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Best Luxury Breaks 2011
The summer's now behind us and Christmas is just around the corner – but our beautiful countryside is still out there, waiting to be explored..
Why not take advantage of the best of Britain and treat yourself and a loved one – or even the whole family – to a short break in a country hotel? In often stunning settings with great walks from the door, UK's rural hotels provide a much-needed dose of comfort, relaxation and exploration to suit any budget.
Of course, taking a short break in the British countryside means you escape the hassle of the crowds and long queues at the airport. Instead, you can simply book the hotel of your choice, turn up and unwind. So pack your wellies, head into the country and be prepared for a wonderful winter adventure where there's always a warm welcome and a happy ending.
Simply click on one of the regions to see a list of fantastic destinations
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Edinburgh offers an enchanting mix of historic sites and green spaces, and the Apex Waterloo Place Hotel is perfectly located to enjoy them all. This four star luxury hotel blends contemporary style and comfort with the historic Georgian building's original features and genuinely friendly service. All rooms are spacious and well-equipped with free high-speed Wi-Fi and widescreen LCD TVs. The hotel also boasts a great restaurant with period features: Elliot's Bar and Restaurant, serving modern Scottish brasserie cuisine.
www.apexhotels.co.uk | Tel: 0131 441 0440
Set within Europe's oldest Georgian terrace the stunning 21212, a Michelin starred restaurant with rooms, offers guests unparalleled luxury in the heart of Edinburgh city.
Facilities at five star 21212 include a 38 seater restaurant with open kitchen, drawing room, private dining and four luxury bedrooms.
www.21212restaurant.co.uk | Tel: 0845 22 21212
Hotel du Vin Edinburgh & Glasgow
A range of luxury hotels, synonymous with style & hospitality and offering exquisite accommodation, sumptuous food and an unquestionable devotion to wine.
Hotel du Vin in Edinburgh is nestled deep in the city's Old Town with 47 timelessly styled bedrooms, bistro, Laroche tasting room and an outstanding wine cellar.
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Hotel du Vin Glasgow at One Devonshire Gardens is a boutique hotel with an enviable reputation for service & style. With 49 stunning bedrooms, bistro, bar & whisky room, there's only One Devonshire Gardens for that indulgent break.
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The Royal Scotsman
A tour of Scotland aboard this luxurious train brings to life the magical landscape and legends of this spectacular country. Encounter the ever-changing landscape of sweeping glens, towering peaks and mirror-calm lochs as the train weaves through wild countryside and along virgin stretches of coast. The Royal Scotsman train is relaxed, indulgent and exclusively for just 36 guests. Sumptuous meals, made from the finest produce are served in the dining cars. The luxurious cabins are furnished in country style with rich marquetry. On board the train, however you don't simply admire the scenery there are plenty of opportunities to explore it first-hand.
www.royalscotsman.com | Tel: 020 7921 4010
The Isle of Mull Hotel & Spa
The Isle of Mull Hotel & Spa overlooks Craignure Bay with views over to Morvern and Argyll. Enjoy stunning sunsets from our hot tub, relax in the spa or explore the beautiful, historic islands of Mull and Iona. There's an abundance of wildlife on Mull including deer, eagles, herons and seals.
Dornoch Castle Hotel
Come and treat yourself to a luxury break in one of the most scenic parts of Northern Scotland where we can offer the best in highland hospitality.
With an AA rosette for our food, a huge range of malt whiskies in our bar and the warmest of welcome's to greet you.
Visit our website to see the range of gorgeous rooms we have
available and for special offers.
Tel: 01862 891216 | www.dornochcastlehotel.com
Glendavan House
Set in the heart of Royal Deeside in the Cairngorm National Park, Glendavan House stands in a stunning and secluded location overlooking Loch Davan. The grounds are home to varied Highland wildlife including regularly sighted red squirrels, pheasants and roe deer. Beautiful walks, castles, galleries and distilleries are all just a short distance away. Furnished to the highest standards, each suite combines bespoke and antique furniture, Victorian features and luxurious fabrics with state of the art, modern facilities. Accommodation at Glendavan has been tailored to offer every guest a little bit of luxury in a relaxed and informal manner.
www.glendavanhouse.com | Tel: 013398 81610
Dreamhouse Luxury Apartments & Suites
Entering a Dreamhouse apartment is a bit like slipping into an expensive designer suit. The wallpaper is stripy like a Savile Row shirt. The twin bathrooms bristle with designer Italian taps, the kitchen shines with Smeg and Gaggenau appliances and the living area boasts a massive, wall-hung TV with surround sound.
And even if you're not the business type, it's a far superior option to staying in a similarly priced hotel. First, why hire a bedroom in a corridor when you can get a luxury two-bed apartment with five rooms to spread out in?
Our luxurious apartments are available in Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow.
www.dreamhouseapartments.com | Tel: 08452260232
Edenwater House
A hedonistic home from home situated at the heart of our beautiful Scottish Borderlands. Wonderful food, fascinating wines and truly personal service. Big comfortable bedrooms all ensuite. Two miles from Kelso Racecourse with the best beats on Tweed only two or three miles away. Our wine food and wine tasting weekends are legendary.
Edenwater House is recommended by The Good Food Guide, The Good Hotel Guide, Michelin, Fodors, Du Mont, Marco Polo, The Guardian B&B Directory, Scotland, The Best! and by those who appreciate personal service, comfort, good food and wine, and tranquility.
www.edenwaterhouse.co.uk | Tel: 01573 224070
Northern England
Classic Lodges
Classic Lodges is a group of historic hotels all set in fabulous locations from Northumberland to the Sussex Downs. We are offering you the chance to stay in any one of three beautiful Yorkshire properties at a superb rate. Enjoy roaring log fires, good food in our restaurants and a great night's sleep in luxuriously comfortable rooms.
There's plenty to entertain you whatever the weather: shopping in Harrogate's exclusive boutiques, walking along the Yorkshire coast, lunch in a pub on the North Yorkshire Moors, browsing museums or enjoying a game of golf.
Stay at Bagden Hall, Denby Dale, The Old Swan, Harrogate or the newly-refurbished Grinkle Park, Guisborough for just £99 per room per night, including dinner, accommodation in a classic room, breakfast and a chilled bottle of Prosecco waiting for you on arrival.
