Luxury, 4 Star and 5 Star Hotels with Wildlife, Bird Watching in the UK

Tregenna Castle Resort is a family-friendly destination in Cornwall offering hotel and self-catering accommodation and a wealth of facilities and activities. Overlooking the picturesque seaside town of St Ives and with a choice of magnificent beaches... more

Welcome to The Leathes Head, a luxury eleven bedroomed Edwardian Country House Hotel, situated in the unspoilt Borrowdale Valley and Cumbria Tourism Small Hotel of the Year 2016 Winners. The hotel is set amongst three acres of private grounds and... more

Originally built as a private mansion house, this Grade II listed building combines the magnificence of a bygone era, with the luxurious facilities of a modern hotel. All 113 exquisite bedrooms are individually-styled with views of the... more

Boringdon Hall Hotel & Spa is a 5* Elizabethan Manor House situated on the edge of Dartmoor and just ten minutes from the coastal city of Plymouth. Home to the award-winning Gaia Spa and the 3 Rosette Gallery Restaurant. ... more

If cosy, fireside Scottish country house living is your idea of holiday bliss, you may wish to make a booking at Kilcamb Lodge. Make the ferry crossing to Ardnamurchan, an unspoilt Highland idyll on the most western peninsula of Britain, to reach... more

Speech House Hotel is set in an ideal location for exploring The Royal Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire and The Wye Valley In Herefordshire. Offering a selection of comfortable room types from twins, doubles, romantic four posters, family bedrooms... more

Culdearn House is a lovely Victorian villa built in 1860, privately owned and is situated in the heart of Speyside. It has retained many original features including marble fireplaces, cornice ceilings and barley twist panelling and has six luxury... more

The luxurious Lainston House Hotel is a charming 5 star 17th century country house, encapsulated in 63 acres of Hampshire parkland. You will enter a world where historic charm and contemporary elegance blend seamlessly. An irresistible fusion of the... more

The Norfolk Mead Hotel,a former merchant's house, is approached via a secluded driveway leading to this lovely Georgian country house on a quiet edge of the Norfolk Broads. The first thing that strikes you is the intensely silent view down to the... more

The Arundell Arms exudes warmth and comfort and in small thoughtful things such as the home-made chocolates placed in the sitting room for the guests after dinner and the vases of fresh flowers. In the restaurant, guests are treated to a dining... more

A Northumbrian 4 Red Star hotel built in 1818, Doxford Hall is perfect for weddings, conferences, leisure breaks and dining, The first reference to the parish of Doxford goes back to 1296 when a Thomas de Doxford was named in a muster roll and... more

Situated just 3.2 kms from the city centre of Chester, this 4-star country-house hotel is set within nice grounds. With free Wi-Fi and free parking, Brook Mollington Banastre Hotel & Spa has an indoor swimming pool, a sauna, gym, hot tub, squash... more

The Petersham is a stunning privately owned 4-star hotel, proudly overlooking the River Thames and surrounding Meadows. Built in 1865, the hotel is rich in history, yet progressive in approach, offering first-class hospitality. With 58 elegant... more

Mar Hall hotel has fifty three lavishly designed bedrooms and suites leaving you spoilt for choice. You will experience dramatic colour schemes in this truly magnificent gothic mansion. In The Cristal fine dining room, shades of gold and cream set... more

The Seaview Hotel & Restaurant is, not surprisingly, situated adjacent to the sea in the picturesque sailing village of Seaview, on the North East Coast of the Isle of Wight. There's a variety of accommodation available from hotel rooms to suites... more

The Castle Hotel is located in a quiet square in the small market town of Bishop's Castle, midway between Shrewsbury and Ludlow. In the heart of the Shropshire Hills there is much to explore, both in Shropshire and neighbouring Wales. It is... more

Trigony House Hotel is a luxury, relaxed Dog friendly country house hotel set in 4 acres of mature garden & woodland, a reputation for excellent award winning food & Service. With a lovely Garden Spa with Holistic treatment room & exclusive use Hot... more

Dunalastair Hotel Suites is a privately owned Victorian hotel, located in the village square of Kinloch Rannoch, on the edge of Loch Rannoch and the 'Schiehallion' mountain. The suites have been designed with style and comfort in mind. Decorated... more

At the heart of Cruden Bay, steeped in history. With BRAM STOKER a regular visitor in the late 1800's this small but perfectly formed 14 bedroom hotel prides itself on locally sourced traditional fayre with a modern twist. With the world renowned... more

Strand House is a historic Tudor house set in farmland on the edge of the preserved town of Winchelsea. It has a wide selection of bedrooms in both modern and Tudor styles, a lounge, bar and dining room. Strand House is dog-friendly with three ground... more

Down Hall Hotel is one of England’s most established country house hotels. Located in Hatfield Heath, near Bishop’s Stortford on the Hertfordshire and Essex border, Relax the body, soothe the soul and lift the spirit during your stay at Down Hall... more

The Devonshire Fell is a luxuriously styled 16 bedroom hotel in the Yorkshire Dales, Skipton. Set close to Bolton Abbey, this hotel offers exquisite comfort and stunning views of the countryside, providing you with a unique experience for any... more

Located on the stunning shores of Loch Linnhe with the mountains beyond, this luxury hotel never disappoints. With it's award-winning dinners and whisky macs before bedtime, you’ve got a picture of Airds Hotel on the West Coast of Scotland. This... more

In the heart of Sussex, this magnificent Georgian Palladian mansion, set in 312 acres of superb parkland roamed by fallow deer and traversed by the River Uck, has played host to the rich and famous for centuries. Every single one of the forty four... more

