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The Cotford Hotel, built in 1851, is a beautiful Victorian building, reputedly constructed for the Bishop of Worcester. It retains its original charm and character but possesses all modern amenities. Although just a minute’s walk from Great Malvern town centre, it is set well back from the road in its own mature gardens. There are fifteen en suite bedrooms, individually decorated and furnished.

Flagstone Farm is set in twelve acres of idyllic fields and woodland rich in wildlife. The setting is picturesque with superb views over the North Cotswold countryside. The town of Stow on the Wold is situated just two miles away. The farm has been tastefully converted in order to maintain many of the original features, such as exposed beams and stonework. The property is of excellent decorative order, with pine and brass abounding, and most bedrooms have en suite facilities.

The Manor Hotel at West Bexington is located just inland from Chesil Beach on the Dorset coast, in one of Britain’s most beautiful areas of countryside. Constructed in the eleventh century, the ancient Manor House of Bessington (now West Bexington) merited a favourable mention in the Domesday Book. The characterful and historical building offers comfortable en suite accommodation, and there is ample parking for guests

The Old Rectory is a Georgian (1823) Grade II listed building set in two acres in the small country village of Tattingstone, five miles south of Ipswich. The house is very close to Constable country - Flatford Mill, Dedham, Pinmill, Woodbridge, Snape and Aldeburgh are all nearby. The surrounding Suffolk countryside offers gently undulating farmland and the extensive coastline with its many estuaries provide a varied landscape, a wealth of wildlife and many natural attractions.The rooms are spacious and comfortable, many with en suite facilities, and original features abound

Puddicombe House is a Georgian manor house which has recently been restored. It is set in 28 acres, with stunning views of its own woods and streams, and the countryside beyond. There is a formal herb garden as well as three orchards, and these, in addition to the kitchen garden, will provide much of the produce for the weekend. The house is comfortably appointed with many large bedrooms and lounge and dining rooms.

Sheafhayne Manor is a Grade II listed Elizabethan manor house, commanding superb views across the East Devon countryside.Originally a medieval hall, it later became the hunting lodge of Sir Francis Drake. The house has recently been extensively and lovingly refurbished, so that modern facilities (including mostly en suite accommodation) have been combined with the original features. The Tudor panelling, flagstones, mullioned windows, old oak floorboards and doors remain in fine condition, and give the house a special atmosphere.

Stonebarrow Manor, parts of which date from the 16 th century, is set in two acres of garden and orchard, on the South West Coastal Path, on the edge of the lovely Regency village of Charmouth. It is a perfect base for walking and the coastline is part of a World Heritage Site. The whole area is one of outstanding natural beauty.

The Georgian House Hotel, which is situated in Haslemere High Street, is set in attractive private gardens. It has well-equipped modern and period bedrooms, its own car park, leisure spa and swimming pool.

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The Angel Hotel is located in the centre of the characterful Sussex market town of Midhurst, situated in the beautiful South Downs countryside. The building has an elegant Georgian façade, which hides a much older building, a former 16^th century coaching inn full of real warmth and character.

The Cotford Hotel, built in 1851, is a beautiful Victorian building, reputedly constructed for the Bishop of Worcester. It retains its original charm and character but possesses all modern amenities. Although just a minute’s walk from Great Malvern town centre, it is set well back from the road in its own mature gardens. There are fifteen en suite bedrooms, individually decorated and furnished.

The Dower House is a charming, Grade II listed Elizabethan house set in its own gardens, including a beautiful courtyard, amid the woods and parkland of Knowlton Estate. The historic city of Canterbury is within easy range for an afternoon visit.

The Exton House Hotel in Dulverton, nestles into the peaceful Brendon Hills of Exmoor which surround the beautiful Exe valley. Built in 1871 as the Rectory to the parish of Exton, its Victorian elegance and superb location are of immense appeal. The secluded gardens offer peace and relaxation, plus an opportunity to see a large variety of birds and wildlife.

Flagstone Farm is set in twelve acres of idyllic fields and woodland rich in wildlife. The setting is picturesque with superb views over the North Cotswold countryside. The town of Stow on the Wold is situated just two miles away. The farm has been tastefully converted in order to maintain many of the original features, such as exposed beams and stonework. The property is of excellent decorative order, with pine and brass abounding, and most bedrooms have en suite facilities.

Hôtel Le Prieuré, Rancourt, Picardie. Le Prieuré is a modern, well appointed hotel located between Bapaume and Peronne, in the village of Rancourt. It has attractively presented public areas, and menus are based on local specialities and ingredients. The bedrooms are en-suite and arranged on two upper floors.

The Lymehurst Hotel is a beautiful Victorian building with a spacious airy feel, and retains many original features. It is situated centrally in Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria, close to the promenade, ornamental garden and shops. All bedrooms are en suite and offer spacious, well appointed accommodation.

The Manor Hotel at West Bexington is located just inland from Chesil Beach on the Dorset coast, in one of Britain’s most beautiful areas of countryside. Constructed in the eleventh century, the ancient Manor House of Bessington (now West Bexington) merited a favourable mention in the Domesday Book. The characterful and historical building offers comfortable en suite accommodation, and there is ample parking for guests

New Park Manor is a country house hotel set in the heart of the New Forest. The hotel is superbly appointed and has excellent facilities, and there are sweeping views across the park where herds of fallow deer and New Forest ponies graze. In 1666, King Charles II made New Park Manor his favourite hunting lodge on his return from exile in France, and his royal coat of arms is displayed prominently above the fireplace in the award-winning restaurant.

The Old Rectory is a Georgian (1823) Grade II listed building set in two acres in the small country village of Tattingstone, five miles south of Ipswich. The house is very close to Constable country - Flatford Mill, Dedham, Pinmill, Woodbridge, Snape and Aldeburgh are all nearby. The surrounding Suffolk countryside offers gently undulating farmland and the extensive coastline with its many estuaries provide a varied landscape, a wealth of wildlife and many natural attractions.The rooms are spacious and comfortable, many with en suite facilities, and original features abound

Puddicombe House is a Georgian manor house which has recently been restored. It is set in 28 acres, with stunning views of its own woods and streams, and the countryside beyond. There is a formal herb garden as well as three orchards, and these, in addition to the kitchen garden, will provide much of the produce for the weekend. The house is comfortably appointed with many large bedrooms and lounge and dining rooms.

Sheafhayne Manor is a Grade II listed Elizabethan manor house, commanding superb views across the East Devon countryside.Originally a medieval hall, it later became the hunting lodge of Sir Francis Drake. The house has recently been extensively and lovingly refurbished, so that modern facilities (including mostly en suite accommodation) have been combined with the original features. The Tudor panelling, flagstones, mullioned windows, old oak floorboards and doors remain in fine condition, and give the house a special atmosphere.

Stonebarrow Manor, parts of which date from the 16 th century, is set in two acres of garden and orchard, on the South West Coastal Path, on the edge of the lovely Regency village of Charmouth. It is a perfect base for walking and the coastline is part of a World Heritage Site. The whole area is one of outstanding natural beauty.

The Georgian House Hotel, which is situated in Haslemere High Street, is set in attractive private gardens. It has well-equipped modern and period bedrooms, its own car park, leisure spa and swimming pool.
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