I knowlingly booked my stay aware it was a very old character ful hotel, i certainly wasnt expecting all the new mod cons like a Jaoanese toilet seat or even air con (aware from other reviews of the smaller rooms)
And u actually enjoyed the history, the old paintngs, furniture etc
The staff were excellent, special mention to the evening dining staff, though maybe the younger bar staff of an evening could keep their conversations a little more professional when guests are sat there
If i was in a Holiday Inn i wouldnt even think twice but when youre paying such high prices, you expect a certain level of decorum
The grounds are beautiful and i enjoyed finding little nooks to read my book or listen to music
The breakfast price if not included in the room is extortionate at £26 in my opinion. It was ok but not THAT good to be worth £26 im afraid.
No coffee machine or fridge in room.
There was a fan provided which i had to keep on all night as was so hot, this didnt bother me in itself but it didnt really do the job, plus the bed was two singles joined together, i imagine this is due to the room being in the eves and not being able to get a double in there perhaps but it made my sleep totally broken, the bed was so uncomfortable, its my main issue with the stay and the main thing you need for a restful weekend!
So sadly for all the lovely history, staff, amazing dinner and grounds, the reason for my stay was rest and i came away more tired than i arrived
