Crazy Bear Stadhampton

Crazy Bear Stadhampton is a boutique hotel on Bear Lane in the village of Stadhampton, in the Oxfordshire countryside. Bold, flamboyant interiors give it a distinctive atmosphere.

Individually designed rooms are split between the characterful main building and an annex, and come with a flat-screen TV, quality bedding, toiletries and air conditioning. The country pub serves pub classics alongside Thai food, with cocktails and afternoon tea too. Treatments include Thai and sports massage and facials.

There is a garden, a terrace, room service and meeting space. Dogs are accepted in selected rooms for a supplement; contact the hotel first. It suits couples after an unusual countryside escape.