20 of the Best Grand Houses, Manors & Castles in the UK
The British Isles are steeped in history and dotted with fantastic historic castles, stately homes and grand houses. We have put together a collection of 20 of our favourites which you can stay in.
20 of the Best Grand Houses, Manors & Castles in the UK
6th September 2018
The British Isles are steeped in history and dotted with fantastic historic castles, stately homes and grand houses. We have put together a collection of 20 of our favourites which you can stay in. Perfect for group gatherings and family occasions - Lord (or Lady) it up at one of these extraordinary places to stay...
Cotswold Manor
Temple Guiting - Gloucestershire
Sleeps 10
15th century Cotswold Manor, steeped in English history, beautifully refurbished and available for exclusive use for anyone seeking a discrete country retreat.
Danehill House
Danehill - Sussex
Sleeps 13
Stylish and artistic, a wonderful celebration home with a rock edged heated pool, in the heart of the Sussex countryside, close to Ashdown Forest.
Aikwood Tower
Selkirk - Scottish Borders
Sleeps 10
An intimate, historic and beautiful tower, looking out over stunning Scottish landscapes; homely inside, with vast countryside outdoors to discover.
Cowley Manor
Cowley - Gloucestershire
Sleeps Up to 4 per room
Cowley Manor - A country house hotel fused with award-winning contemporary design and architecture, Victorian cascades, lakes and gardens that inspired Alice in Wonderland, and a modern spa, all hidden in a secluded Cotswold valley.
Tawstock Castle
Barnstaple - Devon
Sleeps 8
Stay in this bailey castle atop a rounded hilltop with 360 degree Devonshire views for you, your friends and family to enjoy.
Old Purves Hall
Greenlaw - Scottish Borders
Sleeps 12
A 16th century peel tower guarding the beautiful Scottish Borders, finished with a classic, country elegance for timeless celebrations…
Belle Isle Castle
Enniskillen - County Fermanagh
Sleeps 26
Space is in abundance at this grand, countryside house, with an opulent interior and a beautiful, sunken garden outside.
Blencowe Hall
Penrith - Cumbria
Sleeps 24
Blencowe Hall is a luxurious Grade I listed fortified manor house transformed by award-winning restoration work in Cumbria.
Thornbridge Manor
nr Great Longstone - Derbyshire
Sleeps 24
A stunning country manor house with lawned gardens, children's play area and even a tennis court, set beside the popular Monsal Trail.
The Old Hall
Saxlingham Nethergate - Norfolk
Sleeps 18
Wander the gardens, swim in the private pool and enjoy the luxury of a quintessential Elizabethan country house that’s perfect for large groups.
The Old Millhouse
Dalkeith - Midlothian
Sleeps 10
An historic, country house with exclusive, five-star luxuries; set in a peaceful sanctuary just a few miles from Edinburgh…
Sibton Park Manor
Sibton - Suffolk
Sleeps 24
A grand, Georgian manor in a classic, Suffolk estate, where you can enjoy hearty country pursuits and genteel soirees…
Battel Hall
Leeds - Kent
Sleeps 10 (+ 4 in the Oast)
Indulge in lavish feasting banquets and genteel soirees at this grand, medieval manor house beside Kent’s impressive Leeds Castle Estate…
Contemporary Castle
Callander - Stirling
Sleeps 26
Bold, artistic and truly unique, this classic Scottish castle in The Trossachs is a contemporary masterpiece.
The Old Manse of Blair
Pitlochry - Perthshire
Sleeps 16
The Old Manse of Blair is a listed Scottish country house available for exclusive use. 5 star indulgence in the beautiful Cairngorms.
Hencote Grange
Shrewsbury - Shropshire
Sleeps 12
Stunning décor, luxurious features throughout, and sleeping 12; Shropshire's Hencote Grange is perfect for that special gathering.
Vicarage House
Great Hockham - Thetford
Sleeps 15
A beautiful Georgian home in the rural scenes of Norfolk, with landscaped gardens, a tennis court and a heated outdoor pool…
Mears Ashby Hall
Mears Ashby - Northamptonshire
Sleeps 18
Northamptonshire Jacobean holiday mansion offering unrivalled luxury - Relax in the hot tub, grab a book from the library, or enjoy a game of tennis on the court.
Heathfield House
Holmsley - Hampshire
Sleeps 24
A luxury manor house, with excellent concierge services- this elegant manor house is the perfect place for a special celebration.
Howe Villa
Richmond - Yorkshire
Sleeps 13
Feel right at home in this elegant, stately six-bedroom listed property in Richmond, North Yorkshire. Stunning scenery including beautiful grounds makes a great extra.
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