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Self-Drive - England, Scotland and Wales
Our independent Great Britain travel program gives you the freedom to explore history-steeped market towns, idyllic villages, and the glorious gardens of England, Scotland and Wales. Explore rugged landscape and remote isles made famous by Thomas Hardy, Burns, Wordsworth and the Brontë sisters. You may combine B&B's, Scottish farmhouses, English country homes, Welsh hotels, manors and even romantic castles in Scotland to form your perfect vacation! We have castles in England, castles in Scotland, castles in Wales, and car rental throughout Britain.

Whether you choose an Edwardian country home, or a medieval castle, all the accommodations we recommend for you will be up to your standards - and ours. Select from mix of Regency heritage or vintage Edwardian, hand-picking and approving the hotels that we use for your enjoyment and comfort on each and every travel prgram. Why not enjoy a luxury stay in a fabulous manor, stylish country house or luxury castle? Our accommodations are selected for their superior service, warm and friendly staff, superb locations and fine cuisine. As our guest, you can be confident that we will custom-design your itinerary with delightful and very special accommodations. If you would like to stay at an unusual out-of-the way hotel or inn not listed here, please ask. We will be happy to plan any itinerary for you, the way you want it.

Custom Tour: Tell us your requirements and we will create a Great Britain vacation package and itinerary just for you! FLEXIBLE & CUSTOM: With all of our British vacation packages, you can customize them to best suit your needs. Your British travel consultant will work with you to arrange the best possible vacation.  

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Self Drive England with Manors & Castles

Self Drive England, Scotland and Wales Price Includes:
  • Self-drive Alamo car with unlimited mileage and tax. Large cars, minibuses and automatics are available. You can prepay your car insurance, and we recommend that you do. NEW! No charge for a 2nd driver in the UKPlease see the Car Information page.
  • Accommodations at your choice of B&B's, and British hotels, inns, castles or manors. All accommodations are with private bath. A booklet with addresses and phone numbers is included with your travel documents. Choose some from each category for maximum flexibility.
  • Vouchers are provided for each night of your stay. If you purchase B&B's, we reserve the first night for you near your arrival city, at our choice of property, unless you specify otherwise. Afterwards, you call ahead to make reservations, or if you prefer, we will reserve them all before you go for a charge of $20.00 per person per reservation. Stay for any number of nights at any property. At British hotels, inns, castles or manors, we reserve them all in advance. Open vouchers are NOT available for British hotels, inns, castles or manors.
  • Full hearty breakfast is served each day. This may include home-baked breads, farm-fresh eggs, cereal, sausage and bacon. (Continental in Edinburgh and London.)
  • Value-Added Tax (V.A.T.) and service charges.
  • Passport Case with "What You Need To Know Before You Go"
  • Lynott Tours Baggage Strap
  • Travel Insurance is available from $25 per person.
  • Rent a cellphone for $39.


Bonus Stay 7 nights: Travel pack including Great Britain travel guide book, touring suggestions, and more
Winding lanes of Britain

Bed and Breakfasts & Farmhouses and Country Homes (B&B's) - Just Go Driving
Choose from 320 exceptional homes scattered throughout the country - many are working farms and even date as far back as the 14th century. Some are half-timbered, while others boast solid stone walls. In each you will be welcomed as an honored guest and a friend of the family. Select from B&B's, and private guesthouses located throughout Scotland. There are too many to list here, (currently at 320 properties, mostly in Scotland, but we have about 100 in England and Wales) but we have them in or near most towns and villages. FREE 270 PAGE DETAILED JOURNEY PLANNER**** offering practical tips to enhance your client’s holiday and to help with route and itinerary planning. The planner also contains full information on each property. The following are per person per night and payable directly to B&B's for open vouchers. We recommend pre-booking B&B's for large parties, and for all persons in July/August. There is a supplement of $29 per person per night payable for Edinburgh properties in August. We would instead recommend hotels in August in Edinburgh.
Hever Castle
What our clients say about this program:
"We booked our first trip to Ireland through Lynott in 1987 and were very pleased. I chose Lynott over others as your packages were a better value and much more affordable without sacrificing quality."

