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Windermere

A luxurious and relaxing modern country-house hotel with a choice of traditional or cutting-edge rooms, many with hot-tubs. Michelin-starred dining, woodland spa plus flawless service. Set in 40 acres of stunning surroundings with a picturesque lake and lots of activities to offer nearby.

• Romantic Break - Six of the incredible suites come with their own private gardens and cedarwood hot tubs, ideal for a romantic getaway!
• Country Escape - 20-acre gardens filled with magnolia, cherry blossoms and copper beech, not to mention the stunning private lake
• Foodies - Michelin starred SOURCE restaurant is run by head chef Ollie Bridgwater formerly of Heston Blumenthal's Fat Duck
• Fishing - Fishing can be organised on site, either on the private lake or a day trip to somewhere nearby

Hampshire

On the edge of the New Forest and close to the sea, Chewton Glen offers five-star luxury to couples and families. Its wow-factor treehouse accommodation is the star of the show, along with the fantastic staff that always go the extra mile. Imitable service, gourmet dining and The Beehive, kids club.

• Country Escape - A gorgeous country house spa, set in 130 acres of parkland at the edge of the magical New Forest.
• Tennis - There are both indoor and outdoor tennis courts and coaching with the resident pro.
• Great walks - Plenty of walking across the 130 acres of parkland, or head into the New Forest.
• Kids Club - All new The Beehive, available every weekend and school holidays

Courchevel

A superb family friendly hotel, set on the slopes in the Three Valleys, offering ski-in ski-out access. Featuring rustic wooden interiors with stone fire places and rooms with private balconies. The restaurant, over seen by Chef Angela Hartnett, is a real draw and the location is unbeatable.

• Active Holiday - The surrounding mountains offer a plethora of activities from skiing to hiking and climbing.
• Skiing - The Three Valleys boasts some of the Alps' most diverse and arguably best skiing.
• Families
• Restaurant - Cucina Angelina – a restaurant overseen by Chef Angela Hartnett

London (Mayfair)

Olga Polizzi transformed an old-world Mayfair institution into an elegant and polished five-star hotel with a gym, spa and top bar. Rooms and suites deliver understated elegance at its finest, and the whole place oozes style and sophistication. Don't miss Afternoon Tea and Charlie's for dinner.

• Romantic Break - This classic property is ideal for romantics with its sophisticated decor, discreet service and excellent food and drinks
• Designer Shopping - Minutes from Bond Street and the best designer stores in London
• Sights nearby - The Royal Academy, Green park and Picadilly are all within walking distance
• Restaurant - Charlie's Restaurant serves classic British cuisine done very well!

Matera

A cave hotel with medieval romance in a magnificent hilltop setting. Very unusual rooms and suites with vaulted ceilings, sandstone walls, and standalone bathtubs with burning log fires. Delicious food, cooking lessons, and spectacular views. Definite wow factor for honeymooners or romantic breaks.

• Unusual - Constructed caves.
• Romantic
• Romantic Break
• Honeymoons

Bali (Nusa Dua)

Sensational adult-only luxury hotel just 25 minutes from the airport. Large pavilions boast private pools, walled gardens, contemporary interiors, and massive bathrooms. Additional outdoor pool, spa, gym and beach club. Fantastic organic Asian and European food. One of the best on Bali.

• Yoga - Tailored yoga sessions focus on your activities - try classes to stretch after a surf, or enjoy energising morning sessions
• Beach Life - Just a short ride from the hotel's private Geger Beach Club, perfect for beach strolls and sundowners
• Honeymoons - With your own huge private pool villa, it's one of the best romantic hideaways on Bali.
• Scuba course - Speak to your private butler about arranging scuba courses from Tanjung Benoa

Bury St Edmunds (Bury St Edmunds)

Set in the old market town of Bury St Edmunds this is an impressive historic hotel. The rooms are contemporary yet still have a traditional feel. The restaurant serves up high quality British fare. The pretty town and nature parks offer great walks. The perfect weekend getaway.

