This ‘summer’ has truly geared us up for cosy autumn vibes, and then surprised us with a heatwave. We’ll all enjoy the sun while it lasts, but then it’ll be time to embrace autumn.
But it doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom! Spooky season is known for its cosiness and festivities. Why not take a little break, enjoy an autumnal walk, warm up the hot tub and enjoy some drinks by the open fire.
Check out these hotels, perfect for an autumn escape.
Armathwaite Hall
Armathwaite Hall Hotel is magnificently set in the secluded splendour of 400 acres of deer park and woodland. Bordered by the calming waters of Bassenthwaite Lake and framed by the dramatic Skiddaw Mountain and Lake District Fells, Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa is as romantic as the surrounding countryside. As one of the original stately homes of England and a wonderful luxury hotel in the Lake District, it is the perfect location for a break in the Lakes.
Dumbleton Hall
Dumbleton Delight from £82.50pp (excludes Saturdays)
Set in the rolling hills and hidden valleys of the Cotswolds this beautiful 19th century country house set in private gardens and woodland with a private lake, provides the perfect base for exploring the northern Cotswolds. The lounges here boast magnificent oak paneling and guest rooms have lovely views over the gardens. Prepare to enjoy a delightful dining experience at The Cedar Tree Restaurant.
Cotswold House
Luxury Sparkling Break from £94.50pp
Cotswold House sits in the heart of Chipping Campden, a stunning town of golden Cotswold stone, once called “The most beautiful town in England.”. Chipping Campden contains fine shops, galleries and churches. Beyond the town there are rolling hills, beautiful villages, splendid castles and historic houses all waiting to be explored. The House features a luxurious spa, unexpectedly beautiful gardens, and contemporary character bedrooms – a real gem.
Eshott Hall
Romantic Lazy Break from £108.50pp
Eshott Manor is an award winning 4* boutique country hotel. From the moment you enter the sweeping, tree-lined driveway to Eshott Hall you know you’ve happened upon something special. A perfectly proportioned Georgian jewel, clad in wisteria and set within its own manicured gardens, the quintessential and oh-so-photogenic English 17th century country house tucked away in the beautiful Northumbrian countryside and enjoys an idyllic setting on a 500 acre family owned estate.
The Swan at Bibury
The Swan Hotel is an attractive former coaching inn dating from the seventeenth century, set among beautiful surroundings in the village of Bibury, north of Cirencester. This is an enchanting, friendly and efficiently run hotel, with luxurious bedrooms and an elegant Restaurant. Wonderful local riverside walks await, with cosy accommodation and sumptuous food upon your return. The Swan Hotel is the Cotswold Idyll featuring beautifully decorated bedrooms and cosy lounges, with real log fires alight during the winter months.
The Greenway Hotel & Spa
Located on the outskirts of the Regency town of Cheltenham, The Greenway is a luxurious Elizabethan Manor House Hotel and Spa boasting 4 AA Red Stars . The Master & Feature bedrooms are particularly stunning and some of the finest accommodation and dining in the Cotswolds.
Stonefield Castle
Romantic Castle Break from £99.50pp
This beautiful historic castle is in an idyllic location situated in 60 acres of woodland, near the shores of the Loch and above the fishing village of Tarbert. There is plenty to do at the castle and within a short distance too from spotting the pods of dolphins to horse riding and golf, all can be arranged at the reception desk of the hotel.
The Devonshire Fell Hotel
Relaxing Luxury Break from £124.50pp
Nestled in Burnsall on a hillside overlooking the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, The Devonshire Fell has all the romance and drama of a classic Brontë sisters novel. Exceptional dining in the 2 Rosette Restaurant, contemporary comfort in the individual bedrooms, and the Dales with the activities and beauty on your doorstep.
The Morritt Hotel & Spa
Sparkling Escape from £77.40pp
Surrounded by rolling fields, with a reputation for warm hospitality and good food, the family-owned Morritt Hotel is a popular choice for walking breaks and relaxing escapes. The award winning Garage Spa attracts those in search of rest and rejuvenation and indulgent pampering while the individually designed bedrooms offer a restful nights stay.
The Bear of Rodborough
Classic Country Escape from £97.50pp
The Bear of Rodborough is a charming, dog-friendly hotel perched neatly on top of Rodborough Common, within acres of beautiful National Trust land. Dating back to the 17th Century when it started life as a coaching inn, the hotel boasts an abundance of original features! Now part of the privately-owned Cotswold Inns and Hotels collection; the Bear has been sympathetically refurbished with cosy country interiors, a rosette-awarded restaurant and traditional bar, which is enjoyed by residents and locals in equal measures.
