RELAIS & CHATEAUX: TASTE OF THE UNITED KINGDOM & IRELAND 2016

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Knowledge.

Integrity.

Discretion.

Of all our fine properties, these are the most valuable.

At Strutt & Parker, we have unrivalled knowledge of the finest properties in London’s most prestigious areas. We offer access to buyers from all over the world through our affiliation with Christie’s International Real Estate.

And we provide a trusted and personal service. All of which has helped us become the leading agent for exclusive properties in Knightsbridge and Belgravia for the past three years. If you are thinking about buying or selling call James Forbes on the number below.

66 Sloane St, London SW1X 9SH +44(0)20 3733 7754 | struttandparker.com

55 Strutt & Parker offices nationwide | 1350 Christie’s offices worldwide

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WELCOME TO RELAIS & CHÂTEAUX! For 60 years, Relais & Châteaux has elevated art de vivre to a 10th art!

Our Chefs and Maîtres de Maison are delighted to welcome you to a world shaped by their personalities and passion.

We are committed to offering hospitality in unique places. We aim, along with men and women skilled in the subtle art of refined hospitality, to place you, our guests, centre stage.

Our Restaurants lie at the heart of our art of living: our Chefs and their teams, but also local producers, farmers, cheese makers, fishermen, winegrowers and indeed everyone who contributes to making the shared experience of a meal a veritable feast for the senses.

Our family is particularly eager to introduce you to whole new worlds by immersing you in regional cultures worldwide. Taste of the United Kingdom & Ireland is a book which reflects our ambitions and our commitments; it offers you the keys to our universe – a world of tastes for you to enjoy.

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Relais & Châteaux with its membership of over 500 hotels and restaurants worldwide is recognised as the leader in luxury hospitality and gastronomy.

The British and Irish members are no exception and epitomise the spirit of this wonderful association. Member properties are spread the length and breadth of the country with five in Ireland. Wherever you stay, whichever restaurant you dine at, you will not only be guaranteed the unique Relais & Châteaux experience, but also that something a little bit extra which is simply magical.

Relais & Châteaux is neither a corporation nor a chain. Member properties do not follow fashions or standardisation.

What sets them apart is the sense of place and spirit. A Relais & Châteaux member is far more than a prestigious property or gourmet restaurant; it is the doorway to a unique and unparalleled experience of personal luxury.

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THE WORLD OF RELAIS & CHÂTEAUX

THE WORLD OF RELAIS & CHÂTEAUX Relais & Châteaux is a world in itself, unlike any other. A warm, welcoming, gourmet affair awaits where outstanding quality is coupled with each individual property’s passion for their own region and their terroir. This passion is their most precious gift. It is what breathes the life and soul into every one of our properties.

OUR SOUL AND OUR VALUES The history of Relais & Châteaux is a story of great innovation and a deep attachment to the finest traditions of the world of hotels and restaurants. A marriage made between the inheritance of the past and the fearlessness of the new, which all our members embody and recreate in their hotels.

In 1954, in France, Marcel and Nelly Tilloy, who owned a charming property in the Rhône Valley, got together with seven other hoteliers to offer travellers a unique, tremendously charming and utterly gastronomic itinerary between Paris and the Côte d’Azur. They called it the Route du Bonheur.

United around shared values, they founded Relais & Châteaux, an association which would grow and grow, consisting today of 530 charming hotels and gourmet restaurants. There are also as many women and men who proudly stand for hospitality, the beauty of unspoiled surroundings, rootedness in a particular terroir and commitment to a particular place.

When crossing the threshold of a Relais & Châteaux, travellers, just like our Maîtres de Maison, encounter a particular way of thinking: that of a family who shares the same fundamental values, while each remaining able to express his or her own individual personality.

View from Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat, South Africa

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“Just like the grand hoteliers and innkeepers of yesteryear, our hoteliers and chefs add their own personal touch to the places they have created, and into which they breathe life day after day.”

Jaume Tàpies, Owner of El Castell de Ciutat, Spain

OUR FAMILY SPIRIT At Relais & Châteaux, we place a special value on one particular word: ‘Maison’ or property. A ‘maison’ is a warm and welcoming place, where you feel at home. It is also a place with its own roots, history and attachment to a particular terroir. Finally it is a place where you go if you want to meet up with friends and relatives. It is a convivial place where you can spend some special time with your family.

