A 200-year old building with oodles of character, it epitomises the cosy, old-world charm so often lacking in today's tower block, chain hotels. A former magistrates house, Chase Lodge Hotel near Twickenham has 8 rooms, all unique and with free wi-fi. We are a minute away from lovely walks by the River Thames and in Bushy Park (1,100 acres/300 deer). Just over the bridge, is the ancient City of Kingston with 47 restaurants including Jamie's Italian and Carluccio's. Or catch a boat up to Hampton Court Palace, where 5 Kings were crowned. Chase Lodge Hotel is 30 minutes from central London and Heathrow airport.