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Country Retreat (80 results)

Luxury Hotels - Country House Hotels for that perfect rural retreat.

The Lovat Loch Ness

The Lovat Loch Ness, Inverness

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The Lovat is a superb hotel and restaurant in Fort Augustus, set amidst stunning scenery by Loch Ness and the Caledonial Canal. This is a perfect bolt hole for a romantic break in the Scottish Highlands.

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Quaker & Hall Barn, Norfolk

Quaker & Hall Barn, Norfolk, Norfolk

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Quaker Barn and Hall Barn set in the grounds of a 17th century farmhouse in Norfolk. The barns provide a truly glamorous getaway in an idyllic rural location yet are within easy reach of some of the UK's most spectacular beaches. Located in Haveringland, near Aylsham, they are perfectly situated for visits to either the North Norfolk coast or the Norfolk Broads. A most luxurious setting to relax and enjoy the company of good friends and family.

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Glangwili Mansion, Boutique BB and Self Catering

Glangwili Mansion, Boutique BB and Self Catering, Carmarthenshire

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Glangwili Mansion is a stunning, award winning boutique Bed and Breakfast as well as offering self catering options, and is idyllically located on the edge of Brechfa Forest in the beautiful Gwili valley, just a few miles north of the busy market town of Carmarthen in South West Wales. It's not at all surprising that this hidden gem has recently been awarded the Gold Award from Visit Wales for the 2nd year running and is proud to be high up in the top 4% of the best luxury accommodation in Wales.

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Littlecote House Hotel

Littlecote House Hotel, Berkshire

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This gem of a place is a truly unique hideaway with its historical and regal past, together with the fabulous facilities and activities available. Enjoy!

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Secret Garden

Secret Garden, France

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In the heart of the historic town of Pezenas, a former 18th century convent has been tastefully converted into four spacious, stylishly designed apartments with quirky sculptures, a mix of comfortable and antique furniture and a wonderful sense of space and light. Each apartment sleeps 4-6 guests with a shared 9m outdoor pool, fully enclosed garden and private terrace.

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Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, Cumbria

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This small luxury hotel is set in extensive grounds a few miles away from Windermere. The child-free environment is perfect for time out or a romantic break. The hotel’s restaurant has a brilliant reputation for fine dining - you really can't go wrong! With the holiday resorts of Windermere and Ambleside just down the road, this stylish country hotel is in a great location for a luxurious romantic holiday, and you can rest assured that the friendly and hospitable Cunliffe family who run Gilpin Lodge will make your stay here a most enjoyable one.

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Norton House Hotel & Spa

Norton House Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh

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Edinburgh is one of the most popular destinations for UK weekend city breaks. Norton House Hotel & Spa, ( part of the renowned Handpicked Hotels collection) is an ideal choice for a well deserved break in a magnificent luxury country retreat. If you are still tempted to venture into the city, it’s only 20 minutes away by car. It’s also convenient for the airport if you are flying here. Look out for the midweek breaks on offer for the best value getaway.

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Wooldown Holiday Cottages

Wooldown Holiday Cottages, Cornwall

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With breathtaking sea views across rolling countryside to Widemouth Bay, Wooldown Holiday Cottages is one of those places from the moment you arrive you instantly feel calmer, chilled out and at home. There are 12 stunning high spec cottages specifically for couples, providing the perfect base to explore North Cornwall's rugged coastline, pretty fishing villages and golden beaches. But be warned… the latest additions to Wooldown have raised the bar even higher! Known as the 'Cubes', they are extremely tastefully designed and are totally divine. Once tucked up inside, it may prove difficult to venture outside your front door. With aptly “out of this world” names such as Stargazey, Moonshine, Milky Way and Shooting Star, taking it easy on holiday never seemed so fashionably cool.

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Swinton Park & Residential Cookery School

Swinton Park & Residential Cookery School, Yorkshire

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Swinton Park castle just oozes grandeur and the charm of times past yet provides all the luxuries and comforts of the 21st century. A grade II* listed building which dates back to the 1600’s, it is a 30 bedroom luxury castle hotel and is set in 200 acres of parkland, lakes and gardens. It has a state of the art cookery school run by celebrity chef Rosemary Shrager. Choose to immerse yourself in culinary excellence during a two day course in the impossibly glorious surroundings of historic Swinton Park in the Yorkshire Dales. Or, if cooking is not for you, choose simply to stay and relax in refined elegance.

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Holme Lacy House Hotel

Holme Lacy House Hotel, Herefordshire

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Holme Lacy House Hotel in Herefordshire is a luxury 4 star country house hotel, set in the idyllic Wye valley amidst beautiful rolling hillside. Here you can combine fine dining, superb evening entertainment with a wide range of exciting activities to choose from in spectacular romantic setting.

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