My husband and I stayed two nights here on a six day trip around the country. Those nights were the highlight of our trip as the other places didn't even come close to the standard set by The Grove. We arrived late due to a late concert in Bristol but Deirdre and Robert met us cheerfully and offered us a night cap and some conversation to welcome us into their lovely home. Our room was very spacious and clean and the bed was very comfortable and made up with freshly ironed sheets. Bathrobes hanging in the wardrobe for our use, a splendid bathroom with a power shower (I never felt so thoroughly cleaned) and beautiful views over the garden. They took us on a walk around this garden which is landscaped in a most creative way and when there is sun feels like you are in the south of France. Robert showed us his works in progress in his sculpture studio. Plenty of tourist information and maps available and good advice from Deirdre who for years has worked for the British Tourist Authority. She knows her stuff. The breakfasts were excellent, healthy and a good choice of cereals and jams as well as interesting food combinations such as pears and sausages. We felt very spoilt and it was hard to leave. We most certainly would recommend this delightful B and B and plan on returning sometime.

We were 2 couples spent 2 wonderful days with Deedra and
Robert, spacious rooms, very clean,beautiful outside gardens.
Mornings with super breakfeast.I highly recommend this place.
The only problem that u feel so good at their home, that maybe u
miss seeing Bath because u dont feel like leaving.

I have stayed at the Grove on several occasions; the Wolsey Lodge concept is great for lone travellers because the host makes a point of welcoming you, and Robert Strickland and his partner Dee are no exception.

The house is a most attractive listed building, constructed of bath stone, in a very quiet area of Bath and yet within walking distance of the station. The gardens are lovely too.

The rooms are clean and well equipped with nice touches such as fresh flowers and fresh milk, and a mug for your early morning tea! The beds are comfortable.

For lovers of cooked breakfast, it is a feast with butchers sausages, and free range eggs. For those of us who find this a little overwhelming first thing there is wonderful array of fruit and Dee’s speciality of cooked rhubarb with ginger – Excellent!

Whilst the Grove is more expensive than a Travel Lodge, it represents good value for money. To stay in a quintessentially Bath house, in elegant and very pleasing surroundings, in a city that is a World Heritage Site is undoubtedly very special.

The Grove is a very special place, where you can enjoy a quintessentially English experience (albeit with a strong Scottish dimension thrown in). It is situated within the city of Bath only a mile from the centre, yet in quiet rural surroundings. Our accommodation was superb, but what makes The Grove special is that you are welcomed and treated as part of the family. Robert and Dee Strickland are marvellous hosts who clearly enjoy meeting and talking to people and are enthusiastic to share knowledge. Robert is an excellent sculptor (the day job) and will welcome you into his studio to see his current work in progress.

Breakfast is round the large kitchen table, with some very special treats, including Dee’s Rhubard Compote – don’t miss it! And enjoy the conversation as well as the food.

This is not a hotel or a guest house; it is a very classy B&B offering a unique experience in a marvellous city. I would thoroughly recommend it to anyone who wants something special and different and enjoys meeting people.