This offer is subject to availability, on selected dates until 31st March 2011 and does not include Friday 11th to Monday 14th February. Subsequent nights may be charged at a different tariff. For full terms and conditions go to the website. To book your Yorkshire break, call and quote H&A.
www.classiclodges.co.uk | Tel: 08456 038892
Storrs Hall Luxury Lakeside Hotel
Amongst all the Hotels in the Lake District, Storrs Hall is unquestionably one of the most spectacular. The Hotel, a grade II Georgian Mansion, offers an idyllic setting to enjoy a luxury hotel experience. Storrs Hall, with its National Trust-owned folly the "Temple", has for years been a landmark to sigh over. Sitting in an unrivalled position, this lakeland Hotel enjoys views of Lake Windermere that seem endless.
www.englishlakes.co.uk | Tel: 08458 507 506
Coquet Cottages
Award-winning luxury holiday cottages in the best locations
If you're searching for a very special, luxury holiday cottage on the coast or in the countryside of beautiful Northumberland then look no further. From a romantic weekend for two to a large family get-together, you'll get more from your holiday in one of our privately-owned cottages and make it one to talk about and remember for a long time.
www.coquetcottages.co.uk | Tel: 0191 388 3752
Fischer's at Baslow Hall
Fischer's at Baslow Hall is situated on the edge of the Chatsworth Estate in the beautiful and dramatic Peak District of Derbyshire. Baslow Hall's own garden is a delight with a large manicured lawn, vegetable kitchen garden, arboretum and much more to see and explore. The Michelin-starred restaurant achieves national recognition from all major guidebooks. All 11 bedrooms are decorated in a truly individual and elegant style to the highest standards. Special offers available throughout the year.
www.fischers-baslowhall.co.uk | Tel: 01246 583259
The Cavendish Hotel
A mere 20 minutes walk across the field and into the Estate; Chatsworth can be easily accessed from the Cavendish Hotel, making it an ideal base from which the House and the surrounding Peak District can be explored.
The hotel exudes a quiet elegance with an extensive collection of original artwork and antiques adding to that elusive dimension – tranquillity. Add to that, of course, that view from the window of every bedroom – no traffic, only fields and you will begin to understand the lure of the Cavendish.
www.cavendish-hotel.net | Tel: 01246 582311
The Black Swan Hotel
The Black Swan in the picturesque setting of Helmsley's market place has been a hostelry for over 500 years, and today this stylish boutique hotel enjoys a fine reputation for its culinary delights. The Rutland Restaurant at The Black Swan has two AA rosettes and serves dishes featuring seasonal, Yorkshire produce given a creative twist by Australian born Head Chef, Paul Peters. There are also mouth-watering afternoon teas in which to indulge at the hotel's charming tea rooms, voted to be among the best in the country.
www.blackswan-helmsley.co.uk | Tel: 01439 770466
Headlam Hall
Standing in beautiful walled gardens with its own luxury spa and golf course, there is no better place for a lovely relaxing short break than Headlam Hall Hotel. This 17th century Jacobean mansion which offers forty lovely en-suite bedrooms and suites, and looks out over its own rolling countryside estate amidst the scenic beauty of Teesdale in the Durham dales. Close by are many wonderful Teesdale attractions, including High Force, England's highest waterfall, the amazing Bowes Museum with its antiquities, paintings, porcelain collections and famous Silver Swan, Raby Castle and the quaint market town of Barnard Castle with its numerous interesting antique shops.
www.headlamhall.co.uk | Tel: 01325 730 238
Central England
Thoresby Hall Hotel & Spa
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We believe that everyone's holiday is special to them and Thoresby Hall Hotel is the perfect example of this.
For the second year running we are proud to announce that Thoresby Hall Hotel has won silver for Boutique Hotel of the year, coming second to the prestigious Dorchester Hotel, proving they really are one of the best hotels to visit in the UK.
Set in beautiful grounds including a secret Victorian Rose garden, enchanting woodland and herbaceous garden this 16th Century building with charming public rooms, à la carte restaurant and a Spa to make your holiday truly magical.
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www.warnerleisurehotels.co.uk | Tel: 0800 1 388 399
Burford House
99 High Street, Burford, Oxfordshire, OX18 4QA
Burford House stands on the beautiful historic High Street of the Cotswold town of Burford, which time has forgotten. Though the house is 17th century, owners Ian Hawkins and Stewart Dunkley bring a freshness to their special kind of hospitality. Burford House is fast becoming a Cotswold landmark – make sure you plan a visit.
www.burford-house.co.uk | Tel: 01993 823151
Aylestone Court Hotel
Aylestone Hill, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR1 1HS
This Grade-II listed Georgian townhouse has been restored to create an inviting, homely environment. With nine individually furnished guest rooms and reception rooms full of period details, it's the perfect retreat. Explore Herefordshire by day, then at night relax in the bar and restaurant. Winter and spring weekend breaks start from £99 per room per night.
www.aylestonecourt.com | Tel: 0845 365 3022
Windfall Cottage
Station Road, Beckford, Gloucestershire, GL20 7AD
Provençal-style furniture and crisp White Company linens lend this spacious cottage modern-day luxury. Bring your brood – there's a baby suite, games and gadgets, and all the essentials, so you've more room to bring frivolities, high heels and dinnerparty duds. Cute Beckford village is on your doorstep and the rest of the Cotswolds are there to be explored beyond.
www.windfallcottage.com | Tel: 01386 881323
Moddershall Oaks Spa – Restaurant – Suites
Romantic retreat or a girly getaway, Moddershall Oaks has everything you need. This adult friendly spa is set in 72 acres of countryside & is the perfect place to relax & forget about the stresses of everyday life.
With 10 luxury 5 star suites, all with access to an outdoor hot tub, this boutique spa boasts a full range of spa facilities, an award-winning lakeside restaurant and a licensed bar. A range of luxurious spa treatments are on offer to aid relaxation & compliment the tranquil atmosphere in the spa area.
www.moddershalloaks.com | Tel: 01782 399000
A Perfect Lakeside Retreat
The Cotswolds. The heart of the Cotswold countryside plays host to our stunning collection of 4/5* quality lodges and contemporary homes. Enjoy nature, walks, spa's, market towns, water-sports, fishing, golf and much more. Properties sleep between 2-8 people and have their own private decking. Flexible breaks available.
