The Swan at Lavenham is a luxury hotel brimming with olde worlde charm on the outskirts of a medieval Suffolk village, between Bury St Edmunds and Sudbury. The former coachhouse is now a lovingly-decorated and furnished countryside inn, the perfect place to relax in front of the fire under ancient oak beams after a day exploring historic sights such as Lavenham's 15th-century church, half-timbered medieval cottages and circular walk.

Visitors will find plenty to occupy them in Lavenham, which nestles amidst glorious Suffolk countryside. It's a village full of quaint shops and old Tudor buildings, including the famous Crooked House on the High Street.

The facilities

The Swan serves the very best in modern British cuisine, made using fresh, locally sourced seasonal ingredients. There is a range of dining options; from the informal Garden lounge and historic Old Bar to al fresco dining in the garden or fine dining in the elegant Gallery Restaurant.

The rooms

Decorated in warm, relaxing colours, the 45 en suite rooms combine beautiful period features with contemporary facilities, from inglenook fireplaces and medieval wall paintings to flat-screen TVs.