Llia A.
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We recently stayed at Summer Lodge to celebrate my husband's 40th birthday, and opted for the Perfect Stay package. The breakfasts at the hotel were perfect, with high quality locally sourced ingredients, and great coffee. The 3-course dinner at the Acorn Inn (owned by the same people) was absolutely stunning, and just a short walk from the hotel. (Torches and umbrellas were supplied!)
Dinner at Summer Lodge Restaurant was on a par with several Michelin-starred restaurants we've visited, with impeccable service. The Afternoon Tea was good, with attentive service and served in the stunning Drawing Room. We also appreciated being able to take away our leftover cakes.
We very much enjoyed a whiskey tasting with Jonathann, who was very knowledgable, and we enjoyed use of the spa with some lovely treatments. As part of the Perfect Stay package, Summer Lodge also supplied a very generous picnic, which we ended up enjoying on the journey home.
The hotel is old-school in a very pleasant way, and utterly charming. We visited in early January, not the busiest time for a luxury hotel, but nevertheless we found the staff to be helpful, friendly, approachable, and dedicated to giving the best possible service. Roaring fires are carefully maintained to keep the hotel warm and provide ambience, and there are thoughtful touches throughout - every time I thought "wouldn't it be nice if..." they always pre-empted my wishes.
If you have the chance to stay in the Master Bedroom, take it. We enjoyed the opulence, it was befitting of a milestone birthday treat!
Overall, if you are looking for a charming luxury getaway, with brilliant service and incredible food, you can't get much better than Summer Lodge! We will be back...