We have been awarded 4 stars by Visit Britain in the Guest Accommodation service designator.

This brief guide will help you to understand what to expect. More information from Visit Britain.

N.B. Although we class ourselves as bed and breakfast, we have the capacity to take more than 6 guests which puts us into the guest accommodation designator rather than the bed and breakfast designator.  Our accommodation is provided in a private house, run by the owner but at certain times we can take a maximum of 8 guests.  We are not a guest house or a hotel.  We are not licensed and do not provide evening meal.

B&B	Accommodation provided in a private house, run by the owner and with no more than six paying guests.
Guest House	Accommodation provided for more than six paying guests and run on a more commercial basis than a B&B. Usually more services, for example dinner, provided by staff as well as the owner.
Farmhouse	B&B or Guesthouse accommodation provided on a working farm or smallholding.
Inn	Accommodation provided in a fully licensed establishment. The bar will be open to non-residents and provide food in the evenings.
Restaurant with Rooms	Destination restaurant offering overnight accommodation with the restaurant being the main business and open to non-residents. The restaurant should offer a high standard of food and restaurant service at least five nights a week and have a liquor licence. The property may have no more than a maximum of 12 bedrooms.
Guest Accommodation	Any establishment that meets the minimum entry requirements is eligible for this general sub category.
Room Only	Accommodation which may or may not offer breakfast. Accommodation may be annexed and is likely to be fully en-suite. If breakfast is offered this may be in the form of a tray placed in the room in the fridge, a breakfast pack available for separate purchase or a continental self service option.

 

All the national assessing bodies (VisitBritain, VisitScotland, VisitWales and the AA) now assess accommodation to the same criteria and award one to five stars. The ratings reflect the overall quality of the experience. As a general rule, you can expect the following:

1 star: Simple, practical, no frills.
2 star: Well presented and well run. 
3 star: Good level of quality and comfort.
4 star: Excellent standard throughout. 
5 star: Exceptional with a degree of luxury

Please contact us if you require further information.