Sign of the Angel, Lacock, Wiltshire

We love wandering Lacock's atmospheric streets which have been the backdrop for a number of films. Staying here is like stepping back in time.

By car: around 40 minutes from Bristol or Bath, 2 hours 30 minutes from London and 4 hours from Leeds. There is free parking nearby.
By train: trains to Chippenham run from Bath (11 minutes), Bristol (24 minutes) and London (1 hour 7 minutes). From Chippenham station, the hotel is a 10-minute taxi ride away. thetrainline.com

This restaurant-with-rooms appeals to people who love old buildings or those looking for somewhere for an intimate, romantic or celebratory dinner. We love the faithful restoration - floors creak and slope and inglenook fireplaces dominate rooms.

We love the cosy, wood-panelled residents' lounge upstairs, a charming place to relax with a coffee or an after-dinner tipple. The main draw is the restaurant, and we love its minimal aesthetic; the inn's old walls and fireplaces speak for themselves. Dogs are welcome at the cost of £15 extra, which goes towards cleaning.

• Two AA Rosette-awarded restaurant
• Bar
• Residents' lounge
• Free parking
• Free Wi-Fi
• Pet friendly

The bedrooms are full of character; our favourite is the superior overlooking the street. It's a nice size, with beams, a fireplace, an espresso machine and a shower-bath.

Snug, Standard, Superior
Facilities include: ensuite bathrooms, duck and down feather bed linen, welcome tray with chef's homemade treats, tea and coffee-making facilities, free Wi-Fi, radio

The excellent wine list is broken down into sections based on easy-to-understand tasting notes. The chilli king prawn with tomato, lime curd, sesame and lobster mousse dazzles with flavour.

Restaurant: two AA Rosettes. Cosy atmosphere, refined British gastro-pub food. Open for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. Afternoon tea £17pp, £24pp with champagne. Dinner mains from £18.