The hotel’s sumptuous bedrooms are decorated with antique artwork and opulent furnishings that complement the history of the house and further the luxurious stately home feel, without being stuffy. Accommodation ranges from Club Rooms (some with their own hot tub) to suites, and there’s even a very private three-bedroom cottage. Many of the rooms have sitting areas and lovely views of the grounds, and most sleep one to two children.

There are two pools on-site: an indoor one (open to under 15s for 90 minutes in the morning and afternoon) and an outdoor pool (open to children all day). A selection of games and toys are available for younger kids, and there’s a wide range of DVDs available – perfect if you all want to hole up for a relaxing evening.

The beautiful grounds (National Trust) are an absolute highlight here, offering not just landscaped gardens and woodland to explore but also a natural play trail, a maze and the Storybook Play Den. Adults can relax at the sumptuous spa, and there’s also indoor and outdoor tennis courts here. A number of boats are available for hire, and there’s even a daily champagne river cruise.