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this page CTRL-D 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.
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Bonus Stay 7 nights: Travel pack including Great Britain travel guide book, touring suggestions, and more ![]() 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 clients 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. ![]()
British Hotels,Manors Castles and Inns Family Friendly
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. Best 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.
Hotel List: This is a pgrtial list. If you do not see a particular hotel here, please ask. |
| 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 ![]() # |
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 ![]()
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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 Greywalls 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 ![]() ![]() |
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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 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.
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 dinnerFernie 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 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.
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 CastleKings 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. BOOK THIS TODAY! CALL LYNOTT TOURS AT (800) 221-2474 ORPlease Email Us For Information PLAN YOUR ROUTE HERE Tour conditions Travel insurance Click here for a credit card form. Questions? Contact Lynott Tours at 1 (800) 221-2474USA & Canada Questions? Contact Lynott Tours at 1 (800) 221-2474USA & Canada
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