Hampshire, United Kingdom
Long a favorite of affluent American travelers, this luxurious 18th-century manor resort set amid 130 acres of lawns and gardens is two hours southwest of Heathrow Airport.
West Sussex, United Kingdom
Dating from the 12th century, this romantic small fortress stands amid the rolling chalk hills of the South Downs, 60 miles southwest of London.
Oxford, United Kingdom
Set amid 27 acres of gardens, chef Raymond Blanc’s gourmet retreat occupies a transformed 15th-century stone manor about 70 minutes northwest of London and 10 miles southeast of Oxford.
Sussex, United Kingdom
Surrounded by more than 1,000 acres of wooded parklands and gardens, this Elizabethan stone mansion hotel is a 90-minute drive south of London.
Ascot, United Kingdom
This relaxed 70-room hotel is located within a 1776 Georgian country house, several cottages and a wing of converted stables. Editors' Note: No longer recommended; see listing for details.
Oxford, United Kingdom
This gracious privately owned hotel within a 400-year-old building is set in the center of Oxford on High Street.