The Barford Inn
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Summary of reviewsSituated in a charming and peaceful village, The Barford Inn is an excellent base for exploring Salisbury, Stonehenge and the New Forest. Guests appreciate its picturesque setting, complete with an atmospheric interior and a cozy bar and restaurant. The inn’s strategic location near major historic sites and park-and-ride facilities makes it a convenient starting point for various excursions.
Visitors consistently commend the inn for its cleanliness, comfortable rooms and robust hospitality. Rooms, though noted to be on the smaller side, are described as cozy, well-equipped and punctuated by historic charm. Guests particularly highlight the impressive cleanliness with well-maintained spaces and clean linens contributing to a restful stay.
The dining experience at The Barford Inn is highly regarded. Breakfast receives accolades for its excellent, delicious offerings, including a standout full English breakfast served in the inn's quaint 16th-century setting. Dinner, especially the Sunday roast, is frequently described as superb, well-presented and substantial. While a few guests suggest a more diverse menu, the overall sentiment towards the food is overwhelmingly positive.
The staff at The Barford Inn earn high praise for their friendliness, helpfulness and warm welcome. Their attentive service significantly enhances the guest experience, making visitors feel right at home. The inn’s dog-friendly policy is another positive aspect, allowing pets to accompany their owners throughout the premises, which is a true delight for pet lovers.
Parking is ample and convenient with various secure options available on-site, adding to the ease of stay. Beds are generally found to be very comfortable, ensuring a good night's sleep, despite occasional remarks about firmness.
In summary, The Barford Inn stands out for its excellent location, historic charm, consistent cleanliness, high-quality dining and exceptionally friendly staff, making it a delightful and convenient option for both short breaks and extended visits. Its dog-friendly atmosphere further enhances its appeal, providing a welcoming retreat for travelers and their pets.
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Visitors consistently commend the inn for its cleanliness, comfortable rooms and robust hospitality. Rooms, though noted to be on the smaller side, are described as cozy, well-equipped and punctuated by historic charm. Guests particularly highlight the impressive cleanliness with well-maintained spaces and clean linens contributing to a restful stay.
The dining experience at The Barford Inn is highly regarded. Breakfast receives accolades for its excellent, delicious offerings, including a standout full English breakfast served in the inn's quaint 16th-century setting. Dinner, especially the Sunday roast, is frequently described as superb, well-presented and substantial. While a few guests suggest a more diverse menu, the overall sentiment towards the food is overwhelmingly positive.
The staff at The Barford Inn earn high praise for their friendliness, helpfulness and warm welcome. Their attentive service significantly enhances the guest experience, making visitors feel right at home. The inn’s dog-friendly policy is another positive aspect, allowing pets to accompany their owners throughout the premises, which is a true delight for pet lovers.
Parking is ample and convenient with various secure options available on-site, adding to the ease of stay. Beds are generally found to be very comfortable, ensuring a good night's sleep, despite occasional remarks about firmness.
In summary, The Barford Inn stands out for its excellent location, historic charm, consistent cleanliness, high-quality dining and exceptionally friendly staff, making it a delightful and convenient option for both short breaks and extended visits. Its dog-friendly atmosphere further enhances its appeal, providing a welcoming retreat for travelers and their pets.
Dog Friendly Inn
The Barford Inn is listed as dog-friendly.
Small Inn
Located in Salisbury, this inn provides a cozy and intimate setting. The inn is known for its welcoming atmosphere and comfortable accommodations, making it a great choice for a relaxing getaway.
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Guest Reviews
Nestled in a charming and quiet village, The Barford Inn offers an excellent and convenient location for those looking to explore the historic sites of Salisbury, Stonehenge and Woodhenge. Guests consistently praise the inn’s picturesque setting and atmospheric interior, which includes a cozy bar and restaurant area. The inn's positioning just off the main road makes it an ideal start point for trips to Salisbury, Shaftsbury, Sherbourne and the New Forest. The beautiful and authentic village, adorned with thatched cottages, provides a peaceful and restful retreat for travelers.
Visitors appreciate the friendly and welcoming staff, as well as the superb evening meals and delicious breakfasts. The inn's cleanliness and well-decorated spaces enhance the overall experience. With its brilliant location near park-and-ride facilities, access to the surrounding attractions is seamless. Whether staying for a short break or an extended visit, The Barford Inn offers a delightful and convenient base to explore the best of Wiltshire and beyond.
