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Reviews of Castlemead Country House By The Sea This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Manorbier , Manorbier, SA70 7TA, United Kingdom

#5 of 10 hotels in Manorbier

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 407 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: April 12, 2024

    7.0
    Location is perfect for beach access
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We were a bit out of season but only saw one other couple so ate alone. Bar closed at evening but nice sitting room with a fire on the sat. We enjoyed the meal Food was spot on but on second night the Sunday please be aware all closed and dark (no fire in sitting room or visible staff so no bar or coffee either ) We were excited to be upgraded to first floor superior room but found it to be a bit tired with old water stains on ceiling and the bathroom door was very flimsy , room was clean though just felt like it needed a refresh and decorate !

    Location did not disappoint. Beautiful gardens leading directly to a stunning beach with a castle and church en route The staff were welcoming and service at breakfast was lovely

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 5, 2024

    9.0
    Great place to stay for a weekend away. Excellent coastal walking and beach on the doorstep.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very welcoming host and staff. Delicious lunch and breakfast in a dining room with excellent view of the sea. Bedrooms lovely and quiet, with good power shower in the ensuite.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    7.0
    Slightly Overpriced for the room and Restaurant closed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Thankfully we turned up in the morning to find the hotel. When we arrived we saw a notice saying the restaurant was not opening on the Sunday or Monday. We had not been given any prior notice and had planned to Eat that evening here. We then had time to find a local pub for lunch. Not so easy on Easter Sunday. If we had turned up later there would have been a problem as everywhere would have been closed. A curtesy email would have not have gone amiss. We then bought items to have a snack supper in our room later that night. We had to use the bathroom plastic glasses for a bottle of wine as nothing available or offered when we booked in or a lounge shown to relax in. The doors rattled in the annex and noisy when others came in. It just felt over priced for the type of room received. We booked by the pictures used in the main house. We wanted to treat ourselves. Sadly a little disappointed as had higher expectations from the advert.

    It was a gorgeous location. We did have a comfortable good nights stay although our room was nothing like the chosen booking and we were out in the annex. Good choice of items for breakfast.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 28, 2024

    8.0
    great location - a short stroll from the beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Not much really

    Breakfast was lovely, the room was away from the main building, this was great as we had dogs with us. The staff were lovely.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 25, 2024

    9.0
    Excellent 4 star
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Need to be more clear that it's dog friendly on booking.

    Food was excellent, beds were comfortable and whole stay was excellent

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: October 27, 2023

    8.0
    Excellent. Just what i wanted
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Very helpful staff. Good room with sea view. Great breakfast

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 23, 2023

    7.0
    Nice enough
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room had bad damp Bed spread wasn't clean

    Breakfast was good Location was great for a wedding at the castle

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 29, 2023

    7.0
    Good short break.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The restaurant was closed due to lack of staff and no where within walking distance to have food. This was not advised at time of booking. The only other trivial thing was no BBC or ITV on the television.

    It was a charmingly old fashioned house close to the beach. The breakfast was really good. Help yourself continental and a cooked breakfast to order.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: September 27, 2023

    9.0
    Stunning location, lovely place to stay. We and our dog were made to feel very welcome
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Was a very last minute booking and was made easy on arrival. Lovely room and stunning location. Easy walk down to the sea and the bonus of Manorbier Castle. Us and our dog made to feel very welcome, staff Lovely. Would definitely go back to the area and the place

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 17, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very good

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: September 15, 2023

    9.0
    A relaxing friendly stay with first class comfort, food and wonderful staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not always easy to park larger car.A relaxing

    Excellent food and very friendly and helpful staffNothing was too much trouble.Not always easy to parkNot always easy to park larger car

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 12, 2023

    8.0
    Lovely stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Car parking area was very small and busy Water damage on the walls near the bathroom.

    Lovely location. Sea view from the very large room. Breakfast was consistently very good

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2023

    7.0
    Short and sweet!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Lovely setting and restaurant.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 6, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Dog waste in gardens. Room needed upgrading.

    Dinner and Breakfast

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 5, 2023

    7.0
    Location, staff, food brilliant but looking rooms look tired and worn.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Our room was number 10 in the coach house annex. The room was dated and looked tired. It seemed a shame as I would imagine the hotel has massive potential to be a fantastic venue for weddings, with a perfect location.

    Perfect location. Perfect for for access to a beach. Good Wifi. Generous and excellent breakfast selection. Staff polite courteous and friendly. Dog friendly.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 3, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2023

    7.0
    It is convenient with the family staying in cottages in the village
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    The breakfasts were very good, buffet and cooked. The room was ideal being on the ground floor. Easy carparking

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    - a bit pricey overall - the steak was a bit tasteless and chewy

    - lovely staff - spacious room with big bed and many pillows - bathroom with bathtub - great location right next to the castle - breakfast was good (especially the tiny croissants) - yummy chips! - amazing garlic mushroom sauce!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location and accommodation is fantastic.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 22, 2023

    9.0
    Good location, nice rooms, quiet, close to the sea. Lovely gardens.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room was comfortable, clean and quiet. Location was excellent, in the middle of the village but close to Manobier castle. Breakfast was very good - plenty of options, all food freshly made.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 21, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The food was amazing and the location was perfect.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 13, 2023

    9.0
    Mini break with the pooch!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Didn't dislike a thing!

    Lovely dog friendly b & b. Great spot near Manobier beach and the quaint village. Enjoyed a tasty breakfast before leaving.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 13, 2023

    9.0
    Great stay, at a discreet but charming location. We'll come back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The decor, though charming and period, is a little tired.

    Breakfast. Fresh fruit (especially berries) and yoghurt. A variety of cooked courses, including kippers and smoked salmon, were also available. Coffee, served in a cafetiere, was also of a high quality (though a bit stewed on one day only). Dinner was very good indeed. Restaurant meals often start well and end well, but disappoint with their middle courses. Here, some of the main courses were exceptional. We particularly liked the Lamb Tagine. And, as a starter, the Prawns Tempura. The room, though adequate, was a little cramped (I understand there are better rooms, both better appointed and more spacious; our problem was that we booked late.) A stand-out feature was the garden-view and the sea beyond. This was readily accessible from the restaurant salon, giving the evening meal a charming ambience. Another plus point: the staff like dogs. We'll be bringing ours next time. Surroundings: Manorbier Castle and St Peter's Church are in easy walking distance of the hotel and worth a visit.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 13, 2023

    7.0
    Good clean properly in amazing location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Given the price, property was very tired and in need of renovation. Wall paper peeling off and old fashioned decor. Breakfast was good but could have been better with better quality sausages etc.

    Lovely location a short walk from the beach. We opted for a more expensive room which was lovely and spacious.

    Stayed in August 2023

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