The Running Horses - Mickleham
A beautiful 16th century coaching inn in the pretty Surrey village of Mickleham - complete with original Highwayman’s escape hatch - The Running Horses has all the trappings of a traditional country pub, but with cosy en-suite bedrooms and a fantastic restaurant.
The Chequers Inn - Wooburn Common
A beautiful pub in gorgeous rolling countryside, with luxurious bedrooms, an award-winning restaurant and gardens to loll about in on a sunny afternoon… and all just 30 miles from London.
Rookery Nook - Shere
Lovely little Rookery Nook B&B in lovely little Shere is as close to English village perfection as you’re likely to get.
Thurnham Keep - Thurnham
Lovely Thurnham Keep has all the grandeur of an elegant country seat - a dramatic Jacobean facade, landscaped grounds, tennis courts and a croquet lawn - but the welcoming feel of a much-loved family home.
The Cider House - Ardingly
A country B&B with a lovely difference - you’re totally on your own in your own little cottage, with a deliciously fresh cooked or continental breakfast appearing magically in the morning - and all just 30 miles from London.
The French Horn - Sonning-on-Thames
This elegant Berkshire hotel is the perfect way to get your idyllic retreat, with lots of luxury thrown in. The French Horn is officially an award-winning restaurant-with-rooms, but offers far more.
The Griffin Inn - Fletching
The lovely Griffin Inn is something of a miracle - an ancient country pub, with top quality food and luxurious accommodation, that’s still an ancient country pub.
The George Hotel - Cranbrook
The lovely town of Cranbrook is also home to the beautiful George Hotel - a 14th century coaching inn-turned-luxury retreat, which offers a perfect escape from it all within spitting distance of London.
King Johns Lodge - Etchingham
This beautiful, ivy-clad country house, with its Jacobean architecture and even earlier foundations is as close to stepping back in time as you’re likely to get, albeit with the luxurious comforts of a very special B&B.