National Trust's Croft Castle and Parkland - 22 min drive
Mortimer Forest - 26 min drive
Getting around
Bucknell Station - 19 min drive
Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 110 min drive
Restaurants
The Charlton Arms - 14 min drive
Bridge Inn - 15 min drive
The Lion - 9 min drive
The Green Cafe - 15 min drive
The Riverside Inn - 14 min drive
About this property
Old Downton Lodge
Luxury guesthouse
You can look forward to free breakfast, a bar, and a business center at Old Downton Lodge. Free WiFi in public areas and a restaurant are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
Free self parking
An outdoor tennis court, an electric car charging station, and wedding services
Smoke-free premises, multilingual staff, and table tennis
Languages
English, French, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Electric car charging station on site
Food and drink
Free breakfast available
1 restaurant
1 bar
Things to do
Outdoor tennis court
Table tennis
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Multilingual staff
Wedding services
Business services
Business center
Conference space
Meeting room
Accessibility
This property does not have elevators
More
Smoke-free property
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property welcomes adults only
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Old Downton Lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Old Downton Lodge?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Old Downton Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Old Downton Lodge?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Old Downton Lodge located?
Situated in Ludlow, this luxury guesthouse is within 9 mi (15 km) of Ludlow Food Centre, Mortimer Forest, and Kilpeck Church. Shropshire Hills and Ludlow Brewing Company are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Old Downton Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Wonderful.
Cannot rate eco friendly as no idea what is required.
Bedside lights were not good for reading in bed and would have preferred squashy armchairs or sofa to the sit up and beg armchairs.
Small criticisms.
Food was exceptional and it was peaceful and quiet in gorgeous countryside.
We were going for a night away. It was convenient to drive to. The meal was very good and the service was also good. The waiting staff were very attentive at both the evening meal and breakfast. Beautiful countryside.
Beautiful renovated house and farm buildings dating back to the sixteenth century. Our room (2) was on the upper floor above the courtyard with high vaulted rafters and stone interior. Superb lighting options, excellent comfortable bed, two seater sofa, tea and coffee and wardrobe with plenty of hangers in the bathroom. It felt high quality and spacious. The bath was excellent with a rain shower over the bath. We went in winter but the courtyard had plenty of seating in little garden areas which would be lovely on a summer's day. The hotel lounge and dining room was excellent with the latter feeling like a grand small room in an elegant castle. Both dinner (tasting menu) and breakfast were first class. The area is remote (15 minutes from Ludlow) with some challenging driving in back lanes but it is stunning, offering lovely walks in the better weather. We felt well looked after and would not hesitate to return.
Faultless. Beautiful accommodation with the most comfortable of beds and an amazing shower. Just loved it. We also dined and we’re treated to real gourmet food. Can’t recommend this place highly enough.
First rate experience from check-in to departure. The location, in the middle of a country estate, means it is quiet and secluded, and the meals are outstanding.
Very enjoyable in the main - lovely staff, great food and a comfortable room, but annoying heating /boiler noises during the night as though the heating or water system was constantly firing up for a couple of minutes every half hour.
Some staff not particularly welcoming or friendly. When leaving hotel would have been nice to have had a ‘did you enjoy your stay?’ Or ‘we hope you enjoyed your stay’ or anything nice really. Breakfast was nice and waitress service good. Room was clean and functional. Plenty of parking available.