Brook Marston Farm Hotel, Sutton Coldfield

This 17th century farmhouse is in quiet countryside on the Birmingham and Fazeley Canal, close to the M42. It has free parking, a tennis court, a restaurant and a bar.

All rooms have tea/coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom and a good breakfast is served every morning.

The Brook Marston Farm Hotel is less than 2 miles from the Belfry Golf Resort and 10 miles from Birmingham International Airport and the NEC (National Exhibition Centre).

The country house has kept most of its original country charm, including real fireplaces and wooden beams. The Courtyard Restaurant serves European food and guests can sit outside when the weather is good.

Parts of the Marston Farm hotel date back to the 1600s. It was once owned by Sir Robert Peel, former Prime Minister and founder of the police force.