If your idea of the perfect weekend involves bike rides through rolling hills, cocktails by the firepit and a hot tub soak under the stars, Soho Farmhouse isn’t your only option.
There are plenty of hotels offering this and more – think farm-to-table restaurants, spa treatments and the same members’ club vibe, only without the high-end price tag.
Here are five to bookmark for your next staycation…
Settle, just outside the market town of Wymondham in Norfolk, is all about slow living and reconnecting with nature.
Surrounded by 30 acres of private parkland, the design-led retreat offers a curated collection of stays – from restored railway carriages to a handcrafted lakeside cabin – all built using salvaged materials from the owners’ reclamation yard.
All accommodation is self-catered, with thoughtful extras that make mealtimes feel special.
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