The room was good; the bed very comfortable. The window was a bit draughty when it was closed, and although it was generally chilly weather, the quilt was far too warm. Admittedly, a difficult balance with this unpredictable weather, though. Although the proprietors are a bit unfriendly and rather impatient, we didn't have to deal with them much. Weirdly, they were so uninterested in their customers that they didn't even man the bar, preferring instead for guests to serve themselves and write down what they'd had. Every public space has a loud radio pumping out awful music (Smooth FM I think) and endless bloody advertising. This destroyed any sense of atmosphere, generating a strong urge to get out of the public spaces as soon as possible. Other than the proprietors, the rest of the staff were really very nice indeed. They were welcoming and happy. The hotel was wonderfully clean, the cleanest I can recall. And the location is very handy for town, beach and walks, as well as very quiet at night.Some slight irritations, other than the owners' unfriendly approach: Cupboard catches are not a good substitute for proper door latches and handles in bathroom doors. These made an extremely loud click, which was disruptive at night. The lights in the bathroom were extremely bright; again, very disruptive in the night. There is no shaving socket in the bathroom, either. The room TV is a tiny screen, with tinny, useless sound and not worth switching on; a false economy because it is actually useless. Finally, the strange regimented system of only being allowed to turn up to breakfast at one of three times seemed not to be designed for the convenience of the guests. And, sorry, but the coffee was truly awful. So, a few little niggles, but an interesting, well-located and historical place with wonderful hard-working staff!
Pete “Peteinbristol”
Great hotel perfect for our requirements,All the rooms we stayed in were spotless clean. The large communal seating room with a honesty bar was light airy and again spotless. The owners were very helpful and friendly. The breakfasts had good choices and to a high standard.The hotel also benefits from a large car park and in a good position for both the seafront and the shops.
Mark Antcliff
Thank you for a great stay at your B&B. We would certainly recommend. Room was clean, spacious and comfy - the bed cosy and not too soft - a great nights sleep. Wonderful breakfast and great service. Thanks again.
nicolecF8372EF
We stayed here for two nights and were very impressed with our stay. We received a warm welcome, and everyone there was so friendly and helpful throughout our stay. The rooms are comfortable and nicely decorated, with everything you would need. The food was delicious and varied meal choice each day. The grounds are very pretty and a short walk to both the town and the sea front. Would definitely stay again.
Shaun Honour
Fantastic 3 day stay with my wife. The hotel is super and breakfast and evening meals top notch. Will 100% be back.
Stephen Brown
This is a great hotel the owners are extremely friendly and helpful, the evening meal we had was superb.
Pete W
Lovely hotel, we only had a one night stay but it was very convenient for walking into the town and seafront, great parking on site, grand stair lobby, well kept lounge and bar with pretty garden and spotless dining room. Room was great with en suite and everything we needed. Small and quirky but fine for the two of us. Breakfast was good, timely attentive service, very professional. Many thanks.
Travelstop1961
If you are looking for a family run hotel with parking and walking distance to town this is the place. Very clean, nice beds, breakfast great! Thank you Megan and Dan, our stay was lovely. Thanks to Dave and Eusabio in the kitchen and Kaylene, Ella, Eve and Ed. Take care :)
Peter Wood
Lovely hotel, we only had a one night stay but it was very convenient for walking into the town and seafront, great parking on site, grand stair lobby, well kept lounge and bar with pretty garden and spotless dining room. Room was great with en suite and everything we needed. Small and quirky but fine for the two of us. Breakfast was good, timely attentive service, very professional. Many thanks.
A6331HEpeterw
Lovely hotel, we only had a one night stay but it was very convenient for walking into the town and seafront, great parking on site, grand stair lobby, well kept lounge and bar with pretty garden and spotless dining room. Room was great with en suite and everything we needed. Small and quirky but fine for the two of us. Breakfast was good, timely attentive service, very professional. Many thanks.
Well what a fantastic stay again at The Woodlands - everything absolutely perfect. We have stayed at this hotel many times, and can say , without hesitation that our stay was perfect in every way, from the cleanliness of the hotel, the quality of the bedding, and the breakfast, not to mention the friendly and efficient staff. Well done everyone, and thanks Dan and Meghan for your friendly welcome! We shall be back!!!
vanconnell
We stayed one night on the way to Cornwall. It is a lovely and friendly hotel. Very comfortable bedroom and facilities. Set in beautiful gardens in Sidmouth. Easy to park and good home cooked food. Dogs are welcome too.
Christine Friery
Very friendly relaxed atmosphere dog friendly and excellent restaurant would go again.
Mark Kendal
Wonderful nights stay. Staff, breakfast and room perfect.
