{"id":509,"date":"2014-04-22T13:51:31","date_gmt":"2014-04-22T13:51:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/luxury-selfcatering-accommodation.co.uk\/articles\/?p=509"},"modified":"2014-04-22T14:03:49","modified_gmt":"2014-04-22T14:03:49","slug":"best-uk-cities-for-luxury-breaks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cottagegems.com\/blog\/best-uk-cities-for-luxury-breaks\/","title":{"rendered":"Best UK Cities for Luxury Breaks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>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\u2019ve considered the available options and have come up with our Top 3 picks for the best cities in the UK for luxury holidays.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Top 3 Best UK Cities for Luxury Breaks<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_511\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.luxury-selfcatering-accommodation.co.uk\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/castle.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-511\" class=\"size-full wp-image-511\" title=\"Edinbrugh Castle\" alt=\"Edinburgh Castle\" src=\"http:\/\/www.luxury-selfcatering-accommodation.co.uk\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/castle.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-511\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Edinburgh&#8217;s Historical Castle<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>1. Edinburgh<\/strong><br \/>\nEdinburgh 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\u2019re 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.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>2.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Bath<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_513\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.luxury-selfcatering-accommodation.co.uk\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/curved-houses.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-513\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-513 \" alt=\"Bath's fine architecture\" src=\"http:\/\/www.luxury-selfcatering-accommodation.co.uk\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/curved-houses-300x198.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"198\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-513\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fine architecture of Bath<\/p><\/div>\n<p>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\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0York<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>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\u2019t miss Betty\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>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. 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