The breakfast at The Barford Inn consistently receives high praise from guests with many describing it as excellent, delicious and plentiful. The full English breakfast stands out for its taste and generous portions, often noted as a great start to the day. The 16th-century pub setting adds a unique charm to the dining experience, making breakfast feel special. Guests appreciate the freshly cooked meals and the careful attention to detail. The staff are frequently mentioned as lovely, friendly and helpful, contributing to an overall positive breakfast experience. Despite a few remarks about limited cereal options and occasional table size issues, the overall impression is that breakfast at The Barford Inn offers fantastic value and memorable quality.
At The Barford Inn, guests consistently praise the food offerings, particularly highlighting the dinner experience. The evening meals are described as superb, delicious and of very good quality. Many reviewers note that the food is not only tasty but also well-presented and abundant. The Sunday roast, in particular, receives high marks for being fantastic and plentiful.
The menu offers a range of options, although a few guests felt that it could be more varied. Despite this, the overall sentiment towards the dinner menu is positive with terms like very good, excellent and exceptional frequently used.
Service also garners commendation with guests enjoying their dining experience in a comfortable and clean setting. Many appreciate the reasonable pricing for the level of quality they receive. Breakfast, much like dinner, receives high accolades, rounding out the dining experience as both abundant and delicious.
In sum, The Barford Inn stands out for its consistency in delivering great food and a pleasant dining atmosphere, making it a recommended stop for anyone visiting the area.
The Barford Inn offers a cozy and comfortable stay with rooms that consistently receive praise for their cleanliness and comfort. While some guests note that the rooms are on the smaller side, they are described as practical, functional and well-equipped, providing everything needed for a pleasant stay. The historic charm of the inn, dating back to 1584, adds a unique touch to the experience and the maintenance is top-notch. Guests appreciate the warm and welcoming atmosphere created by the friendly host and staff. The inn's quiet location and lovely bar area further enhance the relaxing environment. Overall, The Barford Inn is recommended for its clean, comfortable and user-friendly accommodations.
The Barford Inn offers a restful experience with comfortable accommodations, as most guests have highlighted the beds as a significant positive aspect. The majority of visitors found the beds to be very comfortable, clean and conducive to a good night's sleep. The inn features nicely furnished rooms that, while not overly luxurious, provide coziness and a welcoming atmosphere. The clean and well-maintained beds contribute to an overall pleasant stay.
However, there were occasional remarks about the beds being too firm or the mattresses feeling lumpy and uncomfortable, indicating a need for potential updates. Despite these few instances, the general consensus suggests that the inn's bedding is of a high standard, promising a peaceful and comfortable stay complemented by friendly staff and a quiet location.
The Barford Inn consistently delivers impressive cleanliness throughout its accommodations. Guests frequently comment on the superb cleanliness of the rooms, noting that they are consistently tidy, comfortable and furnished with clean, odorless towels and bed linens. The rooms, although sometimes described as basic and small, are praised for being clean and tidy.
Travelers appreciate the rustic and antique atmosphere of the inn, which does not compromise the high standards of cleanliness. The welcoming and friendly staff further enhance the experience, ensuring that rooms are warm and well-prepared upon arrival. Many guests also highlight the very clean and bright rooms, contributing to an overall comfortable stay.
While the accommodation may not be overly luxurious, it is undeniably well-maintained and offers a cozy and pleasant environment. The presence of a modern bathroom in some rooms adds a touch of convenience. The pub's restaurant receives accolades for its delicious cooked breakfast, complementing the clean and comfortable lodgings.
In summary, The Barford Inn stands out for maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, making it a reliable choice for travelers seeking a clean and friendly stay with a charming, rustic appeal.
The Barford Inn boasts a team that consistently receives high praise from its guests, who repeatedly commend the staff for being incredibly friendly, helpful and welcoming. Guests often highlight the warm and efficient service that makes them feel right at home. The positive remarks extend to the inn's hosts and owners, who are described as lovely and accommodating. Visitors appreciate the attentiveness and professionalism of the staff, who always seem to go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant experience. The charming atmosphere of the pub, combined with good food and value for money, is elevated by the friendly demeanor of the staff. Despite one isolated negative review, the overwhelming consensus is that The Barford Inn staff are exceptional, contributing significantly to the overall enjoyment of their stay.
