the age of the building. I would recommend the "old smithy".
Reviewed by Bryan5.0★Dec 2021
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"Absolutely amazing stay and property!"
We had the best stay, nothing at all could be faulted. The accommodation was incredible with everything you need for a break including milk and even a local homemade tea loaf!! The house has been restored to the most fantastic standard and is very tastefully decorated. The beds and bed linen are so comfy, as well as smelling so lovely. The whole property was super clean and a highchair was promptly provided when asked. Fab stay, will definitely be back! Thank you to Gordon and Claire :) x
Reviewed by Simon5.0★Dec 2021
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"We really enjoyed our stay at the Old Smithy."
The attention to detail throughout the property is outstanding, and we particularly appreciated having a kitchen with absolutely everything needed to cook 'proper' meals. The Old Smithy is really welcoming to dogs, with lots of helpful extras and an enclosed rear garden. Belchford is a great location for exploring the Lincolnshire Wolds, and there are excellent walks starting from the village and including stretches of the Viking Way. There is a really useful selection of maps and guides in the property, and all the walks we tried were very well signposted. It was a pleasure to return to a warm and cosy cottage after a bracing walk, and we made full use of the surround sound hi-fi! We will certainly return to the Old Smithy for another walking holiday next year.
Reviewed by Paul5.0★Nov 2021
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"The Old Smithy is a delightful place to stay."
It is comfortable, cosy and well-equipped. The property is high end with amazing attention to detail and a real sense of connection with the building's history, while bringing things fully up-to-date. We very much appreciated how welcoming the property owners were to dogs, providing a special bed, towels, blankets and even home-made dog treats.
The property is well-placed for exploring Lincolnshire, including the Wolds and coast.
The Old Smithy was a lovely place to relax and unwind.
Reviewed by Neil5.0★Oct 2021
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"We all had a lovely stay at the Old Smithy."
It is absolutely stunning. It has been finished to a very high standard. It is often difficult to find such a beautiful place that accepts pets and the dog bed is a really lovely touch. It is really well equipped and has everything you need. The beds were so comfy and we enjoyed making use of the wood burning stove on cold nights. We had really good communication from Clare and Gordon prior to our holiday, giving us all the information we needed. It was good to know they were close by should we need them, but they were not intrusive. We would definitely recommend the Old Smithy for anyone wanting a relaxing holiday and would love to return in warmer months to enjoy the lovely garden.
Reviewed by Vikki5.0★Oct 2021
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