Hotels Garden

Apsley House, BATH

'From the moment we walked through the door (held open for us), we knew that Apsley House was special.' More praise this year for this 'elegant' Georgian house, built by the Duke of Wellington in 1830 for his mistress...

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The Mount, BIDEFORD

In a 'great location' near the town centre and the quay where fishing boats unload their catches by the medieval bridge, this B&B is owned and run by Andrew and Heather Laugharne. 'They are warm and accommodating,' says a visitor this year...

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The Henley, BIGBURY-ON-SEA

In an 'idyllic spot' on a cliff above the tidal Avon estuary, this small, unpretentious Edwardian villa has many fans. Its owners, Martyn Scarterfield and his wife, Petra Lampe, are 'energetic, conscientious hosts'...

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Biggin Hall, BIGGIN-BY-HARTINGTON

Offering 'remarkably good value' and 'good food at the price', this Grade II* listed 17th-century building in a small Peak District village is popular with walkers for its simple, unfussy style. Close by are 'footpaths in all directions over beautiful countryside': one starts from the grounds, and disused railway tracks nearby provide flat walking and cycling...

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The Leathes Head Hotel, BORROWDALE

Popular with serious walkers and climbers, this gabled Edwardian house, built of local slate, is run as a traditional hotel by its 'amenable and helpful' owners, Roy and Janice Smith. 'The food is a strong point,' say visitors this year...

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