Gravetye Manor, near East Grinstead, West Sussex

This classic country house hotel is situated in acres of beautiful gardens and woodland surrounded by West Sussex countryside and boasts a Michelin-starred restaurant with a renowned wine cellar. Dating back to 1598, this Elizabethan manor house is today one of England's finest hotels, renowned for its high standards of service and relaxing, welcoming ambience with oak-panelled sitting rooms, open fires and fresh flowers. Many of the elegantly furnished bedrooms offer lovely views of the gardens, where guests are free to stroll and admire the charming creation of the great garden designer, William Robinson.