Cross Swords Rooms, Skillington

Great for a comfortable sleep on a quick one night stop. Clean and tidy, minimal fuss, safe parking on property. Great to have a mini fridge available. We had some very small logistical issues but they didn't ruin our stay. Overall good accommodation!

The arrival instructions could be clearer. When we reached the car park behind the pub, we didn’t know which room we’d been assigned or what to do next. We texted our ETA but didn’t get a reply, so we weren’t sure it had gone through. If you’re staying, I’d recommend confirming your room name and where to park before you arrive. There were no tea bags, so you may want to bring your own, although there were decent facilities in the room for making a hot drink. The bathroom sink plug didn’t work, and the bedside table was very small for two people. Hooks by the front door would be handy, and six scatter cushions take up quite a bit of space in a small room. The TV remote also wouldn’t change channels from the bed. These were all small niggles, but I’m sure a few easy fixes would make it a superb stay rather than a good one.

I would only say, the room was spotless clean. Bedding etc. Very quiet.

When I turned up there was masses of washing outside and general untidy outside. This could be such a lovely overnight stay, because the village is so beautiful. No normal tea bags only mint and probably not enough milk, that was out of date.

Excellent value for money

Shower in my room wasn’t very good. It was either scalding hot or cold.

Cheap, near where I needed to be, accommodation met my needs.

No food.