The Chequers inn

Full of character, the 17th-century Chequers Inn has an award-winning restaurant and a large garden. The elegant bedrooms have Freeview digital cable TV and antique pine furniture. With oak beams, and hardwood floors, the original bar serves beers, ales and wines. The lounge has an open fire and a cozy seating area. The rooms at The Chequers Inn have private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee facilities and Wi-Fi access. Room service is available. The restaurant serves a blend of classical French and English cuisine, made with fresh local produce. During the summer, there is a patio for outside dining. The Chequers is only 24 miles from London.