That is why, in our view, all our properties are ‘Maisons’, or, more strictly speaking,‘grandes Maisons’, as they embody each and every one of the values that we ascribe to that word.

In every one of them the Relais & Châteaux family will be on hand to welcome the traveller.

The personal presence of the Maître de Maison can be sensed throughout the entire property: his or her personality and vision are at the core of every property. These individuals are happy to share their attachment to their roots, to their culture, to their terroir with their guests, and to hand over to them, as they would to a member of their own family, the keys to that world.

The subtle alchemy between the individual talents and the fundamental values of Relais & Châteaux offers the traveller an experience that is always unique and yet one which never fails to strike a note of familiarity. Unique because the Maître de Maison places his or her personal stamp on every last detail of the property. Familiar because of the shared values that unite all the properties within the Association.

The vegetable garden of Hotel Bellevue & Spa, Italy

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THE RELAIS & CHÂTEAUX EXPERIENCES

THE RELAIS & CHÂTEAUX EXPERIENCES When you experience Relais & Châteaux, you experience a whole array of sensations. Each of our properties offers the opportunity to enjoy an unparalleled range of sensory experiences, where the beauty of a particular place, the warmth of the hospitality and the quality of the cuisine are in perfect harmony. Scents and tastes, landscapes and colours make every stay a rare and intense experience.

THE ROUTES DU BONHEUR The history of the Routes du Bonheur developed in parallel with that of Relais & Châteaux. The very first of these routes linked the eight founding hotels. It stretched along the Rhône Valley, and offered, in eight different stops, a unique gourmet itinerary, far from the beaten tracks of a bland standardised world.

Today the Routes du Bonheur, with BMW as their official partner, stretch well beyond the borders of France and extend to all five continents of the globe. They are unique by their very nature, and offer an introduction to a particular area by visiting very special, and often secret, restaurants owned by Chefs and Maîtres de Maison who act as their ambassadors.

THE VILLAS An anniversary, a family celebration, Christmas or New Year’s eve, holidays in a group are moments during which one wants to feel at home and share with friends and family. In order to make intimacy rhyme with freedom, our Maîtres de Maison leave the keys to unique places, which can become yours, to you: all around the world and throughout the seasons, an English cottage, a house in Tuscany, a mas in Provence, a lodge in the African savannah, a chalet in the mountains or why not a boat moored in a stunning harbour, this could be the setting for a future reunion with your tribe. You in your turn will become the Maître of your own even more authentic and warmly welcoming Relais & Châteaux, and enjoy the same level of service as at the hotel with, for example, a chef preparing food for you alone.

Asaba, Japan

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“The enjoyment of good food is a universal pleasure. We merely try to share what we like, what gives us that pleasure day after day.”

Lanshu Chen, Le Moût Restaurant, Taiwan

THE RELAIS & CHÂTEAUX RESTAURANTS Cultivate nature’s true diversity on your plate Relais & Châteaux Properties bring together internationally more than 500 Chefs including some of the most famous in the world. They all ask the same of themselves: to reflect and promote the amazing cultural and culinary diversity of our planet.

From Punta del Este to Laguiole, from Tallinn to Shizuoka-Ken, every Relais & Châteaux Restaurant is unique and known for its originality and creativity in preserving traditions.

In these Properties, local ingredients are used with species and varieties being part and parcel of the history of the local terroir. Producers become friends as they are driven by the same shared values. Remote parts of the world come back to life. Local heritage, recipes and ways of doing things are fiercely protected to be later reinvented. Flavours, ambiance and kind hospitality all stand as elegant witness to the local art of living.

The Beautiful, the Good and the Unique. Global diversity at its greatest.

To dine at a Relais & Châteaux Property, you will experience shared pleasures in which every guest has a role to play.

It will be different tomorrow, different elsewhere…

Eleven Madison Park, New York

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ALL AROUND THE WORLD

ALL AROUND THE WORLD, UNIQUE IN THE WORLD “Imagine all the Relais & Châteaux as one; a beautiful library comprised of a collection of masterpieces united under a singular designation: ‘a celebration of living well’.”

