With the roadside daffodils in full bloom while making the journey south, it seemed the right time of year to be visiting The Springs Resort & Golf Club in Oxfordshire.

And the beautiful sunshine that beamed down on us throughout our weekend stay was just the tonic for enjoying some golf, great food and, most importantly, relaxation.

Nestled in the 'heart of England' countryside alongside the River Thames, The Springs has undergone a major revamp, having recently unveiled the transformation of its 19th century Manor House into a beautiful modern boutique hotel and spa.

Owners Darwin Escapes are also in the process of adding a number of new outside wooden lodges alongside the golf course, which arrive hot on the heels of the four recently-installed two-bedroom Millpond accommodations, all of which come with hot tubs and landscaped decking.

The Springs recently unveiled the transformation of its 19th century Manor House into a modern boutique hotel and spa. Image: Tony Trasmundi

A spa, great food and a spot of golf - the Oxfordshire resort staycation putting a 'spring' in the step