Retreat east

Why you’ll love it This is one of the best coastal spa hotels with easy access from London, and so is perfect for a short break if you haven’t got much time off this summer. Sitting in 30 acres of gro

Staycation inspiration in Northumberland, Pembrokeshire, Suffolk and on Loch Lomond, plus a special seafood restaurant in London

These lovely hotels, motels and inns are all under £150. A good night’s sleep at a good price, too? Oh, go on then

With its natural textures, inky tones and artfully upcycled finds, this holiday home has been designed to soothe the soul

Our pick of huts and hideaways to escape to (and maybe steal a style tip or two from)

A 16th-century dwelling has been sensitively refreshed, resulting in a home brimming with original character, while boasting an easy-to-live-with, modern sensibility