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A charming thatched cottage, located in Little Chesterford, Essex, has just entered the property market for £1.15 million.

Comprising four bedrooms, two bathrooms and three living spaces, this detached home was created by combining two thatched cottages back in the Victorian times. While it still maintains original features, the property has also had many modern updates, including a newly re-thatched roof.

Entering through the part-glazed entrance, you are immediately met with traditional exposed timbers, bookshelves and beautiful parquet flooring. This hall leads on to the sitting room, the drawing room and a turning staircase that winds upstairs. With beautiful French doors that lead out to the lush south-facing garden, why not enjoy having the doors open and sitting with a good book as the breeze blows in.

The second staircase is found in what could be used as a music room or playroom that also leads into the kitchen/dining room. In the kitchen, a former fireplace now houses an oil-fired AGA but there are plenty of modern amenities too such as a concealed extractor fan, induction hob and Miele electric cooker.

You'll also find a utility room beyond the kitchen with space for a fridge/freezer, as well as a cloakroom, with even more storage.

On the first floor, the master bedroom boasts fantastic views over the garden. The second and third bedrooms are connected by a very unique feature — a Narnia-style cupboard which connects the two halves of the cottage and two of the bedrooms upstairs.

The fourth bedroom is another vaulted double room with loft access and its own en-suite shower room. The family bathroom, also located on this level, features Czech & Speake fittings, including Victorian-style mixer taps and a drench shower.

Outside, there is plenty of space to relax, with a vegetable garden consisting of three raised beds, a Hartley Botanic greenhouse and a handy shed — perfect for the green-fingered among you. If you prefer enjoying the sun, there is a double-glazed summer house with French doors that can give you that indoor outdoor living that so many would love to have in their home, particularly in the warmer months.

In addition to all this, there is also a garden room, perfect for entertaining friends and family or to use as a separate work from home space, plus a garage with mezzanine storage.

Bank Cottage is located in the lovely village of Little Chesterford, approximately 12 miles south of Cambridge. There’s also regular train service to London Liverpool Street and motorway access to the north and south.

The property is currently on the market for £1,150,000 via Savills.

Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa is an elegant country house hotel in Wiltshire, set within 500 acres of listed parkland. The Palladian mansion turned five-star hotel is privately owned and a member of Relais & Chateaux, the masters of luxury hotels for gourmands.

The mile-long lime and beech tree-lined drive sets the scene for the stunning retreat. The hotel's 43 rooms and suites ooze refined luxury, and you can choose from Michelin-starred dining at Restaurant Hywel Jones or the slightly less formal Brasserie

Even thought historic Bath is just six miles away, it will be hard to leave the state-of-the-art spa, equestrian centre and five-a-side football field. It's perfect for everyone, from families (including your dog!) to couples.

Spa lovers in search of the ultimate country house hotel to retreat to for a mini-break needn't look further than beautiful Ragdale Hall in the Leicestershire countryside. This gorgeous country pile is no average manor house. It features a rooftop infinity pool for you to enjoy the views of the countryside from the steamy water and an array of wellness and fitness experiences that focus on your mind and body.

Combining state-of-the-art facilities and treatments with the charm of traditional Victorian architecture, Ragdale Hall is a luxurious and relaxing health spa. So, whether you want to be pampered, kick-start your health regime or just enjoy the beautiful surroundings, this country house hotel is worth checking out.

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Raymond Blanc's exquisite country house hotel is the perfect marriage of French influence and English tradition. A lavender-lined path leads up to Le Manoir's authentic honey-stoned exterior and, inside, a magical world for gastronomes awaits.

The impeccable restaurant has held two Michelin stars for 35 years, and the sumptuous bedrooms, creatively inspired by Raymond's travels, are the perfect place to sleep off a fine-fare feast. All palates are catered for, and vegans and vegetarians even get their own menu. High-end and luxurious, this a bucket list experience for many.

Ideal if you're looking for a rural escape from London, Wivenhoe House has the feel of a country house hotel while close enough to the shops and restaurants of Colchester, making it perfect for a weekend getaway. The hotel is split between the original 18th-century country house and the more contemporary rooms of its new wing.

You'll find floor-to-ceiling windows and spacious balconies overlooking the park. Dining at the restaurant involves hearty breakfasts (try the full English, or the veggie option) and a bar menu, which includes a great burger.

