After reading the reviews and description we were looking forward to our romantic getaway. Upon arrival the receptionist was brisk and dismissive. “Room no 4 around the corner”. I had to ask about parking. When I went back with other questions the reception was closed 5pm!
Please note this hotel is on the train line. Not too busy but there are trains!
The building was as described but upon a closer look was tired and needed repairs and some tender loving care. The same could be said for the room: door lock/handle nearly falling off, very bad reception for the tv even though we were in the town Centre (could not watch it), no drinking glasses, wine glasses did not match, bed very soft and if you wish to cuddle then you are rolled together in a big dip in the middle of the bed. Also there was a drip just outside that was not conducive to good sleep. A boutique hotel needs to have an eye for detail and it seems that nobody cares for this building. The garden area was neat and tidy.
The beautiful old pub across the road is closed so had to go in the car to find somewhere for a beer and food. Not walking distance, we asked a local.
Breakfast was such a disappointment after reading the reviews. Please a decent coffee would have been nice. Cheap instant does not cut it for a boutique hotel. Lots of sliced bread and pastries all wrapped in plastic. Whole fruit and sweet yoghurt. Basic muesli. Nothing hot apart from using the toaster. As a lover of good food this was a very bad experience and really prompted my review. Certainly not a boutique experience.