Flackley Ash Hotel and Restaurant nestles deep in the Sussex countryside, surrounded by beautiful woodland and rolling fields, on the outskirts of the historic town of Rye. A fusion of old and new, with a relaxed and informal atmosphere. The forty... more

The 5 Red Star, 3 AA Rosette Bovey Castle, owned by the Eden Hotel Collection has recently received a £2 million restoration and refurbishment with the renovation of the entire ground floor completed in early 2015. The transformation has included... more

Over the past six months Barnett Hill has undergone a significant transformation and we are delighted to introduce our new look, newly rated 4-star hotel. Our manor house has been lovingly renovated with all of our guest facilities newly modernised... more

In tranquil surroundings, this Grade II heritage-listed 16th century house is now a charming boutique hotel with picturesque gardens, an 18 hole golf course and relaxing spa. The exquisitely furnished guest rooms are spacious, bright & airy. For that... more

The Ollerod is a stunning 13th-century country house, situated in the heart of picturesque Beaminster in Dorset. The hotel boasts a modern restaurant, beautiful walled garden, a cosy bar and lounge, covered terrace and 14 individually designed... more

Years of history and the chic yet sympathetic refurbishment of a traditional watermill combine to offer an exceptional experience in the Suffolk countryside. If you're looking for something more than the usual boutique hotel, restaurant or wedding... more

For over 100 years the Lake Vyrnwy Hotel has been offering some of the best hotel views in Wales. The Victorian reservoir immediately below this purpose-built hotel is a birdwatcher’s delight, offering sightings of goshawks, peregrines, buzzards and... more

South Sands Boutique Hotel has 22 bedrooms and 5 Beach Suites (accommodating up to 6 people), located on South Sands Beach, Salcombe. The room categories are named after sailing boats and the décor matches this theme. The Hotel also has a... more

Enjoy a romantic break at one of the most enchanting, unique retreats imaginable at the 5 Star award-winning Enchanted Manor which provides first-class facilities including deluxe suites with own lounge area, flat screen TV's and DVD's. Bathrooms... more

The Noel Arms Hotel is steeped in history dating back to possibly the English Civil War. Today it offers friendly, relaxed accommodation with an excellent restaurant and bar. The bedrooms offer all home comforts with a four-poster bedroom with a 17th... more

The Devonshire Arms Hotel and Spa, located at the Gateway to the Yorkshire Dales at Bolton Abbey, is one of England’s favourite hotels. Before becoming a hotel, the building was once used as a 17th century inn. Traditions of a warm welcome and fine... more

Eshott Hall is an elegant boutique property designed to give the discerning guest a taste of country house living making it the perfect Exclusive Wedding venue in Northumberland. Located between Morpeth and Alnwick, we are set within beautiful... more

Auchrannie Resort is the Isle of Arran's premier holiday resort. Conveniently located just a short walk from Brodick terminal the resort offers award-winning facilities including 3 restaurants, leisure centres, adventure centre and spa - not to... more

If you are looking for boutique chic by the sea, The Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant ticks all the right boxes. For those partial to a drink or two its revered wine list, complemented by award-winning food, is reason enough to book a room, while for... more

Cobo Bay Hotel combines award-winning cuisine and accommodation on Guernsey’s scenic west coast, just 3 miles away from the island’s capital, St. Peter Port, making it the perfect location for family holidays, short breaks and romantic getaways in... more

The Grove hotel is set in 300 acres of parkland and gardens. The former home of the Earls of Clarendon, has been sympathetically restored and stunningly recreated. 217 luxurious guest rooms offer stunning views over the estate. Interiors range from... more

19th Century Georgian Splendour - Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa is a magnificent country house hotel set in 38 acres of beautiful grounds and gardens near Nantwich, Cheshire. This Georgian mansion has retained much of the ‘Old Hall’ charm with cosy... more

This Highland retreat fulfills many people’s dream: a warm, welcoming place where you can sip drinks by a crackling fire after an active day in the beautiful wilderness. The Altnaharra Hotel is a 14-bedroom property that delivers this by staying true... more

Ty'n Rhos is a 5* Country House & Restaurant is located in Snowdonia, offering stylish country house accommodation with a fine dining restaurant and friendly welcoming ambience. Ty'n Rhos has log fires, luxury bedding, towels, toiletries &... more

A former coaching inn set on the River Taw, the Fox & Hounds Country hotel offers comfortable and generous accommodation with good old fashioned friendly service. Dogs are welcome and there are 6 acres of grounds to explore... more

The Montagu Arms Hotel provides a wonderful retreat, a place of serenity from the hustle and bustle, a great base to explore the beautiful New Forest and an indulgent treat for you and your loved ones.... more

So, you purr through the Dartmoor countryside and roll up at Highbullen, the spectacular Mole valley views your backdrop. For a treat, you have booked the master bedroom, a frothy confection of French antique furniture, and have asked for champagne... more

Dalhousie Castle Hotel & Aqueous Spa is a fascinating 13th century fortress set within acres of wooded parkland on the picturesque banks of the river Esk. A rich tapestry of arts and culture has created twenty seven beautiful bedrooms. Period... more

The Traddock is an elegant Georgian country hotel set in the magnificent scenery of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The village of Austwick is nestled at the base of Ingleborough, one of the areas three famous peaks and offers spectacular scenery.... more

Washingborough Hall is a family run, beautiful listed Georgian manor house located in the peaceful village of Washingborough. Over two hundred years old, it has retained its grandiose appearance, yet has been modernised to cater for the requirements... more

4 AA Star listed Georgian country house situated in 400 acres in the heart of Fife with 2 restaurants, therapy treatments and golf course. Balbirnie is a small luxury Georgian country house hotel situated within 400 acres of beautiful parkland, by... more