The Cottage

Beautiful location. Very busy pub with a lovely garden. We stayed in the actual cottage for our first night. Was told there was maintenance the following day so booked the newly opened room 9. The cottage was really comfortable would love to stay again. The only gripe was banging against the wall pretty early, which we assume was beer barrels being set up next door. Room 9 was tastefully decorated. But the window faces straight over towards the pub. There's also a frosted window in the door that anyone could possibly see through if they wanted to. Being the closest room to the pub front entrance we found it really annoying to be woken up at 6am to the sound of beer barrels clanging and thudding around outside. Wasn't the most restful stay. However, would return to stay in the cottage.

We stayed here as a stopover and so pleasantly surprised. Lovely room, the bed was super comfy and the quilt was perfect for a duvet "cuddle". The shower ensuite was refreshing allbeit looking like it would overflow from the tray, maybe a slight drain problem, but it was fine. Would definitely stay again. Very good value.

Made bookings sent me emails confirming then they sent emails with a link click to confirm does not work. Speak to managers then they send me emails cancelling all my bookings when I go in to see general manager no explanation given. You cannot trust them one little bit.

We stayed for two nights whilst visiting family, in room one which is a superior room. Car parking outside The Cottage itself is minimal, much easier to use The Dragon (pub/restaurant) car park next door. The room was spacious and very clean with lovely decor and furnishings. Large bathroom with rainfall shower and nice toiletries. The bed was divine! Probably the most comfortable I have slept in I did not want to get out of it! Good tea selection and biscuits, I think fresh milk was available on request at the pub. We were facing the main road but did not find the traffic noise to be of any bother/disruption. A couple of minor points, it would have been nice to have blinds for privacy and it should be more clear when booking breakfast isn’t included. For the price it would have been nice to have had the choice of even a continental breakfast. We had breakfast in The Dragon, food was excellent but not the most welcoming service. We will definitely stay here again and would recommend.

Stayed here for 2 nights, lovely room and shower room. Very clean. Good internet. Ate at the dragon pub next door both nights fabulous food, lovely inside and out . Fabulous outdoor drinking and eating area , inside conservatory room and bar area for meals as well. Downside we were in room 6 over the kitchen, it was noisy with doors banging but quiet once kitchen closed.definately visit again but different room.

We opted to stay here for Download and have a designated driver each day. It takes about 20mins to get from the cottage to Download so it’s pretty convenient. Rooms are well equipped with tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer and a large comfortable bed. The rooms are not enormous but use of space is good. Bathrooms are also well equipped with toiletries and a walk on shower. Only small problem I had is that the shower just has a large overhead shower head so it’s hard to stop your hair from getting wet if you don’t want to wash it.. there is no other attachment. But it’s a small thing! The bed was so comfortable. The cottage is also very quiet which makes for a great sleep. Next door at the Dragon- affiliated pub you can have a full range of breakfast options (we didn’t know this but it’s recommended to book a table as they are so busy- a reflection on the great quality of food and service). We had a full 3 course lunch on Sat and cooked breakfast on Sunday. The food was excellent, service was speedy and friendly. We had absolutely no complaints at all. This is a great spot. Easy access to the canal for walking before or after breakfast. We had a wonderful time.