Hambleton Hall

Hambleton, Rutland

Everything’s as pretty as a picture in these idyllic 17 acres overlooking Rutland Water. A parterre provides year-round colour and there are plenty of secret nooks and crannies where you can sit and admire the view. A swimming pool is tucked behind a wisteriaclad wall. Chef Aaron Patterson relies on the walled kitchen garden to supply his Michelinstarred restaurant – bag a window seat to really appreciate the setting.

The best of the elegant bedrooms look out on to the gardens as they sweep down to the waterside.

■■Doubles from £340, B&B, hambletonhall.com