Accommodation providers, in one form or another, have been around for centuries. Traditionally lodging was generally associated with a public house, with rooms available above bar and restaurant facilities then progressed into hotels, motels and other forms of accommodation options, such as farm stays and camping grounds.
One new form of lodging is the bed and breakfast, which is generally overnight accommodation and provided breakfast with guests required to have their other meals away from the establishment. Some of these accommodation types are situated in the home of the owner, which will have had some modifications to comply with building and health regulations, however some are located in a separate building offering a more self contained situation.
Bed and breakfasts in England, which are also known as a guest house, offer something that those in the new world can't, and that's history. The country is blessed with a large number of castles, palaces, estate houses, and conversions that have been opened to the public in the form of bed and breakfast accommodation and offering an insight into the history, and culture of the region.
One of the key benefits of choosing this form of accommodation is the high level of personal service, the local knowledge of the owners, and the unique characteristics of the establishment and location. Offering guests information about attractions and events in the area as well as details of the best places to eat, shop, and visit that may be off the usual tourist radar.
Like all accommodation providers you'll find a wide range of facilities, traditionally these were very basic - you would get a sparsely furnished room, shared bathroom facilities, and set breakfast, however as the years have gone by and consumer led demand has necessitated change, the facilities available now include a range of room standards from basic to luxury, you can also choose an establishment that will provide buffet, set, continental and a la carte breakfast, with some providing self contained facilities too. You'll also be able to choose an accommodation provider who offers ensuite bathrooms, cable television and wi-fi Internet connections.
Additionally you'll also find niche providers who offer unique experiences such as eco-tourism, perma culture, and sustainable living options, as well as floating accommodation where the establishment is set up in a houseboat.
If you are headed to England for a holiday choosing bed and breakfast accommodation will offer you it's own personal service and unique experience, filled with character and history as well as budget and user friendly options that will suit
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