Old Presbytery Guest House

This place is exactly what you need if you’re overtired, burnt out or stressed. The terrace has panoramic views, there’s a super pool for just floating about or resisting the pool current, a yoga studio, a shade shack for a quiet read, an upstairs communal sitting room with a big screen and comfy seating, even a piano to play if you’re inspired.

You will be fed well: breakfast in the dining room – or outdoor terrace – is a feast of fresh breads, yogurts, homemade granola and eggs along with homemade plum jam from the orchards around you; supper is offered four nights a week, with vegetables and tomatoes coming from the owners’ potager, and Sunday night is homemade pizza – worth staying in for. They have an excellent wine cave too.

You sleep in immaculate ground floor bedrooms with king size, well-dressed beds (all can be twins) and contemporary bathrooms with sustainable soaps and lotions. Walks and cycles are from the door – it’s peaceful here.