My husband has recently been discharged from hospital after a life-threatening bout of sepsis. It’s going to be a long recovery, but once he’s strong enough I’d like to take him somewhere relaxing. We’re 20 minutes’ drive from Newhaven [where the ferry departs from], so somewhere within an hour or so of Dieppe would be ideal. I’m thinking of four or five days and I have a budget of about £2,500. Any ideas?
Nick White

Manoir de Surville is just over an hour from Dieppe, and the elegant 16th-century manor would be a serene spot for your husband to recuperate in. There are 11 beautifully decorated rooms, plus a heated outdoor pool and a small spa (with a steam room, sauna and two cabins for treatments), as well as a restaurant serving top-notch set menus based around local produce. Borrow bikes for a gentle pootle or book a hot-air balloon to float over the valleys. B&B doubles start at £177 (manoirdesurville.com).