Between the sheets

Sunday Mirror, Feb 7, 2010 by STEPHEN MARTIN

Trigony Country House Hotel, near Thornhill, Dumfriesshire

Where and why Deep in the lush Dumfriesshire countryside lies this laid back family-owned country house hotel. When you arrive, have a drink in the snug bar with the log fire roaring and feel all your urban angst drip away. Dogs are welcome too. Each room is different: ours was huge with stunning views.

On the menu Chef Adam prides himself on his cooking - and you can see why. This is proper high-end food but without any OTT showing- off. It's all seasonal and much is sourced in the immediate vicinity. There's local beef, venison and fish on the menu and veggies are well catered for. We had a mouthwatering starter of roast butternut squash, tarragon and Isle of Mull cheddar souffl. Leave plenty of room for dessert: we had organic rhubarb and ginger crumble.

While you're there The pretty village of Thornhill is a mile or so away and historic Drumlanrig Castle is nearby. Drumlanrig has Britain's only museum devoted to cycling.

Wake-up call Dinner, bed and breakfast starts at pounds 80pp/ night (www.trigonyhotel.co.uk or 01848 331211).

STEPHEN MARTIN