The Barford Inn offers ample parking options that cater to various needs. Guests consistently highlight the large, free and plentiful parking spaces available on-site. With a spacious and secure exclusive garage, private courtyard parking and a massive car park, visitors find it easy to park their vehicles whether they arrive in cars or motorcycles. The convenience and extensive parking facilities make it an attractive choice for those looking to enjoy a typical English small inn without any parking hassles.
At 'The Barford Inn,' dogs are treated with exceptional hospitality, making it an ideal stay for pet owners. The establishment boasts a very dog-friendly atmosphere, where dogs are welcome in various parts of the dining area and even in the bar during breakfast. Guests with dogs can enjoy hearty and good food without having to leave their furry companions behind. The ambiance is warm and welcoming, creating a pleasant environment for both humans and their pets.
The staff at 'The Barford Inn' are extremely helpful and friendly, ensuring that dogs are well catered for in every way. Pet owners have noted the importance of dogs being welcome in any part of the establishment, which adds significantly to the comfort and convenience of the stay. Additionally, the pub's location is ideal for those looking to enjoy lovely country walks with their dogs nearby.
Overall, the combination of pet-friendly amenities and the warm, welcoming attitude of the staff makes 'The Barford Inn' a delightful choice for travelers with dogs.
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Visitors appreciate the friendly and welcoming staff, as well as the superb evening meals and delicious breakfasts. The inn's cleanliness and well-decorated spaces enhance the overall experience. With its brilliant location near park-and-ride facilities, access to the surrounding attractions is seamless. Whether staying for a short break or an extended visit, The Barford Inn offers a delightful and convenient base to explore the best of Wiltshire and beyond.
Breakfast
Dinner
The menu offers a range of options, although a few guests felt that it could be more varied. Despite this, the overall sentiment towards the dinner menu is positive with terms like very good, excellent and exceptional frequently used.
Service also garners commendation with guests enjoying their dining experience in a comfortable and clean setting. Many appreciate the reasonable pricing for the level of quality they receive. Breakfast, much like dinner, receives high accolades, rounding out the dining experience as both abundant and delicious.
In sum, The Barford Inn stands out for its consistency in delivering great food and a pleasant dining atmosphere, making it a recommended stop for anyone visiting the area.
Rooms
Beds
However, there were occasional remarks about the beds being too firm or the mattresses feeling lumpy and uncomfortable, indicating a need for potential updates. Despite these few instances, the general consensus suggests that the inn's bedding is of a high standard, promising a peaceful and comfortable stay complemented by friendly staff and a quiet location.
Cleanliness
Travelers appreciate the rustic and antique atmosphere of the inn, which does not compromise the high standards of cleanliness. The welcoming and friendly staff further enhance the experience, ensuring that rooms are warm and well-prepared upon arrival. Many guests also highlight the very clean and bright rooms, contributing to an overall comfortable stay.
While the accommodation may not be overly luxurious, it is undeniably well-maintained and offers a cozy and pleasant environment. The presence of a modern bathroom in some rooms adds a touch of convenience. The pub's restaurant receives accolades for its delicious cooked breakfast, complementing the clean and comfortable lodgings.
In summary, The Barford Inn stands out for maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, making it a reliable choice for travelers seeking a clean and friendly stay with a charming, rustic appeal.
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Parking
Dog Friendly
The staff at 'The Barford Inn' are extremely helpful and friendly, ensuring that dogs are well catered for in every way. Pet owners have noted the importance of dogs being welcome in any part of the establishment, which adds significantly to the comfort and convenience of the stay. Additionally, the pub's location is ideal for those looking to enjoy lovely country walks with their dogs nearby.
Overall, the combination of pet-friendly amenities and the warm, welcoming attitude of the staff makes 'The Barford Inn' a delightful choice for travelers with dogs.
No, The Barford Inn doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at The Barford Inn.
Yes, The Barford Inn welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at The Barford Inn.
No, The Barford Inn doesn't have a gym.
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