The fickle British weather has turned back in our favour – which means it is the season for the spontaneous mini break. However countryside hotels and campsites have been booking up fast. Make hay while the sun shines and book one of these boutique options for a countryside getaway, while spaces are still available.
Ellenborough Park Hotel, Gloucestershire
This country castle, which dates back to the Tudor era, has the honeyed yellow stone and crenellated turrets you’d expect of a Cotswold estate. Now a five-star hotel and spa, once you tire of exploring the 90-acre grounds, you can relax in the jacuzzi, sauna or heated outdoor pool. A half spa day costs £80.
The bedrooms are characterful and spread across different parts of the estate, including the mews and lodge houses. Many come with four poster beds, chandeliers and roll-top baths and all have Nespresso machines.
Dinner is available in their wood-panelled dining room or on the terrace.
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