In a Georgian mansion that was altered in the 1930s by Clough Williams-Ellis, James and Corrina Rae’s hotel overlooks tiered gardens with ravishing views across the Golden Valley. Although it looks grand, it has a homely feel to it, say our inspectors, who were given a 'friendly welcome' on arrival. Bedrooms, from ‘cosy’ to ‘top notch’, are beautifully decorated. Two rooms, one with a four-poster, have a spa bath. A family suite with its own entrance has bunks for the kids. Our inspectors' room had 'wonderful views over the Cotswolds from the double-aspect windows'. All rooms have homemade biscuits, organic toiletries, complimentary use of the sauna, plunge pool and hot tub in the wellness garden. In the panelled dining room, 'thoughtful, delicious and well-served meals' include dishes such as chateaubriand, which 'was perfectly tender and very flavourful with vegetables form the garden'. You can eat more casually from the grazing menu, on the terrace when the sun shines, or take afternoon tea. Breakfast brings homemade bread on the buffet and 'perfectly cooked' dishes such as smashed avocado or wild mushrooms on toast.