Stay at the Bay Tree hotel and relax in the garden with a jug of pimms, afternoon cream tea and a game of croquet. In the picture-postcard town of Burford, the southern gateway to the Cotswolds, is to be found the charming Bay Tree Hotel. Set amidst the celebrated ancient black and white timbered buildings and those constructed from the beautiful honey-coloured local stone, a scene is created which beyond doubt has an aura of yesteryear. Areas serviced: Oxfordwww.cotswold-inns-hotels.co.ukSheep St, OX18 4LW

We bought Burford House in 1996, having fallen for both the building and the historic and picturesque town of Burford and the Cotswolds. We decided that this was where we wanted to live and work. A 17th century landmark on Burford's famous High Street, it is now, if you believe what you read and hear, one of the most highly regarded small hotels in the lovely Cotswolds, one of Britain's most outstandingly beautiful areas. Areas serviced: Oxfordwww.burfordhouse.co.uk99 High St, OX18 4QA

Whether you are wanting to explore the famous English countryside or looking for the perfect place to get away from it all for the weekend, the Cotswold Gateway Hotel can meet your needs. Situated in the historic Cotswold region of England, this charming hotel, restaurant and bar is ideally located for those wishing to visit classic traditional villiges. Areas serviced: Oxfordwww.cotswold-gateway.co.uk216 The Hill, OX18 4HX

The Cotswolds are rightly famous for the beauty of the countryside and the charming towns and villages built from the characteristic local creamy white cotswolds limestone. Here, in this area of outstanding natural beauty bounded by Bath, Oxford, Cheltenham and Stratford-upon-Avon, lies the historic 17th Century coaching inn, the Inn for All Seasons. Over the past 20 years, the Sharp family have taken great pride in preserving the distinctive character and personality of the coaching age. Visitors, Guests and local characters alike eat, drink and unwind in the popular bar surrounded by an eclectic mix of mementos and souvenirs. Areas serviced: Oxfordwww.innforallseasons.comLittle Barrington, OX18 4TN

Situated in the heart of the historic Town of Burford. This famous Cotswold Hotel first operated as a licensed business in 1397, some say 1237, the Bull Hotel has been on its present day site since 1610. As such it is the oldest ongoing licensed premises in Burford. With log fires, exposed beams, the largest outside terrace in Burford & 11 en-suite bedrooms, not only do we offer our guests the ideal base from which to explore the Cotswolds but the perfect place to break your working week. Areas serviced: Oxfordwww.oldbullhotel.com105 High St, OX18 4RG