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4 out of 5
The Old Vicarage Dolfor
The Old Vicarage, Dolfor, Newtown, Wales

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great short stay, well looked after by the hosts and the variety of choice for breakfast was excellent. Will definitely stay again when next in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Tim & Helen on Mar 30, 2024
Thank you Richard

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice BnB
Lovely remote place, very piecful and quiet. Room was clean as was the bathroom. Breakfast selection was a little weird.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from Tim & Helen on Nov 8, 2023
Thanks David but breakfast selection weird?

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really lovely place, super comfortable and well worth a visit.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Tim & Helen on Sep 22, 2023
Thabks Neil

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend. Beautiful and comfortable. I loved the menu choice at breakfast and being able to buy jams/pickles the owners had made. We were very comfortable in our rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Tim & Helen on Sep 7, 2023
Hi Jane much appreciated. Our new breakfast choices are proving very popular.Best WishesTim & Helen

8/10 Good

Mike

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tim and Helen, we’re very good and welcoming hosts. Nothing was too much trouble for them.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Tim & Helen on Jul 21, 2023
Thanks Mike much appreciated

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant
Could not fault anything during our stay. Would highly recommend the Old Vicarage!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Tim & Helen on Apr 11, 2023
Thank you David, much appreciated

10/10 Excellent

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from Tim & Helen on Aug 28, 2022
Thank you

8/10 Good

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice views. Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from Tim & Helen on Aug 27, 2022
Thanks Ana

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stopping over due to a business meeting in Newtown. Which is about 5 minute drive. The place is lovely and owners very accommodating and friendly. Had one of the best nights sleep in a long time and would recommend staying here for sure. Breakfast is between 7am-9am but we had to be on road for 7am and let us have it for 6:45am.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Myfanwy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Response from Tim & Helen on Apr 12, 2022
Thank you so much Myfanwy

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Response from Tim & Helen on Sep 29, 2021
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from Tim & Helen on Sep 29, 2021
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
PERFECT!
We had a very good stop over at the Old Vicarage everything was top quality full marks from us!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from Owners on Aug 1, 2021
Thank you Robert, much appreciated Best Wishes Tim & Helen

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable and outstanding service and food by the owners.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from Owner on Jul 26, 2021
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
What a lovely place and great people. Very welcoming and fantastic rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from Owners on Jul 24, 2021
Thanks Nick, much appreciated Best Wishes Tim & Helen

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place to stay
This was a really lovely place to stay. Felt like a hotel rather than a B&B. I was met on arrival and talked through everything which made for a really personal service. The breakfast was amazing and a fantastic stay all round. I would definitely book again and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Response from Tim on Jun 16, 2021
Thank you so much. Really appreciate your review! Best wishes Tim & Helen

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful and friendly hosts.
Enjoyable stay. Very clean, all Covid compliant. Excellent breakfast choice and quality, home made products. Helpful and friendly hosts. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from Tim on Jun 11, 2021
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cant wait to come back again.
A lovely relaxing stay, beautiful room, great attention to detail, excellent service, food was incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Response from Tim on Jun 23, 2021
Thank you Catherine!

10/10 Excellent

Marcin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, quiet and relaxing
Stayed for a 7 night break in August. We were warmly welcomed and taken to our very comfortable cosy room with a beautiful view of neighbouring fields. The breakfasts here are the best we have ever experienced with such a great choice - we especially enjoyed the porridge and home made jam. Tim and Helen were great hosts - there are a number of changes in place due to covid but they did not impact negatively on the holiday. It was good to have the use of the comfortable lounge and outdoor seating area. We had the set 3 course dinner one evening, again cooked beautifully and with a delicious bottle of red wine. Located just a ten minute drive to Newtown in beautiful countryside for peace and quiet and relaxation can highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from Old Vicarage Dolfor on Aug 24, 2020
Thanks Christine for such a lovely review. Staycations of 7 nights are proving popular due to Covid-19 so it's so rewarding to have such a review. There is so much to do and see in Mid Wales and the scenery is spectacular. Best Wishes Tim & Helen

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely nights stay in an old vicarage...
Stay was exactly as we expected from an old Vicarage... Lovely old building, lots of history and character and individually decorated rooms with their own unique charm. Rooms were nice and clean, without looking sterile, food was very enjoyable and I like that they used local or home grown/made food and drink and the owners where extremely pleasant and welcoming. Lovely views from both the front and rear of the property and enjoyed a relaxing drink in the garden post evening meal. Lovely stay and would definitely recommend a stay...
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Response from The Old Vicarage Dolfor on Aug 24, 2020
Thanks Simon, we are certainly blessed with living in a beautiful part of Wales. We have a restaurant background so food plays an important role here at The Old Vicarage Dolfor. Best Wishes Tim & Helen

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Response from Tim on Dec 4, 2019
Thanks for the 10 whoever you are

