Check in took awhile. Staff blamed it on a busy lunch time crowd and the Pub was full. After about 10 minutes, the pub/hotel manager checked us in. We were somewhat early, check in is 1400 hrs and we were there at 1300. Our rooms were ready so that was a positive.
One hazard to watch for is the very low door jam of the pub. I guess in the 1700's when the building was constructed, people were a lot shorter. It would be a good idea to remove your cap before entering especially if it has a bill.
The rooms are clean, comfortable and very nicely designed and furnished. We were in the James Penfold room and it was perfect. The amenities are standard, a couple bottles of wate and some tea and coffee pods. Since electrical outlets are restricted in the bathrooms here, a standing mirror is near the bed with an outlet close by.
Our room was downstairs and directly across from the Pubs entrance. I would recommend asking for this room if its available. The other rooms are upstairs but one advantage they have is you can remain inside the building when going down to the Pub. This helps if it's raining like it was when we were there.
We would certainly stay there again. The staff were very pleasant and we even got a chance to speak with the owner while waiting for our taxi. read more