Ideal for families. Pets welcome.
www.orionholidays.com | Tel: 01285 861839
The Vale Resort Hotel
Hensol Park, Hensol, Nr Cardiff , Vale of Glamorgan, CF72 8JY
Nestled in over 650 acres of Welsh countryside, the resort recently received the accolade of Wales' highest rated AA fourstar hotel. With 143 luxury bedrooms, two golf courses, Wales' largest spa and award-winning dining facilities, it is one of the UK's most desirable destinations. New year leisure breaks are available from £78 per room, per night bed and breakfast.
www.vale-hotel.com | Tel: 01443 667807
Gower, Swansea, West Glamorgan, SA3 1HA
Oldwalls' award-winning cottages are pet-friendly while retaining a five-star rating (B&B and self-catering). Seventeen unspoilt beaches are all within 10 minutes, including Rhossili, voted Britain's best bay 2010. Oldwalls, with its grounds, tennis court and trout lakes, coupled with a village pub right next door really is a first choice destination.
www.oldwallsleisure.com | Tel: 01792 391468
Gliffaes Country House Hotel
Gliffaes Country House Hotel, Crickhowell, Powys, NP8 1RH
In a world of corporate branding wouldn't it be good to discover a hotel with individuality? Somewhere where the friendliness is genuine and a place where spas and gyms can't begin to compete with a walk in the Brecon Beacons or an evening's fishing on the river Usk. Somewhere you are more likely to hear an owl than a police car. If you are after a comfortable hotel (4 stars) with good locally sourced food, a sensibly priced wine list all wrapped up in 33 acres of grounds and all taken care of by the same family since 1948 then look at our website.
www.gliffaeshotel.com | Tel: 01874 730371
The Castle Hotel
High Street, Conwy, LL32 8DB
The Castle Hotel, an old coaching inn, has had a fascinating past and has made an important contribution to the history of the World Heritage town of Conwy, playing host to such famous figures as Telford, Stephenson and Wordsworth.
In recent times the famous old hostelry has had major upgrades and now sits proudly in the town, attracting locals and tourist alike. All 28 bedrooms and suites are to the AA's 4 Star standards with 2 Rosettes for dining. The style is relaxed and comfortable in a more contemporary environment.
www.castlewales.co.uk | Tel: 01492 582800
South West
Court Farm
Standerwick, Somerset, BA11 2PR
Our 16th-century farmhouse sits in 10 acres of grounds on the Somerset border with Wiltshire, close to Bath and minutes from Frome. Beautifully renovated in boutique hotel style, the cottage and glorious bedrooms in the farmhouse welcome parties from two to 10. Think delicious linens, log fi res in the winter and summer days in the courtyard full of herbs.
www.courtfarmstanderwick.co.uk | Tel: 01373 830495
Ston Easton Park
A superb Palladian mansion set in one of the West Country's most romantic estates, Ston Easton Park exudes elegance, warmth and comfort. Log fires burn, comfortable antique furniture and exquisite paintings beckon, evoking memories of a more leisured age.
As you might expect in these surroundings, the cuisine at Ston Easton Park is of award-winning stature, available in both formal and relaxed settings. Its cellars too are famed for their fine wines and vintages.
www.stoneaston.co.uk | Tel: 01761 241 631
Mount Somerset Hotel and Spa
The excellent food is one of the big attractions at the newly refurbished Mount Somerset Hotel and Spa. We use the finest ingredients – sourced locally wherever possible. Exmoor lamb and beef, our own smoked Salmon, Somerset ham hock, Somerset cheeses and Brixham crab feature regularly.
Prices start from just £127.50 per person per night including overnight accommodation, full English breakfast and seven course tasting menu. Rates subject to availability and based on two people sharing a room.
www.mountsomersethotel.co.uk | Tel: 01823 442500
Bishopstrow House
Bishopstrow House is without doubt one of the finest luxury hotels in Dorset and Wiltshire and is a temple to relaxation – guests receive the warmest of welcomes and the ultimate in hospitality.
Rates from £117.50 per person to include Champagne, Truffles, Dinner, and discounted spa treatments. Or Easter breaks from only £122.50 per person per night to include Afternoon Tea, truffle making, Easter Egg hunts and Dinner.
Bishopstrow House is the ideal location and place to visit with friends and family for local attractions such as Longleat Safari Park and Stonehenge.
www.bishopstrow.co.uk | Tel: 01985 212 312
Fowey Hall Hotel
Fowey Hall was the inspiration behind Toad Hall in 'Wind in the Willows' and sits in a spectacular location overlooking the sailing and fishing port of Fowey on the South Cornish coast, within its original walled gardens and with commanding views of the river estuary and far out to sea.
Fowey Hall is the most wonderful of luxury family hotels by the coast in Cornwall. An idyllic Cornish coastal hotel for the whole family.
www.foweyhallhotel.co.uk | Tel: 01726 833866
Cotswold Water Park Four Pillars Hotel
As you make your way to the Cotswold Water Park Four Pillars Hotel, through almost 55 acres of prime Cotswold parkland, you realise you are somewhere special. It is a sensation that will only grow, as you enter the hotel and discover a luxury four star haven, which compliments its stunning surroundings and provides all the contemporary facilities you could wish for. Built to a very high specification, the hotel's architecture maximises the stunning location, with wonderful views and a sense of space throughout. Combining the peace of a rural retreat with the benefits of state-of-the-art facilities, it is the perfect place in which to mix activity with relaxation.
www.cotswoldwaterparkhotel.com | Tel: 0800 374 692
Tortworth Court Four Pillars Hotel
There is an ancestral estate in the South Gloucestershire countryside with a history as interesting as the beautiful landscape that surrounds it. It is a place where Lords, Knights and Dukes all played their part in weaving a rich, historical fabric.
Welcome to Tortworth Court Four Pillars Hotel. Situated within close proximity to Bristol and only a few miles from the picturesque Cotswolds town of Wotton-under-Edge, this restored Grade II listed Victorian mansion is a secret waiting to be unravelled. Nestled within 30 acres of private parkland, its distinctive charm is as quintessentially English as it is extraordinary.
www.four-pillars.co.uk/tortworth | Tel: 0800 374 692
Hunstrete House
Hunstrete House an historic country home nestling amid the Mendip Hills 8 miles from Bath. Beautiful 18th century Georgian manor in woodland, gardens and adjoining deer park gives guests a breathtaking experience to enjoy walking, photography, food and countryside - only 20 minutes drive from Bath and Bristol airport. For one of Somerset's best kept secrets why not book the whole place for yourself – 25 bedrooms, 71 acres, grounds for marquees – great for family celebrations and private house parties!
www.hunstretehouse.co.uk | Tel: 01761 490490 (quote "BBCbreaks")
Larkbeare Grange Luxury B&B
Larkbeare Grange is a charming 5* Bed & Breakfast nestled away in a very peaceful setting close to Exeter. Charlie and Julia's ethos is straightforward: To do the simple things well and always to exceed expectations. It is a brilliant base from which to access the city or the picturesque fishing villages of Beer and Branscombe, Dartmoor and the Jurassic Coast. Each of the four bedrooms has its own personality and all are en-suite, tastefully furnished and finished with thoughtful little extras. The beautiful Georgian house is surrounded by rolling countryside so nature is never far away. The breakfasts are amazing.
www.larkbeare.net | Tel: 01404 822 069
FJB Hotels Dorset
Location.. location.. location...