Olivier Rœllinger, Owner, Les Maisons de Bricourt, France

The Relais & Châteaux story can look forward to a rosy future: fostering excellence and displaying its uniqueness all around the world, spanning continents, crossing oceans, scaling mountains and leaving the beaten track.

Diversity and multiculturism are the very fabric of this great family and give it the strength it needs to promote a particular art of living.

Ranches in the United States, romantic castles in Spain, lodges with the finest safaris in Africa, elegant English country houses, gourmet restaurants in capital cities, tropical islands in the Pacific Ocean, riads in Morocco, ryokans in Japan, countryside inns, Alpine chalets, historic residences in the heart of Chinese towns and a host of other exceptional places...

In every continent in the world, in 60 countries, a ‘maison’ or property awaits you, whether close to home or on the other side of the world. It will be perfectly in tune with its immediate surroundings and is guaranteed to give you a memorable experience. It is linked to other properties much like a milestone along a road leading to the discovery of the world and indeed self-discovery.

Because the soul of Relais & Châteaux is unique in the world... all around the world. Come and enjoy life, broaden your horizons and live as free as a bird.

Now is your chance to explore the world, to savour its delights and to pen your very own Route du Bonheur.

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E S C AP E AND DI NE I N ST Y L E WI T H R E L A IS & CHÂTEAUX I N T HE UNI T E D K I NGD O M AND I RE LAN D Book a Charming British or Irish Escape in one of our country house or city hotels and experience great British or Irish food prepared by some of the most renowned chefs.

From just £350* per couple…

Participating hotels: Airds Hotel & Restaurant, Amberley Castle, Ballyfin Demesne, Buckland Manor, Chewton Glen, Cliff House Hotel, Cliveden House, Farlam Hall, Gidleigh Park, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, Glenapp Castle, Gravetye Manor, Greywalls Hotel and Chez Roux Restaurant, Hambleton Hall, Hartwell House & Spa, The Idle Rocks, Inverlochy Castle, Isle of Eriska Hotel Spa & Island, Kinloch House, Llangoed Hall, Longueville Manor, Lucknam Park, Mallory Court, Le Manoir aux Quat’ Saisons, Marlfield House, Northcote, Park Hotel Kenmare, The Royal Crescent Hotel, Sheen Falls Lodge, Summer Lodge Country House Hotel & Spa, The Vineyard, Whatley Manor, Ynyshir Hall. *VAT may not already be included in some hotels. Rate based on two people sharing a double room. Accommodation in a double classic or superior room, a dinner for 2 people without drinks and a sumptuous breakfast for 2 the following morning. This offer is valid all year for any holidays taken before December 30th, 2016 included. Euros will apply in hotels in Ireland. Reservations must be made at least 72 hours prior to arrival date and are subject to availability.

Please call toll free number 00 800 0825 1020. Changes may be done without prior notice.

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he concept of “La Route du Bonheur” or “The Road to Happiness” is at the heart of the Relais & Châteaux story. Just over 60 years ago a road was built that enabled motorists to drive directly from Paris to the breath-taking Cote d'A zur. The founders of Relais and Châteaux, owners of beautiful boutique hotels and restaurants along this route, suggested to travellers who started their journey in Paris that they could stay in the different properties along the way. The travelling itself was to become part of an experience whereby they could enjoy the beautiful countryside, receive exceptional hospitality, and taste unrivalled regional cuisine.

Today, in exactly the same way as they did 60 years ago, guests can experience Relais & Châteaux properties through a collection of carefully crafted itineraries. The British and Irish member properties therefore propose their own unique “Roads to Happiness”.

BMW, official partner of Les Routes du Bonheur, suggest discovering these itineraries in style. The new BMW 7 series allows for comfort and luxury together with state of the art technology. The innovative gesture recognition, ConnectedDrive and a personal concierge service will ensure that not one hidden gem will go undiscovered. “La Route du Bonheur” lives on!

