The Old Posthouse B&B is set in Normanby by Spital, 2.2 km from Caenby. Both free WiFi and private parking are available on site. There are 3 Guest bedrooms in the bed and breakfast and each has a kettle with tea and coffee options. Every room has its own private bathroom with a shower and toilet, with 2 of the bedrooms having ensuite shower rooms. The bedrooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. In 2023 we were awarded a Rose Award by VisitEngland to reflect our service to guests. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental and full English breakfast. The Old Posthouse B&B has been awarded 4 stars by VisitEngland, along with a Silver Award and a Breakfast Award. Lincoln is 17 km from The Old Posthouse B&B, while Doncaster is 45 km away. The nearest airport is Humberside Airport, 25 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Caenby
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  • Fran
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was in a pretty village, good parking and well situated. Charming hosts who chatted knowledgeably about local area. Fabulous home made lemon cake and very nice breakfast ( perfect properly poached eggs) Spotlessly clean and well equipped....
  • Johanna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Hosts was very welcoming, BB was very clean, room was lovey, bed was was so comfortable, lots of refreshments, and the lemon drizzle cake just hit the spot. Breakfast was lovely, would recommend this BB
  • Joanne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was idyllic, lovely and quiet. The room was decorated to a high standard and the bathroom was out of the world. Everything was clean and tidy. The breakfast choice was second to none and the host were exceptional. We would definitely...

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THE OLD POSTHOUSE B&B, NORMANBY BY SPITAL
The Old Posthouse is located in the former village post office. The building dates back to Victorian times; and has been refurbished to a high standard, while retaining it's character. It is north of Lincoln just off the A15 in the small Lincolnshire village of Normanby by Spital. The Old Posthouse has plenty of off-road parking within an enclosed garden and behind gates which are shut at night; 3 comfortable and clean bedrooms (individually decorated) accommodating up to 6 people (2 with ensuites and 1 with its own large private and exclusive bathroom); free WiFi which has recently been upgraded; luxury Hypnos mattresses for guests' comfort; comfy seats and sofas downstairs in the Dining Room and the Snug and an outside seating area in the garden where guests can relax. The Dining Room and Snug are also where breakfasts and evening meals are served. Each room has either a Kingsize bed (2 of the bedrooms) or a Double bed (1 bedroom). We offer a large range of teas and coffees, and provide homemade cake on arrival; and outside the rooms there is a communal fridge with fresh milk and filtered water for guests. Guests have their own entrance to the property. The village pub, The Bottle & Glass, is roughly a 2 minute walk from the front door; as is the village shop/post office. And if that pub is closed there is The Crown in Glentham, which is a 5 minute drive away or a 25 minute walk along a footpath. The Old Posthouse has a VisitEngland 4 star rating, a Silver Award and a Breakfast Award and offers a great place to stay as a base for exploring large parts of Lincolnshire, or if visiting the area on business or seeing family or friends.
We want our guests to enjoy their stay. We do what we can to ensure your stay is relaxing and comfortable - a home from home - whether on holiday, wanting to explore the area or visiting for a specific purpose such as business, visiting friends or family. To try to ensure our guests get a good night's sleep, we use luxury Hypnos mattresses for each of the beds, and use quality cotton bed linen. We take great pride in our Award winning breakfasts, offering a wide choice of quality Lincolnshire produce. Many of the reviews of The Old Posthouse comment on how good the breakfast is and the choice - there is the homemade granola, the Maud Foster porridge with homemade compote and Lincolnshire honey, the extensive range of teas and coffees, The Old Posthouse Full English breakfast, French toast with a choice of toppings, and Alfred Enderby smoked salmon or smoked haddock. We think breakfast should set you up for the day. We also offer evening meals by separate arrangement. We have a range of literature for guests to use to discover things to do in the area - such as walks in the Lincolnshire Wolds; visiting RAF heritage sites; looking for antiques at Hemswell Cliff; or looking at the various places of interest in Lincoln and elsewhere. We were chosen as one of 3 finalists for the Tourism Excellence Awards in 2019 and 2020 for Lincolnshire for Best Bed and Breakfast; SME News recently named us Most Charming Bed and Breakfast 2023 - Lincolnshire; and VisitEngland awarded us a Rose Award for 2023 in recognition of our service excellence. 1 review summarises what we hope our guests will think of us and our Bed and Breakfast, from a couple who were exploring the area: "One of the best holiday stays we have had in 31 years of holidaying. Lovely welcome, a great room, cosy snug and fabulous evening meals." We like meeting people and want our guests to feel at home, which is why so many reviews comment on how much they enjoyed their stay and the warm welcome we offer.
The Old Posthouse is located north of Lincoln in the small village of Normanby by Spital. The village has a long history and is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, described as Normanebi. The Spital refers to the ancient hospital that used to be in the now called Spital-in-the-Street on the old Roman road, Ermine Street (now the A15). The village pub, The Bottle & Glass, is roughly a 2 minute walk from the front door; as is the village shop/post office. And if that pub is closed there is The Crown in Glentham, which is a 5 minute drive away or a 25 minute walk along a footpath through fields. The village is surrounded by farmland and provides a quiet, relaxing place to stay, whether as a base for exploring or visiting the area or for work. There are various walks, cycle rides and runs to go on from The Old Posthouse if in need of some exercise - guests can bring their bikes and go for a cycle ride, or bring their running things for an early morning or evening run along country lanes. The village is a 5 minute drive from both the A15 and A631, with easy access to a variety of local attractions including the city of Lincoln with it's ancient castle and cathedral and other attractions, Market Rasen Racecourse, the antiques centres at Hemswell Cliff, The Lincolnshire Showground, The Lincolnshire Wolds and Gainsborough Old Hall.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Old Posthouse B&B
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Alarm clock
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Wake up service/Alarm clock
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    The Old Posthouse B&B takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 17:00 to 22:00

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Curfew

    Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 01:00 and 05:00

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 10 years are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted The Old Posthouse B&B accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 06:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform The Old Posthouse B&B in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

    FAQs about The Old Posthouse B&B

    • Guests staying at The Old Posthouse B&B can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan

    • The Old Posthouse B&B offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • The Old Posthouse B&B is 0.6 miles from the centre of Caenby. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Room options at The Old Posthouse B&B include:

        • Double

      • Check-in at The Old Posthouse B&B is from 17:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

      • The prices at The Old Posthouse B&B may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.