Huddlestone Cottage living room with open log fire

Huddlestone Cottage 

& The Hayloft

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The Hayloft living area with vaulted ceiling

Inspection Comments

May 2003

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4 Star Self Catering

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QUALITY ADVISORY REPORT

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

LOCATION & EXTERIOR

bulletAppearance of Buildings
Good
bulletParking, Grounds & Gardens
Very Good
bulletEnvironment
Very Good
Comments
bulletExternal areas offer a good and well maintained appearance
bulletGardens are well planted and tended adding to the very good first impressions.  Ample provision noted
bulletWell located, in a peaceful area, close to the local amenities and attractions

MANAGEMENT EFFICIENCY

bulletInformation for guests/brochure
Very Good
bulletWelcome & arrival procedure
Very Good
bulletAccessories & personal touches
Very Good
bulletOverall impression (space)
Very Good
Comments
bulletWell presented information is provided
bulletA personal meet and greet provided
bulletAccessories and personal touches well provided, guest comfort and needs considered
bulletVery good spatial aspects, the stated number of guests accommodated comfortably

LIVING AND DINING AREAS  - CORRIDORS AND STAIRS

bulletDecoration
Very Good
bulletFurniture, furnishings & fittings
Very Good
bulletFlooring
Very Good
bulletLighting & Heating
Very Good
bulletCleanliness
Very Good
Comments
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Well decorated throughout

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

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Furniture and fittings of a very good standard

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Comfortable easy seating and very good dining facilities provided

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

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

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

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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

bulletDecoration
Very Good
bulletFurniture, furnishings & fittings
Good
bulletFlooring
Very Good
bulletLighting & Heating
Very Good
bulletBeds & bedding
Very Good
bulletCleanliness
Very Good
Comments
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Decorative standards are very good

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

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

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Colour co-ordination adding to the visual impression

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Very good quality wooden flooring

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Heating and light provided to very good levels

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

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Freshly laundered co-ordinated linen provided

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

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

BATHROOMS

bulletDecoration
Very Good
bulletFurniture & fittings
Very Good
bulletFlooring
Good
bulletLighting/heat/ventilation
Very Good
bulletCleanliness
Very Good
Comments
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Good sized facilities offering well maintained decor

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Decorative standards are very good

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

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Good quality cork tiled flooring

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Heating, lighting and ventilation well provided

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Housekeeping and standards of cleanliness to very good levels

KITCHENS

bulletDecoration
Very Good
bulletFurniture & fittings
Very Good
bulletFlooring
Very Good
bulletLighting/heat/ventilation
Very Good
bulletEquipment
Very Good
bulletCrockery, cutlery, glassware
Very Good
bulletKitchenware - pots, pans, utensils
Very Good
bulletCleanliness
Very Good
Comments
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Very well decorated, well finish tiling completing

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

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Ample work and storage space provided

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Very good flooring

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Lighting and heating very well provided

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Specific and efficient over hob ventilation in place

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Equipment and electrical appliances are very well provided

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Appliances are quality branded items and in very good condition

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Crockery, cutlery and glassware well provided

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Very good quality matched sets evident

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Equally well provided is kitchenware and utensils

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

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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

Other Inspection Reports

June 2006    Mar 2004    March 2002    December 2000    November 1999

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