The Swan Inn

Expect a hip hotel meets gastro-pub at this expertly reincarnated 17th-century inn, providing all the charm of the country with modern, chic rooms and suites, all of which are superbly appointed. Experienced, hands-on owner Annemaria Boomer-Davies has worked her magic and tidied the place up since taking over in May 2010. Expect a cool, modern bar area with wooden floor, chunky scrubbed tables and chairs, subtle spotlighting and a long, sleek bar lined with gleaming beer pumps. It may have a trendy, minimalist feel, but it is still a cracking village pub: the atmosphere is relaxed and you can still call in for a pint of Shere Drop, sit back and peruse the papers. The kitchen turns out dishes with ease and confidence, be it crab cakes or a classic burger at lunch, or chicken and foie gras terrine and chargrilled rib-eye steak with béarnaise at dinner. There is a super landscaped terraced garden for perfect alfresco dining on balmy days.