Reviews Archive: Good Food

The Punch Bowl ~ Lake District

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A sign by the door of The Punch Bowl advises that it is also the village post office – very Larkrise to Candleford; we’re beginning to feel like Pearl and Ruby Pratt – we can tell we’re going to like it here!

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Milsom View ~ Bath, Somerset

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Is Bath the most perfect place in Britain? They’ve got it all: Roman bits, Regency swank, stunning countryside and some of the most contented locals we’ve ever met.

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The Victoria ~ Richmond, London

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As we walk along East Sheen’s leafy streets lined with grand old houses it’s so quiet we could be in the countryside.

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Crazy Bear ~ Buckinghamshire

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More paradise lust than ‘Paradise Lost’, the Crazy Bear is maximalist in every sense. And seduction is top of its agenda.

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Swan House ~ East Sussex

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On the outside the 1490 Swan House looks fresh off a chocolate box; but inside it’s a marvellous mash-up of exposed beams and Farrow & Ball, with a happy clash of contemporary and vintage furniture.

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Southernhay House ~ Devon

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“Right in the heart of a lovely city, but all the comfort of a country house,” says Monsieur 2 – I couldn’t have put it better myself.

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Dorset Square Hotel ~ London

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Standing on the original site of Mr Lord’s cricket ground, Dorset Square Hotel’s bold style, good food and sophisticated comfort might just bowl you over… We make note of the seamstress mannequin and wonder if we’ll dress it up later.

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The Scarlet ~ Cornwall

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Entering the lobby, we’re both immediately captivated – a huge picture window looks out onto an infinity pool, seemingly flowing into the sea far below, and the beautiful golden sweep of Bedruthan beach.

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Llawnroc ~ Cornwall

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Monsieur 2 sums up our time here nicely: fantastic local food, beautiful coastal scenery, friendly staff and a comfortable stay.

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Isle of Eriska ~ Scotland

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Owning a private island maybe a dream for most of us, but Isle of Eriska gives you the chance to live it, and that’s something to treasure.

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