Best UK Cities for Luxury Breaks

Posted on April 22, 2014 by admin

Planning a luxury break in a UK city but not sure which one to choose? We research different areas and provide hints and tips to set you on the right track. We’ve considered the available options and have come up with our Top 3 picks for the best cities in the UK for luxury holidays.

Top 3 Best UK Cities for Luxury Breaks

Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh’s Historical Castle

1. Edinburgh
Edinburgh with its two world heritage sites offers elegant architecture and fascinating historical sites. Add to this, high end restaurants, boutique shopping and stylish bars, and if you’re looking for a city with as much style as your luxury holiday home then Edinburgh is a great choice. National Trust members will find a choice of attractions within this stunning city.

 

 

 

2.    Bath

Bath's fine architecture

Fine architecture of Bath

The spa city of Bath with its fine historical buildings and Roman baths, is a unique and special place. With a river flowing through, high end restaurants, vibrant bars and high end shopping, it’s easy to see that Bath offers plenty of luxurious surroundings. Whether you choose to stay in a stunning self-catering townhouse or a country cottage close by to this city, it has plenty to offer for breaks away. Massages and pampering treatments are on offer at Bath Thermae Spa and can help make your special break even more relaxing.

3.    York

York is another fine city, full of historical architecture and plenty of historical attractions. Within the city walls you can find boutique shops and a great selection of bars and restaurants. Don’t miss Betty’s Tea Rooms for a taste of the high life and a sumptuous atmosphere. National Trust properties in this city are particularly interesting and some even come complete with tales of ghosts. Find a luxury holiday home in York and stay somewhere suitably high quality for exploring this wonderful city feeling your best.

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Inspirational Honeymoon Destinations in UK and Ireland

Posted on December 4, 2013 by admin

The UK and Ireland are both home to some sCoeur Nuageuxpectacular areas of natural beauty that are perfect for an inspirational honeymoon with the love of your life. Blending together breath-taking views of soaring mountains, sweeping valleys and meandering rivers with quaint villages and historical architecture, you can have a relaxing break that the two of you will never forget as you celebrate your love for one another in an incredible place. There are countless holiday cottages available to rent tucked away in enchanting forests in Suffolk or settled in idyllic coves by the sea in Cornwall, and you will not have to travel far at all to be unwinding in paradise with your partner on your honeymoon.
romantic four poster bedroomThese beautiful honeymoon cottages are luxurious and come equipped with everything you will need and more whilst residing in these comfortable accommodations. With spacious bedrooms, often with four-poster beds and cotton bed linen, en suite bathrooms with power showers and hot tubs, large living rooms with romantic fire surrounds and flat screen television sets, and fully-equipped kitchens and dining areas so you can prepare your favourite meals and enjoy them in peace and privacy, these cottages are perfect for a honeymoon and for those wishing to escape the hustle and bustle of big cities and retreat to a cosy sanctuary in pure tranquillity. For complete luxury, you could rent a cottage with extra amenities on site such as a swimming pool and sauna, spa and tennis courts. Being able to go swimming with your loved one or get a full body massage together after going walking or exploring the local area is a wonderful luxury and there is no better holiday to indulge in this way than on your honeymoon.

Some inspirational honeymoon destinations in the UK and Ireland include the serene village of Waterville in County Kerry, Ireland. Set on the coastline in the Ring of Kerry, Waterville is home to quaint tea rooms, fantastic bars, pubs and restaurants, vast lakes and of course, charming cottages. It is perfect for a first break away as newlyweds as there are plenty of things you can do here as well, such as horse riding, cycling and canoeing.
Another brilliant destination for a self-catering honeymoon holiday is the Lake District. Home to charming villages and market towns such as Cartmel and Keswick, the Lake District is one of the most visually stunning places in England and there is always plenty to do here. You can take in the breath-taking beauty of Lake Windermere or explore where poet William Wordsworth one lived, on a romantic cottage honeymoon in the county of Cumbria.

Romantic couple

Scotland is also home to incredible and inspirational areas of natural beauty, especially in villages in the Highlands. Seeing or ascending to the peak of the tallest mountain in the UK, Ben Nevis, or exploring the Cairngorms National Park along with a few of the misty lochs is something that will stay with you and your loved one forever. Whitefalls Spa Lodges   set in the spectacular Hebridean Isle of Lewis are a perfect choice for that unforgettable honeymoon escape to the coast.

Take a look at the fantastic selection of honeymoon retreats we have on offer and find the perfect romantic and cosy sanctuary just for the two of you.