Four luxury hotels situated in Bournemouth and on the Sandbanks peninsula, Poole each offering excellent facilities, breathtaking locations, stunning sea views, award-winning dining, uncompromising levels of service and stylish sophisticated interiors.
www.fjbhotels.co.uk | Tel: 0845 337 1550
A Jacobean Manor tucked away in its own secret valley.
Hidden away in a wooded hollow just beneath the wild tors of Dartmoor, Lewtrenchard is a house virtually untouched by time. The original manor was mentioned in the Domesday Book, but today's impressive Jacobean dwelling, set in its own shrub filled gardens and surrounded by peaceful parkland, dates from the early 1600's.
www.lewtrenchard.co.uk | Tel: 01566 783 222
Moonfleet Manor Hotel
Moonfleet Manor is a handsome Georgian Manor House, situated on the stunning Jurassic Coast, near Weymouth in Dorset, with impressive views overlooking the Fleet Lagoon and Chesil Beach. The light touch, but attentive hospitality enshrines the sense of other worldliness, but the fabulous food and great house cocktails let you know that you really are in the present.
With so much exploring available right on the doorstep, there is so much to do…or not! You choose.
www.moonfleetmanorhotel.co.uk | Tel: 01305 786948
Woolley Grange Hotel
A beautiful Jacobean Manor House standing in 14 acres of grounds on the outskirts of the medieval wool town of Bradford-on-Avon in Wiltshire, Woolley Grange was the first Luxury Family Hotel in 1989.
Woolley Grange still retains the atmosphere of home, formality is replaced with a warm welcome and an understanding that our youngest guests need to let off steam whilst you need some welcome refreshments. Woolley is your home whilst you are with us; relax, unwind and let us take care of you!
www.woolleygrangehotel.co.uk | Tel: 01225 864705
Tudor Farmhouse Hotel
Get away from it all and enjoy our warm welcome and award winning cuisine. The Tudor Farmhouse is a privately owned 20 bedroom hotel set in 14 acres of protected ancient grassland. The former working farm has been carefully converted to mix the character of the old with contemporary touches.
We would like to offer visitors to this website the opportunity to stay with us for a special dinner bed and breakfast rate of just £145 per night (based on two sharing). This offer is valid on all bookings Sunday-Thursday until 30th June 2011 and is subject to availability. It also includes a complimentary basket of goodies, a glass of prosecco each before dinner, newspaper and full cooked breakfast.
www.tudorfarmhousehotel.co.uk | Tel: 01594 833046 quote H&A
South East
Drakes of Brighton
44 Marine Parade, Brighton, BN2 1PE
The stunning beachfront boutique hotel, drakes of Brighton, is providing a fabulous reason to spend a stylish night at the seaside this Summer and indulge in a little luxury whilst discovering the delights of the city's colourful culture.
A sumptuous double room, with 2 course gourmet Dinner in the award winning restaurant and full breakfast are included in this Midsummer break at Brighton's finest boutique hotel. Prices are from as little as £165 per night for 2 people sharing.
All rooms are luxurious and most offer breathtaking views over the famous Pier offering a vista guaranteed to leave a lasting impression of Brighton. The 2AA Rosette restaurant at drakes offers inspiring Modern European menus using the finest seasonal ingredients.
Tel: 01273 696934
The Star Alfriston
This 13th century built historic hotel with original exposed oak beams and roaring fires is ideal for a getaway. Set in an idyllic English Tudor village, in the South Downs National Park, the Star is surrounded by nature's playground. The hotel's AA rosette restaurant, The Capella, uses locally sourced produce and features a fantastic modern British menu with classic French influences. Our warm and friendly staff will welcome you and make your stay as enjoyable as possible. You can pamper yourself to an in-room spa treatment or two, relax in our library and lounges or enjoy one of our recommended walking trails over the South Downs. Free Wi-Fi and car park on site.
www.thestaralfriston.co.uk | Tel: 01323 870495
The Capital Hotel
The Capital Hotel is located in the heart of Knightsbridge, one minute to Harrods, three to Harvey Nichols. With easy access to the Royal parks, The Capital Hotel is perfect for visiting some of the most prestigious botanic gardens in London, like the Chelsea Physic Garden and Kew Gardens.
The hotel provides luxury accommodation and personalised service; classic English decor is reflected in elegant furnishings. The award winning restaurant offers some of the finest British classics with a unique French influence.
www.capitalhotel.co.uk | Tel: 020 7589 5171
The Millstream Hotel
The Millstream is a pretty building dating from 1701, set within beautiful gardens in the heart of Bosham, a quayside village on the shores of Chichester Harbour four miles from the city. The 'modern-British' cooking has been awarded 2 rosettes by the AA and the exceptional hospitality, comfort and service have been recognised by a Gold Award from Visit Britain.
www.millstreamhotel.com | Tel: 01243 573234
Rye Lodge
Great British hotels are all around the country, Rye Lodge, is acclaimed and acknowledged as one of the finest luxury town house hotels in the South East and the only 'Gold Award' hotel for miles around! One reviewer said 'this is a 'little gem' of an hotel with standards of service only achieved by experienced hoteliers through hard work and dedication to their art'. All the 18 bedrooms have elegant décor, luxury furnishings, and are thoughtfully equipped with little extras that make your stay special.
www.ryelodge.co.uk | Tel: 01797 223838


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- Address:
1809 Union St
San Francisco, CA 94123Neighborhood:
Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
- Cuisine:
ItalianPrice: $30 and under
- Dining Style: Casual Elegant
- Website: http://www.capanninasf.com/
- Phone: (415) 409-8001
- Hours of Operation:
Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm,
Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:30pm
- Payment Options: AMEX,Diners Club,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: Seafood, Italian
- Dress Code: Business Casual
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Bar Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Takeout, Wine
- Catering: Our full menu is available for catered events.
- Private Party Facilities: For larger parties or private events, please call the restaurant for details.
