The Great Grubb, Fallowfields, Plymouth Road, Totnes, TQ9 5LX, United Kingdom
#6 of 12 B&Bs and Inns in Totnes
Guests' ChoiceBased on 105 B&B reviews
8.2Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.5
Location
8.7
Facilities
8.1
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.1
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 5 September 2025
Gordon
GermanyI had some difficulty finding the place, mainly due to my failure to remember the details of the address and how to get there. The sign outside the property is, however, partially concealed by a large bush, which meant that I walked past without seeing it and it took me some time to realize that I had walked too far.
The staff were friendly and welcoming. I soon felt at home - except that my home is seldom so clean and tidy! Not only was the breakfast very good, but I didn't have to pay extra for it. I've stayed at half-a-dozen guesthouses, hotels, etc. during the past two weeks. This shares first place in my ranking.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 23 August 2025
Severine
United KingdomI advice the ower to chage the mattress as it was very very soft, she said she would.
Very good communication, the ower was friendly an helpful, allowing me to drop my luggage before the check in. The room was well equiped, and clean. TheGreat Grub is well located, 15 min walk from the station, less than 10 from town. I would happily book there in the future.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Sally
United KingdomThe owner was very helpful and friendly. It was in a good location for visiting Totnes.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 12 July 2025
Pru
United KingdomLaid back clean comfortable
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 6 July 2025
June
United KingdomWas dated could do with a fridge in the room,
Good location to the town. Quite plenty of parking. Breakfast was excellent. nothing seems 2 much trouble
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 23 May 2025
Jane
United Kingdomroom a little dingy, noise from upstairs due to lack of sound proofing
easy access reasonable location
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 20 April 2025
Mary-ann
United KingdomVery attentive & accommodating host. Great location within walking distance of town centre & good parking at property.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 9 April 2025
Sara
United KingdomThere was a 'method' to manage the hot water for the shower. The owner kept us informed before and during our stay and was waiting for this to be fixed properly by a plumber. It didn't deter from our stay.
Communication was easy with very friendly and helpful owners. Room was clean and comfortable. It was refreshed each day and parking on site was a bonus. It was only a short 10 minute walk into Totnes.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 11 December 2024
Ruth
United KingdomShower water was not hot
Friendly welcome. Clean room and bathroom.Good location within walking distance of the town centre. Warm room Easy parking
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 19 October 2024
Helen
United KingdomThe family who run the hotel are so welcoming and friendly. They were really good at keeping in touch before and during our stay and answering our questions. The breakfast was ample, we had cereal, yogurt and fruit and a pot of coffee. We didn't choose the cooked breakfast as we were eating later. It was only about 15 minutes walk out of town.it was easy to catch busses and ferries. Absolutely perfect for what we wanted. We had the seperate annex room at the front. It was quiet and private. Great stay. Thank you
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 17 October 2024
Jackie
United KingdomFriendly Staff
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 10 September 2024
Michael
United KingdomA bit cold for the time of year, managed to get towel rail heating on day 2 only
Comfy bed, good shower, pleasant view, easy stroll into Totnes
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 24 August 2024
L
SwitzerlandI liked it all, felt very at home, and have nothing but smiling gratitude for the stay. However, to be fair, it wasn't quite what the website led me to expect. There isn't any food served there and it is much more of a family place, like a big house, than I thought it would be. However, it was all lovely and I can definitely recommend it.
Delightful and helpful hostess and a cozy home-like feeling. Comfortable, clean, and surprisingly quiet. Nice sunny sitting area in the back with tables: lovely to sit and read or eat, or meet other guests. Easy walking distance to town.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 15 June 2024
Fernando
United StatesThe room was a bit tight but we made it work. There was some road noise and other noise but that all quieted down during the evening. Also, we had planned to walk to the train station but really didn't think that it would be as easy as suggested, hence, the taxi.
Comfortable bed and nice shower though the cabinet was a bit small. Sandra was an excellent hostess and helped us in every was she could. She helped us book a taxi and made sure we were as comfortable as possible.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 10 June 2024
Patrick
United StatesNo comment
Good value lodging in walking distance from Totnes HS. Breakfast is not offered, however the landlady makes available cereal and milk for a simple morning munch if required. Would stay again.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 20 March 2024
Gaynor
ChinaJust the cleaning of the room probably could have been better...
Warm cozy room with tea facilities and bathroom...just needed a bath mat from out of the shower and the room cleaning a bit better, but it was all good for 2 nights.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 24 October 2023
Forslund
SwedenThin walls. Could easily here from outside.
Verry friendly staff and cousy clean room.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 15 September 2023
Carole
United KingdomThe hostess was very welcoming, friendly and helpful . Our room was small but comfortable. Perfect location and only 15 minutes walk into Totnes town.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 10 September 2023
Mark
United KingdomGood breakfast
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 21 August 2023
Ian
United KingdomBreak fast all good bedroom was comfortable and clean
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 14 August 2023
Bernard
United KingdomLack of proper electric points. Phone signal in area was non existent.
Breakfast
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 12 August 2023
Dave
United KingdomNothing really
Comfort, location, breakfast.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 31 July 2023
Elaine
United KingdomThe owners were amazing. Ordered taxi, take away breakfast... nothing too much trouble Great location. Excellent patio space and nice little touches in room.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 28 July 2023
Mary
United KingdomFriendly comfortable place to stay on the outskirts of Totnes. Served a great breakfast. A lovely conservatory and patio garden.
Stayed in July 2023
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