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Luxurious Love Nests

Posted on October 7, 2013 by admin

If you are planning a luxury cottage holiday for a special occasion or just to celebrate your love for one another you may be searching for some inspiration on where to stay. That’s where we can help!

Quality Time Together

Romantic couple

Rekindle that fire.

There is nothing quite like curling up and snuggling with your other half on the sofa with your favourite film on the TV. Relaxing with your partner is a wonderful way to spend an evening, but if you fancy getting away for a little bit, you can enjoy all of this in a new and indulgent setting, in a luxurious love nest in the UK or Ireland. These lavish holiday homes can be found in a variety of different locations such as hidden within enchanting forests, nestled in the idyllic countryside or in an awe inspiring setting on a secluded cliff side overlooking the sea. These inspirational holiday properties are perfect for those who want to spend some quality time with their other half in a completely idyllic setting.

 

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Luxury cottages for two have all of the amenities that you would expect on a romantic self-catering break and some feature special facilities such as private hot tubs or saunas for you to use at leisure. Imagine sinking down into the hot tub with the love of your life, glass of champagne in hand as you reflect on your day spent walking through the charming lanes and hills of the village you have chosen to reside in for your break – pure heaven!

Some luxurious love nests also feature incredible four-poster beds. These beds are a wonderful extravagance to sink into at night and you will feel like a king and queen sleeping in these magnificent beds. They may also come with cotton linen, which is wondrously soft and will provide you and your partner with an uninterrupted and sound slumber as you sink beneath the sheets and rest your head on the fluffy pillows of your majestic four-poster.

On sunny days on your romantic holiday with your other half, you may wish to take rambles and walks through the surrounding countryside, stopping off for an afternoon picnic of sandwiches and strawberries underneath the shade of the trees. This is a lovely thing to do, but you may be able to do this without leaving the grounds of your accommodation if you rent somewhere with a garden. Particularly if you choose a property with a private and enclosed garden which is great if you wish to relax and sunbathe in privacy, have a little picnic or even a barbecue with your partner in peace and tranquillity.

Luxury retreats such as Elm Lodge in Lyne, Surrey, or The Saddlery, a romantic luxury hideaway in Axminster in Devon are ideal for a break of pure indulgence in the UK. You may even wish to go a little further afield and rent a beautiful country cottage in Ireland, which is simply fantastic for a quick getaway. These properties can be made into your own luxurious love nest for the week, and you can soak up new surroundings, discover the heritage and culture of a quaint market town and most importantly, spend some quality time in lavish accommodation with the one who you love the most.

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Film Locations, Best UK Destinations for Film Lovers

Posted on September 17, 2013 by admin

The huge range of scenery in Britain, and the fact that you can get from one end of our beautiful country to the other in a matter of hours, means there are so many perfect filming locations. When you think about it, our country really does fit a lot of different landscapes into a very small space; from the awe-inspiring mountains of the Scottish highlands, to the rolling hills and cute villages and towns of the Cotswolds, and the gorgeous sandy bays and coves of Cornwall and Devon. Now all we have to do is fix the weather, and we’ll never have to leave!

Here’s our itinerary for a whistle-stop, one thousand mile tour of Britain’s finest film locations.