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tarting in the historical capital of England, this Route du Bonheur is full of unexpected surprises and there are many tales to tell along this itinerary. It will take you on a journey through the Counties of Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire where you will experience true, English heritage bestowed with centuries of history, kings and queens. From treasured libraries to legendary horse races and regattas, from Windsor Castle to stately homes, you will be welcomed by lush green scenery and landmark architecture. See and taste the best of the Capital and its Home Counties during this condensed, but enriching journey.

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Here they drive on the same (left) side of the road and people have the same sense of humour. The main difference was in the seasons, which are much more distinct here in southern England. It was the seasons that really made me understand why artists, poets and musicians had found such inspiration.

The landscapes are reborn time and time again! Nature and history pervade everything here: the fine old country houses on the Downs, the Wessex valleys and hills, the moors strewn with rocky peaks, the coves and fishing villages in Devon and Cornwall. I’m certainly not about to leave...

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he Scottish landscape of isles, lochs, rivers, mountains and stunning coastline incorporates a wealth of old castles, battlefields, standing stones and cairns from the Neolithic era.

Winter is the time for settling comfortably around an open fire, savouring some of the rich and complex single malt whiskies and telling ghost stories. In summer, the sunshine shimmers on the sea swash like millions of sparkling diamonds, whilst golfers walk the fairways on some of the world’s most famous courses. The rain itself is believed to be the world’s purest freshwater source–and the basis for Scotland’s most famous export–whisky!

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was born in Dublin and for as long as I can remember I always wanted to work in hospitality. Was it because my parents dreamt of building a hotel in the west of the country but never managed to do it? Or because of the suit my grandfather wore that I wanted in a child’s size so I could wear it wandering the corridors of my place.

After living overseas, I returned to Cork to work as a hotel manager and then I settled for good in Kenmare, in the south of the country. I got to travel a lot around Ireland when I was presenting “At Your Service”, a hit TV show here in this country.

The South I would like to show you has immense treasures. Roam the length of its crests, play golf on the finest courses in the world, and enter century-old castles that recount the very particular history of a country quite unlike any other…

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Ynyshir Hall BIRMINGHAM Hambleton Hall Mallory Court Midsummer House Llangoed Hall Buckland Manor Le Manoir aux Quat’ Saisons Hartwell House Whatley Manor Hotel & Spa Hibiscus Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa

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LONDON AND ITS ENVIRONS

The city founded its power on navigation, thriving on the banks of its beloved River Thames while keeping an eye on the sea beyond. Although it lies 70 kilometers upstream from the Channel, London is a maritime metropolis, a city of docks and warehouses, a center of commercial and political conquest. Its bond with the sea gives the British capital its distinctive colors: a sky in an endless palette of grays, its streetlights casting billowy yellow pools in the misty night, its deceptively untamed parks cloaked in deep, dark greens. From the far-flung corners of the globe that once made up its empire, London has learned the art of subjugating nature. In St. James’s Park and in front of the lovely brick townhouses of South Kensington, bursts of primrose and forget-me-not blossoms adorn meticulously groomed lawns. But there’s more to West London, where earls and countesses rub shoulders with well-heeled expatriates, than its elegant avenues and squares. Contemporary art and design, a lively culinary scene… this is a hive of creativity. Mayfair and Marylebone are home to Europe’s most prestigious art galleries, and a new generation of chefs are elevating British cuisine far beyond the traditional steak and kidney pie. The more cosmopolitan districts of the East End are also enjoying a renaissance. Concept stores and young fashion designers have colonized Shoreditch and Dalston, while BoBos browse the organic food stands of Broadway Market. London keeps forging ahead, always on the go, never tiring. The words of the 18th-century poet Samuel Johnson still ring true: “When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life.” But when it’s time for a break from the commotion of the city, the Thames Valley offers a welcoming retreat, ideal for canoeing in the company of swans, admiring the majesty of Windsor Castle or picnicking (and deer-watching!) in the Great Park.

Along the peaceful country lanes of Surrey and Berkshire, every grove of trees seems to reveal another palatial manor surrounded by carefully-tended gardens. Perhaps the most splendid of all, The Savill Garden is a shrine to horticultural beauty: a striking contemporary building all in arcs and curves ensconced amid rare varieties of roses. And an apt illustration of what gives the London area its allure: a unique ability to combine the picturesque with the cutting-edge.

