Hartfield

Staying in this home is like stepping into a scene from an Austen novel – we can just picture Emma Woodhouse wandering the grounds. Corniced ceilings, antique furniture, country views – there's so much character in this Grade II historic building. The home is part of a grand country estate in Wiltshire, but you'll feel as if you have the whole place to yourself in this private south wing. With the living room’s ample seating in front of the fire and the charming wooden breakfast table, you will be equally comfortable drinking tea or wine in elegance. Make sure to stop by a farm shop on the way to cook up a delicious meal in the kitchen or pre-order fresh or frozen meals to make your stay even easier. Take walks in the gorgeous landscaped gardens, stroll over the bridge on the water, and as night falls gather round the fire pit with drinks. You could spend all day at this country estate, but there's plenty to see in the local area too. You're just a six-minute drive from Stonehenge, and it's worth travelling to Salisbury to visit the historic cathedral and wander the cobbled streets. After a busy day, return home to decadent bedrooms and doze off on a beautifully handmade mattress – the very same furnish the Royal Family's residences.

Home truths:
*The beds in the third bedroom can either be made up as two single beds or one super-king bed
*This home is not suitable for families with children under the age of 16 as the home has a running river and an unfenced body of water
*It's not suitable for those with limited mobility
*You'll need a car to make the most of a visit to this area, and there's private parking
*You can pre-order fresh and/or frozen meals and alcohol from the host – contact them for a list
* The home is ideal for a country wedding and is licensed to host ceremonies in the gardens or the adjoining barn which has an outdoor bar, indoor bar, seating for 120 and its own separate kitchen for catering