  • Tim Burton’s 2010 magical adventure Alice in Wonderland was mostly filmed on-location in Cornwall, notably at the beautiful National Trust-owned Antony House. Hollywood stars like Johnny Depp and Anne Hathaway flocked to Cornwall to shoot within the house itself and amongst the atmospheric gardens and grounds.
  • The tiny village of Crickadarn in Powys is the real ‘East Proctor’ of the 1981 cult classic An American Werewolf in London, standing in for Yorkshire. The red phone box still stands, but the Angel of Death statue was a prop – and the road signs in Welsh were cleverly covered with a fake tree!
  • The romantic, epic drama of war and betrayal Atonement (2007), starring Keira Knightley and James McAvoy, was filmed mainly at Stokesay Court in Shropshire. Stokesay Court performed a central role as the Tallis family home, perhaps most notably for the infamous library scene. If you’ve not watched it, we won’t go into it.
  • Luxury breaks in LincolnshireThe 2006 film version of Dan Brown’s bestseller The Da Vinci code used Lincoln Cathedral as the filming location for scenes which were set in and around Westminster Abbey, as the real Westminster Abbey disagreed with the theme’s films. Lincoln is a quiet and lovely city, free from the attentions of tourists. The Cathedral was the tallest building in the world for 238 years, and is still believed by many to be England’s finest.
  • Fans of Lancastrian star Jane Horrocks will love visiting Scarborough, a charming seaside town in North Yorkshire which provided the backdrop for the 1998 musical film Little Voice. Scarborough is dotted with classic Victorian and beautiful contemporary architecture; the archetypal Victorian seaside resort is one of the gems of the East Coast of England. If you do decide to visit, be sure to pop over to St Mary’s Church, where you will find Anne Brontë’s grave.
  • The next part of our journey takes us back inland to Kettlewell, in the Yorkshire Dales. Kettlewell is a peaceful, quiet and beautiful village which gained notoriety when it was used for filming the hit comedy Calendar Girls back in 2003. Kettlewell is a brilliant place to start for relaxing countryside walks or tackling more energetic fell hikes, but is also a beautiful village in which to relax in one of the many lovely tea rooms and gift shops.
  • Carnforth is a small town near Lancaster in Lancashire, popular with walkers and cyclists but also famous for its railway station. It was this railway station which, in 1945, was immortalised as the scene of Celia Johnson’s character Laura’s inner battle as she meets married doctor Alec Harvey every Thursday in the Refreshment Room in the classic romance Brief Encounter (1945). Nowadays the refreshment room is still there in all its 1940s period glory, with a lovely range of homemade food.
  • Next on our whistle-stop tour is, of course, the beautiful Lake District. The Lake District has been home to many a film or TV series, including Renée Zellwegger’s take on our beloved children’s author in Miss Potter (2006), which was filmed on location, largely at Loughrigg, Grasmere and Coniston. The most famous of the Lakes’ movie exports, however, is Withnail & I (1987). This cult favourite was largely filmed at Sleddale Hall, where Paul McGann and Richard E Grant’s characters spent a ‘delightful weekend in the country.’ A particularly beautiful spot to visit is overlooking Ullswater, where Withnail raises his arms, dreaming of stardom. You can even enjoy a brew in the tea room, where tourists often ask for ‘the finest wine available to humanity,’ and make a call from the famous red phone box.
  • We’re heading towards Scotland now… Alnwick Castle is perhaps the most celebrated destination on this list for its film roots, as this Northumberland property featured as Hogwarts in the Harry Potter (2001-2011) films. Nowadays you can visit this stunning castle, and even have broomstick training in the grounds!
  • Luxury self-catering in the HighlandsThe last destination we think film buffs just have to see is the landscapes around Loch Leven and Glen Coe in the Scottish Highlands. Here, you can just picture Mel Gibson as William Wallace in the 1995 epic Braveheart. Many of the scenes were filmed in location out here in the Highlands, and Wallace’s childhood village of Lanark was actually constructed in the Glen Nevis Valley, at the foot of Ben Nevis.

Luxury Self-Catering Accommodation features an excellent choice of high quality holiday accommodation throughout the UK, ideal for discovering some of Britain’s most fascinating film locations.  Don’t forget to tweet us @luxury_info if you’ve been to any of these spots!

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Our favourite stately homes in the North of England

Posted on September 11, 2013 by admin

For the ultimate luxury getaway, history lovers will love renting a holiday home close to a stately home. There are hundreds of these properties to explore across the UK, many owned by the National Trust or English Heritage. The North of England, particularly Derbyshire, has many country houses which you can explore. We’ve selected our Top 3.

Luxury self-catering accommodation in CheshireLyme Park in Cheshire is a stunning country house, originally the home of the historic Legh family but now operated by the National Trust. Perhaps best recognised for its lake to the front of the property, from which Colin Firth as Mr Darcy famously emerged in the BBC adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, causing women all over the world to swoon violently. The house itself provides a step back in time to the high society of the Edwardian era, with its luxurious interiors, fine selection of paintings and artwork and intricate furniture.

The 1,300 acre estate provides unbeatable walking opportunities, views onto stunning gardens such as the Edwardian rose garden – and keep your eyes out for the herd of medieval red deer that roam the lands. Lyme Park is also a great place to visit with children, with its Crow Wood Playscape and a brilliant range of restaurants, coffee shops and retail shops. We’ve truly fallen in love with Lyme Park. If you’d like to visit, why not stay in a luxury self-catering cottage in Cheshire?