- Private Party Contact: Michele Di Ruocco 4154098001
- Special Events: We have a Prix Fixe menu everyday from 5:00-6:00 PM, a three course dinner for $25.00 per person. Right now we are serving Black & White Truffle menu specials.
A word from Capannina
Everything about Capannina is soft and subtle. The decor - celadon green upper walls, ambra marble below, handmade glass lamps, hanging mirror panels and faux columns that glow from the lights behind them - is simple yet striking. The marble, the lamps, and many of the ingredients used in the excellent dishes are all imported from Italy and the subtle softness of the interior extends to the food: eclectic Italian with an emphasis on Southern Italian tradition while still maintaining well-orchestrated choices from all over Italy. With pasta made in-house and delightfully fresh buffalo mozzarella coming from Italy, Capannina offers the essence of subtlety in the artistic presentation of its menu, along with an atmosphere that conveys the slightest California touch. PLEASE NOTE: We serve a prefix menu, consisting of a three-course dinner for $25 per person every day from 5pm to 6pm. Thereafter, we serve a regular menu. Black and white truffles imported from Itali & a seasonal menu.Continued
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Capannina reviews from OpenTable diners
142 reviews since August 1, 2014
- Food4.5Service4.3
- Ambiance4Noise LevelModerate
neighborhood gem (104)fit for foodies (85)notable wine list (40)romantic (40)special occasion (39)great for outdoor dining (17)good for groups (13)hot spot (10)kid-friendly (8)late-night find (7)great for lunch (3)great for brunch (3)scenic view (1)Show More
- Good Italian fooddavidDined on 11/22/2014We all enjoyed this place. The food was very good, the service attentive. Prices about right for the place, not cheap but not too expensive.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2007Dined on 11/22/2014Great dinner during the truffle season! Will definitely be back even it isn't truffle season.I would recommend this to a friend.
- Almost therehauterouteVIPDined on 11/19/2014Overall good experience but they go overboard on adding truffle oil to just about everything, which seems to be the trendiest thing these days. I personally hate the stuff and it wasn't stated on the menu that it was in the tortellini, which were otherwise excellent---but this ruined it. The molten chocolate dessert was delicious and the wine list on offer was a good value. The only other disappointment was the mozzarella, arugula and prosciutto salad, which arrived soggy and wilted, with little flavor.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Deliciious food in a warm and inviting settingOpenTable Diner Since 2010VIPDined on 11/14/2014All of our meals were fantastic! The salmon was the best I had ever had. Lovely spot.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Capannina was so good, we had to go back.NormanDianaDined on 11/12/2014The enthusiastic Italian service complements the fine food. We recommend it, and suggest making a reservation. It gets busy!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- brianpVIPDined on 11/9/2014Good food, nice staff, great experience. Woould recommend for a small dinner gathering.Special Features:
- kind of expensivevisitorDined on 11/8/2014overall okay. expensive also got the feeling that we needed to vacate the table on a Saturday night. we won't be going back.
- Best Italian Resturant in SFDaveVIPDined on 11/8/2014This is an authentic Italian restaurant with an Italian owner an all professional Italian waiters. When in season order the white or black truffle pasta. It's amazing! Extensive Italian wine list as well & reasonably priced. This is a neighborhood gem!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Three visits, three excellent mealsJoeblowDined on 11/8/2014We were at Capannina on Saturday night. We booked for 6pm, but it dawned on me that their excellent Early Bird special was from 5-6pm, so we made a mad dash, found a parking spot right across the street. Three times my wife has had the grilled salmon, each time the salmon was cooked perfectly-impressive! I ordered a non-alcoholic beer, they went out and bought one because they don't normally carry one-impressive! As usual, the service is friendly, informative, busboys are helpful without being overbearing. Such a neighborhood gem!Special Features:
- Excellent food and servicekrwadaDined on 11/8/2014Capanninna's food and service is very good. It is like having a fine dining experience in the Spanish Quarter of RomeSpecial Features:
- New findOpenTable Diner Since 2010Dined on 11/6/2014We'll be back! Nice atmosphere, accommodating, and good food.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2007Dined on 11/5/2014It's like I was back in Italy! Bravo The octopus appetizer is the best in the city. Very good service and great neighborhood ambianceSpecial Features:
- Excellant Location. Great FoodFoodmeDined on 10/24/2014This place has a certain old school, Little Italy charm, but it's also modern. It makes for a very approachable, neighborhood spot with really good Italian food. Located in a really cool part of SF. Lots of shopping, bars and dining in walking distance. Very small, tables are really crammed in there, but that's because they have great food. Everything we had was excellent. Solid wine list with some moderately priced and unique choices. Reasonable food prices for SF too. Servers did a good job maneuvering through the tiny spaces in between tables.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Absolutely perfectBinocheDined on 10/23/2014Our second time here and definitely our favorite neighborhood establishment. We forgot they have an early bird prix fix meal which is amazing value. Each dish from the pappardelle with wild boar and the tortellini with a wine reduction sauce with fragrant and crisp herbs which melted in your mouth was superb. The service was very attentive. The establishment is definitly high quality on every detail.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Outstanding8by10VIPDined on 10/19/2014Definitely one of the best Italian restaurants in SF. The short ribs tortellini are truly amazing. We have been there several times and the service is exceptional.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Excellent Italian in a great hoodJimDVIPDined on 10/15/2014Capannina is still consistently serving excellent Italian fare and definitely worth going to - even if you don't live in the neighborhood. It is certainly easy enough to get to, and right in the main shopping / dining area of UNION Street (Cow Hollow/Marina area). PLUS the restaurant is always very accomadating witch to me is a big plus. On the night I visited, my dining companion asked for an entree they used to serve (Gnocchi Gorganzola), and without hesitation the waiter said they would be happy to make for him. Not only did they make it, it was outstanding. I had the pork Milanese, and as always it was perfectly cooked, and tender enough to cut with your fork. My only complaint is the wine list is getting a bit expensive.Special Features:
- Amazing meal and service!OpenTable Diner Since 2007VIPDined on 10/14/2014The mozzarella heirloom tomato salad was amazing! The linguine and clams were soooo tasty! The braised beef tortellini was absolutely incredible! I've been here several times and have always had a wonderful meal and a great selection of wine as well, not to mention the amazing service!Special Features:
- sfsfVIPDined on 10/11/2014We had a very disappointing dinner and won't be back. While the pasta was okay, the swordfish was cold and tasteless. Additionally, the waiter never brought our second glass of wine. Lastly, the restaurant was so loud that conversation was almost impossible.
