Beechfield House Hotel, Beanacre, Near Bath

• Ticking all the boxes: Eight acres of gorgeous grounds, a fine dining restaurant, luxurious rooms and majestic late-Victorian architecture all make Beechfield House the perfect country house hotel. But don’t just take our word for it – take a look at the Certificate of Excellence it's been awarded by Tripadvisor and the superb guest reviews.

• Get your Downton Abbey on: You can play lord or lady of the manor strolling around its walled garden, lawns and arboretum, ordering an indulgent massage in your room, and feasting on seasonal delicacies in the restaurant. Then summon your chauffeur (OK, hop in the car) to see how neighbouring stately homes such as Longleat and Corsham Court compare.

• Rest and relaxation: Enjoy the gorgeous outdoor pool, which is open from 1st April and heated to a comfortable 28°C, so you can enjoy a relaxing swim whatever the weather. On sunny days why not laze by the pool with a cold beer or indulge with cream tea served to your lounger.

Entry requirements

The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.