 

Luxury cottages to rent in North YorkshireIn at second place, we certainly do enjoy the charms of the beautiful Castle Howard in North Yorkshire. Home to the Howard family for more than 300 years, you might recognise the house as the home of Sebastian Flyte in the TV adaptation of Evelyn Waugh’s Brideshead Revisited. Up until the 1950s, the house even had its own railway station. This beautiful baroque building was built between 1699 and 1712 to a design by Sir John Vanbrugh, and has extensive gardens which make for a beautiful day’s exploration through the formal gardens, woodland and lakes with 1,000 acres to walk through. You’ll find exquisite statues, temples and fountains and picture-perfect views wherever you wander. The interiors are dramatic and the furniture and artwork sublime, and there’s an adventure playground for children. If you like the sound of Castle Howard, take a look at our stunning collection of luxury holiday homes in North Yorkshire.

 

Luxury cottages to rent in DerbyshireBut our favourite stately home in the North of England (and perhaps all of the UK!) has got to be the unbelievable Chatsworth House in the Peak District in Derbyshire. Owned by the Cavendish family since 1549, 16 generations of this famous family have called Chatsworth their home. Surrounded by over a thousand acres of stunning woodland, rocky hills and heather moorland as well as the beautiful formal gardens, we believe this is one of the best days out around – in fact, a day is probably not enough time to explore this magnificent property.

Inside the house, you can explore over 30 rooms, where you will find a plethora of priceless paintings, furniture, Old Master drawings and neoclassical sculptures and in the gardens, you can get lost in the magnificent maze and gaze over the stunning waterworks.

What’s more, Chatsworth also has 6 wonderful shops, 2 restaurants and a cafe, and the stunning Cavendish Rooms where you can enjoy afternoon tea. At the Farm Shop you can even try and buy produce from the estate and its tenant farms!

The views everywhere across the estate and the low hills which divide the Derwent and Wye Valleys, are spectacular. We think Chatsworth is unbeatable, so we do recommend that you take a look around if you haven’t already (or why not return?). Take a look at our range of luxury self-catering accommodation in Derbyshire.

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Fancy getting away to Scotland to try something a little bit different on a luxury break this September?

Posted on September 6, 2013 by admin

The beautiful Easdale Island is the smallest inhabited island in the Inner Hebrides – with just 59 people calling this lovely little island their home. At one point, there were as many as 500 quarry workers living and working here, as Easdale was once the centre of the British slate industry. Nowadays, one of the flooded quarries is home to a very different activity – each September it is the location for the wacky but rather wonderful wonderful Stone Skimming World Championships.

The Stone Skimming Championships is generally held on a Sunday, but celebrations tend to kick off on the Saturday night before when the Easdale Island Community Hall plays host to a wonderful Pre-skim Party. Headlining the party this year on the 28th – 29th September will be the festival favourites Kava Kava, the psychedelic funk soul band from Huddersfield who have previously played Glastonbury 3 times and even South by South West!

The stone skimming is fun, of course, and hugely competitive, but it’s not this that makes a visit to Easdale Island so magical: the place has a true sense of community; one that it’s extremely rare to see. Many of the competitors are the 59 residents themselves, and the local pub the Puffer gives you an idea of what a true community pub can be. Not to mention, the festival feel of the place and the freely flowing ale provide a sense of true harmony and community, just for one day.

If you like the sound of this tiny festival of music and slate, why not think about booking a luxury cottage in Scotland?

The World Stone Skimming Championships 2013, Sunday 29th September. Travel to Easdale Island is by a passenger only small ferry (there are no roads on Easdale) from Ellenabeich on the Isle of Seil, 7 miles to the south west of Oban. Seil has been linked to the mainland via the “Bridge over the Atlantic” since 1792. The ferry costs £1.80 return for adults, £1 return for children. Entrance to the Championships is charged at £4 for adults, £2 for juniors and £1 for under 10s.

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Inspirational Luxury Wedding Houses

Posted on September 2, 2013 by admin

So they’ve finally popped the question and you’ve said yes… Now comes the hard part. But it doesn’t need to be as difficult as it sounds; a self-catering wedding home means you can have as much or as little input as you like, and your wedding can be personalised exactly to what you want.

Hosting your wedding at a self-catering manor house can be a fantastic choice as it often means there will be space for many of the guests to stay at the venue. Hiring a self-catered venue means that you have more freedom and flexibility to personalise your special day and truly make it the wedding day you’ve dreamt of. Nothing says romance like a huge house in the countryside (think Pemberley from Jane Austen’s classic Pride and Prejudice!) and many of the owners will even allow you to book out the property for a full weekend, meaning your celebrations can continue overnight…

Take a look at some of our inspirational wedding venues:

Perfect country house wedding venue in Herefordshire

Beautiful wedding house and gardens in Herefordshire

Lemore Manor in Herefordshire is a superb, beautiful stone-built property set within eleven acres of landscaped gardens and woodland, with a croquet lawn, optional marquee and a bandstand which offers a perfect and unique outdoor wedding ceremony, but there are also a number of small churches nearby if you like the idea of a more traditional ceremony.

