My husband and I stayed here overnight on our way to London after finding our usual Marriott in the area fully booked. We were very impressed with the value for money. We were allowed to check in early as the room was ready. Decided to stay for dinner so we could both have a drink and although not cheap - the 3 course meal for 2 together with a bottle of wine for around £70 was pretty good. Lovely surroundings and everything was extremely clean. The room in the stable block was very spacious and comfortable, only complaint was a light bulb was out in the lamp. Breakfast the next day was superb - nicely cooked and VERY plentiful. Booking online also mean't that it cost £2.95 less. We loved this hotel and have already recommended it to friends, We would definitely stay again. The only thing I would have criticism about is that although the waiting staff were very efficient and polite - as other guests have mentioned, there was a rushed feeling about the service. We were offered bread and olives whilst waiting for our starter and then the starter was served before we could eat it! Hardly a gap between courses mean't that our evening was over before we would have liked. Similarly at breakfast, our order was taken and served before we had time to look at cereals etc. This may be a good thing if you are in a rush, but a leisurely stay needs a bit more leisurely service. I had wondered if it was because there were not many residents at the time and so the staff were not so busy - but once I'd read some other reviews - I think it's the normal service. Other than this - we will happily be visiting again the next time we're in the area.
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25 January 2012
Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. Very useful comments about the speed of service, good point for us to pick up on and be aware. There are clearly time for speed and time for a more leisurely pace depending on the occasion. Welcome back
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