Best of British // Escape To The Countryside For A Quintessentially British Break

It wouldn’t be a quintessential British summer without a countryside escape for some fresh air, a slower pace of life, rustic charm, and some well deserved R&R. Whether you’re exchanging city lights for muddy wellies or swapping village life for coastal bliss, there are so many ways to enjoy an idyllic summer getaway.

From grand country manors and coastal hideaways to vineyard retreats, luxury glamping lodges and charming shepherd’s huts, we’ve got something for every kind of escape. Expect five star service, first class hospitality, and oodles of British charm.

Looking for your next luxury staycation? Longueville Manor, The Harper, Plas Weunydd, The Nest, and Tinwood Estate have you covered. 

Longueville Manor: Jersey’s most renowned 5* hotel, a Relais & Chateaux property boasting a 3AA rosette restaurant. Beautifully appointed bedrooms, dog friendly, exquisite 5,000 strong wine cellar, boutique spa, vast Victorian kitchen garden and large outdoor pool and sundeck. White sandy beaches, the freshest seafood, key historical sites and natural beauty on your doorstep. Multiple flights daily from key airports all over the UK, just 40 min flight from Gatwick/ Heathrow. 

USPs & NEWS - Bespoke sleep package, luxury yacht charter, third generation family run, only AA Five Red Star hotel in the Channel Islands.

The Harper A stylish boutique hotel on the Norfolk coast set in a former glass-blowing factory. Features 32 individually designed rooms with a contemporary, rustic vibe. Located in the heart of Langham, The Harper offers a cosy atmosphere with luxurious amenities, including a spa with Irene Forte skincare and a fine dining restaurant.

USPs & NEWS - Partnership with The OUT luxury car rental service, private use of pool and proximity to Holkham Beach, a jewel on the Norfolk coast. 

The Nest, Glamping: Where African Safari meets English countryside. The Nest is a luxury glamping retreat in Lincolnshire that is a haven for wellness. With three dog friendly, lakeside glamping lodges that sleep up to six, The Nest is the perfect spot to spend a summer’s weekend or longer jaunt with friends and family. 

USPs & NEWS - Brand new outdoor sauna for 2025, wild lake swimming, pizza oven, Weber barbecue, egg bath, paddleboarding, wood fired hot tub and outdoor cinema screen. 

Plas Weunydd: A base for adventure nestled within the wild landscape of Eryri (Snowdonia) in Wales, in a former slate mine which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Experience adventure and home comforts - year round Glamping Tents, luxury Shepherd’s Huts and a 4 star hotel. 

USPs & NEWS - Guided walking tours, proximity to ZipWorld, wilderness sauna, off grid adventure, suspended hammock bed for stargazing. 

Tinwood Estate: At the foot of the South Downs near Chichester, Tinwood Estate produces award-winning English Sparkling Wines and has 8 luxury lodges on site, each with a private deck overlooking the vines. Tinwood hosts daily tour and tasting sessions, afternoon tea, a seasonal dinner series and a highly sought after Sunday Lunch sharing platter.

USPs & NEWS - Picnics in the vines, barrel sauna for lodge guests, jacuzzi baths, complimentary use of mountain bikes, yoga in the vines, dog friendly.