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An aerial view of Cliveden House and its magnificent park, Berkshire, United Kingdom

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THE ENCHANTING KINGDOM The reputation of its music festival makes it easy to forget that Glastonbury, thought to be the site of the mythical island of Avalon, entered the annals of history nearly a millennium ago when local monks claimed to have discovered the tomb of King Arthur in a tree trunk. Risible as they may seem today, such fables are treasured here as timeless truths. This is Celtic country, a land of traditions where legends are as real as the rock stars who grace the stage here every summer. Even though little is known about the great Arthur, the people of Glastonbury are firmly convinced that his remains were brought here in the early 6th century after his death on the battlefield.

With the Saxon Wars a distant memory, today’s certainty is southern England’s warm and pleasant climate, which produces a rich harvest. In springtime, orchards in blossom transform the Kentish landscape into a tableau of bright colors and delicate scents. Late summer in the so-called “Garden of England” sees more and more vineyards bearing fruit, in preference to hops, traditionally picked by East End Londoners and hung out to dry in the round towers of Kentish oast houses. The ancestral royal hunting ground of the New Forest, England’s oldest national park, is at its resplendent best in the fall.

The sunny south offers every variety of coastal scenery, from chalk-white cliffs and the reclaimed pastureland of Romney Marsh, through the rock formations of Dorset’s fossil-rich Jurassic Coast to the sweeping beaches of Devon and Cornwall, prized by surfers. Hikers can follow the sinuous coastal path from cove to cove, or head inland for the wilds of Dartmoor, southern England’s last wilderness. Where life follows the serene rhythm of fishing fleets and harvesters, the pleasures of the table are a point of pride. Devon is renowned for its cream tea, served with scones, cream and strawberry jam. The debate goes on as to whether the cream should be whipped or clotted. And is it permitted for the jam to be raspberry?

As generous as the land, the sea also offers its bounty. Jersey’s mussels, oysters and lobsters are among the best in the world, and the spider crabs caught off the island’s white sand beaches are a specialty not to be missed. In a soup or simply poached, they are served with a kind of bread found only on the island, baked between two cabbage leaves. Another local treat, eel soup, earned the Channel Islands their popular title, “Kingdom of Congers” A kingdom so enchanting, it inspired Claude Debussy to write a composition for piano entitled L’Isle Joyeuse.

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Top to bottom and left to right: Chewton Glenn and its immaculate lawn, Hampshire / Amberley Castle, West Sussex / The spa at Summer Lodge Country House giving onto the vegetable garden, Dorset / Gravetye Manor, Sussex / Chef Michael Wignall at Gidleigh Park.

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BATH AND OXFORDSHIRE

Whatley Manor, in the heart of the Cotswolds, Wiltshire

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The art of the bath is one of civilization’s most prized refinements. And Bath, a spa town in southwest England, is the embodiment of that tradition. Its hot springs, the only ones in England, were already known to the Celts and Romans. The latter built a grandiose bathing complex here: Aquae Sulis — “the waters of Sulis,” in homage to the eponymous deity. Testifying to the importance of the site, the 9th-century historian Nennius described “a hot pool surrounded by a wall made of brick and stone, and into it men can go to bathe when they wish, and any man may take the [kind of] bath he desires. If he should want it, his bath will be cold, and if he should want a hot bath, it will be hot.”

In the 18th century, Bath became a popular gathering place for fashionable English society, a resort where the art of gracious living could be cultivated in an architectural setting that blended neoclassicism with rustic charm. To the attraction of the hot springs have been added museums, theaters and concert halls. The city is closely identified with music, hosting events such as the Bath International Music Festival, the Mozartfest and the Bard of Bath, a legacy of the Celtic tradition of honoring the city’s best poet, singer or storyteller.

This rich cultural life wears a cloak of greenery. Numerous parks and gardens provide a pastoral backdrop, setting the mood for a romantic stroll through the 23 hectares (57 acres) of Royal Victoria Park, inaugurated in 1830 by the 11-year-old Princess Victoria, or along the banks and locks of the River Avon, which links the city to the Bristol Channel and the sea, and to London via the Kennet and Avon Canal.

