The Merchant’s House
Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2AP.
As the name suggests this former merchant’s house dates from the 15th century. Now a family run 4-star hotel, it offers beautifully refurbished en suite rooms, including one where Lord Nelson stayed after receiving the freedom of the city.
- 15th Century
Lace Market Hotel Nottingham
Lace Market, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG1 1HE.
This stylish Georgian townhouse is set in the heart of Nottingham’s trendy Lace Market District, part of the ‘Creative Quarter’ of the city. Offering a variety of rooms and suites, many with views of St Mary’s Church, the historic Shire Hall and the Galleries of Justice.
- 18th Century
Kings Park Hotel
Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 6BT.
The former town’s police station, Kings Park Hotel stands within the heart of the historic market town of Retford. Extensively refurbished, it now offers contemporary styled en suite rooms, some offering views over the Kings Park. Dining is in the Old Police Station restaurant, or in one of the two original cells.
- 19th Century
Burnside Hotel
Shottery, nr. Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, Cv37 9HQ.
Standing in the charming and historic village of Shottery, the award-winning Burnside Hotel is an independently owned boutique hotel. Originally an imposing 19th century manor, the building has been sympathetically refurbished to the highest standards to provide luxury accommodation serving fine food.
- 19th Century
The White Swan Hotel
Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 6NH.
With Shakespearean connections, the listed White Swan Hotel combines historic charm with all modern conveniences. Beamed throughout, it retains many original features including cosy open fires. The menu changes daily to ensure a wealth of choice.
- 15th Century
Fanhams Hall
Fanhams Hall, Ware, Hertfordshire. SG12 7PZ
Set in stunning grounds, this 18th century Queen Anne style manor was once the home of Sir Henry Page-Croft, Winston Churchill’s Under-Secretary of State for War. Carefully renovated, Fanhams Hall now offers 77 crisply decorated, contemporary bedrooms.
- 18th Century
Highfield Park
Heckfield, nr. Hook, Hampshire, RG27 0LG.
Once home to the former Prime Minister, Neville Chamberlain, Highfield Park is now proud to be a family owned independent hotel. Set in 35 acres of rolling parkland, this elegant country mansion house features luxurious accommodation and a restaurant that offers menu options to suit all tastes.
- 17th Century