"It has been a few weeks since we returned from Scotland. Just wanted to let you know that we had a wonderful time and that the people were very friendly. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and thank you for your help. We plan on returning to Scotland in a few years."

--- James Brown (no, not that James Brown) 

British Hotels,Manors Castles and Inns
We have the widest selection - a choice of over 500 hotels, castles, inns and manors in every corner of England, Scotland and Wales. All rooms include private bath.
Best Western Hotels and Inns - refreshingly different hotel experience at distinctive hotels - There are nearly 300 hotels, and inns, all rated 3 or 4 star. All are privately owned, dedicated to providing individual care and attention, excellent food and wines. Best Western hotels in the UK reflect the personal tastes of the owners. They include centuries old inns to modern hotels, manors and inns, so you can't fail to find the right place. This category must be pre-reserved.
Silver Hotels - These are our specially hand-picked properties, which have all the charm and sophistication of our higher priced category, but one set price for all. You must pre-reserve this category. These hidden treasures can be found in idyllic settings - everywhere from wooded glens and lakeshore retreats to remote fishing villages and small market towns. This category must be pre-reserved.
Romantic Castles, Hotels and Inns - These are top class 4 and 5 star properties, world-renowned for their high standards of quality and service. They are unique, charming properties, ranging from Edwardian townhouses to 17th century hunting lodges and deluxe medieval castles. We have castles in England, castles in Scotland, castles in Wales and manors throughout Britain. This category must be pre-reserved.

Family Friendly

PRICE PER PERSON PER NIGHT   7 NIGHTS OR MORE     DAILY DEPARTURES    
  2 OR 3 PERSONS       TWO TWINS OR TW/TPL SINGLE CHILD
        4 OR 5 PERSONS THREE TWINS SUPPLEMENT ALL
  APR-OCT NOV 09   APR-OCT NOV 09 ALL YEAR YEAR
    MAR 10     MAR 10    
BED & BREAKFASTS 83 83   75 75 22 27
BEST WESTERN #@ 118 118   81 81 81 79
SILVER CATEGORY 167 167   170 170 145 170
         4 OR 5 PERSONS   SINGLE CHILD
up to 6 nights  2 OR 3 PERSONS         SUPPLEMENT ALL
  APR-OCT NOV 09   APR-OCT NOV 09 ALL YEAR YEAR
    MAR 10     MAR 10    
BED & BREAKFASTS 94 94   82 82 22 27
BEST WESTERN #@ 132 132   81 81 81 79
SILVER CATEGORY 171 171   170 170 145 170
$29 SUPPLEMENT PER PERSON PER NIGHT ON JUST GO SCOTLAND FOR EDINBURGH ACCOMMODATIONS.
THERE IS A 71 SUPPLEMENT PER PERSON PER NIGHT ON BEST WESTERN HOTELS MARKED WITH A #

All London hotel, and all Edinburgh hotels in August have supplements.
ROMANTIC from $200 per night. Please ask.
We suggest that you book your own airfare. We charge a service fee of $40 to issue tickets. The air prices are for general information only and not a reflection of current seat availability. Airfare is subject to change unless ticketed.

NEW! We can accept payments in US dollars, euros and pounds sterling. Please ask for our wire transfer details.

Bed and Breakfasts & Farmhouses and Country Homes (B&B's) : Child rate applies when sharing room with 2 adults. Not available at all properties. We recommend pre-booking B&B's for large parties, and for all persons in July/August. Some properties have a $8 per person per night supplement. THERE IS A $29 SUPPLEMENT PER PERSON PER NIGHT ON JUST GO SCOTLAND FOR EDINBURGH ACCOMMODATIONS. You must pre-book a first night with us. That's where your B&B vouchers are delivered. Grapevine, StowBest Western Hotels and Inns: All rooms are with bath. Up to two children under 12 may share with two adults. Silver and Romantic Hotels:All must be pre-reserved. At some hotels, a maximum of 2 children, up to and not including the age of 12 years may be accommodated sharing a room with two adults. In the event that a child occupies a single room or shares a room with 1 adult, the child will be charged as an adult and the extra charges will be payable. Children are not accepted at many properties.
Airfare varies by departure date. Please ask for our low-cost air inclusive rates from all major cities. Vouchersmay not be changed from one category to another while traveling. Click herefor vouchers only, without a car.
Heritage Pass:
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Hotel List: This is a pgrtial list. If you do not see a particular hotel here, please ask.



