Spring is a time of renewal, a time when a fresh page emerges on which to make our mark through exploration and the surpassing of horizons. It may be the Year of the Sheep according to the zodiac, but there's plenty for those who value new experiences and individuality to sink their teeth into.

With a century of Bespoke properties across the length and breadth of the UK, there's a time and a place for those who want to escape the beaten track and do something a little different, whether on their own, with loved ones, or even as part of a full-blown hunting party. Embrace your adventurous side, and let the coming of spring lead you into the unknown....

1.    Misplace Your Mobile in Cornwall

Not literally, of course, but we all know that Christmas and everything that leads up to it, mainly a party-filled December and excessive toasting days gone by, can be overwhelmingly busy and ahem, unhealthy. So shed the stress by taking yourself away to a coastal bolthole retreat: The Lugger.

Place yourself in a self-enforced detox, watch the waves from your window, read an actual book, play a physical board game and rest your eyes from the numerous screens that fill our lives these days (2 nights from £550, for 3 nights from £720 for 2 sharing a classic double/twin room, bespokehotels.com 0843 178 7155)”

2. Hire a Hunting Lodge on the Isle of Skye

Exclusive Use at Skeabost Country House Hotel on the spectacular Isle of Skye includes accommodation, arrival Skye whisky, first Evening Dinner and Full Scottish Breakfast on each morning. We also include Afternoon Tea and a Buffet Lunch, as well as unlimited golf on the Hotels 9-hole golf course.

The Hotel has 14 bedrooms and can sleep approximately 28 persons. Exclusive use is for a minimum stay of two nights from 3pm until 11am. 1 day exclusive use is available at certain times. Prices start from £4,000. Dinner on the second night in the hotel, including a 5-course tasting menu, can be organised for £25 per person.

3.    Venture into Veganism (at least for the afternoon…)

Nestled on the fringes of Hyde Park is an oasis of tranquillity, La Suite West stands as a fusion of Oriental design set against a classic English backdrop of tree-lined streets in the heart of Kensington. In keeping with its clean and holistic ambience, the hotel also provides the city with a healthy and fashionable dining option by way of its vegan restaurant, 'RAW.'

And we all know nothing is more British than Afternoon Tea, so for those looking for a healthy contemporary alternative to the Great British tradition RAW has introduced its unique vegan afternoon dining offer: a combination of designer finger sandwiches, home-made scones served with coconut cream and fresh strawberries, followed by a delectable selection of home-made pastries including mini chocolate and coconut RAW cake and mini sesame halva.

4. Get Wild in Argyll

Nestled on the shores of Loch Fyne, just a stones throw from the pretty fishing town of Tarber, Stonefield Castle was once the home of the Campbell family and now stands as a popular Scottish retreat. Ponder by the loch as it laps at the fishing boats, or recline in highland luxury beside a roaring fire. Escape and recharge with a whisky from the local distillery in hand, or take a tour yourself. Enjoy a sumptuous dinner with fish caught from the loch by chef, and wake up to a hearty breakfast.

Located in easy reach of both Loch Fyne to the East and Loch Tarbert to the West, it is the ideal spot for those who fancy a dip on either side of the Mull of Kintyre. From £99 per room per night includes Dinner, Bed & Breakfast for two people, www.bespokehotels.com/stonefieldcastle, 0843 178 7141)

5. Turn Over a New Leaf in Margate

 Take in Margate via the Crescent Victoria Hotel and let this up and coming destination capture your imagination as it did so many others in 2014. With regeneration continuing apace, the hometown of Tracey Emin, as well as the original painter of light himself, J.M.W. Turner, this coastal town grows more charming by the day. Relive last year's critically acclaimed film by experiencing sights which Turner himself painted, before visiting the Turner Contemporary's newest Exhibition 'Self'.