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

Just minutes away from the picturesque village of Lyndhurst, Bartley Lodge Hotel is an historic beauty, full of 18th century charm where children and pet pooches are welcome. Ideal for mid-week breaks and weekend getaways, there are 40 individually... more

Cally Palace Hotel is situated on the outskirts of the pretty village of Gatehouse of Fleet and is set in grounds of over 150 acres. Enjoy the ambience of a bygone age in this grand, opulent country mansion. All bedrooms have been furnished in... 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 Elephant Hotel - set in the bustling village of Pangbourne, beside the River Thames and minutes from the vibrant city of Reading - offers a return to the opulence of the Empire. Beautiful handcrafted Indian furniture, rich oriental rugs,... more

Langrish House is family owned 3-star country house hotel set within 14 acres of beautiful Hampshire Countryside. It provides excellent facilities for all types of breaks, celebrations, dining, conferences and weddings. The twelve en-suite bedrooms... more

Burley Manor offers something truly unique, with spectacular views of the neighbouring deer sanctuary, it really is set in the heart of the New Forest. Recently fully refurbished it is somewhere you can come to enjoy a tranquil, grown-ups only stay... 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

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

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

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

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

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

Simonstone Hall hotel is set in magnificent countryside near the market town of Hawes in Upper Wensleydale. A beautifully restored Country House Hotel with spectacular views over the dale and surrounding fell. The house is privately owned and has... more

Situated in the heart of the Isle of Purbeck, Mortons House provides the perfect centre from which to enjoy this beautiful corner of England. Built in 1590 in the shape of an 'E' to honour Queen Elizabeth I, the building has been sympathetically... more

Chewton Glen is a luxury country house hotel and spa set in 130 acres of Hampshire countryside on the edge of the New Forest National Park, and just a few minutes' walk from the sea. Chewton Glen is a proud member of Relais & Châteaux and has been... more

Shieldaig Lodge is a recently refurbished Victorian hunting lodge set in a 26,000 acre estate amongst the stunning scenery of the West Highlands nestled next to the stunning Loch Gairloch. Situated a short distance from the Highland village of... 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

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

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

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

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

Raithwaite means ‘A Hill in the Water’ in Celtic. The name conjures up visions of rolling countryside giving way to peaceful waters and burbling streams. As you walk through the Estate today, you will find all this in abundance, with stunning gardens... 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

Lydgate House is situated in 36 acres of its own grounds overlooking the East Dart river. 7 en-suite bedrooms, Guest Lounge and Restaurant ( Tuesday to Saturday ).... 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

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

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

This 18th century Grade 1 listed Mansion House has been sensitively and immaculately transformed into a five-star hotel providing a magnificent location for your wedding, honeymoon, civil partnership ceremony. The historic 1,065 acre estate at... more

Set amidst two acres of secluded gardens, Blackaddie Country House Hotel offers comfortable accommodation, excellent facilities friendly service and award-winning dining. The bedrooms each offer a different aspect, overlooking the gardens and... 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

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

The Borrowdale Gates Hotel is a luxury four star country house hotel, set in three acres of grounds, nestling amongst the rugged beauty of the stunning Borrowdale Valley, described by celebrated fell walker Wainwright as “the loveliest square mile in... more

Gibbon Bridge is situated in the heart of the Forest of Bowland and Ribble Valley overlooking the beautiful rolling fells and farmland. It has its own 23 acres of award winning gardens with a large spacious terrace overlooking the main garden or a... 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 stunning family run hotel situated by the River Taw in the heart of Devon with easy access to Exeter, Barnstaple, Dartmoor and Exmoor. The Fox & Hounds Country Hotel has been in careful hands for the last 8 years and has built up a fantastic... 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

Strand House offers intimate and unique accommodation close to the peaceful village of Winchelsea. Surrounded by glorious countryside and woodlands. There are just thirteen individually furnished bedrooms, full of character with modern facilities and... more

Step into the Bridge House hotel & restaurant, and you can sense some of the 700-year-old former priest´s house oozing its character. Thick stone walls, stone mullioned windows, ancient beams and inglenook fireplaces, makes the BridgeHouse the... more

Cornwall’s Iconic Family-Owned Hotel One of only 50 hotels in the UK to be awarded 4 Silver Stars by The AA Proud to be a 'Pride of Britain's Hotels' member Stylish, elegant and unique, The Headland Hotel and Spa is a luxury hotel with... 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

When you stay at the Belgrave Sands Hotel & Spa you can expect a quality all round service. The hotel has been confirmed as Torbays highest AA 4* rated hotel. The hotel undertook a wonderful and complete refurbishment last year so you can be... 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

A fine Grade II listed Victorian house located in the Vale of Evesham with easy access to historic Worcester, Regency Cheltenham and Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon. The Wood Norton is a boutique hotel with royal connections, having been built... 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

Glenfinnan House Hotel is located across the bay from the NT monument to Prince Charles Edward Stuart and just a 10 min walk from the famous Glenfinnan viaduct railway bridge. This fine stone mansion dating back to 1755 has traditional log fires,... 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 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

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

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

OPENING ON THE 10TH OF APRIL 2017! 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... more