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B&B's
Some of our choices:
Yorkshire
Cheshire
Stratford
Midlands
Bath
Oxford
Cambridge
Kent
Wales
N. England
Carlisle
Darlington
Harrogate
Hesgate Mewmarket
Lake District Keswick
Kendal
Kilburn
Penrith
Pickering
Windermere
York

SCOTLAND

Aberdeen
Aberfeldy

Aberlour
Allenton
Ardrossan
Arran

Aultbea
Aviemore
Ayr
Ballachulish

Ballater
Balloch
Balquidder Beauly
Benderloch
Biggar

Blackburn
Blairgowrie
Brechin
Bridge of Cally

Cairndow

Callander
Crieff
Crail
Culloden
Dalkeith
Dollar
Drumnadrochit
Dufftown
Dumbarton

Dumfries
Dunblane
Dundee
Dunfermline

Dunkeld
Durness
Edinburgh
Edzell
Forres
Fort William
Gairloch
Galashiels
Glasgow
Glenrothes
Grantown
Hawick
Hillswick

Inverary
Inverkeithing
Inverness
Islay

Isle of Lewis
Isle of Mull

Isle of Mull
Isle of Skye
John O'Groats
Kilburn
Kingussie
Kirkwall
Kirkaldy
Kyle of Lochalsh
Laide
Lairg
Lanark
Largs
Linthlithgow
Lochgilphead
Melrose

Muir of Ord
Moffat
Nairn

Newtonmore
Oban
Orkney

Penrith
Perth
Pitlochry
Portree
Selkirk

Spean Bridge
St. Andrews
Shetland

Stirling
Stonehaven

Stornaway
Stranraer
Tarbert

Thurso
Uig

Ullapool
Western Isles

Wick

 
BEST WESTERN INNS, MANORS & HOTELS
ENGLAND
Bath/Bristol
Abbey #
Cliffe @

Leigh Park #
Limpley Stoke
Victoria Square
Birmingham
Westley

Brighton
Brighton

Princes Marine

Cambridge
Quy Mill #

Canterbury
Abbots Barton #
Chester
Llyndir Hall

Westminster #
Queen #
Molington Banastre#

Colchester
Marks Tey

Stoke by Nayland
Rose & Crown Hotel@

Cotswolds
Queen's Hotel Cheltenham

Wroxton
Banbury#


Darlington
Walworth Castle Hotel#


Devon & Cornwall
Duke of Cornwall

Hotel Gleneagles
Lord Haldon Country House

Ipswich
Claydon Country House
Gatehouse
Ufford Park

Kent
Royal Victoria Hotel

Russell Hotel
Churchill Hotel & Health Club
Rose And Crown #


Lake District
Ambleside Salutation
Burn How Garden House
Castle Green
Castle Inn
Grasmere Red Lion

Lancaster
Royal Kings Arms


Leeds
Merrion
Milford


London#
Bromley Court
Cumberland
Boltons @
Burns#
Corona
The Cromwell Hotel
Delmere Hotel#
John Howard Hotel #
Lodge
Mornington
Mostyn@
Shaftesbury Hotel @
Shaftesbury Kensington@
Shaftesbury Paddington@
Swiss Cottage
Victoria Palace @



