With the nights drawing in, Lauren Murray falls for a hotel with a difference.

The Verzon is a luxury hotel perfect for a winter getaway. Once a stunning Georgian country house and now a unique hotel, The Verzon is set in over four acres of grounds and it is hard not to fall for its cosy and contemporary atmosphere.

Throughout December the renowned restaurant will offer special Christmas lunch and dinner menus alongside the classic menu.

The talented kitchen team use the best local produce to create simple yet imaginatively prepared food for which they have already received two AA rosettes.

On New Year's Eve the hotel will host a black-tie ball with live music, a champagne reception and a fivecourse meal to welcome in the new year in style.

There are eight individually designed bedrooms in the Verzon. Many rooms have fantastic views of the Herefordshire countryside and all have goose down duvets, VI spring beds and Egyptian percale linens.

The Mulberry bar with colonial leather furniture, exposed brickwork, limestone flooring and modern artwork adorning the walls is the perfect place to unwind as the days get darker and the nights get cooler.

To find out more about this warm and welcoming hotel, on Hereford Road, Trumpet, near Ledbury call them on 01531 670381, email or visit www.theverzon.co.uk.