I had my doubts when making reservations because of the location — in the middle of nowhere. You need a car(or bike) to get anywhere. At night when the sun is down you do not walk the roads. The roads around are narrow. And dark. That being said — it is absolutely fabulous! The reception when you arrive is five stars alone. Rooms are supernice. The rooms in the main building do not have a balcony — with the exception for a few that are located facing the church one storey up. I am not sure which room types are there, but you share outdoor patio. If you want a private terrace or patio you should absolutely make reservations for those room types — they look great. They are located close to the pool so there might be traffic from other guests. But these units look great as well! There are no fridges or minibars on the room(at least not in the deluxe rooms in the main building). What might be an issue is the fact that you are pretty much left for doing all the eating and drinking on site — which might be on the pricey side. We were never disappointed on the food though. The sushi night was one of the high lights — we did it twice under our 2 weeks stay. The dining areas are both very beautiful. Or just have a drink. They arrange Friday nights under the mill — you get the impression first drink is free, but it is not. Still the drinks are perfect! Try a gin & tonic with lavender or rose tonic. There is a track for jogging around the hotel area which was perfect. They have tennis courts — just borrow equipment at the front desk. Also, you can find like ten balls around the court. The staff is super — friendly, helpful and professional. A cool feature is that there are buttons for service both on tables in the yard and by the pool. Spa is nice — when you think it is too hot outside it is perfectly cool indoors. make reservations for treatments. Judith made my toenails — and she was the best! Oh I want to go back when I think of it! Cons — It might not be the perfect place for younger guests. You are left for the activities on site. Teenagers might go mad of boredom. Also we found it a bit annoying always having to plan for a day by the pool — beds are reserved or taken at breakfast. Even if you get there late in the afternoon it is often full. There are not enough umbrellas or cabanas. They accept AMEX.
Mike H.
Rating des Ortes: 3 Bardsey, United Kingdom
Just spent a magical weekend here for the wedding of my eldest daughter. Beautiful buildings, facilities such as indoor and outdoor pools, spa, tennis, football pitches. Lovely breakfasts, didn’t sample other food. Service at times a bit slow but he ho a relaxing time from the bustle of the wedding! Would be nice to visit again.