Large country house for weddings

Enjoy a beautiful weekend wedding at Eriviat Hall

Eriviat Hall is surrounded by a lovely country park, set within the beautiful open countryside of Conwy in Wales. This property is the perfect mix of traditional character and modern comfort, with stunning solid oak carved furniture, crystal chandeliers and an enormous hot tub. Up to 30 guests are welcome to stay over in a beautiful range of bedrooms with traditional, romantic 4 poster beds.

Wonderful Country House for Weddings ScotlandThis impressively large and beautiful Victorian country house near Tarbert could be the perfect self-catering wedding venue for you and your soulmate. With 12 en-suite bedrooms and even a bar, there’s no need for you to leave after the ceremony as you can party on through and your closest guests can even stay the night! The idyllic hillside location provides amazing views across the Kintyre Peninsula and the 7 acre garden means that you can have an outdoors Scottish wedding if you wish; the choice is yours.

Take a look at our full list of luxury self-catering wedding venues.

For more beautiful and inspirational wedding homes, take a look at our Top Luxury Properties to Hire for Your Wedding.

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Lovely log cabins: a rising trend for self-catering breaks

Posted on August 16, 2013 by admin

The trend of luxury log cabin holidays is definitely on the rise. These cosy country retreats are appealing to people who are looking for a romantic getaway with a difference. The wooden exterior creates a natural feel to these holiday homes; they blend almost seamlessly in with the countryside, and are usually extremely eco-friendly too.

With this trend continuing to grow at such a pace, it’s now easy to find a log cabin which exactly suits your requirements – in terms of space, location, surroundings and features. It’s easy to find log cabins with added extras, such as spa rooms, and even pet-friendly log cabins.

Log cabins are a great choice for enjoying a romantic getaway, as they are often in very secluded locations and can be nestled into cosy countryside spaces, such as on the edges of forests and lakes. Luxury Self Catering Accommodation has a wide range of Romantic Retreat luxury log cabins, which can often be the ideal choice when surprising your partner with a luxury minibreak. Where once the phrase, ‘log cabin’ would have conjured up images of the wind howling through the windows a

nd the doors creaking throughout the night while you try not to freeze in your makeshift camp bed, now log cabin holidays are renowned for their luxurious features. Many log cabin holidays even have a personal hot tub: Log cabins with a hot tub.

Have you been considering booking a Christmas away somewhere in the UK and Ireland? Why not think about spending the most magical time of the year in a log cabin – children will love it, and there’s nothing more cosy than snuggling up in front of the fire in a luxury lodge while the snow falls hard outside.

Snowy log cabin break

Suran Y Coed in Powys in the snow

Luxury log cabin self-catering breaks are not just for cosy winter getaways either, there are a number of these sorts of luxury properties in coastal areas which would make a fantastic base for a late-Summer or Autumn break: Coastal log cabin holidays.

Wherever you’re looking to go in the UK and Ireland, there are luxury log cabins which can satisfy your self-catering needs. Take a browse through our full selection of self-catering log cabin holidays.

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Luxurious self-catering holiday homes with disabled access and facilities.

Posted on August 6, 2013 by admin

A vast array of disabled-access properties are available to rent through luxury-selfcatering-accommodation.co.uk. With many of our properties featuring ramp access, ground floor bedrooms, widened doorways and even many with wet rooms and hoists, you can be sure to find a luxury retreat suitable for your needs. Here’s our pick of some of the best:

Set just 9 miles from the scenic Northumberland coast, guests at Beacon Hill Farm’s Luxury Cottages can enjoy use of the gorgeous spa room, sauna and games rooms. Curlew, Kestrel and Merlin Cottages have achieved Mobility M2 status. Accommodating up to 6 guests, these cottages provide the ultimate in comfort and style, with open fires to keep warm on cosy family nights and plenty of activities on-site such as fishing in the 2 acre lake and indoor entertainments in the games room. These cottages also feature a shared indoor heated swimming pool and tennis courts.

