The bright lights of London are all well and good, but shopping til your drop in Harrods, dining at The Ivy and partying with the champagne set at Tramp gets a little exhausting after a while.
But luckily, there are a clutch of classy hotels set amidst stunning scenery in striking distance of London and they’re ideal for a spot of rest and relaxation ̶ you’ll adore beautiful grounds where you can tree bathe, sumptuous spas, salubrious suites and fine dining restaurants.
Without further ado, let’s take a look at some luxe country hotels near London.
Whatley Manor
The charming Cotswolds market town of Malmesbury feels a million miles away from bustling London ̶ but hire a car with Enjoy Travel at London Bridge station and you can be here in just over two hours. And you can reward yourself after your scenic drive with a stay in the wonderful Whatley Manor, a grade II-listed manor with 21 delightfully decorated rooms, manicured lawns and a Michelin-starred restaurant serving Asian fusion food.
Coworth Park
Located in Berkshire’s Ascot, Coworth Park is a wonderful whitewashed 18th Century pile set in 240 acres of grounds on the perimeter of Windsor Great Park. Rooms are glam and gorgeous, with large beds, lush furnishings and ravishing roll top copper baths, with some suites in the main house and others in cute cottages that pepper the estate.
Choose relaxed meals in The Barn or Michelin-starred fare in Restaurant Coworth Park prepared by top chef Adam Smith. You might spot a random royal here too as it has a popular polo club.
Dormy House
Another classic Cotswolds residence, stay at Broadway’s Dormy House if you fancy chilling out in a beautiful rural bolthole with plenty of cosy nooks and crannies, roaring log fires, comfy retro settees and classy décor.
Every suite is decorated in its own unique way, but all display effortless elegance and many have their own hot tubs. You’ll be tempted to tuck yourself away here for the duration but please take a wander through this lovely village with its verdant valley views and famous venues like the Lygon Arms hotel.
Luton Hoo
This famous establishment is actually called Luton Hoo Hotel Golf and Spa, which pretty much spells out the main attractions. However, this 18th Century manor is much more than the sum of its parts and the amazing grounds were landscaped by the iconic Capability Brown.
There’s tennis as well as the aforementioned sports and leisure activities, if you’re a gourmet you simply must dine in the haute cuisine Wernher Restaurant or sample fabulous afternoon tea served in the plush lounges. Regarded as one of England’s finest country house hotels, spending a few days here is simply divine.
Escape to any of these classic country house hotels to recharge your batteries and you’re sure to find the entire experience terrifically therapeutic!
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