Had a spa day and then dinner bed and breakfast in the hotel. The spa experience was very good. Pleasant hour in the spa which was quiet and we accessed all amenities easily. The water was however too cold for a spa. Lunch was very good quality, plentiful and accompanied by a glass of fizz. . Loved the teepee which was warm, had tea facilities and surrounded by beautiful views. I’m sure even better experience in spring/ summer. Trea**ent was most enjoyable. All staff were very pleasant and helpful. Special mention to Duncan who was extremely welcoming and helpful. Overall the spa visit would have been 5 star if the spa water had been warm. We followed the spa visit with a lovely walk in winter sunshine from the hotel to the Abbey. What a stunning location for a hotel. Checking in the hotel the lady on reception was very welcoming. She escorted us to our room and showed us around the hotel. The hotel has a country house feel but somehow it doesn’t gel. The art work doesn’t fit in and pieces of paper stuck on the walls advertising sales of art feels cheap. Rooms are quite small and feel cluttered. Toiletries are good quality and smell lovely, nice quality towels and comfortable beds. The rooms are subtly lit which gives a cosy feel but unfortunately made it very difficult for me to read my book. Overall a little disappointing. Dinner was disappointing. The restaurant is brightly lit and feels shabby. Absolutely no a**osphere. Starters were acceptable although the lettuce on the prawn cocktail looked like it had seen better days. Main course of prawns and salmon sticky noodles was very tasty but only one prawn! Cod with lentils bland. Lovely cheese board to finish. The food in my local pub is a higher standard. Service was ok but staff were very pleasant. The breakfast room is a real contrast to the dining room and feels much more plush. Breakfast was very good. Good choices on offer, very good quality and well cooked. Service was very good. A great end to a mediocre overall experience. Would I return? Yes for the location but definitely not for value for money.
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