- Real Italian restaurantRonny1Dined on 10/4/2014Great Italian restaurant, very good food with real Italian taste.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- We keep going back!CouldBeBetterVIPDined on 10/2/2014There are many choices for us to walk to dinner, but we keep going back to Cappaninna because the food is so good.Special Features:
- Superb!bluebuddha88Dined on 9/27/2014Took the wife to Capannina for anniversary dinner: fantastic food and service. The risotto and the Tuscan brick-pressed chicken were delicious. Tables are set close together and can get quite noisy -- but the meal and attentive staff cancel out any negative.Special Features:
- Nailed ItPHL2NYC2SFOVIPDined on 9/27/2014Not sure why it took my wife and I to find this place, but now it's heavy in the rotation, and on our hosting agenda for out-of-town visitors. Fantastic food, service, everything...
- Lovely!drsullyDined on 9/27/2014We went to Capannina on the recommendation of a friend. Making reservations was easy with open table, and the restaurant called that afternoon to confirm. We arrived on time and were seated immediately in a cozy booth in the back corner. The restaurand was somewhat noisy but the corner table was quieter. The staff were very attentive and friendly, but not intrusive to our romantic dinner. We never had to ask for anything. The food was divine, from the appetizer to the pasta to the entree to the dessert. We overstuffed ourselves because the food was so good! I highly recommend Capannina for a dinner date in San Francisco!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Pleasant SurpriseJackNVDined on 9/26/2014I don't venture too much into the Marina for social events but was very pleased with my trip to Capannina. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, attentive but not pushy. They knew their menu and they knew there wine. There was not a long wait for any of the courses, they were fresh and delicious when delivered and the spacing of the courses was excellent. It's small, the bar is tiny, a little bit loud when the dining room is full and after 7 reservations are a must, but the food and staff outweigh any of those concerns. I would go back in a heartbeat.Special Features:
- First visit!hbfam14VIPDined on 9/25/2014Food was terrific and service attentive and relaxed. Really enjoyed it and will go back!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Very NiceOpenTable Diner Since 2004VIPDined on 9/21/2014Despite its location on trendy Union Street, Capaninna is the real deal. Very good food, attentive service and reasonable prices. What's not to like?I would recommend this to a friend.
- Where Italians eat in SFSpencer1228Dined on 9/21/2014Capannina never disappoints. This romantic little gem has a great kitchen and staff. They serve the kind of food that's so good that whole tables go quiet as people eat (or trade bites). Consistent, delicious, special.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Always a great Italian experiencesfrefVIPDined on 9/20/2014Capannina is the complete package, and one of our favorite dining venues in SF. The lively dinner crowd and the décor create an ambiance that is energetic but intimate at the same time. Owner Michele is the consummate host and makes every diner feel as if he or she is being invited into his home for dinner. The service is always top notch. My wife and I have dined at Capaninna for six years and find that the cuisine is consistently top tier Italian - there is no menu item that we would not recommend. Some personal favorites are: starters => black ink risotto w/scallops, beet salad; pastas => all, but with a shout out to the pappardelle and the orecchiette; mains => veal scaloppini al limone, salmone alla griglia.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Italian neighborhood diningRavioliDined on 9/20/2014This is a true neighborhood Italian restaurant, with great food and service. If you want Italian food in a lively atmosphere, this is for you. We look forward to going back to try more of the menu. Folks should be prepared to meet your neighbors, as they have packed the tables in to accommodate as many as possible. Reservations on the weekends seem to be a good idea if not required.Special Features:
- Very GoodOpenTable Diner Since 2011Dined on 9/20/2014Very good neighborhood restaurant. It was nice to go somewhere with good food outside of the tourist areas.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Brush up on your ItalianDeliciousandNutritiousVIPDined on 9/20/2014Our server was straight from Italy and most pleasant. The salads were generous, as were the main courses. Every bite was delicious. This is definitely a place we'll keep coming back to.Special Features:
- Fabyc5VIPDined on 9/19/2014We went by coincidence it was the only restaurant with available tables and it was a big surprise! One of the best restaurants I've been in San Francisco! Great menu real Italian, and great pricesSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Authentic and original ItalianPaul31Dined on 9/19/2014Wonderful, friendly server. Good suggestions. Food is quite tasty with surprisingly good portions. Roasted pressed italian chicken was amazing. Squid ink Scallop risotto was exotic and incredibly tasty. Panna cotta was smooth creamy and delicious. Wine selection good. Warm, comfortable atmosphere. Popular place, so every seat in the house was taken, including some street seating.Special Features:
- a findShihuVIPDined on 9/18/2014This small neighborhood gem is one of the best Italian restaurants in San Francisco. The food is prepared and served beautifully , the wine list is priced fairly, and the proprietor is always attentive.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Excellent Italian FooderniecDined on 9/18/2014Finding really authentic Italian food in San Francisco is difficult...Capannina provides that. You could be in Capri enjoying the same fare.Special Features:
- Great Early Bird!!jaa1Dined on 9/18/2014From 5 to 6, this restaurant offers you a wonderful selection from their regular menu of large portions and great soup/salad, entree, and any dessert for 25.00 per person. Loved it. The food was ample, fresh, and very tasty, too!Special Features:
- Italy On Union Dtreetbruce09VIPDined on 9/18/2014My wife and I enjoyed the best Italian. We were warmly greeted, and sat down immediately. The atmosphere was quiet, and the decor was warm and inviting. I started with a glass of cabernet from Napa, perfect. My starter was the Black Pepper Carpaccio Di Manzo. It was with a mustard dill sauce and argula, the best ever. My wife had the mozzarella di bufala con prosciutto pepperoni, excellent. for the mains we ate Veal Scaloppini Al Limmone,again the best my wife ever ate. I had the tortolini with a bufoal ragu the that was marvelous. I will go back to Capannina , and make it one of my go to places. Bravo…..Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great foodOpenTable Diner Since 2006VIPDined on 9/12/2014Enjoyed our dinner. Seared Tuna was delicious. Service as friendly. Will be back. Only downside: not much space between tables.Special Features:
- HappyDinerVIPDined on 9/11/2014Always delicious, and with impeccable service! A real gem, great for both special and normal need some great Italian occasions!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- great restaurantfoodie415Dined on 9/6/2014The food was amazing. It was prepared with care. It wad prepared like it wad an art piece and it tasted delicious. The service was really good. The server had a very strong italian accent which made the vibe even better. I definitely will come back. I would recommend to friends.. but at the same time want to keep it to myself so I can bring my dates.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.


