The Pavilion ~ Dorset
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We couldn’t feel more relaxed in this gorgeous self catering country idyll – Cleo and Andrew have thought of everything, and more. There’s even a Power Plate.
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Tudor Farmhouse ~ Gloucestershire
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Its bewitching Old England setting, its charm and its luxe make the Tudor Farmhouse hotel in Gloucestershire impossible to resist. Romantic walks, excellent food and friendly staff combine for the perfect weekend in the country.
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Twentysix ~ Lincolnshire
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Location: Lincolnshire Perfect for: Heathcliff-esque coastal Walks, Sausages and Beachfront capers Birthplace of Sir Isaac Newton, poet Sir Alfred Tennyson and the famous Lincolnshire sausage, Lincolnshire is one of England’s great historic counties filled with cathedral cities (including Lincoln’s gorgeously gothic Norman cathederal) windmill winding landscapes and fabulous (sometimes blustery) north sea beaches. Anderby Creek, where…
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Duke of Portland Boathouse ~ Lake District, Cumbria
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There are hardly words to describe the view – it’s just magical.
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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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The Garden House ~ Somerset
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A combination of rural charm, urban style and plain good taste, packed with quirky features we love. And a 15m indoor swimming pool.
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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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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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