Longing to escape to the country? This country manor is just a half-hour drive from Leeds, Harrogate and York and ten minutes from the A1, but you wouldn’t know it. With rolling countryside as far as the eye can see in all directions, you’ll get your fill of rural seclusion.

Wood Hall is a Georgian stately home in the Wharfe Valley, West Yorkshire. It boasts 44 stylish rooms – the deluxe rooms are each unique in design and all have something extra-special about them, be it a breathtaking view or particularly impressive period features. Go for an executive suite for a little more room, or plump for a classic room, safe in the expectation of the tip top standards characteristic of Handpicked Hotels.

There’s a double AA Rosette Georgian Restaurant with Head Chef Shane Zhao serving British classics reimagined,  with the surrounding countryside both for inspiration and ingredients (afternoon tea is a must too, served up in the Drawing Room for maximal grandeur); and for those looking for an escape from the bustle, there’s a tranquil spa seated atop a hill surrounded by 100 acres of countryside. Sauna, steam room, swimming pool and jacuzzi, all in perfect seclusion.

Day tripping is easy from here too, with York and Harrogate, Harewood House and Fountains House all must-sees in the locality.