• Great walks - There are numerous places of beauty for walking including Abbey Gardens and Lackford Lakes
• Sights nearby - Visit the impressive St Edmundsbury Cathedral
• Romantic
• Four poster beds

London (Marylebone)

The Grazing Goat boasts an enviable location in the heart of Marylebone. Their rooms ooze charm with muted Farrow & Ball colour schemes, large beds and wooden furnishings. Upmarket British pub classics are served in the restaurant downstairs. A splendid spot for city explorers!

• Local exploring - The Grazing Goat is the ideal base from which to explore London
• Sights nearby - Be sure to visit Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and London Eye!
• Great walks - Head off to Hyde Park, situated less than a mile away from The Grazing Goat
• Restaurant with rooms

Tuscany (Foiano della Chiana )

The team behind Tuscany’s Fontelunga Hotel & Villas presents Borgo 69: twelve luxury self-catered villas with exceptional concierge service, an infinity pool and an on-site restaurant.

• Tennis - Use of Fontelunga Hotel's tennis courts.
• Cooking classes - Cookery classes for all abilities
• Sights nearby - Gorgeous hilltop towns nearby.
• Swimming Pool

Gloucestershire (Brimscombe)

A charming 19th-century grade II listed manor house in the heart of the Cotswolds. Rooms and suites are done in country-chic style but with welcome modern accessories including power showers and soaking tubs. Excellent restaurant, plus mature gardens and views to die for. Country bliss!

• Country Escape - With its charming country-style interiors, jaw dropping views, great food and location, it's perfect for a rural getaway
• Local exploring - Ideally positioned for getting out and about in the Cotswolds
• Views - Panoramic views over the surrounding Cotswolds countryside
• Foodies - The excellent restaurant has been awarded 2 AA Rosettes

Frome

French bistro with rooms on popular Catherine Street. Pretty rooms — including fab family suites — are the perfect balance of cosy & contemporary; thick wool blankets, spoiling bath products & pastel hues feel very of the moment. The lively restaurant is a local favourite. Great value boutique spot.

• Local exploring - Catherine Street location means independent boutiques are on the doorstep. Drive to a great range of attractions in the area
• Restaurant - Popular all-day bistro & cafe serves authentic French cuisine; Food can be ordered from the restaurant & enjoyed in-room
• Families - Just next door, two beautiful & well-designed Family Rooms offer plenty of space for up to two adults & two children
• Value chic - Offers high quality rooms at incredibly affordable prices

Provence (Provence)

A charming country estate in the heart of a Cotignac, voted the most beautiful village in France. Rooms and suites are spread through the manor house and outbuildings, most come with private terrace. There's a superb restaurant and activities galore in the area. Chic rural relaxation.

• Restaurant - The Jardin Secret Restaurant has been awarded «Green Michelin star» and serves Provencal food and there's an artisanal brewery.
• Total relaxation - Check in and switch off! Enjoy the peaceful surrounds of a trad Provencal village, relax by the pool and recharge the batteries
• Romantic Break - Some suites are just made for romance with in-room tubs for two, wood burning stoves and a hammam (check individual suites)
• Local exploring - With its central Provence location, Lou Calen is the ideal base for exploring further afield

Cortona

A stunning private palazzo in the heart of Cortona that you take over exclusively. Restored to its former glory by its architect owners, there are two magnificent suites, a salon and a fully fitted handmade kitchen. Luxury defined!

• Self catering - The Palazzo offers a seriously luxurious self catering base for four in the very centre of town
• Exclusive use - The Palazzo can only be booked on an exclusive use basis
• Local exploring - You are right in the very centre of medieval Cortona
• Minimum Stay - 3 night minimum stay

Olhao (Algarve)

Renovated 1950s mansion in the heart of Olhao turned B&B/exclusive use villa. Nine charming en-suite rooms boast luxury linens and rain showers, plus there's a living/dining room, courtyard with plunge pool and spacious terraces. Ideal for couples or an extended family holiday in the Algarve.