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and reception: Very welcoming and helpful. Facilities: Very comfortable bedroom, in which all the Guests needs had been considered - hair dryer, good lights, luxurious towels etc. Very comfortable and stylish reception and dining rooms. Breakfast: Outstanding, with wide choice of cereals, ham, very good cheeses and quince jelly, fruit, and imaginative second courses. [make sure you make sure if breakfast is included in your price]
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from Owners on Oct 1, 2019
Thanks for this excellent review. We do pride ourselves on our breakfast choice. Yes it is possible to book on a room only basis lured in by the cheapest rate but it's no problem to add it later. Best wishes Tim & Helen

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First Class
Tim contacted me earlier in the day to confirm my approximate arrival and was on hand with a warm welcome when I arrived. Both the Vicarage and the views of the surrounding area are fantastic. Although there are no restaurant facilities on-site, Tim pointed me in the direction of The Dolfor Inn, which was served a good selection of food at good prices. My room was immaculate and had all the facilities required, and the bed extremely comfortable. Breakfast in the morning was again excellent and I would highly recommend The Old Vicarage.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Response from Owner on Sep 20, 2019
Thanks Darren for your excellent review. We no longer serve evening meals but can provide a mezze plate for those wanting to eat in. Best wishes Tim

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and views were stunning, would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Old Vicarage Dolfor on Aug 8, 2019
Yes we are surrounded by beautiful scenery

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was very comfortable. The view from our window of the countryside was spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Tim on Jul 11, 2019
Thank you for taking the time to review. Yes we are surrounded by stunning scenery!

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect place to stay in midWales
"We enjoyed our stay very much! Beautiful breakfasts! Delightful dinner! Clean and very comfortable room and blissful quiet. Helen and Tim are wonderful hosts. We woke every morning to a lovely view of sheep grazing in an emerald green field with hills in the distance. We can recommend The Old Vicarage Dolfor very highly!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from Tim on Jun 7, 2019
Thanks Chris, we do live in a beautiful part of the country

8/10 Good

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay
Lovely part of Wales, fantastic scenery great weather
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great B+B
Great B+B, we had dinner there too (3 courses for £25) which was excellent. Recommend if you're visiting the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from Old Vicarage Dolfor on Nov 23, 2018
Thanks Danny yes we offer evening meals but you need to book

8/10 Good

Sian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little urban B and B
This restful BnB is located in a small village near Newtown. We stayed in the king room with ensuite bathroom (with a bath) upstairs on the top floor. Both rooms were very clean and nicely decorated. Tea/coffee supplies are available in the room, and bathrobes are supplied. There is a guest lounge on the ground floor and outdoor tables and chairs if you want space to relax. Wifi is available in the bedrooms and lounge area. A continental buffet and excellent cooked breakfast of your choice are included, using several items they make themselves or from local suppliers (and you can purchase the jams, juice, chocolate etc as well). With 24 hours’ notice you can arrange a hot dinner at the Vicarage (or a cold plate on the night), otherwise we had huge meals at the Dolfor Inn a few minutes’ drive away. The Vicarage owners are friendly, helpful and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice b and b. Only downside was that it is on a major road and you can hear traffic passing by. Would recommend for a night stay passing through the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

6/10 Okay

David

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unique and comfortable
Great choice for a short stay just outside Newtown. Lovely old building and grounds and I enjoyed a very peaceful and comfortable sleep. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

J, cardiff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable business stay
Lovely. Stayed before. Very welcoming. Can recommend an evening meal but remember to book that 24hrs prior to arrival. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy and great breakfast
Stayed for one night in the two bedroom suite. Very comfy bed and fabulous breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

mark, mansfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet and hospitable - A*
Great place. Warm and friendly owners. Very rural location with pub just up the road. Would definitely return when in the area. Thanks Helen!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Karleen, Maryland, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely and relaxing...
We truly enjoyed our stay at the Old Vicarage Dolfor. The owners, Tim and Helen are lovely and warm. The location is beautiful and peaceful. Our room was relaxing and beautifully decorated with a wonderful shower and great view of the surrounding area. The food is out of this world! We highly recommend arranging a dinner prepared by Tim.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lovely setting, great service and I will return
This was a last minute booking for a business trip and I made a great choice. The hosts were spot on, evening meal was very good and a hearty breakfast set me up for the next day.

10/10 Excellent

Peter, San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Old Vicarage Dolfor, Newtown, Wales
1. Excellent hosts,Tim and Helen; they were very warm and hospitable! 2. The Old Vicarage is a beautiful house in a quiet location. The rooms were impeccably clean and comfortable. 3. Stunning view of the surrounding countryside. 4. Outstanding food (welcoming tea, dinner and breakfast). 5. Ease of parking. 6. Will definitely stay at the Old Vicarage again if we are in Wales! 7. Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort