Skipsea Grange is a Grade II listed building which, together with the surrounding arable farm, has been in Frances Davies' family for five generations. Frances herself spent some 25 years in Pacific Asia but in the early 1990s she returned home. Since she needed somewhere to store what she calls her 'accumulated junk', her father gave her the extensive farm outbuildings, including the former granary.

As Frances says, "I've created my own world here" and a fascinating one it is. Ancient beams run the whole length of the spacious room, with a splendid log fire and comfortable sofas at one end. In one corner, there's a collection of teapots, (including a gold one which was a golden wedding present to Frances' father); in another, some interesting gifts and crafts made by local people. 

The Grainary is a child-friendly place with toys for them to play with and a good choice of light snacks on the children's menu. The Grainary is also a grown-ups-friendly place, offering a wide choice of main meals, quick meals (including an All Day Breakfast), cream cakes, and desserts of the day. If you give 24 hours notice, Frances will prepare one of her special dishes such as Roasts, Lancashire Hotpot, Fish Pie or Vegetarian Bake, or indeed anything you would like to ask for. 

The same concern for visitors' creature comforts is also evident in the 7 guest rooms, two of which are suitable for disabled occupation. All of them have en suite or private facilities, 'showers that work', Sky Television, and tea/coffee making facilities.

For more romantic guests, Frances can also provide a choice of two suites for 'that special occasion, ~ honeymoon, anniversary, or Dirty Weekend etc!'. Both of them have their own dining area and 2-person Jacuzzis, one also has a 2-person sauna. If you are anyone near this attractive corner of the county, make sure you don't leave before paying a visit to, or staying at, The Grainary.