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This Tudor-style country house hotel in the Dartmoor National Park is clad with open fires, wood-panelled walls and wonderful antiques. Set within more than 100 acres of private woodland, Gidleigh Park is one of the UK's most luxurious country house hotels.

Fine antiques and artworks decorate the elegant guestrooms, each named after a local landmark. The award-winning restaurant offers a locally-sourced menu of treats created by executive head chef, Chris Eden.

Love a traditional country house hotel exterior but a contemporary boutique interior? The Slaughters Manor House is the perfect blend of both old and new. The honeyed stone gives way to pre-requisite snug lounges with open fires, but there's also a slick cocktail bar and billiards room, and funky decor throughout.

Escape the crowds in the five-acres of grounds, or enjoy a pretty mile-long stroll to the village of Upper Slaughter.

Location, location, location... If it's views you want, this country house hotel has them in spades. Overlooking Bassenthwaite Lake, Armathwaite Hall Hotel surrounded by 400 acres of parkland, and the Victorian stately home, with its towers and tall chimneys, is equally impressive.

A family-friendly destination for all generations, couples will love the modern spa and pool, while kids can run wild in the woods.

Georgian country house meets boutique hotel at this elegant tranquil hideaway. Nestled in the heart of the Norfolk Broads on the banks of the River Bure, the Norfolk Mead's 16 modern rooms and cottages offer country chic.

Excellent for special occasions or a weekend away, there's snug but stylish lounges, a raved-about restaurant, and a small spa for pampering treatments. Just four miles away, the Broads National Park offers over 200 miles of footpaths, as well as scenic cycling routes.

Kilworth is a stylish Grade II-listed Italianate country house set in 38 acres of landscaped south Leicestershire parkland. Situated within the rolling countryside of rural South Leicestershire, it has been painstakingly restored it to its former glory, blending Victorian opulence with fine food and contemporary luxury.

The ornate Orangery, with its stunning glass ceiling, overlooks the parkland, while the rooms, many boasting four-poster beds and feather plumes, overlook the Victorian walkway. The rooms are laden with plush cushions, classic paintings, and mahogany lamps, as well as vintage armoires and pretty upholstery.

Dating back to 1791, Seaham Hall has been magnificently restored, retaining much of its Georgian splendour and a beautiful spa and contemporary furnishings. The suites at Seaham are spacious and stylish, with king-sized beds and elegant Georgian windows, framing breathtaking views of the surrounding gardens.

Fill your lungs with sea air by walking or cycling (free hire) around the local area. You can dine under glittering chandeliers in the restaurant, with gorgeous views of the hotel’s striking Vortex water feature.

The Lake Country House offers a wide range of activities, services and facilities for an outdoorsy, active stay in a beautiful Welsh country house hotel. Set in 50 acres of land and overlooking the lakes and the River Irfon in Powys, it boasts fantastic facilities, including an indoor pool, golf course and tennis courts – plus there’s a fully-equipped gym and spa, with a range of health and beauty treatments available.

Guests are also spoilt by the variety of outdoor pursuits, such as riverside walks (dogs are welcome at the hotel), fishing in a well-stocked trout lake and even croquet on the lawn.

Sitting in 10 acres of beautiful gardens (the multitude of rose beds are a pretty touch), there's a slew of scenic walks on the doorstep at this country house hotel. Yet Buckland Manor is just five minutes from the quintessential Cotswolds town of Broadway, with its bustling cobbled streets, art galleries and boutique shops.

The outstanding honey-stoned building contains traditional wood-panelled interiors and you can expect snug sofas, elegant oil paintings, crackling log fires and excellent afternoon teas.

If it's an authentic, classic British country house hotel you're after, stop the search, Chilston Park is it. Everything here is traditional, from the formal restaurant serving British cuisine to the decor, boasting patterned carpets, grand painting, large fireplaces and wood panelling.

The rooms are sumptuous, with four-poster beds and pelmets galore. Afternoon tea is an unashamedly gluttonous affair, but there's 22 acres of beautiful grounds in the Kent countryside to walk it off.

