My sister and I spent a blissful few days at The Bales. Warmly welcomed by Charlie on arrival (Sarah was away for the weekend), we were charmed by the serene setting and incredibly impressed with the thoughtful touches throughout the cottage - from the fresh-baked treats, fruit platter and generous amount of mushrooms and vine tomatoes in the fridge to the delicious sourdough loaf from a local bakery. Both the 'real' bed and the fold-out were very comfortable. The wifi was great, and the gas heater kept us warm on the chilly evenings. We had our breakfasts on the back deck each morning, looking across picturesque fields and enjoying curious visits from the resident hens. Thanks so much Charlie and Sarah - it was a truly magical experience staying at your lovely property.