Located in the grounds of a 16th century farmhouse and set in forty acres of Hertfordshire countryside, the Coltsfoot Country Retreat is a modern luxury hotel that oozes typical English charm. Features such as open beams and oak beds blend well with Spanish floor tiles and state-of-the-art bathrooms to offer a lavish atmosphere to guests who visit the hotel from all over the world.

The dining facilities at Coltsfoot are second to none, and the Retreat Restaurant presents a wonderfully inventive à la carte in a lively atmosphere. You could also dine up on the galleried mezzanine that offers great views over the paddocks.

The chefs work closely with local suppliers in order to serve the freshest food. A mosaic of poultry terrine appears with celeriac remoulade, and a toasted fruit and herb salad finished with Chardonnay dressing while a main course of whole sea bream is poached in ginger, soy and scallions, and served with purple sprouting broccoli and pak choi.

Wine connoisseurs will rejoice when they come across the drinks list at Retreat Restaurant.