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The Old House, 20 Dogpole, SY1 1ES, England
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The Old House Suites
Ranked #3 of 42 Shrewsbury B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 58 Reviews
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Hertfordshire, UK
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“As real as it gets”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012
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Despite cold and dismal weather the whole Shrewsbury experience (what a great old town, enclosed by the river with a scarcity of 'chain' shops) was greatly enhanced by this accomodation. The place has a really great history and your host will probably take you on a tour of the highlights which is truly fascinating, and your host has researched a lot himself. It dates from Tudor times with many many original features. If you like hermetically sealed bedroom doors, flat floors and small modern minimalist rooms this is NOT for you. Most people however will find a spotless elegantly furnished room, with sloping original floors, original panelling, and view out towards the river as a great experience, only surpassed by the welcome at breakfast and the breakfast itself.

Parking nearby is not possible and in fact take great care when arriving because if you drive past it, the one way system will takes a very long time (because of the traffic) to get you back there. Paid for parking in the open at the bottom of the hill (10 mins walk) is the best bet and your host will take youthere.

All in all a great place to stay in a lovely town, and totally to be recommended

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Leicestershire
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Special, Different and Superb!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2012
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person found this review helpful

I booked the Old House Suites for an Anniversary weekend away for me and my Husband, I chose it based on the TA reviews and was not disappointed! We had the Mary Tudor Suite and it was Wonderful! Tony and Mary the owners were away on holiday so Fred their son looked after us. From greeting us on arrival and showing us to the car park, to giving us restaurant and bar advice, he was a perfect host. The House itself is beautiful and the room itself was so regal. There were excellent touches such as fresh fruit in the room to the fresh milk in the tiny fridge for tea and coffee rather than awful UHT packets. The breakfast was superb and Fred was happy to accommodate my request for smoked Salmon and scrambled eggs as I am not a full English fan. Everything was lovely from the bread to the jams and cereal, all the highest quality. The library was a nice setting to have breakfast and felt really cosy. The location could not be better as it is right in Shrewsbury centre, yet not noisy at all. I indulged in a soak in the roll top bath and by the time I had come out Fred had just delivered our complimentary bottle of bubbly as we stayed for 2 nights. I am 4 months pregnant however so I enjoyed one small glass and my husband gladly polished off the rest!
Other things to mention, the Bathroom was huge and had a fantastic shower as well as the lovely bath. The towels smelt lovely and were so soft! Nice toiletries, I really can’t recommend this place enough! It was quaint and unique and the service and attention to detail was wonderful! I have already recommended it to all of my family and friends, some of which I know plan to go this year. We will be back this year...........with a little one in tow, who Fred assured us will also be welcome. All I can say is don’t even um and ah about it, if you have discovered this little gem....BOOK IT!

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Fabulous, beautiful, wonderful”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2011

We had the best Twixmas break ever (have been doing this many years) at this truly unique bed and breakfast. The building is right in the heart of town and fabulous - the tour is highly recomended for history buffs! The Mary Tudor Suite is beautiful as is the main room in the Thomas Bromley suite - the second bedroom is a little small and less luxurious but still lovely. We did not see the Catherine of Aragon Suite but as it is the most expensive room I am sure it exceeds the rest. The service was immaculate, very friendly and relaxing and the breakfasts were wonderful, using the best quality ingredients. P.S. free cat bed warmer available if desired.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Manchester, United Kingdom
2 reviews
“Simply outstanding”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 December 2011

Stayed two nights at the end of a winter walking holiday to add a little luxury to the holiday. A surprise present for my wife as we'd tried many times to book.

We were not in the least bit disappointed after a long wait and the atmosphere, warm welcome and sense of history lived up to the many previous reports on trip advisor. Don't dilly dally.....book now and enjoy

  • Stayed December 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Wiltshire
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
55 helpful votes 55 helpful votes
“wow”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 December 2011

Having decided to have a break in Shrewsbury, used TA to see what was on offer and booked here based on the reviews. My only complaint about the mostly 5s and the odd, clearly curmudgeonly, 4 is that they go nowhere near doing this place justice. The overall effect is of staying with agreeable and well to do friends. The room itself is a delight, huge, airy and comfortable with lovely views over the town. We were given an excellent breakfast in the study (reinforcing the "friends" angle) and a wonderful tour of the house with all its history. Absolutely fabulous. Oh, and the complimentary bottle of fizz too.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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The Old House, 20 Dogpole, SY1 1ES, England
Price range (per night):* INR7,412 - 10,923

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