The experience at the hotel was amazing. Everything from arrival to departure was spot on. The room was pleasant with lovely views. The breakfast and evening meals were amazing, a good choice to cater for all types of pallets. The location was outstanding, from our table we looked over the fields. The staff made us feel welcome and were very smartly dressed. Nothing was too much trouble, everybody in the hotel made our stay one to remember.

The shower in the hotel room was abit fierce. I slipped in the bath as the slip matt had lost its grip (room 27). The fan in the bathroom stays on for about 15 minutes after the lights are turned off which can be abit noisy.

Lovely location. Hotel has a small vegetable garden which we enjoyed looking around and talking to the gardeners.

We’ve been a few times and enjoyed staying. We previously had a very warm welcome on arrival and information given to us about the hotel and facilities was freely given. However this time we were welcomed, but I think the receptionist was distracted by something else. Not sure what though. The receptions experience wasn’t similar to previous visits. We had to ask about several things. In addition, at our last visit the spa was being built, we therefore asked about when the new outdoor spa would be available to guests. It was opened earlier in August, but nothing had been said on our arrival to indicate it was now available.

Have stayed several times. Staff always very pleasant and friendly/helpful. Breakfast was good. Like the look of the new Spa area with outdoor pool, sauna and hot tub. Neither used on this occasion.

First time we've stayed since all the changes in the hotel. A cosy and spacious relaxing lounge has now been converted into more dining seating and Reception moved to a smaller area. Very noisy as you enter if dining area is busy rather off-putting but thankfully not many people there whilst we had breakfast.

Breakfast - good choices - well presented (the addition of fish would have been a bonus) , and well cooked Room comfortable but the addition of two comfortable chairs in a double room is a must appreciated addition of bottled milk and water - a very nice touch ALL staff unfailingly helpful and a delight with whom to pass the time of day

No provision for a semi-private lounge area - two sofas in full view of dining area does not provide the setting for a relaxed half-hour when needed Not sufficient "specials" on the supper menu and somewhat overpriced Would have appreciated biscuits on hospitality tray EVERY day, not just on arrival - too many choices of tea and coffee

Room was lovely and very suitable for my Husband who is ill and disabled . This break to visit the global birdfair was was the first we had in over a year due to my husbands cancer. Food was excellent and my husband found food he could eat . Friends who joined us for dinner was also very impressed. The views, peace and quiet was appreciated as was the courtyard flowers for wildlife. Bonus was the adorable cattle

We were a little close to the event barn that had outdoor barbecue and unfortunately the smoke drifted into our room. Fortunately the event finished at 11pm so we were not disturbed too much. A minor nuisance solved by shutting the windows.

Lovely staff, great location with a fabulous outdoor spa. We had a lovely surprise with welcome glass of mulled wine, cookies and ginger wine in the room. The staff couldn’t do enough to help and really good service and meal in the restaurant. We had a lovely view from our room with amazing sunrise and could see Rutland Water and fields. The spa was so relaxing and beautiful with the steam rising in the sunset and glass of bubbles in the hot tub whilst watching the highland cows.

Slight smell from the bathroom.

The staff are exceptionally, location is lovely and only a short walk from the water, great parking and pet friendly rooms

The menu was all a bit indulgent - it would be nice if there was either a lite bite menu or a “bar food” - we arrived quite late and I would have actually preferred to have more of a “snack” type supper than a meal - hubby really fancied a steak but again thought £38 (prob closer to 45 with add ons) was too much for a Sunday night tea - and would soon add up if you was staying a few nights so might encourage you not to use their facilities as much which would be a shame also though the beverages was quite expensive however that wouldn’t stop you staying but would certainly be a budget consideration

Having stayed recently at your sister hotel @ Elcot Park we were really looking forward to The Barnsdale. Hadn't stayed before so couldn't compare with it before. Really impressed by both staff , building/rooms and bar/restaurant. Bar was particularly good. Design overall was excellent

Only small things really: - Whilst waiting at bar for a drink at least 2 members of staff walked past without asking if they could help. Shouldn't happen - Also at reception was kept waiting whilst member of staff on phone. Interestingly the reception service @ Elcot not brilliant either - Bathroom I suspect had been refurbed and was a little shoddy, i.e. tongue & groove in bad state and shower leaked - Price

Friendly staff and clean accommodation. The shower was over the bath and not easy to access if you have back problems as we do. If we had been staying longer we would have requested an opportunity to change rooms. My wife has a dairy sensitivity and this was well catered for until our final meal. We both chose a fish dish and the dip for my wife was supposed to be dairy free. We believe the 2 plates were confused by the member of staff when served. Although she had only a taste, we were wary and it was left.The hotel was in beautiful grounds and a beautiful area for a holiday.

Apart from the slight mishap with the one meal and the shower access, nothing

A great friendly welcome after a long day cycling. The staff could not have been more helpful and gave us space to lock our bikes away securely. Our room was so clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. It was a joy to jump in to a very good shower! An excellent sleep in a very comfortable bed. Lights in all the right places. We added breakfast to our stay the following morning and it was all simply delicious, beautifully presented and served. Could not be happier!

We liked EVERYTHING