 

With breathtaking views out onto Herefordshire’s Black Mountains, Trevase Granary oozes luxury. With a hot tub, games room and stunning walled garden, this 5 star home-away-from-home can sleep up to 18 people for the ultimate getaway with friends. The impressively huge and luxurious dining room allows for truly stylish entertaining, and with weather like we’ve had recently the BBQ will definitely come in handy.

 

If you fancy something a little more wild and windy, the fabulous Bluebell House up in the Scottish Highlands may appeal to you. This property features 2 wheel-in wet rooms with shower chairs and even an electric hoist and a movable ramp to make your stay as effortless as possible. This is pure luxury combined with the convenience and ease you need to make your Scottish getaway go off perfectly. With a huge amount of living space and stunning mountain views, this huge cottage is a fantastic choice for a get-together with extended family for a truly special occasion. You’ll even be greeted with warm scones, homemade jam and organic wine – you’d expect no less from a luxury cottage of this calibre.

…and these are by no means all of the luxurious disabled-access properties you can rent. From disabled self-catering with wide doorways, to luxury cottages with wheelchair ramps, it’s easy to find exactly what you’re looking for on our dedicated Disabled Access Luxury Cottages page. Please make sure that you check when booking that your chosen holiday cottage is suitable for you and your family’s specific needs.

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Six award-winning luxury holiday homes in England

Posted on August 2, 2013 by admin

WHEN you book a break in an award-winning property you are guaranteed to be staying somewhere very special.

There are holiday homes recognised with gold or silver awards by tourist boards due to their high levels of hospitality and customer service.

Other luxury self-catering accommodation have green awards conferred upon them because of the actions owners have taken to minimise their impact on the environment. You can also find self-catering breaks where the venue has been recognised for quality of access for disabled people and those with impaired movement.

And then there are the five star-rated holiday properties where guests are assured of enjoying luxurious furniture, fixtures and fittings in very attractive cottages, converted homes and country mansions.

Here are some examples of outstanding award-winning properties for luxury self-catering holidays:

The Milking Parlour, Devon

This property, which dates back to 1750, has recently been renovated and can accommodate up to 16 people in six bedrooms. The Milking Parlour, which has gold awards from Green Tourism and Visit Britain, is set in 100 acres of private land and guests enjoy stunning sea views. Eco-friendly features include air source pumps, solar panels and natural spring water.

Luxury holiday home in Devon

The Milking Parlour, Devon

 

The Piggeries, Lancashire

Oozing with character, this former farm building has been transformed into a wonderful five star self-catering cottage while retaining its period features. Ideal for a romantic stay or a break for a small family – it has two bedrooms – The Piggeries has an open plan living area and designer kitchen with lovely exposed beams overhead. You can dine outside in the open gardens or gaze out at views of the Cumbrian coast or the Lake District.

Luxury holiday home in Lancashire

The Piggeries, Lancashire

 

Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

This is a gold award-winning barn conversion with impressive views of the Black Mountains. There is plenty to keep guests occupied and chilled with a games room and a tempting covered Jacuzzi overlooking the garden. Up to 16 guests can stay in eight en-suite bedrooms at Trevase Granary, which is five star rated. One of its stand-out features is a 30ft dining room with oak table and seating for 20.

Luxury holiday home in Herefordshire

Trevase Granary, Herefordshire

 

Chapel, Gloucestershire

A highly distinctive holiday home set within 27,000 acres of Royal Forest of Dean woodland and countryside, Chapel can accommodate up to four people in its two bedrooms. Dating back to the 19th century, it’s been converted from its former life as a Methodist chapel by local craftsmen. The property is five star rated with luxurious bathrooms and a gourmet kitchen.

Luxury holiday home in Gloucestershire

Chapel, Gloucestershire

 

The Coach House, Suffolk

It was built more than 350 years ago and combines wonderful historic features with plenty of luxurious mod cons. The Coach House is a gold award winning cottage with beautiful wooden floors and exposed beams throughout the property. Guests can relax in an idyllic 17th century walled garden and with one comfortable bedroom it is perfect for a romantic getaway.

Luxury holiday homes in Suffolk

The Coach House, Suffolk

 

 

Hoste Barn, Norfolk

A stunning 50ft vaulted timber-framed roof is one of the first things you notice about this five star, gold award-winning barn conversion.

Five star-rated Hoste Barn was formerly used for threshing and is part of an old grade two listed 17th century manor house.

Luxury holiday home in Norfolk

Hoste Barn, Norfolk

With accommodation for up to six people in two bedrooms, it was rescued 24 years ago and sympathetically restored. The work led to a conservation award.

 

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