The Dial House Hotel, Bourton On The Water,

In the heart of the Cotswolds, The Dial House Hotel has warm log fires, comfy bedrooms and an excellent restaurant with 2 Rosettes.

The hotel dates back to 1698, and has individually decorated rooms, some with four-poster beds and deep baths. There is a walled garden with a renovated, private summer house.

The hotel’s restaurant serves seasonal local produce in a creative style. Food is served daily.

Close by are pretty Cotswold villages, as well as Blenheim Palace and Sudeley Castle.

Contact the hotel to arrange for flowers, chocolates or champagne to be in your room on arrival (at an additional cost).