The Pheasant Hotel, Holt, Norfolk

We stayed for 1 night and booked direct for the bed, breakfast and dinner deal which was good value. The hotel is nicely decorated and our room was comfortable although the signal on the tv kept dropping out. We were a bit concerned as our room was surrounded by people with dogs but to be fair we weren’t disturbed by them. It’s set back from the road in a quiet area, there’s nothing within walking distance really so you do have to drive out to do things but it has plenty of parking and it’s an easy drive to places like sherringham. The previous night we stayed at the manor in Blakeney (same deal, same price) which we preferred in all honesty. Staff were excellent at the pheasant , food was good, we especially enjoyed the chefs special spicy salad starter.

The pheasant hotel is a beautiful building set in lovely grounds and garden, however despite the glorious weather today in was empty of customers during lunch session, I was the only customer present. Well I would have been a customer if I had received a more welcoming reception from the staff. This is not the first time I have left without making a purchase due to the attitude of the staff. Surely the management must be asking why thier establishment is empty when others in the area have full car parks. I know this because I was still hoping for a drink and drove by many full car parks before stopping at a local pub where I was pleasantly greeted.

We booked afternoon tea for £35 for 2. (Goupon) We were early but that was ok as we waited in the bar. We were told we had to wait to our time slot as the chef needed to prepare for our tea. fair enough. When the time came up we were taken to a the orangery which was a very pleasant room. Table was set with very pretty plates and cups etc. Given choice of tea or coffee. No choices of types of tea or coffee given. Hubbys coffee pot overflowed when plunged (he was being gentle) and this made a mess on the table cloth. We wasn't offered a clean table cloth. Ok not a big problem but would be nice for the table cloth to be changed. A 3 tired cake plate arrived. finger sandwiches (2 x of each): cheese, ham, salmon and egg. Tasted nice, However they were very cold. Obviously had been taken out of the fridge a few minutes before serving. Not very freshly made. 2 x slither of homemade sausage roll. Honestly it was about 5 mm thick, at least give us a mini sausage roll each or even 1/2 mini one. The cakes. 2 x tiny Victoria sponge, 2 x tiny bit of a mini batten burg, 2 x one bite of lemon drizzle, 2 x one bite of marble cake. These were so small. There was no pastry cakes or anything interesting. No choice of scone. Only fruit. as i don't eat currents we took them home for hubby to eat later, He threw them away as they were dry and heavy. Didn't feel fleshly made. 2 raspberries, blackberry and 2 tiny dark chocolate truffles (peas size) Not once were we asked if everything was OK or If we needed more tea or coffee. One staff member did say bye as she looked up from cleaning a table. Very disappointing. We have been to other venues who supplied a very nice afternoon tea, and didn't charge as much.

Lovely stay and great location. Staff are very nice and nothing is to much trouble. The breakfast was very good and the hotel was very clean and well presented. We would highly recommended a stay here. We will definitely be returning here next time we are in the area.

After a disappointing visit to The hotel in November We ventured back to a delightful meal in the restaurant. It had positively improved and we are happy to say we had an enjoyable meal and good service and would not hesitate in returning to the Hotel to stay and eat

Had a lovely 2 night stay at the Pheasant. Room was bright and airy and had all we needed. We were looking for a relaxing break and this was an ideal location. Food was delicious and served by delightful staff. Special shout out to the barman who greeted you with a big smile and produced some wonderful pre dinner cocktails and to Olivia and Yaz in the restaurant for their attentive service