West Axnoller, near Beaminster, Dorset.

Burggraaf may be near England's famous 'Jurassic Coast' but there's nothing old fashioned about its striking architecture, contemporary interior design and thoroughly luxurious fixtures and fittings. Renting it with a group of up to 12 friends or family is probably as close as it gets to the rock’n’roll dream of hiring a boutique hotel for exclusive use. In fact, it may be even better as most boutique hotels can’t boast of their own indoor heated pool, sauna and cedar hot tub with glorious views over open countryside.

Inside the living area is flooded with light from its huge glazed entrance hall and high cathedral-style ceiling. Its focal point is a magnificent contemporary fireplace with ribbon fire. The building’s elegant proportions are complemented by statement wallpaper and tasteful contemporary furniture, striking objet d’art and splashes of Indian-inspired jewel colours in the form of beautiful silk scatter cushions and lampshades

The six spacious bedrooms each have flat screen TVs, sumptuous linen and super king beds (convertible to twins), plus decadent en-suite bathrooms, with baths as well as showers and indulgent Aromatherapy Associates products.

Outside, there’s a choice of two elegant gardens one of which is a private enclosed courtyard complete with cedar hot tub and furniture for al fresco dining plus a gas barbecue and patio heaters – ideal for long pleasurable evenings catching up on the days events and taking in the beautiful views.