London Gatwick
Gatwick Moat House


London Heathrow
Master Robert

Lincoln
Bentley


Liverpool
Alicia


Manchester
Princess on Portland @

Willowbank #

Nottingham
Bestwood Lodge
Westminster


Norwich
Annesley House
George


Oxford
Linton Lodge


Portsmouth
Royal Beach


Preston
Garstang Country
Leyland Park
Preston International

Southport
Royal Clifton
Stutelea


Salisbury/Stonehenge
Red Lion Hotel#
Donnington Manor

Blunsdon House @
Sudbury House
Wiltshire

Stoke on Trent
Stoke on Trent Moat House
@

Stratford upon Avon
Salford Hall

Grosvenor Hotel

York
Dean Court @

York Pavillion #
Kilima @
Monkbar @


Yorkshire
Ardsley House#
Reeds #
Crown #
Guide Post
Mount Pleasant#
Bell in Driffield #
Cedar Court @
Willerby Manor@
Rombalds
Forest And Vale
Rogerthorpe Manor #
Ripon Spa@
Consort
Mosborough Hall

SCOTLAND
Dumfries
Hetland Hall

Station

Dundee
Invercarse#

Queens @Woodlands#

Edinburgh
(higher prices apply in August)

Braid Hills Hotel
Bruntsfield Hotel #
Edinburgh Capital #
Edinburgh City #



Glasgow
Garfield

Glasgow City Hotel

Inverness/Loch Ness

Imperial
Inverness Palace
@
Lochardil #
Windsor Hotel
Isle of Arran
Kinloch Hotel

Loch Lomond
Winnock Hotel


Perth
Huntingtower Hotel
Queens Hotel


WALES

Betws Y Coed
Waterloo

Brigend

Heronston

Carmarthen
Diplomat Hotel
Cardiff area
New House Country Hotel
Mount Sorrel Hotel #
St. Mellons Hotel #
Chepstow
Royal George


Holyhead/Snowdonia area
Bulkeley #


Lampeter

Falcondale Mansion

Newport
Parkway Hotel

Swansea

Aberavon Beach Hotel
Pembroke
Lamphey Court Hotel & Spa


Wrexham
Cross Lanes
George Crawley
#
SILVER
ENGLAND
Bath
Hilton Bath City
Mercure Francis

Brighton
Hilton Metropole

Birmingham
Jurys Inn


Chester
Llyndir Hall Hotel & Spa


Cotswolds/Stratford
Henley
Hilton Warwick
Mercure Shakespeare
Mercure Brandon Hall
Coventry Mercure
Whately Hall
Whitehorse

Devon & Cornwall

Isle of Man
Hilton

Kent
Hilton Maidstone

Lake District
Castle Inn
Waterside

London
Hilton Docklands
Hilton Euston
Hilton Hyde Park
Hilton Islington
Hilton Kensington
Hilton Olympia
Jurys Inn Chelsea
Jurys Inn Islington Victoria Palace Hotel

London Area & Airports Grim's Dyke
Hilton Gatwick Airport
Hilton Stansted Airport
Jurys Inn Croydon
Jurys Inn Heathrow

Manchester
Jurys Inn Manchester
Hilton Deansgate
Hilton Airport

Northern England
Craiglands
Crown
Hilton Newcastle
Jurys Newcastle
Lumley Castle

Oxford
Eastgate Hotel

Plymouth
Astor
Jurys Plymouth

Salisbury
White Hart

Southampton
Hilton
Jurys

Windsor
Mercure Castle Windsor

York
Hilton

SCOTLAND
Aberdeen
Hilton Treetops

Marriott
Mercure Ardoe House


Dundee
Hilton Dundee


Edinburgh
Apex European


Apex City
Bonham
Channings
Clarendon
Express HI
City Express HI
Leith Frederick House
Hilton Airport
Hilton Grosvenor
Holiday Inn North
Holyrood
Jurys Inn
Malmaison
Marriott
Melvin House
Old Waverley
Piries
Royal Scots
Royal Terrace
Thistle
Marriott Dalmahoy

Ft. William/Oban
Ballachulish


Glasgow
City Inn
Express HI Riverside
Express HI Theatreland
Jurys Inn
Hilton Grosvenor
Hilton Glasgow
Millennium
Quality Central
Park Inn
Ramada Jarvis
Thistle

