My husband and I just returned home today after four nights at the River Cottage. It is just as described, clean and welcoming. We did not want to leave! Yes, it was a cold Christmas, but we were able to walk to several restaurants for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The shop keepers were happy to see you walk in and there was a very calming and welcoming feel to the town. Jamie was never further than a shout (email) away, with answers or information. He is on top of his game. We did not get to meet him this trip because of our schedule, but hope to do so in the future perhaps at another one of his fabulous properties. A seemless transaction. So, if you want to be in the center of it all during the warmer months, you cannot beat the location or the price! The best of all world's awaits you at The River Cottage.