This article was written for Annabel & Grace, which is now part of Rest Less.
Chewton Glen, close to the New Forest in Hampshire, is a beautifully run country house hotel with fine food, great facilities, tranquil views, handsome decor and expansive grounds. As well as being close to the New Forest there are tennis courts, a pool, a cooking school and a nine-hole golf course even closer at hand. Plus, as well as the accommodation in the main house, there’s a newly built collection of luxurious tree-house suites with outdoor private hot tubs, up high and overlooking a scenic valley. Rooms start from around £325 per night.
Last Minute Deals – Enjoy late availability short breaks in Hampshire with our LATE DATES “New Forest Special” offer, allowing you time to relax and revitalise this summer. From £142.50 per person per night including full use of the spa and leisure facilities.
The Great House
in the peaceful village of Lavenham is a delightful old county inn which is well loved by its private owners and well loved by its guests. Quiet, understated, but beautifully turned out, this five room inn offers quintessential English charm and a proper welcome. The bedrooms offer boutique-style decor – one has a Jacobean four-poster bed – as well as all the modern comforts. This is a great escape for foodies who appreciate the finer things in life. Rooms start from around £100 per night.
Autumn Midweek Escape for Two – Book a two night midweek break offer this autumn including a 3 AA rosettes dinner, bed and continental breakfasts – From £249 per night for 2 people on Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays.
The newly opened Perle Oban Hotel is right opposite Oban harbour, and its 60 smart rooms and chic suites have beautiful views and every modern comfort you might imagine. The decor – and how it fits in with the Bose speakers and Nespresso machines, has been well thought out and the 1882 restaurant champions local produce, especially steak and seafood. This is a great spot for hopping out to the nearby Hebridean islands, or exploring Scotland’s stunning West Coast. Rooms start from around £125 per night.
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The Castle Hotel is a comfortable country hotel in a beautiful hilltop location overlooking the Shropshire Hills, with central heating and safe wiring etc., but it started out as a medieval motte-and-baillie castle. The 12 bedrooms in the top of the house are all contemporary and comfortable, but it’s downstairs where you really feel the charm of the place, with snugs and bars and a venerable panelled dining room. Outside is a beautiful garden. Rooms start from around £95 per night.
30% OFF a midweek Break – Stay any midweek night (Sunday to Thursday inclusive) from October 15th 2017 to 15th February 2018 and get a whopping 30% OFF our Dinner, Bed & Breakfast rates. Prices start from just £61 per person per night, and include a three-course evening meal per person. Dogs welcome and stay free of charge.
TerraVina
is a wonderful country hideaway on the edge of the New Forest. Owned and run by Gerard Basset (who co-founded the Hotel du Vin chain), the restaurant is deliciously gourmet and the 11 rooms beautiful. Laid back and comfortable, with contemporary art, comfy beds and a heated pool, this property has views, incredible service and an impeccable wine cellar. Rooms start from around £165 per night.
Late Availability – Now and then, a special Late Availability rate of £215.00, may be available for a bedroom, 2 glasses of Prosecco, 3 course dinner from Selected menu, full English breakfast and VAT, for two people sharing. Limited dates/bedrooms available.
For more wonderful places to escape to, in the UK and further afield, check out the Hotel Guru’s other recommendations.