Vintage chic defines this cafe and it’s easy to see why it is so popular with locals as well as holidaymakers.

The walls are covered with retro ornaments and the whole setting looks like it was inspired by a Cath Kidston magazine. I ventured there on a lunch break to find the cafe was almost full but there was a small space in the corner of the caravan-themed Burtha room, so I grabbed a menu.

For a family-run cafe on a farm, I was surprised at the wide variety of food available, including the well-known Merkin’s Full English. After having a quick glance at the daily specials, I opted for a rump steak ciabatta and a pot of tea.

Somehow I managed to find myself in a trance admiring the whole vintage-themed cafe, wondering how I could incorporate the design into my home. Within five minutes, my tea arrived, served with a miniature bottle of milk, which I thought was very creative.

My ciabatta arrived looking very professional, but my request to leave off the mayonnaise and mustard was ignored. In a hurry, I decided I’d let this pass because I had been so impressed with everything else.

The sandwich itself was tasty and the steak was tender, with a nice leaf salad.

The bill came to £9.50 which I felt very reasonable.

* Outdoor dining area

* On-site parking

* Daily specials