Just a 30-minute drive from central Bristol lies the sleepy
village of Wrington. Here, tucked at the back of owners David and
Tricia’s house, surrounded by fields filled with horses and
alpacas, is Uplands Treehouse. Stepping out of the wilderness and
into this cosy, self-catered hideaway feels like coming home.
Scandi-style floor-to-ceiling windows greet you with views of the
Mendip Hills. Curved oak beams, a wood burner and super-comfy
king-size bed imbue this place with a sense of hygge. Meanwhile a
scenic outdoor shower and spacious balcony immerse you into your
surroundings. Special touches don’t go amiss, including a photo
album detailing the treehouse’s creation, a delightful welcome
hamper and walking trails recommended by David.

What to Do: Half an hour’s walk away, situated
within beautiful walled gardens, is The
Ethicurean, a Michelin-starred restaurant serving sustainable,
seasonal food, botanical cocktails and wonderful fermentations.
Stop by the family-run Aldwick Estate for a vineyard
tour and a sampling of its award-winning wine. Visit Tyntesfield, a National Trust-revived gothic
mansion set among gorgeous grounds or see the dramatic Cheddar Gorge, where a 9,000-year-old human skeleton
(Britains’ oldest) was found in 1903.

Chewton Glen goes above and beyond, providing outstanding
hospitality over 130 acres of Hampshire woodland on the fringe of
the New Forest. Among its 72 rooms and suites are 14 eco-friendly
luxury treehouses, suspended 35ft above ground, propelling opulence
to new heights. Treehouse Studio Suites and Hideaway Suites are
designed as sumptuous lovers’ getaways. The Hideaway offers a more
deluxe experience, with a glass-covered walkway separating an airy
bedroom from an open-plan living area, immersing guests in the
canopy. The Loft Suite and The Yews accommodate larger groups. All
treehouses benefit from beautiful kitchenettes full of treats, and
receive breakfast hampers each morning. Under-floor heating and
woodburners give living areas a comforting touch, while ultra-glam
marble bathrooms feature freestanding forest-view baths,
flat-screen TVs, walk-in showers and twin vanity basins. Catch
staggering sunsets and wild scrubland from your deck’s private hot
tub or cosy day beds.

What to Do: Chewton Glen’s award-winning beauty
spa, 17m swimming pool, hydrotherapy pools, sauna, crystal steam
room, gym and sporting facilities epitomise wellness. Savour The
Dining Room’s afternoon tea or delectable fine dining, with a
sommelier advising on more than 1,900 wines. Have an aperitif at
the hotel’s gentleman’s club-style bar to a backdrop of smooth,
contemporary tunes. For casual dining, head to The Kitchen which
hosts cookery schools and serves seasonal produce from the manor’s
garden. Get lost in New Forest National Park or trace the
picturesque Solent Way, a 60-mile footpath covering the Hampshire
coastline and New Forest countryside. If you’re visiting in spring
or summer, ride a traditional steam train through the dreamy
200-acre Exbury Gardens.