Nr. Glasgow
Bowfield

Northern Highlands
Dornoch Castle
Swallow
Mansfield Castle
Norseman

West Highland
Ft. William/Oban
Alexandra
Ballachulish

Isles of Glencoe
Spean Bridge

Inverness
Columba
Royal Highland

Aviemore
Highlands
Boat
Craigellachie
Glenmoriston
Lovat Arms

Isle of Mull/Argyl/Oban
Argyll
Falls of Lora
Isle of Mull Hotel
Knipoch
Loch Fyne
Stonefield Castle
Townhouse

Pitlochry
Atholl Palace

Loch Lomond/Trossachs
Perth
Scotland's

St. Andrews/Fife
Fernie Castle
Scores

Express HI Dunfermline

Inn at Lathones

Shetland
Queens
Shetland Hotel

Skye
Portree

WALES
Brecon
Craig-y-Nos Castle

Cardiff

Hilton
Park Inn
Cardiff Inn
Heritage Park

Carmathen
Ivy Bush

Conwy
Empire P

Llanelli
Stradey Park

Mid Wales
Lake Vyrnwy
Mold
Beaufort Park
Nr. Chester
Ruthin Castle Hotel    
Grapevine

  Ballachulish
ROMANTIC
ENGLAND Bath/Bristol/Somerset
Bath Priory
Thornbury Castle

Chester
Chester Grosvenor

Cotswolds/Stratford
Buckland Manor
Lords of the Manor
Lower Slaughter Manor P
Lygon Arms P

Devon & Cornwall
Holne Chase

Durham
Lumley Castle

Kent
Ashdown Park

Lake District
Linthwaite

London
Conrad London
London Hilton
Hilton Canary Wharf
Hilton Green Park
Hilton London Heathrow
Hilton Metropole
Hilton Paddington
Hilton Park Lane
Hilton London Tower Bridge
Trafalgar Hilton
Jurys Clifton Ford
Jurys Great Russell
Waldorf Hilton
Goring
Lanesborough

Somerset
Plumber Manor

Southampton
Chewton Glen

Windsor
Oakley Court
Sir Christopher Wren's House

Yorkshire
Middlethorpe Hall

SCOTLAND
Aberdeen
Balgonie
Banchory Lodge
Craigellachie
Culdearn House
Kildrummy Castle
Maryculter House
Norwood Hal
Pittodrie

Borders
Cringletie
Glenapp Castle
Knockinaam Lodge
Roxburghe

Edinburgh
Balmoral
Carlton
Chester Residence
George
Glasshouse
Le Monde
Roxburghe
Scotsman
Sheraton Grand
Caledonian Hilton
Grosvenor
Howard P

Edinburgh area
Borthwick Castle
Dalhousie Castle


Glasgow
Marriott
Radisson SAS

Nr. Glasgow
Culcreuch Castle

Isle of Mull/Argyl
Airds
Ardanaiseig
Isle of Eriska
Taychreggan

Northern Highlands
Glenmorangie
Loch Torridon

West Highland/Isle of Skye
Cuillin Hills
Eilean Iarmain
Inverlochy Castle

Inverness Bunchrew
Castle Stuart
Culloden
Marriott
Ramada Jarvis

Loch Ness/Speyside
Coul House

Knockomie
Muchrach
Tulloch Castle

Isle of Lewis
Cabarfeidh

Isle of Mull
Western Isles
Loch Lomond
Cameron House P
Inverbeg


Perth
Gleneagles

St. Andrews/Fife
Balbirnie
Carnoustie Golf
GreywallsCraigsanquhar
Fairmont
Old Course
Rusacks
Rufflets


Troon/Prestwick
Barcelo Marine Highland
Westin Turnberry

WALES
Betws-y-Coed
Tan-y-Foel

Brecon
Llangoed Hall

Cardiff area
Lake Country House
Miskin Manor

Conwy
Bodysgallen Hall
Castle
Penmaenuchaf

Mid Wales
Portmeirion
Deldraeth

Snowdonia
Plas Penhelig
Maes-y-Neuadd

Swansea
Fairyhill
  Linthwaite House

  Bath Priory
 
Chester Grosvenor
 Dalhousie Castle
 
Borthwick Castle
 
Howard, Edinburgh

manor  castle


Why use vouchers?
If you would like the ease of traveling without having to carry cash to pay for accommodation, you may wish to purchase our Accommodation Vouchers. You simply decide each evening where you will be heading the next day and phone ahead for a reservation. Should problems arise finding accommodation when in Scotland, contact our local office, or seek advice and assistance from your B&B host/hostess. She/he will assist in booking subsequent night/nights for the cost of a telephone call. We do not recommend purchasing B&B vouchers in Edinburgh. An inexpensive hotel provides a wider choice of accommodation, and would be more readily available. Click here for vouchers only, without a car.

