The second place we stayed in Portugal was a few hours drive North of Lisbon and about half an hour's drive from the University town of Coimbra. We arrived quite late in the day having attempted and sadly failed to go and see the fairytale palace at Sintra. Visiting Sintra had been at the top … Continue reading Villa Pedra, Portugal
Tag: Countryside Retreat
Whatley Manor, Wiltshire 🇬🇧
I have been meaning to go to Whatley Manor for quite some time. Sitting just outside Malmesbury in the Cotswolds it's an ideal countryside retreat. Particularly well known for its food (the Dining Room has a Michelin star and is open for dinner from Wednesday to Sunday),  we decided to go for Sunday lunch at the … Continue reading Whatley Manor, Wiltshire 🇬🇧
The Lodge @ Babington House
I don't think it's much of a secret that one of my favourite places for a staycation is Babington House.The great thing about it is that it can be enjoyed as a family, a group of friends or as a couple. This time I stayed in the Lodge with my two boys. The Lodge is … Continue reading The Lodge @ Babington House
Soho Farmhouse, Oxfordshire (Part 1)
I have been very fortunate to stay at Soho Farmhouse twice now. Once with my family staying in a family cabin and just recently with a friend, staying in a two bedroom cabin. Both trips were a huge success and already I am itching to return! The Farmhouse is not really a farmhouse (although there … Continue reading Soho Farmhouse, Oxfordshire (Part 1)