Further east, this same enchantment can be found in Oxfordshire. Here the fertile countryside spreads out over low hills and vales, a patchwork of cottages, manor houses and villages imbued with authentic charm. Like Newbridge, known for its 14th-century bridge, and, of course, Oxford, whose world-famous university was founded in the 11th century. Nicknamed the “City of Dreaming Spires” this gem of British culture is a virtual compendium of the country’s historic architectural currents, uniting them all in a harmonious whole.

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LAND OF LEGEND

The nation’s hard-working heartland is a palimpsest: Roman road, Saxon myth, medieval legend, Civil War, Industrial Revolution. The most famous legend is that of Robin Hood, champion of Nottingham’s poor, who found refuge among the oaks of Sherwood Forest.

Following in his footsteps, the traveler discovers a region that boasts some of the most beautiful landscapes and castles in England. Beneath Belvoir’s crenellated towers, the huntsman’s horn rings out across the vale, with a tally-ho and the yelp of foxhounds in pursuit. The crags of Derbyshire’s Peak District are the sublime backdrop for Chatsworth’s majestic neoclassical façade. The old walls of Rockingham stand firm, as they have since the reign of William the Conqueror.

Historic Warwick is Shakespeare country. After the theatre and a tour of the Bard’s humble birth house in Stratford Upon Avon, visitors savor time-honored regional specialties like gingerbread and fruit beer or feast on more typical Midlands fare: pork pies from Melton Mowbray, Stilton cheese and a pint of local ale.

Between the mercantile cities of Liverpool and Manchester, Lancashire was the engine room of Victoria’s global empire, its canals and William Blake’s ‘dark satanic mills’ now a heritage trail.

Culture and industry go hand in hand in dynamic Manchester, a driving force on the new British art and music scene. The labor force takes its ease on the terraces of Old Trafford, on the beach at Blackpool and in the grandiose setting of the Lake District, an inspiration for the Romantic poet William Wordsworth. “I wandered lonely as a cloud / That floats on high o’er vales and hills, / When all at once I saw a crowd, / A host, of golden daffodils; / Beside the lake, beneath the trees, / Fluttering and dancing in the breeze.”

Wales is a principality apart, rich in Celtic myth and untrampled natural splendor. On a sheltered estuary near Machynlleth, the ancient capital of Wales, Ynyshir Nature Reserve is a birdwatcher’s paradise teeming with noisy seabirds and waders. Numberless sheep have the run of the green hills and generously provide woolen jerseys and Welsh lamb that melts in the mouth.

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Top to bottom and left to right: Ashness Bridge over Derwent Water with the Skiddaw in the background, Cumbria / Buckland Manor and its sumptuous grounds, Worcestershire / The head chef of Ynyshir Hall, Powys, Mid-Wales / Fresh vegetables at Ynyshir Hall, Powys, Mid-Wales / Hambleton Hall, in the heart of the Midlands, Rutland

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SCOTLAND

The view of the loch and the mountains from the Airds Hotel

SONG OF THE EARTH

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A lone house perched atop a cliff. A flock of sheep roaming the vastness of the rolling countryside. Ringed by islands, Scotland is a kaleidoscope of landscapes swept by sea breezes and turbid mists rolling in from the horizon. The sky grows heavy with rain-swollen clouds.

The storm is not far behind. Dense, violent, unrelenting. A deluge that pummels the soil, soaking it through, wearing it down. But soon the sun rips through the clouds again, its warmth caressing the soft curves of the Munros, the brawny Highland summits. Their green flanks are bursting with heather, ferns and Scottish thistle. Between the prickly leaves of the national emblem, cheerful purple blooms emerge. From time to time, the shadow of a golden eagle glides across this symbolically-charged patch of flowers, whose bright colors contrast starkly with the rough, untamed nature all around.

This is a land of cliffs, mountains and lochs. The most famous of them all, Loch Ness, is shrouded in a radiant veil that banishes all thoughts of its elusive monster. At sunset, the blue and pink hues of the sky dance across its waters in a dazzling chromatic ballet. Just as breathtaking, Loch Linnhe is alive with herring and salmon. Once captured, the noble Scottish salmon is conveyed to its sanctuary, the smokehouse, to undergo an age-old process for preserving food, still widely practiced on Scotland’s west coast. In the fishing village of Ullapool, the fillets are salted, perhaps coated with a spice-scented marinade, and left to dry overnight before being hung in the smoke oven to absorb the aromas of oak embers for 24 hours.