 

Some Recommendations: Choose from castles in England, castles in Scotland, and castles in Wales.

Airth Castle

The Airth Castle Hotel was built some time after 1488. The Hotel has a fully equipped health center, which includes a gymnasium, sauna, steam room, solarium and indoor swimming pool. The Radisson SAS Airth Castle & Hotel Stirlingshire lies within easy reach of the historic city of Stirling, and the Scottish capital city of Edinburgh

Borthwick Castle

Borthwick Castle

Only twelve miles from Edinburgh in a pastoral valley, this romantic castle stands on the summit of a knoll on the periphery of the romantic Borders immortalized by Sir Walter Scott. Borthwick Castle built in 1430 was once the refuge of Mary Queen of Scots and the Earl of Bothwell. All the bedchambers, tastefully furnished in period style. Guests will wonder at the miracle of the stone mason's art embodied in the spiral staircases, the fourteen foot thickness of the walls and the magnificent twin towers which stand 100 feet high from the dungeons to the battlements.

Dornoch Castle

All 18 bedrooms are tastefully decorated with a strong emphasis on comfort, tranquillity but still having that baronial home feel about it. There are Superior Castle Rooms, Castle Rooms and Garden Rooms and there are several rooms of individual character. Many rooms which overlook the formal walled gardens and have wonderful views of the Dornoch Firth and to the hills beyond.

DalhousieDalhousie Castle

The castle has 29 stylishly appointed standard castle rooms, all with private bathrooms. All Castle rooms are non-smoking. Aqueous at Dalhousie offers an excellent range of Spa treatments.

Themed rooms at Dalhousie Castle:

Robert the Bruce William de Ramsay swore fealty to King Edward for his lands of Dalhousie. He later joined King Robert the Bruce, who went onto a glorious victory over the English at Bannockburn in 1314. A very large high ceiling room, facing south across dramatic views of the rolling parkland and forests. The rich, luxurious, Renaldie decor fully justifies the noble place this King represents in Scottish history. A dramatically canopied King Size bed dominates the room, with striking tones of blue and burgundy, whilst the furnishings relate back to medieval times. The bathroom also reflects this period with its specially designed tiles and antique style fittings.

Sir William Wallace This grand room, with doors leading out onto the Castle battlements, offers a unique panorama across open fields, forests and the River South Esk, towards the distant Lammermuir Hills. Incorporating natural Castle stone with Wallace Tartan and Gothic style fittings, the large bed can be made up as a twin or double. The heraldic theme of the bedroom itself is complemented by a windowed bathroom with Wallace crest tiles and oak paneling.

India James, first and only Marquise of Dalhousie, became the youngest ever Governor General of India at the age of 33. The India room celebrates his magnificent contribution in the development of the Indian Empire. A large L-shaped room overlooking the River South Esk and facing south across open parkland and forests. Refurbished in a dramatic and distinct Indian style, this room has a canopied raffia double bed and furniture. The bathroom has a distinct Indian flavor in its decor along with today's modern bathroom facilities.

Fernie Castle - Rates include dinner
Fernie Castle is in a superb location for anyone visiting Scotland. This 450 year old castle can offer all the character of the past with comforts today's visitor expects from a hotel with such high recommendations and awards. Situated in 17 acres of woodlands with it's own loch, there is ample parking space and places to stroll, or just relax. The aura of the castle is first glimpsed through the wooded drive as one approaches. Once inside, you will be greeted with a cheery open fire and a warm welcome. The Keep Bar and The Wallace Lounge are each directly off the reception hall.

