Review
1 mile S of town: imposing country house overlooking lake (owned by Potter family 1902--1913: Beatrix wrote tales of Timmy Tiptoes and Pigland Bland here). Managed by Alison Magee Barker. Recently refurbished ground floor. Lounge, library, bar, restaurant (Marc Guibert is chef). Background music. Sun terrace; leisure centre (swimming pool, sauna, fitness room). 6-acre garden. 34 bedrooms (some on ground floor). B&B £45--£175 per person; D,B&B £65--£215
This hotel accepts discount vouchers which entitle readers to a 25% discount off their normal B&B rate. Each printed copy of the Guide contains six vouchers worth in total about £150. BUY THE GUIDE