Bodysgallen Hall is a classic historic house and contemporary spa set amid 200 acres of wooded parkland above the Victorian seaside town of Llandudno. The country house hotel basks in glorious views over Conwy Castle and the Snowdonia National Park. It's steeped in history, with part of the manor house hotel dating back as far as the 13th century.

And it still retains much of its character today, with oak-panelled walls, ornate fireplaces and rambling corridors adding to its rustic, but classical charm. The restaurant, with tall, stained-glass windows, has won 3 AA Rosettes and the spa, complete with an indoor swimming pool, steam room, and sauna, is an oasis of serenity.

Get away from it all at this beautiful country house hotel that has everything you need for a relaxing retreat. At Summer Lodge, there's an all-weather tennis court, gym, pool and spa to keep you busy before popping your feet up with a G&T by one of the log fires.

Interiors are traditional, think country-chintz pelmets, patterned carpets and grand paintings. It's luxurious and authentic at the same time, and we love the little touches, like homemade shortbread waiting for you in your room.

Arguably the most luxurious country house hotel experience in the Lake District, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House is a super-special retreat loved by couples. It manages to combine flawless service, interiors, and food with an unfussy, relaxed atmosphere.

The 25 bedrooms at Gilpin Hotel all have Lakeland views, six ave their own cedarwood hot tubs. For an intimate, truly tranquil experience, the Lake House, just a mile down the road, is a stunning property surrounded by 100 acres of grounds. This hotel-meets-private-country-house has its own lake (take the rowing boat out with a bottle of bubbles), boat house, hot tubs, saunas, and swimming pool.

There's complimentary chauffeur service to Gilpin Hotel for when you want to dive headfirst into Michelin-starred fare at HRiSHi or enjoy a more informal feed at Gilpin Spice.

Rockliffe Hall is abundant in active pursuits. With an 18-hole golf course, a state-of-the-art spa and two excellent restaurants, it offers the perfect country house getaway. Set in County Durham’s stunning countryside, it offers all the trimmings of a five-star stay.

The relaxed, intimate atmosphere is felt throughout the hotel, from the public areas to the spacious guest rooms, and the serene spa is the perfect place to spend the day. Many come for the 18-hole golf course, while the surrounding north-eastern coastline, or the Yorkshire Moors are within easy driving distance. The Brasserie, serving local Yorkshire fare, offers a cosy spot to return to after a busy day.

The grande dame of country house hotels, Cliveden is a sprawling Italianate mansion that combines a contemporary spa with traditional British grandeur. This is a place with an intriguing history and it's even hosted royals - Meghan Markle stayed here the night before her wedding.

Rooms range from classically dressed and sumptuous, to more contemporary suites with hot tubs. Enjoy a picnic on the Thames in one of the hotel's boats, or head to the fabulous spa - an oasis of tranquility hidden behind a walled garden.

Situated between Haywards Heath and Horsham with striking views of the South Downs, this country house hotel is a true haven just an hour out of London. Old meets new inside South Lodge, with the traditional grandeur of dark wood panelling and chandeliers in the restaurants and lounges contrasting with the sparkling new contemporary spa.

With 93 acres of gardens and parkland, there's plenty of choice for slow strolls before hunkering down by a fire or reposing poolside.

A five-star country house hotel, Chewton Glen is the epitome of luxury and the 18th century manor has been renovated with panache. This is a great country house hotel for families.

The 72 rooms are contemporary and chic, but you can also choose to stay in one of the luxurious treehouses for a bucolic escape in the forest. Country walks abound and, sitting just a mile from the coast, seaside strolls are also within reach.

The proximity to the sea also influences the menu at James Martin's The Kitchen, where the freshest catch gets the celebrity touch in relaxed surroundings. You can also enjoy indulgent afternoon teas and more formal fare at The Dining Room, as well as cookery courses with James himself if you book in advance.

Once a favourite hotspot with the royal family, this Gothic-Revival building is a grand and majestic country house hotel. Horsted Place boasts traditional decor and a two AA rosette restaurant.

Dating back to 1850, the design gives a nod to its historic past, with grand oil paintings and stately, gilded staircases. All of the 17 rooms enjoy views over the charming courtyard, gardens or South Downs beyond. Take afternoon tea in the Drawing Room or relax in a lounge with a log fire and a glass of bubbles for company.