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BABINGTON HOUSE 95.45%

SOMERSET, ENGLAND

This ground-breaking, contemporary country-house hotel has 28 spacious bedrooms including five family suites in the stable block. Bistro-style food is served in two dining rooms and on a terrace.

X FACTOR
The eclectic mix of original panelled walls and shuttered bay windows, hip retro and modern furniture, plus the latest technology, create a grand bohemian feel.

FACILITES
There are indoor and outdoor pools (both heated) at the popular Cowshed spa, plus tennis courts, croquet lawn and football pitch.

COST
Doubles from £225

Babington, near Frome, Somerset (01373 812266; www.babingtonhouse.co.uk)