If you’re not used to the high energy hustle of central London, there is another way. Seven miles and half an hour by tube from central London, Richmond is a pocket of tranquility and trendiness –  and the Richmond Hill Hotel is itself a little patch of paradise to eat, drink and stay. The Georgian building dates back 1726, and it has retained its historic beauty inside and out. There’s wall-to-wall breathtaking interiors from floor to ceiling, with magnificent Georgian carpets, pillars and patterned ceilings from the bedrooms to the stunning meeting and event spaces. It’s a popular wedding spot and the web is jam-packed with outstanding reviews of the hotel’s staff for always going the extra mile to make guests feel special on their special day.

The hotel’s adjoining restaurant is the award-winning 144 On The Hill. The menu, selected and hand-crafted by head chef Jessen Valaydon, is constantly changing with the locally sourced, seasonal produce, and it’s all plated with Insta-perfect presentation. Smoothest-in-the-biz bartenders have a selection of over 100 gins to play with, and with that variety there’s no shame in spending every night in the hotel bar! There’s also a 24-hour gym if you feel like working any of it off, Heal’s designer beds in every room if you choose to sleep it off, and a sun-trap terrace from which to enjoy the scenery and take things at your own pace drink cocktail or pop out your pinkies for a decadent afternoon tea.

As for its location, well, it’s pretty darn perfect. Stroll amongst the deer on your doorstep in Richmond Park, take the little ones otter-spotting at London Wetland Centre, bask in the botanic bounty of Kew Gardens or enjoy a regal day trip to Hampton Court – none is more than a few miles away. You could do all of that, if you make it out of bed…