P3687VMjennifert
The food was good, handmade chips Lovely chicken breast. The decor was second to none, I thought I was on a film set ! Beautiful building, exceptional staff, very clean. A bit quaint. I ve not trued the pool yet !
The room was good; the bed very comfortable. The window was a bit draughty when it was closed, and although it was generally chilly weather, the quilt was far too warm. Admittedly, a difficult balance with this unpredictable weather, though. Although the proprietors are a bit unfriendly and rather impatient, we didn't have to deal with them much. Weirdly, they were so uninterested in their customers that they didn't even man the bar, preferring instead for guests to serve themselves and write down what they'd had. Every public space has a loud radio pumping out awful music (Smooth FM I think) and endless bloody advertising. This destroyed any sense of atmosphere, generating a strong urge to get out of the public spaces as soon as possible. Other than the proprietors, the rest of the staff were really very nice indeed. They were welcoming and happy. The hotel was wonderfully clean, the cleanest I can recall. And the location is very handy for town, beach and walks, as well as very quiet at night.Some slight irritations, other than the owners' unfriendly approach: Cupboard catches are not a good substitute for proper door latches and handles in bathroom doors. These made an extremely loud click, which was disruptive at night. The lights in the bathroom were extremely bright; again, very disruptive in the night. There is no shaving socket in the bathroom, either. The room TV is a tiny screen, with tinny, useless sound and not worth switching on; a false economy because it is actually useless. Finally, the strange regimented system of only being allowed to turn up to breakfast at one of three times seemed not to be designed for the convenience of the guests. And, sorry, but the coffee was truly awful. So, a few little niggles, but an interesting, well-located and historical place with wonderful hard-working staff!
Great hotel perfect for our requirements,All the rooms we stayed in were spotless clean. The large communal seating room with a honesty bar was light airy and again spotless. The owners were very helpful and friendly. The breakfasts had good choices and to a high standard.The hotel also benefits from a large car park and in a good position for both the seafront and the shops.
Thank you for a great stay at your B&B. We would certainly recommend. Room was clean, spacious and comfy - the bed cosy and not too soft - a great nights sleep. Wonderful breakfast and great service. Thanks again.
We stayed here for two nights and were very impressed with our stay. We received a warm welcome, and everyone there was so friendly and helpful throughout our stay. The rooms are comfortable and nicely decorated, with everything you would need. The food was delicious and varied meal choice each day. The grounds are very pretty and a short walk to both the town and the sea front. Would definitely stay again.
Fantastic 3 day stay with my wife. The hotel is super and breakfast and evening meals top notch. Will 100% be back.
This is a great hotel the owners are extremely friendly and helpful, the evening meal we had was superb.
Lovely hotel, we only had a one night stay but it was very convenient for walking into the town and seafront, great parking on site, grand stair lobby, well kept lounge and bar with pretty garden and spotless dining room. Room was great with en suite and everything we needed. Small and quirky but fine for the two of us. Breakfast was good, timely attentive service, very professional. Many thanks.
If you are looking for a family run hotel with parking and walking distance to town this is the place. Very clean, nice beds, breakfast great! Thank you Megan and Dan, our stay was lovely. Thanks to Dave and Eusabio in the kitchen and Kaylene, Ella, Eve and Ed. Take care :)
Lovely hotel, we only had a one night stay but it was very convenient for walking into the town and seafront, great parking on site, grand stair lobby, well kept lounge and bar with pretty garden and spotless dining room. Room was great with en suite and everything we needed. Small and quirky but fine for the two of us. Breakfast was good, timely attentive service, very professional. Many thanks.
Lovely hotel, we only had a one night stay but it was very convenient for walking into the town and seafront, great parking on site, grand stair lobby, well kept lounge and bar with pretty garden and spotless dining room. Room was great with en suite and everything we needed. Small and quirky but fine for the two of us. Breakfast was good, timely attentive service, very professional. Many thanks.
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Well what a fantastic stay again at The Woodlands - everything absolutely perfect. We have stayed at this hotel many times, and can say , without hesitation that our stay was perfect in every way, from the cleanliness of the hotel, the quality of the bedding, and the breakfast, not to mention the friendly and efficient staff. Well done everyone, and thanks Dan and Meghan for your friendly welcome! We shall be back!!!
We stayed one night on the way to Cornwall. It is a lovely and friendly hotel. Very comfortable bedroom and facilities. Set in beautiful gardens in Sidmouth. Easy to park and good home cooked food. Dogs are welcome too.
Very friendly relaxed atmosphere dog friendly and excellent restaurant would go again.
Wonderful nights stay. Staff, breakfast and room perfect.
The food was good, handmade chips Lovely chicken breast. The decor was second to none, I thought I was on a film set ! Beautiful building, exceptional staff, very clean. A bit quaint. I ve not trued the pool yet !