Old Downton Lodge

Downton on the Rock, Downton, SY8 2HU, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.4/10! <small>(score from <b>29</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
a living room with a couch and a fireplace at Old Downton Lodge in Downton
a living room filled with furniture and a fireplace at Old Downton Lodge in Downton
a table with two wine glasses and two bowls of food at Old Downton Lodge in Downton
a table with a tray of bread and a plate of butter at Old Downton Lodge in Downton
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Old Downton Lodge

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Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
29 reviews

Experience world-class service at Old Downton Lodge

Set in an 18th-century farmhouse with views across the Shropshire countryside, Old Downton Lodge is just 15 minutes’ drive from Ludlow’s historic town centre and castle. With a beautiful flower-filled courtyard, this guest accommodation offers rooms with wooden beams and flagstone floors. A private modern bathroom with a selection of toiletries is included in each individually designed bedroom, which also has a flat-screen TV with a DVD player and a hairdryer. Some rooms at Old Downton have a four-poster bed. Free Wi-Fi throughout.. Full English breakfasts and evening meals are served in the grand and elegantly furnished dining room, which features bare stone walls and a high ceiling. Open to both residents and locals, We have won many awards notably 3 AA Rosettes since 2015 and listing in Michelin Guide since 2015. Our menus evolve seasonally. We serve an a La Carte as well as a Tasting menu. Dinner is served Monday to Sunday between 6pm and 8:30pm. (Dinner on Sunday and Monday only A La Carte unless you pre-order the Tasting Menu). We take Lunch bookings for 8 or more please call us with your enquiry. Afternoon Tea Monday to Sunday between 3pm and 5pm please pre-book at least 24 hours in advance We will of course be happy to cater for dietary requirements with 24 hours notice. Children over the age of 13 years old welcome. Please note we do not offer a Childrens menu. Scenic walks can be enjoyed in the surrounding countryside. Free private parking is available and Croft Castle and its parklands are within 20 minutes’ drive of Old Downton Lodge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.4
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Vanezi
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “What a magnificent find this place was! We loved the location, the food was of such a high quality, we don’t think we will ever stop talking about it and the service was incredible! Highly recommend!”
  • Malcolm
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The staff were really caring and attentive - well done. If I was to mention one person in particular, it would be Winter who greeted us and also attended to us in the restaurant/ bar - well done.”
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “A perfect stay in a romantic setting and a beautiful and peaceful location. The staff were attentive, helpful and professional. The evening meals in the restaurant, were more than worthy of the awards they have been given.”

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Old Downton Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Hairdryer
Activities
  • Archery
  • Mini golf
  • Squash
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing
  • Tennis court
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
General
  • Adult only
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules
Old Downton Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Dinner is served 7 nights a week from 6.00pm till 8.30pm. Tasting menu and A La Carte available Tuesday-Saturday. Sunday-Monday A La Carte only. Half board option includes 3 courses of The A La Carte Menu (upgrade to Tasting Menu is available at extra cost). The sitting room/bar closes the door at 11pm.

Please inform Old Downton Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Old Downton Lodge

  • Old Downton Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Check-in at Old Downton Lodge is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Old Downton Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, Old Downton Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at Old Downton Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • Old Downton Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Table tennis
    • Fishing
    • Tennis court
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Darts
    • Squash
    • Archery

  • Old Downton Lodge is 0.9 miles from the centre of Downton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.