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An Abbot was the head of a larger monastery known as an Abbey (Priors were in charge of smaller monasteries known as Priories).
In many monasteries the Abbot had his own private chambers to the east of the Abbey cloister, near the infirmary. He might have his own kitchen, garden and a room for taking his meals - he might eat alone or he could invite some of the monks to eat at his table (a very great honour). If there were important guests staying in the guest-house (called a hospital) he might invite them to eat at his table.
The reason for the Abbot having his house near the infirmary was that the Rule of St Benedict emphasised the need for each Abbot to visit the sick and elderly monks every day and take responsibility for their welfare.
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