We enjoyed our stay at Richard's 17th-century farmhouse in spite of the frigid December weather! Mostly we were out of the house all day celebrating with my nearby daughter and family. In the evenings upon returning, my son and sons-in-law thoroughly enjoyed building a crackling fire in the enormous hearth and sitting around talking til late at night. The house is as rustic as described, but my family seemed to really appreciate that aspect as well as the historic atmosphere. The beds seemed quite comfortable. The property itself feels rural and private but is accessed through a somewhat depressed part of town. And if anyone in the party is handicapped in any way, they will need the downstairs bedroom as the winding stairs to the second floor are a bit tricky. But all in all, it was a memorable stay!