• Families - With its nine bedrooms Casa Rosa is the perfect pick for an extended family holiday or a group of friends
• Short break - Being only 15 mins from Faro airport this is ideal for a short break in the Algarve
• Minimum Stay - 2 Nights Min Stay or 7 nights if you're booking the entire property
• Local markets - Olhao hosts a number of markets that are worth a visit

Berlin (Kreuzberg)

A contemporary hotel a stone's throw from Potsdamer Platz. Rooms, suites & apartments are bright and airy with wooden floors, Art-deco style furnishings, and smart bathrooms. The best boast a private balcony with city views. Excellent onsite restaurant, small spa and a garden. A chic city stay.

• Families - There are plenty of family friendly options from spacious rooms to multi room apartments
• Local exploring - Ideally located in the heart of Berlin, close to many of the city's highlights
• Foodies - Don't miss Berta Restaurant, curated by Michelin star chef Assaf Granit
• City Style - A chic, modern property with stylish interiors

Paros (Paros)

An adults-only luxury escape perched on a hillside in Paros. Rooms and suites are individually designed but all feature plenty of natural materials and a boho-chic style. The best come with either plunge pool or private outdoor hot tub. Elegant fine dining and views to die for. Romance guaranteed!

• Boutique - All room and suites are individually designed with natural materials, bespoke furnishings and a boho chic vibe
• Romantic Break - With no children allowed, beautiful accommodation and sunsets to die for, Mthyic is very romantic!
• Views - All of the rooms boasts gorgeous views over the Aegean and enjoy epic sunsets
• 5* Luxury - A luxurious property featuring hand made furnishings, fabulous food, and high end amenities as standard

Puglia (Puglia)

An adults-only hideaway and retreat venue on Puglia's west coast whose ethos is centred around sustainability and relaxation. Four rooms and two suites offer a simple, rustic-chic minimalist vibe, plus there's a garden and vegetarian meals on request. Just a 15-minute stroll from the beach.

• Eco break - Sustainability is key from the solar panels, EV charging & vegetarian cuisine to the reforestation project
• Total relaxation - An off the beaten track location and off-season retreats for nourishing body, mind and soul
• Restaurant - Authentic Puglian vegetarian cuisine for guests only
• Minimum Stay - 3 night minimum stay

Lecce (Puglia)

A fabulous restored palazzo turned luxe B&B in the heart of Lecce. Individually designed suites boast opulent antique furnishings, high-end linens and smart modern bathrooms. Plus there is an apartment, a lovely roof terrace and a small wellness area with a hot tub and sauna. A sophisticated haven.

• City Style - A beautifully restored palazzo crammed with antiques and period pieces to create an aura of days gone by
• Groups - The larger two bedroom apartment is ideal for small groups seeking a more independent base
• Local exploring - Excellent central location; you can explore Lecce on foot from here
• Spa - Small subterranean wellness area with hot tub and sauna

Paris (Montparnasse)

A family-friendly boutique hotel in the heart of Montparnasse. Timeless, elegant interiors effortlessly blend classic style with modern convenience. Expect William Morris prints, velvet headboards and warm up-to-the-minute colour palettes. A lobby bar completes the picture. A chic, homely base.

• Local exploring - Hotel Leopold is a stone's throw from the Jardin du Luxembourg and you can walk to the Latin Quarter in 20 minutes
• Families - A great option if you're travelling with kids. Family rooms can accommodate up to five people
• Sights nearby - No only are the Luxembourg Gardens on the doorstep, but you can reach the Latin Quarter on foot in 20 mins
• Full of character

Puntarenas

An intimate jungle retreat about half an hour from Uvita. Four suites are beautifully designed with a fresh Mediterranean feel, and plenty of natural materials. The best offer a large roof terrace. There's a pool for all and restaurant championing the best local produce. Romantic and relaxing.

• Total relaxation - The ethos here is about relaxation and reconnection. It's a sanctuary where you will leave feeling totally chilled out!
• Romantic Break - With just four suites, beautiful interiors and an intimate, back to nature vibe, it's perfect for romance
• Wellbeing - Vayu is intrinsically linked with wellbeing through mindfulness, spirituality and much more
• Back to Nature - Vayu Retreat Villas is all about reconnecting with nature and mindfulness