As one of Cheshunt's premier luxury hotels, Marriot dominates this part of Halfhide Lane with its remarkable exterior. The clean, bright interior of Washington's restaurant, done in warm wooden tones, is a stylish place to relax and taste some delectable seafood and grills. On Sunday lunchtime listen to the tunes emanating from the harp as you sit back and savour your meal.

Starters of tiger prawn cocktail with tomato and herb mayonnaise, and deep fried goats' cheese with croutons and Parmesan could be followed by a main course of char-grilled chicken and langoustines, with saffron rice and crispy leeks. Pan fried salmon is served with basil mash, red wine sauce and mango tout. For desserts there's vanilla cheesecake with butterscotch bananas and sticky toffee pudding with toffee and pecan sauce.

After a day exploring historic attractions and the rural life of Hertfordshire, settle down in one of their newly refurbished guest rooms overlooking the courtyard.