This is not a five star hotel in the normally accepted sense but warrants a 5 star trip advisor rating from me. Why? Because this place is unique and wonderful. All the rooms are full of heritage furniture and exude a lived in atmosphere and the history of the owners. The bedrooms are very comfortable and clean ( a few of the soft furnishings had seen better days but really its part of the overall experience) and our suite had a very new and modern shower room with plenty of hot water. There is a great bar, and as it was chilly after sunset the staff were happy the light the open fire. Again a place filled with history. The restaurant serves a fairly limited menu of local cuisine but what we ate could not be faulted. Chicken and mutton curries were delicious. Breakfast is also good with eggs cooked to your preference, a variety of other hot dishes, fruit, cereals, toast served in a proper toast rack and great marmalade. If you have time and don’t want to go far there are so many cosy corners to settle down in with a good book, and the views from the roof are fantastic. Staff are all friendly, helpful and welcoming. I know The Judges Court won’t suit everyone but I would happily have stayed longer. I know it won’t be to