If you picture the quintessential English village in your mind, there’s a good chance it resembles the idyllic Castle Combe in Wiltshire. The village takes its name from a 12th century castle and it lies within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. No new houses have been constructed since the 1600s and it’s often referred to as the prettiest village in England. I must admit I was taken aback when I walked through it for the first time.
The Manor House Hotel sits right in the heart of the village and is a majestic five-star property adorned with multi-coloured foliage on the outside. The 14th century structure is set in 365 acres of parkland and its 21 bedrooms and suites are complemented by 29 sumptuous cottages.
