Following the recent assessment, on the 28th May 2003, under the English Tourism Council (ETC) Quality Assurance Standard,  Huddlestone Cottage and The Hayloft has been awarded a rating of

 

4 Star Self Catering

The Quality Assurance Assessment Report has been compiled following a recent assessment.  We invite you read the independent assessment for yourself!

QUALITY ADVISORY REPORT

The following comments include suggestions for improvement which, although not compulsory, would help to consolidate existing quality levels.

LOCATION & EXTERIOR

Appearance of Buildings
Good
Parking, Grounds & Gardens
Very Good
Environment
Very Good
Comments
External areas offer a good and well maintained appearance
Gardens are well planted and tended adding to the very good first impressions.  Ample provision noted
Well located, in a peaceful area, close to the local amenities and attractions

MANAGEMENT EFFICIENCY

Information for guests/brochure
Very Good
Welcome & arrival procedure
Very Good
Accessories & personal touches
Very Good
Overall impression (space)
Very Good
Comments
Well presented information is provided
A personal meet and greet provided
Accessories and personal touches well provided, guest comfort and needs considered
Very good spatial aspects, the stated number of guests accommodated comfortably

LIVING AND DINING AREAS  - CORRIDORS AND STAIRS

Decoration
Very Good
Furniture, furnishings & fittings
Very Good
Flooring
Very Good
Lighting & Heating
Very Good
Cleanliness
Very Good
Comments

Well decorated throughout

Decor maintained to very good standards, good provision of pictures and personal touches complete

Furniture and fittings of a very good standard

Comfortable easy seating and very good dining facilities provided

Soft furnishings and fabrics are co-ordinated and of very good standard

Flooring of very good quality, this has recently been re-varnished

Very good provision of heating, controllable and adding to ease of use. Well placed lighting

The aspects of housekeeping and cleanliness are of the utmost importance, and as mentioned on the day standards throughout these areas are very good

BEDROOMS

Decoration
Very Good
Furniture, furnishings & fittings
Good
Flooring
Very Good
Lighting & Heating
Very Good
Beds & bedding
Very Good
Cleanliness
Very Good
Comments

Decorative standards are very good

Bedroom furniture of very good quality offering ample storage and surface space

Soft furnishings, curtains and fabrics, also of a good standard

Colour co-ordination adding to the visual impression

Very good quality wooden flooring

Heating and light provided to very good levels

Beds of very good standard, firm protected mattresses adding to guest comfort

Freshly laundered co-ordinated linen provided

Care and attention to housekeeping evident with very good standards of cleanliness noted

As discussed attention to the cracked ceiling edges and cleaning high cobwebs

BATHROOMS

Decoration
Very Good
Furniture & fittings
Very Good
Flooring
Good
Lighting/heat/ventilation
Very Good
Cleanliness
Very Good
Comments

Good sized facilities offering well maintained decor

Decorative standards are very good

Fixtures and fittings of very good quality remain maintained to a high standard

Good quality cork tiled flooring

Heating, lighting and ventilation well provided

Housekeeping and standards of cleanliness to very good levels

KITCHENS

Decoration
Very Good
Furniture & fittings
Very Good
Flooring
Very Good
Lighting/heat/ventilation
Very Good
Equipment
Very Good
Crockery, cutlery, glassware
Very Good
Kitchenware - pots, pans, utensils
Very Good
Cleanliness
Very Good
Comments

Very well decorated, well finish tiling completing

Well planned and fitted kitchen with a range of very good quality wall and floor units

Ample work and storage space provided

Very good flooring

Lighting and heating very well provided

Specific and efficient over hob ventilation in place

Equipment and electrical appliances are very well provided

Appliances are quality branded items and in very good condition

Crockery, cutlery and glassware well provided

Very good quality matched sets evident

Equally well provided is kitchenware and utensils

Durable stainless steel pans and a very good range of cookware and utensils provided

Again cleanliness to very good levels

Main Points of the REPORT

The properties enjoy good location, on going attention to both maintenance and housekeeping ensuring standards remain consistent.  A very good and comfortable standard of holiday accommodation currently offered.

  Ratings:   HUDDLESTONE COTTAGE   4 STAR
    THE HAYLOFT   4 STAR

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