"If I lived more locally would keep this place a secret so I could have it all to myself. But my home is over 3,000 miles away, so I am prepared to share. It’s under relatively new ownership but already they have established such a warm and relaxed ethos, that a three night break feels like a long holiday. Jake Eberle is one of the owners and also Head Chef, after running his own restaurant in NYC, and has brought his magical cheffing skills into the countryside, serving up the most exquisite deep fried asparagus, perfectly dressed salads, and peppered tuna cooked to perfection. His breakfasts are also out of this world - wafer thin slices of apple with toasted almonds, or slivers of pineapple with salt, cakes like you’ve never tasted and the best scrambled eggs in the world. Throw in the incredible hospitality shown by John, Carrie-Anne, Caroline, Andrew and Meng and you could forget that you’re actually a paying guest and not just a friend staying for the weekend. The rooms and communal areas are lovely - tasteful, slightly boho and not in an overdone way . And there are extensive gardens where you can lounge at leisure. Perfection."