Recently stayed here for the first time over the weekend with wife, teenage daugher, our small dog, mum and dad, cousin, and brother his wife and their very large dog. Had a smile on my face as soon as I arrived and it never left whilst I was there. Perfect location, all attractions with walking distance, and the views from... more

The hotel is well kept and John and Janet are excellent hosts. Although the weather was mixed John advised us where to go on wet days. With his recommendations we enjoyed the wet days as much as the sunny days. Breakfast is excellent and we did not eat lunch as it stocked us up for the day. On one of... more

Good location, hosts very friendly, however guest house needs a refurbishment and a good clean. Room we stayed in (room 4) has "view" of rear yard / washing line! Shower room had rough repair on door, broken sink and toilet seat. This has so much potential, but sadly did not live up to the 4 star billing. more

We stayed for 3 days at the hotel and have an extremely pleasurable experiance from start to finish. The hosts (John and Janet) were very accomodating and went out of their way to ensure we had the best stay. Service and friendliness was second to none. The rooms were very nice and breakfast was delicious. The children all thoroughly enjoyed... more

All I could about John and Janet are of Kind. Myself and I have two young kids. They were made feel very welcome not questions. Just be prepared to walkl a small bit and see the views from the outside. more

but verry expensive , not wot i expected , ive stayed in hotels 4* for same price, id rate it more a 3 and thats the food ok, not for disabled a long walk back from beach all up hill. it should v been £60 for a room, no bath just very small showers more

Booked at the last minute. went with my husband and 13 and 10 year old children. The location of the hotel is second to none, the views from the terrace are stunning. The breakfast was excellent quality, we also enjoyed a gorgeous crem tea. Alot of the food is home made by Janet and was lovely. Both Janet and John... more

I found this hotel on the internet and not surprisingly it has loads of great reviews. The hospitality was friendly and just so relaxed and calm. The house itself is interesting and atmospheric with the castle just behind it (bathed with the sunshine or ocasional sea mist), the lovely church of St Mary's just opposite with the grave of Anne... more

I would not hesitate to recommend a stay at the Castle by the sea to all types of groups, and cannot speak highly enough of the hotels attributes. Nothing is too much trouble for John and Janet (owners), the rooms are comfortable and very highly maintained, the food is great and the hotel itself is an historical gem. A special... more