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wait... seriously?
Brady Hoke
Hail Mary
This is our off-season strategy, and I love it
It's easy to forget that the "Hail Mary" is not just a football play, but also a prayer. While Brady Hoke's desired scheme is more Lloyd Carr than Rich Rodriguez, his coaching approach is certainly closer to Art Briles' play-calling than Mike DeBord's.
So what the hell does that mean?
I love--as I believe most do--Hoke's aggressiveness on fourth down. But we've learned quite a bit more about his willingness to go "all in" this off-season, and the result will be a 2014 team that looks drastically different from its predecessor. No less than six position changes that could affect the starting line-up, a new offensive coordinator, and significant scheme change on defense. This is the "Hail Mary" off-season: it is both a long, risky pass, and a prayer.
2013, to me, was The Season of Infinite Pain. It wasn't just the losing, it was the way we lost. The go-backwards offense that decided four downs were just too many combined with a defense that seemed to know exactly when to self-destruct made for a season that was excrutiatingly painful to watch, and I believe that the manner in which we lost (and won) was even more of a factor in our recruiting death spiral than the record itself. In the few games where the offense did click (Notre Dame, Indiana, Ohio) the defense couldn't keep-up, and the offensive line was never even close to adequate.
I hope we're all still smiling in December
So what did Brady Hoke do about this? He fired his friend and Offensive Coordinator--with whom he'd had lots of success. He made wholesale changes to the positions the defensive staff coaches, and removed himself as a position coach. He will be instituting a new scheme on both sides of the ball--completely new on offense, and moving from a 4-3 Under to a 4-3 Over on defense. Make no mistake about it, this change on defense is almost as significant as moving from a 3-4 to a 4-3 (but not as significant as going to a 3-3-5). On top of that, Hoke is reshuffling a slew of starters and key back-ups.
Here's what I love about this:
- It's all on Hoke. If this season ends in disaster, the J. Ira and Blah Blah Blah Coach will be the last place for the finger to point. It's mostly his roster, the coaching staff has been rebuilt, player positions have been changed. The answer to the question, "Can Brady Hoke coach?" is now clearly: "See 2014 season."
- The courage to change. I get Brian's negativity about some of the changes. A new OC? A new scheme on defense? Changing the position of your best player on defense (maybe the best player on the team)? It all smacks of desperation. That's scary as hell, and should make you nervous. It makes me nervous. But last year was awful, and here is a coach saying, "You know what? We have to make significant changes. Tweaks aren't going to do it." He's admitting the failure--not just through coachspeak--and making changes that could turn things around.
- Win or lose, this should be better to watch. Devin Gardner called it "a new style of practice." We know that Nussmeier at least practiced the no huddle at Alabama. Whether or not we see U-M stopping for a group chat between every play this season, I would expect the offense to move more quickly and the QBs to have more time at the line. I can damn near guarantee you'll see some of the constraint plays many on this board have been clamoring for, since Nuss' has always used WR screens and extended hand-offs. And we now know that Devin Funchess will be playing "on the outside." Nussmeier has always used a balanced attack that focuses on getting the ball in the hands of his playmakers and scoring points. Even if our offense doesn't set records this year, it should be a lot more fun to watch.
- Defense, too. The Tampa Two defenses that were en vogue in the NLF in the early '00's (and longer for the Lions) proved that "bend-but-don't-break" defense could work. Forcing the offense to plod towards the end zone and use all their downs increases the chances of a mistake and forces an offense to be more precise. I have two problems with that: 1) It's much harder to do against a no-huddle offense, since you can't rotate your D-Line as much, which MUST get pressure. 2) It's not as fun to watch. Last season, it often seemed like Mattison's "Keep the ball inside and in front" mantra mostly meant, "If you want a first down passing over the middle, we're happy to give it to you." Compounding that frustration was the snake-bitten (or gypsy-cursed) outside coverage that always seemed to be in the right place at the right time but didn't make the play. Even though we produced 17 INTs and nearly as many turnovers as we did in 2011 (when we recovered a ridiculous 20 fumbles) it never felt like a game-changing or play-making defense, mostly because there were far too many times when we let teams like Akron, Penn State, Indiana, 2nd-half Iowa, Ohio State, and Kansas State move the ball seemingly at will. Too many times, when it mattered most, our defense whiffed. Hoke says NO MORE! The changes that have been made public about positions and scheme strongly suggest we are moving to a high-pressure, in your face defense closer to MSU's style than Monte Kiffin's. I expect more blitzing, more play-making, and more TFLs. Might we get torched more often? Maybe, but I'd rather watch that brand of football, and I think players (and recruits) would rather play that way.
- Musical chairs on defense. Moving Keith Heitzman to TE is a virtual no-lose change: here's a guy who had been passed by younger players at SDE, switching to a position he played in high school where we need toughness and depth. But moving your best defender (and maybe player) to MLB from what was closer to a 3-4 OLB? It's a gamble, and not a small one. The upside is huge: if you go right, Jake Ryan is there; if you go left, JMFR is there. Starting from the middle, he has the potential to be involved in every play. But what if he's not very good at his new job? What if JRIII gets put on his ass by opposing TEs? What if Desmond Morgan is too slow to play the WILL in a 4-3 Over? Hoke took his deepest, most experienced position group on the entire team and changed everything. If it works, it could be beautiful. If it doesn't, he could be fired. But Jake Ryan went from 6.8 tackles/game to 3.7 and, even more alarming, from 1.27 TFLs/game to 0.56. Sure, some of that is the injury, but some of that is opposing teams saying, "We're not letting him beat us." Now? Defensive coordinators will have to fool Ryan to beat him, because we already know he can shed blocks and move sideline-to-sideline. If he can diagnose plays, he's going to kick some serious ass in 2014. And now Mattison is his position coach.
Do these changes make me nervous? Of course. These are huge changes, and change always brings risk. But, to me, these changes seem to directly address the issues--both in terms of success and enjoyment--that made 2013 so damn unwatchable. And win or lose, we'll know what we have in a head coach.
What it all boils down to is this: it's Hoke's fourth season, and very much the fourth quarter in a game he's losing to stay on as Michigan's blah blah blah Head Coach. And he's not calling the safe, conservative I-form off tackle play, or even the single-back play-action post; while it may require some help from the heavens, he's calling the fucking Hail Mary.
We'll just have to pray it works.