Glenapp Castle was built in 1870 by the celebrated architect David Bryce for James Hunter, the Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Ayrshire. The castle and its lands were purchased in 1917 by James Lyle Mackay, subsequently the first Earl of Inchcape. Within the castle there are graceful lounges and elegant dining rooms as well as 17 individually furnished and decorated bedrooms and suites and seemingly endless oak panelled hallways and corridors. All are handsomely furnished with personally chosen antiques and fine oil paintings, and individually decorated to the highest standard in traditional style.

Inverlochy castle

Inverlochy Castle

Inverlochy Castle is one of the world's most luxurious castle hotels, and regularly plays host to a myriad of international stars and royalty. Its breathtaking charm has been enjoyed by the likes of Mel Gibson and Liam Neeson, and is even featured in the diaries of Queen Victoria who wrote "I never saw a lovelier or more romantic spot". Built in 1863, the castle is uniquely situated between two of Scotland's most famous landmarks - Ben Nevis and Loch Ness, and stands proudly within some of the most magnificent scenery in the Highlands. With just 17 palatial bedrooms, this "hidden gem" is wonderfully discreet, and is surrounded by 500 acres of fabulous landscaped gardens, leading down to its own private loch.

Kildrummy Castle

Set in the heart of the Grampian Highlands, overlooking the ruins of the original 13th century castle, Kildrummy Castle Hotel offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the style and elegance of a bygone era. Kildrummy is a Scottish country house.

RoxburgheThe Roxburghe Hotel & Golf Course.

Also known as Floors Castle., the hotel is one of Scotland's finest country house hotels, set in 500 acres of mature woodland and rolling parkland, beside the River Teviot near Kelso. The Roxburghe has a relaxed, home from home atmosphere, which our guests find particularly welcoming and has earned a reputation for really good Scottish food and outstanding service. The largest inhabited house in Scotland, Floors Castle is home to the Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe and their family. You can wander through spectacular State rooms with priceless European paintings.

Ruthin Castle (the "Red Fort"), which dates from before 1277 and dominates the historic Welsh market town of Ruthin, close to Chester, Llangollen and within easy reach of the North Wales Coast, Snowdonia and picturesque Betws-y-Coed. The castle previously formed part of the Crown Estate until sold by Charles I in 1632 and sits in its ancient walled dry moat within acres of private landscaped gardens, parkland and woods alongside the River Clwyd.

Skibo Castle

Throughout history Skibo has held a position of prominence. Its Celtic name translates as fairyland or place of peace. The checkered history of Skibo reflects the history of the highlands, and this provides much of Skibo's enchantment. This was the setting for Madonna's wedding. The castle forms the principle clubhouse, offering reception rooms with bedrooms and bathrooms of individual character

Stonefield Castle

Stonefield Castle Hotel is an outstanding example of Scottish baronial architecture. Built in 1837, the Castle stands high on the famous Kintyre peninsula commanding quite spectacular panoramic views over Loch Fyne. Guests can relax in the traditional elegance of wood paneled lounges with fine corniced ceilings, unwind on leisurely walks through the 60 acres of woodland grounds.

Thornbury Castle
Kings and queens have stayed here. Courtiers have flirted with ladies-in-waiting in the ancient yew-hedged gardens. Today, Thornbury Castle still resonates with history and is the only Tudor castle in England to be open as a hotel. However, step behind the heavy oak doors and you'll find a magnificent hotel with roaring fires, delicious modern cuisine and sumptuous bedchambers – a truly special setting for an overnight stay, a weekend away or for more formal occasions. Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn once walked these rooms and grounds. Today, the 500 year-old castle-palace with its beautiful oriel windows, Tudor hall and historic parkland is yours for the duration of your stay. There has even been a vineyard within the castle walls for over 500 years, from which Thornbury Castle wine is still produced. Enjoy a regal night's sleep in the Duke's Bedchamber where King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn slept or favour the Gloucester Bedchamber and wake up to a view of the oldest Tudor gardens in England - the Privy Garden and Goodly Garden.

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