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Star Ratings
The Star rating for Self-Catering accommodation as provided by the VisitBritain.

The VisitBritain Star ratings reflect the quality that you're looking for when booking accommodation. The rating system is the result of extensive research into visitor expectations, ensuring that you can find the place to stay that suits you best. You can also rest assured that it has been checked out beforehand. All properties have to meet an extensive list of minimum requirements to take part in the scheme. From there, increased levels of quality apply. For instance, you'll find acceptable quality at one star, good to very good quality at three stars and exceptional quality at five stars.
Quite simply, the more stars, the higher the overall level of quality you can expect to find. Establishments at higher rating levels also have to meet some additional requirements for facilities.
Minimum entry requirements include the following:

• High standard of cleanliness throughout
• Pricing and conditions of booking made clear
• Local information to help you make the best of your stay
• Comfortable accommodation with a range of furniture to meet your needs
• Colour television (where signal available) at no extra charge
• Kitchen equipped to meet all essential requirements

What standards to expect at each level
- Acceptable overall level of quality. Adequate provision of furniture, furnishings and fittings.
- (in addition to what is provided at One Star) Good overall level of quality. All units self-contained.
- (in addition to what is provided at Two Star) Very good overall level of quality. Very good standard of maintenance and decoration. Ample space and good quality furniture. All double beds with access from both sides. Microwaves.
- (in addition to what is provided at Three Star) Excellent overall level of quality and attention to detail. Either access to washing machine and drier, if not provided in the unit, or a 24 hour laundry service.
- (in addition to what is provided at Four Star) Exceptional overall level of quality. High levels of décor, fixtures and fittings, together with excellent standards of management effciency and guest services. Excellent range of accessories and personal touches.

Please note: Many establishments may provide some facilities / equipment found at a higher star rating.

The Star Grading as noted on individual properties are believed to be correct at the time of writing (February 2007). All properties featured on this site have been personally inspected by Cottage in the Country.

 

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