Just to reassure those who were wondering, the beaten path is actually just a mile or so back down the valley, and takes the form of the road into the very heart of the Lake District.

Broadoaks, on the other hand, has quite an enviable location along a road which meanders up the Troutbeck valley, past ancient woodland and grazing sheep in dry stone walled pastures.

Much has been done to maintain the hotel’s original features and architecture, from the winding central staircase and oak panelled walls, to the barrel vaulted acoustic ceiling of the music room, complete with Bechstein piano.

The small matter of the accommodation: beautiful rooms and suites, all furnished with a personal touch, each the epitome of country elegance.