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Lower Thornton Farm

4.0 of 5
Kenn, EX6 7XH Mamhead Rd, EX6 7XH , England
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Lower Thornton Farm
Ranked #8 of 77 Exeter B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
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Leicester UK
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Though less than a mile as the crow flies from the day and night roar of the traffic leaving the end of the M5 and continuing on the A38 and A380 Plymouth and Torquay roads, Lower Thornton Farm nestles just north of Mamhead, the highest point of the rolling Haldon Hills, in almost complete silence. After negotiating the two or... More

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Truro, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 November 2011

I agree with all the "excellent" reviews. We stayed in April 2011, when visiting Exeter for a show. What we hope for in a B&B is a fresh comfy bed and a clean room. Top marks for these, but so much more. The welcome with a cup of tea was an immediate bonus. The room was spotless, spacious and well-appointed... More

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Newark, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2011

I have stayed at the B&B about 10 times over the last 4 years and the service has been of the same excellent standard every time! The rooms are beautifully maintained and the breakfast is second to none! All in Lower Thronton Farm is a brilliant B&B in a hidden and peaceful locationall and undoubtably one of the best B&B's... More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 October 2011

We were met by the owner, Alison as we arrived down a very narrow Devon lane. Incredibly friendly. Comfortable, large rooms. Beds luxurious, TV in rooms, fantastic shower, lots of facilities, coffee, tea, hot chocolate in rooms. Wonderful cooked breakfast. Beautiful views iver the country, pheasants in fields. It was so good to get away for a few days to... More

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UK
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 August 2011

Yes, as others have said, you have to travel along very narrow country lanes to get to Lower Thornton Farm, but my goodness was it worth it! What a little gem. This place is lovely. It's set on a working farm, so you see the odd tractor when you arrive. But, worry not, if you aren't inclined towards mud and... More

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northern ireland
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 August 2011

My wife and I decided to stay here as we were visiting Exeter and wanted somewhere out in the countryside but still close enough to the city. To reach the farm you have to travel along some extremely narrow country lanes but what greets you at the end is worth it. The accommodation is modern, extremely clean and in a... More

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Alexandria, Virginia
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 July 2011

Our room was spacious and quiet, overlooking the surrounding farmland. Birds, including pheasants, wandered onto our patio to check on us. Full English breakfast in the charming dining room definitely started the next day right. Our hostess was welcoming and advised us where to eat dinner when we arrived. It was hard to believe we were only a short distance... More

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Weymouth, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2011

A lovely little B&B in a beautiful setting. The farm is right out in the middle of nowhere and is very peaceful, just right for getting away from it all. The room was a great size as was the en suite and both very clean. Staff very friendly and the full English breakfast was fantastic. The only bad point was... More

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UK
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2011

We spent 1 wet night here in the four poster room. very spacious accomodation - shame the TV was so small though. breakfast excellent. Would have loved to explore the area more, but the weather was poor. Can certainlt recommend though - excellent hospitality. More

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SEVENOAKS KENT
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2011

My husband and I stayed here for 2 nights while we were house hunting. An excellent find. We were greeted by Alison who made us a much needed pot of tea and biscuits. Our stay was very enjoyable in everyway. More

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Kenn, EX6 7XH Mamhead Rd, EX6 7XH , England
Price range (per night):* 76 AUD - 108 AUD

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