On the main street of a historic village between the market towns of Huntingdon and St Neots, this 19th-century coaching inn is 'strongly commended'. Owners Anne, Richard and Becky Furbank have created a 'fashionably stylish' look with neutral colours (taupe, chocolate, grey-green), leather tub chairs and sofas. 'Furnishings are well chosen, comfortable and eye-catching,' say guests. The bedrooms are all named after famous Georges; Hanover and Gershwin (premier rooms) have mahogany furniture and a 'very comfortable' bed with brass bedhead. A standard room (Mallory, 'perhaps because of the climb') has a patchwork counterpane. Handel is twin bedded. The bustling ground-floor brasserie, where breakfast, light lunch and dinner are served, has 'chic night-light holders, quirky prints', wooden tables and an 'orangerie' extension. Summer meals can be taken on the terrace. The chef, Chris Cheah, serves modern dishes, eg, stuffed leg of rabbit wrapped in pancetta with mustard mash. The wine list is well priced ('plenty in the £15-£16 range'). Waiters wear grey shirt and tie. Breakfast includes brown bread toast, croissants, fruit, cheese, etc, and any variation of a standard fry-up. 'Good coffee. Plenty of free newspapers.' Anne Furbank runs a smart clothing boutique next door. (KS)