Best of England
England has a diversity that can rival most countries in Europe, and a range of places to stay to match, varying from some of the best country house hotels you'll find anywhere to cosy pubs and inns, peaceful glamping sites and of course more country cottages than you can shake a stick at. We've selected some of the best from each of these accommodation categories, with plenty of examples from all over the country. Whether you're looking for a boutique hotel in the Lake District, a spa resort or a seaside B&B, or a just well-placed hostel for a spot of hiking, you'll find some great options here. Have a browse, and discover your perfect break.
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Relaxed and extraordinarily cosy country hotel just outside Nottingham, decorated with exquisite style
Langar Hall, Church Lane,
Langar, Nottinghamshire NG13 9HG
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Four coastal-inspired properties, surrounded by peaceful green pastures in the charming village of Trevone.
Stein’s at Trevone Farm, Trevone Padstow Cornwall PL28 8QN
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A lavish Richmond Guesthouse in a stunningly ornamented Georgian townhouse.
Millgate House, 3 Millgate, Richmond, North Yorkshire DL10 4JN
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Brilliant budget place to stay occupying a beautiful Georgian townhouse within York's city walls.
Safestay York, Micklegate House 88-90 Micklegate York YO1 6JX
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Hostel-cum-self-catering accommodation that makes an ideal budget base for south Cornwall.
Tregedna Lodge, Maenporth Falmouth Cornwall TR11 5HL
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The oldest YHA hostel still in operation – handy for Glastonbury Tor, Wookey Hole Caves and magnificent walks in the Somerset countryside.
YHA Street, The Chalet, Ivythorn Hill, Street, Somerset BA16 0TZ
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A unique and romantic place to stay for two among the vines of one of Suffolk's oldest vineyards
The Cabin-in-the-Vines, Rumburgh Road, Wissett, Suffolk IP19 0JJ
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A romantic self-catering cottage along with equally romantic glamping options - in a glorious rural location.
The Old Forge, Compton Abbas, Near Shaftesbury, Dorset SP7 0NQ
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