Old John Beilein Article - 2010
This seems like a perfect opportunity for a history lesson.
As you remember, John Beilein was on the hot seat to start his fourth year at Michigan.
He had one season of success in his first three years, but that was with players recruited by the former coach.
HIs third year was supposed to be good, but at the begining of 2010 ......
Michigan may very well have been the most underachieving team in the entire nation, and it has now lost its two most talented players.....
Yeah, but what about that NCAA berth, you say? Well, Beilein rode a tandem of stars with very little around them ... and they were both recruited by Amaker. So you have a coach who has only had success based on using two players, and he didn't recruit either one of them.
To start his fourth year, things looked BLEAK. Article here.
Of course, Michigan is a current Division 1 team which is supposed to be competing in a power conference.
And the coach who was supposed to be turning this program around is entering his fourth season.....
Basically, Beilein is not the answer Michigan thought it had last year at this time. The sooner the administration realizes it, the sooner it can begin to rebuild the program. Again.
Interesting? And, isnt it supposed to be easier to turn around a baskebtall program quicker (kids play earlier, etc.)?
If you are looking for an example of a football coach who looked lost after three years, look no further than Pat Narduzzi heading into his fourth year:
Pat Narduzzi, Michigan State defensive coordinator: Offense was hardly a problem for the Spartans in 2009. At 29.7 points per game, they ranked second in the Big Ten in scoring. However, the Spartans allowed 26.3 points per game, which ranked in the lower half of the conference. They weren't much better last season on defense. The root of the problem has been a porous pass defense, one that allowed a league-high 267.6 yards per game. The Spartans have the offense, led by quarterback Kirk Cousins, to make a run at a league title, but questions remain on whether the defense improve enough to alleviate some of the pressure on the offense. If the defense can't, head coach Mark Dantonio could be looking for a new defensive coordinator.
McDowell told Marshall he would pick UM (pre-announcement)
As if the recruitment of Malik McDowell needed anymore "Wait... What?!" moments, TheWolverine released an interview with Lawrence Marshall earlier that included a pretty shocking quote:
"I told him he should go there if he wanted to - I'm happy for him at MSU," Marshall said. That was the school he wanted to go to. But he came to school today and was basically telling me he was going to Michigan. When the letter was on the table and he signed it, I thought he was going to Michigan.
When I first got there this morning he was leaning toward Michigan and telling me he was going to Michigan, so when he announced it, I was shocked."
Wait...WHAT?! I am now trapped in a glass case of emotion. It should be noted that McDowell's LOI is still not in, so who knows where he will end up.
Hi friends,
To preface - I am a Rivals guy. That is to say I get my crootin' info from Rivals.
I got to thinking how the meme on Hoke aside from the actual play on the football field has been "well at least he is killing it on the recruiting trail." I took a quick look at the class rankings...
RR hired 2007
RR responsible for classes 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011
2008 2009 2010 2011
Hoke hired 2011
Hoke responsible for classes 2012, 2013 and 2014
2012 2013 2014
It is 2014 and all, but sorry we aren't really doing that well on the recruiting trail : (
What is the formula?
Rivals Rating points + Rivals250 Bonus Points = Total Points
Rivals Rating (RR) Scale (Top 20 rated commitments)
(Rivals Rating = Points)
6.1 = 150 points
6.0 = 135 points
5.9 = 120 points
5.8 = 105 points
5.7 = 90 points
5.6 = 75 points
5.5 = 60 points
5.4 = 45 points
5.3 = 30 points
5.2 = 15 points
*Prospects without an assigned rating will count for no points. All FBS committed prospects will have a rating once evaluated and rankings are updated.
Coaching question D-LIne edition
A lot has been made on the board lately about the struggles of the Michigan defensive line. My question is about disbursement of coaches and how it impacts player development. When Jerry Montgomery left for Oklahoma we hired Roy Manning to coach linebackers and the joke was consistent prior to Montgomery leaving that he was in the Beyonce coaching position. However, with Mattison have DC responsibilities and Hoke having HC responsibilities and no dedicated D-Line coach are those players getting enough individual or position group attention to develop like other positions or am I overthinking the importance of having dedicated position coaches?
2013 Wrap: Bowl aftermath
My favorite album of all-time...sadly fitting for the 2013 football season
I'm taking a brief break from grading the position groups to
comment vent about the Copper Bowl and the program in general. Brian's post today was alarmingly similar to my feelings (usually he is far more emo than I am) about the game and the program in general.
What Brady Hoke and his supporters (myself included) has always been able to hang his hat on is that his teams play hard. They don't always play well, but they do play hard. Always.
Until now.
The Copper Bowl was not just a failure to play defense (we allowed 6.56 yds/play and let KSU covert 7 of 11 third downs) or score TDs despite a surprisingly efficient first-half offense (finished the game at 4.92 yds/play...but only had 53 plays), but it was a failure to show-up.
This sums-up our 2013 season
After spending the entire season trying really hard and not getting good results due to a variety of factors (youth, play-calling, missed assignments, etc) the team was in too much pain to try to crack another coconut. Brady Hoke and Greg Mattison's defense--for the first time--simply didn't appear to have the will to put up another fight.
Those who believe the guillotine would be too kind of a punishment for Al Borges after this season might not want to admit it, but the offensive gameplan was pretty effective. Shane Morris has an unbelievable arm and can make throws that no Michigan QB since Drew Henson could even think about, but his decision-making isn't there yet, as evidenced by what happened late when he was asked to read the whole field and make throws into 8-man coverages. Borges understood this and designed a screen game that let shane make throws but avoided forcing him to pick which guy to throw to. We moved the ball and even tried a fade to Funchess in the endzone...but couldn't score a TD. The offense appeared to be giving effort for at least a few drives, but couldn't get it done. Then they gave-up too: we didn't even hurry when we were down 24-6 with 8:06 remaining.
For the first time in Brady Hoke's tenure, the team simply didn't appear to try. This is sad, alarming, and needs to be addressed. Obviously, Greg Mattison did not become a bad coach between the Ohio game and this debacle. And Hoke did not lose his powers of motivation. But what is clear is that if you give your full effort over-and-over and get nothing but pain, at some point, your body might just say, "not today."
I am someone who believes in looking at the whole picture. The 2013 season's failures are not on the shoulders of just one person (or even two or three) in my estimation; rather a confluence of many unfortunate factors fused into a nuclear disaster. And while there are many reasons for the meltdown, there must be some accountability for what happened in that bowl game.
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