BABY FRIENDLY HOTELS IN THE UK
If you thought becoming parents meant no more cosy weekends away, think again. The UK is full of beautiful places to stay that welcome little ones with open arms, offering all sorts of little touches to keep you on the right side of sanity.
Whether you’re after a high-tech crèche that will let you enjoy as much grown-up time as possible, an on-site babysitting service for that one special night out or just baby monitors to keep an ear on what’s going on upstairs while you’re enjoying a candlelit dinner in the hotel restaurant, you’ll be surprised at how painless a weekend en famille can be.
The Elmfield - Ilfracombe
Owners Matt and Zoe and their young family have also made The Elmfield the perfect weekend destination for frazzled parents and their offspring, with stylish,laid-back, family-friendly touches at every turn.
Llety Bodfor - Aberdyfi, Gwynedd
Step inside this beautifully revamped, boutique b&b and the sea air and views outside are never far behind.
The Bath Arms - Longleat
Whether it’s the subconscious influence of the decidedly non-conformist Marquess of Bath, the talents of renowned interior designer Miv Watts or the friendly, smiley atmosphere, one thing is for certain - The Bath Arms is no ordinary local.
The Grand Hotel - Eastbourne
There’s a real air of nostalgia about the The Grand, but this masterclass in old-school seaside luxury is all the more special and romantic as a result.
The Carpenters Arms - Stanton Wick
Deep in the heart of the rolling Somerset countryside, The Carpenters Arms is a pretty village pub with a difference - twelve luxury bedroom boltholes fit for the chic-est boutique retreat.
Larkbeare Grange - Ottery St Mary
A gorgeous Georgian country house, deep in the midst of rolling, peaceful Devon countryside, Larkbeare is the perfect place to escape the city, sit back and smell the roses for a weekend.
Hazelwood House - Loddiswell
If you were asked to picture a tranquil rural hideaway, chances are you’d come up with something a bit like Hazelwood House.
The Ship Inn - Porlock
There are pubs and then there are legendary pubs - the lovely Ship Inn in Porlock is most certainly one of the latter.
Newton Farmhouse - Whiteparish, Wiltshire
Ivy-covered Newton Farmhouse is the perfect place to stop, relax and smell the roses.
Heasley House - North Molton
Lush, contemporary decor mixed with a big dollop of rural charm and a whole lot of luxurious touches make for a comfy weekend away to rival any urban bolthole - with stunning views and all the fresh air you can handle thrown in for good measure.