beaverbrook house hotel in leatherhead, surrey

Set in 400 acres of rolling Surrey countryside, renovations at the former home of 20th-century press baron Lord Beaverbook have transformed it into a fabulous rural escape.

THE VIBE With refurbishments overseen by interiors guru Susie Atkinson (of Soho House fame), the rooms are exquisite and the old (antique furniture and lighting) sits seamlessly with the new (Apple TVS and Bose sound systems). There’s a welcome bottle of Sipsmith gin by the sofa and Bamford toiletries in the bathroom. The hotel’s 1920s-inspired Parrot Bar is the spot for an apéritif. If the weather is dry, take your drink on the terrace to appreciate the tranquil views.

EAT Anything at the Japanese Grill under head chef Taiji Maruyama. Set menus from £55 per person. PACK Your most glamorous number for the evening.

THE LOWDOWN Garden House rooms from £195 per night ( beaverbrook.co.uk).