My mum and I had decided we needed a well earned treat and so I booked us into Linthwaite, having stayed there for the first time in October 2003. If anything, we enjoyed our stay this time more than the previous one, as we knew what to expect and so could look forward to it (the anticipation is all part of the treat sometimes...)
We received a warm and enthusiastic greeting from Mary on Reception (the reception being all the warmer as there was a cosy log fire lit). She showed us to our room which was tastefully decorated in creams and beiges with a particularly gorgeous chaise longue. The flat screen TV, CD player, and fluffy robes were all nice, welcome touches.
We made ourselves comfortable on a sofa in the conservatory and soaked up the views of an autumnal Lake Windermere in between reading the glossy magazines provided. Later that evening we enjoyed our meal in the mirror covered dining room. The courses are far from over facing in size but they tasted delicious and we were able to get through all of the 4 courses (including soup served in a dinky cup and saucer).
The staff were friendly and professional throughout. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and look forward to another one soon.