JJO0204
ngày 3 tháng 6 năm 2024
Seeking: Traditional 5*, one night spa break with semi-formal fine dining. Conclusion up-front: One expects 'excellent' based on reputation and price. We felt we received it. One night left us as relaxed as a week. A pleasure to be somewhere things are done 'right'. Aiming: 5 Is: 5 Booking/Reception/Lobby: 4. Minor mark down. Pre-check in dinner reservation hic-up (corrected in short order). Valet service/luggage transfer wasn't clear on arrival. Short wait on check out. Fudge and still water readily available at the slightest sight of dis-ease. Room: 5. With the firm caveat this product is delibrately constrained being a period property. The sound insulation and materials cannot be of new build integrity. Character is the charm. Were upgraded to a suite with walk in wardrobe, lounge area, hidden roof terrace (knowingly sacrificing views available elsewhere). Lavish whilst understated. Turn down service offered. Spa: 5. Magnificent frontage. Multiple Thalasso stations. Outdoor Jacuzzis. Dedicated bar/lounge. Plentiful amienities. Bar/Main Resturant: 5 - Menu: 5 Varied, not cluttered. Bias, but not limited, to classic rural English dishes. - Food: 5 Verging on 'star contender' level. Veal faultlessly cooked. Breakfast is a traditionally well furnished triumph. - Beverage: 5 Solmellier & selection excellent. Due to Solmellier technology there is the option to purchase most (fine) wines by the glass. Bar manager particularly knowledgeable & passionate (French 75 & and a sturdy cheese selection). Service: 5 Immaculate individuals non-intrusuvely appear on the drop of a menu. If you don't know what you want, they will. Decor: 5 Caveat applies. Beautiful country house. The lounge bar is classic deep rouge with fires roaring. Atmosphere: 5 Warmth, along with cool efficency, not at all stuffy. Family friendly whilst not intrusive to a couple. Setting/Location: 5 Intriguing drive, main building grandly set on a smooth ridge line. Peaceful. Advice: Nil. If you like this original style of establishment, go. It will be difficult to disappoint.
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