The Plume of Feathers

This has to be the worst accommodation that I have ever stayed in. Booked through *********** which does not describe the rooms in any detail or I certainly wouldn’t have booked. Payment was required up front and if I hadn’t paid would have walked away. I chose this place due to poor reviews of chain establishments in the area, ( at least you know what you’re getting) and availability ( and now I know why) We had been staying in an air B and B for a family wedding but needed to move nearer to Fleet for one night for my grandsons first birthday. This was so disappointing.The room is in a converted stable block but it looked like a garage from outside, sandwiched between the car park and beer garden/smoking area. From the photos, I thought I would be in the main building. The room was very very small, with a double bed up against the wall and headboard meaning one occupant had to vacate the bed from the bottom. The bed was quite firm. The room was clean but had many cobwebs in the vaulted ceiling to look at. There was one tiny skylight ( it had a blind) but this required standing on the headboard to reach it. It was the hottest day of the year unfortunately, and noise could be heard from the yard and singing ( I think football was on) Noise from? the cellar fan was on all night. We did not feel welcome, responses rather smug and sarcastic. There was no fan available ( there must have been other hot days/ nights over the years) and the person seemed to think this was amusing and smirked as he cheerfully told me they did not have one and walked away. No empathy here. I’m not keen on enclosed spaces and the room was stifling even with the velux open. It was not possible to have the door open due to customers outside. As a result no sleep and exhausted in the morning. I’m sure that purchasing some cheap fans would be a nice offering and maybe result in a more bearable experience. We ate our evening meal again very disappointed. Nothing wrong with food quality but it was extremely bland. I see from responses to other reviews that the landlord has a take or leave it attitude. It’s obviously a pub for the locals and if you’re not one of those you’re not welcome.

Accommodation bedroom is quite small with a double bed with access on one side. Linen and towels provided were clean and good quality however the bathroom needs a little attention as does the bedroom which has a musty smell and a sky light ( which was on open) that has no blinds so room light very early. Lots of cobwebs high up Our biggest issue ( which spoilt our stay) we’re the selfish couple who decided to have a 4am party for two ! They played loud music over and over same song with their bed activities also unpleasant when you are kept awake The cork popping at 5 am what the icing on the cake for us Such a shame when the pub and food was so wonderful the night before and the owners are so lovely

On arrival the pub we learned was not serving food which was a shame as guests staying there and we only wanted a sandwich. Disappointingly we went down the road to the Hampshire Arms where the friendly staff there provided us with a lovely sandwich and pint of cider. The room was in a stable barn conversion and is not recommended for disabled people. There are steps inside to the level where the bed is positioned. The bathroom is small but has everything you need except the horrendous Triton electric shower (I hate these, why do they put these in rooms, you can get a better cat lick). There's also a secret door to the carpark in the bathroom which is for children, although adults can squeeze under too and is a quicker way to the car park. Very odd. The bathroom looks like it has seen better days and could do with some DIY. I was thinking of taking photos but couldn't be bothered. You know the normal thing, black mould in the tiling grout, and that dreadful plastic stuff that bends and you put around the shower tray to stop leaking but it looked awful. There's a skylight above the bed that is tiny but it lets a surprising amount of light into the room but that's it as far as windows are concerned. There were cobwebs over the window opening. The bed was not that comfortable, a cheap mattress that moves like a waterbed. Here again we booked with *********** and I think it's a disaster using them these days as you nearly always get the smallest room going and this was the case this time. The owner is supposed to be Neil Morrisey. Neil, you need to do some maintenance and look after your guests who are staying in the guest rooms because, really, you couldn't put yourself out to make us a sandwich after a very long drive. No bottled water in the room. No biscuits.

Stayed for less than one night. Room was tiny, and freezing. Heating wasn’t working correctly and a bucket was placed for any water dripping from a sky light. Avoid at all costs, you would be warmer and more comfortable sleeping in your car.