With just eight guestrooms, Mandarin’s atmosphere is delightfully intimate and personal, and whilst the accommodation has been designed on a grand scale, the ambience is utterly relaxed, deliberately eschewing any formality.

Your resident hosts – including Pacha, the friendly dog and self-appointed quality controller, entertainer and lifeguard – go out of their way to make guests feel at home and to help them get the most out of their stay.

Days get off to a good start with a wholesome breakfast (which can be served in your room at no extra cost if preferred) including homemade jams and eggs from Mandarin’s own chickens cooked to order.

The five course evening meals, focusing on traditional recipes and fresh local produce and served in comfort and style, really are an event that guests enjoy lingering over. The pre-booked half-board option offers particularly good value.