We booked Smokeham Farm for a surprise family gathering to celebrate my Mum's 80th birthday. We looked at a number of places that would accommodate around 20 people (from 7 to 84 years old) and although top of budget, Smokeham Farm stood out from the photos and website details.
As good as they are, the details and photos don't do Smokeham Farm justice! From turning off of the road heading up the long drive towards a very private and exclusive looking building, to finding every room was immaculate and very well equipped, made this a very special stay.
We had three nights at Smokeham and despite original thoughts of visiting the surrounding area and local attractions, we only went out for food supplies. The kitchen was like home from home (my niece was able to bake a 12" double height Victoria sponge with equipment supplied) and the size and variety of sleeping spaces accommodated couples, singles and those who were slightly less ambulant.
There are so many great spaces, everyone was catered for, from the pool table in the annexe to the fantastic hot tub, games sessions in the massive lounge area to breakfast together round the huge dining table and BBQ's round the equally well equipped outside patio. The grassed areas to the front of the house saw multiple games of football, rounders and badminton and for those who wanted to chill out and admire the view, the thatched seating area on the hill behind the house was used from dawn to dusk! A fantastic place to stay, enjoyed by all of our group, currently looking for an excuse to book up and stay again!