The technique is not exclusively reserved for the tender flesh of the salmon. There is room in the smokehouse for haddock and herring from the North Atlantic — delicacies infused with the flavors of the sea, to be savored with a dram of Speyside’s fine whisky, the nectar praised by the bard Robert Burns as the “soul o’ plays and pranks!”

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In this realm of moors and forests, it would be no great surprise to meet white-robed druids gathering mistletoe with their billhooks. The Irish landscapes bear witness to the country’s Celtic roots. Back in the hills, where thousands of cows graze, stand ancient megalithic monuments, steeped in mystery and seemingly without number. These immense stones, standing upright, superimposed, arranged in circles and spirals, were no doubt the scene of lost religious ceremonies. Like the Drombeg Cromlech, a stone circle also known as “the Druid’s Altar” in County Cork. Ireland’s Gaelic language may have declined down the centuries, but its Celtic music is alive and thriving. On Saint Patrick’s Day, March 17, the sound of bagpipes and bodhráns (small traditional drums) echoes in the streets. The celebrations are as friendly and cheerful as the Irish themselves, who crowd the pubs to toast their patron saint. The tipple of choice is Guinness, the rich black stout that fuels every Irish evening with its distinctive flavor of roasted grain.

While conviviality reigns in the cities and villages, the countryside reveals nature in its purest state. Starting with the steep, rocky coasts: around the port town of Ardmore, the waves break dramatically against the cliffs, where hikers brave the squalls to explore the dizzying heights.

Shielded from the ocean’s fury, but no less spectacular, Kenmare Bay stretches inland, sprinkled with islets where seals come to bask in the sun. In Ireland’s beautiful southwest corner, Killarney and its lakes are overlooked by McGillycuddy’s Reeks, a mountain range whose jagged peaks have a wild majesty belying their modest altitude. With their gray stone walls, the castles and manors of Ireland fit perfectly into their surroundings. Like Lismore Castle, one of the finest, whose clusters of square crenellated towers rise from the banks of the Blackwater River. Behind their thick walls, some of these structures house immense, convoluted stills where visitors can discover another Irish tradition. The oldest distillery of them all is Old Bushmills, whose triple-distilled whiskey captures the flavor of Ireland: slightly bitter at first, then gradually revealing a delicate, refined intensity.

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Ballyfin Demesne, a stunning estate between lake and mountains

THE BITTER TASTE OF THE SWEET LIFE

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ASPARAGUS

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CLAUDE BOSI HIBISCUS, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM

ARNAUD BIGNON THE GREENHOUSE, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE FOOD PRODUC T ?

Respect for the seasons is essential to my cuisine. I keep repeating this because it really is crucial. The vegetables are fabulous in the spring, especially asparagus.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR FAVORITE FOOD PRODUCT…

I am a big fan of crustacean ( lobster, langoustine and prawn), I like the texture of the flesh and sometime the sweetness you can have on the spiny lobster.

WHAT ARE ITS CHAR AC TERISTICS?

Asparagus is a nice, crisp vegetable, full of flavor and full of life. It fits in perfectly with my style of cuisine, infused with feeling and devotion

WHAT ARE ITS CHAR AC TERISTICS?

With the crustacean there are so many ways to use them and to combine with acidity, sweetness and texture game.

HOW DO YOU PREPARE IT ?

I like to cook it à la plancha and serve it just slightly warm as a starter, with a sprinkle of smoked oil and garnished with orange confit and a black truffle purée.

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HOW DO YOU LIKE TO PREPARE IT ?

I like them when simply cooked in a court bouillon and after just finish in a melted butter infused with some fresh herbs or spices.

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LANGOUSTINE

MICHAEL WIGNALL GIDLEIGH PARK , CHAGFORD, DE VON, UNITED KINGDOM

DANIEL CLIFFORD MIDSUMMER HOUSE, C A MBRIDGE, UNITED KINGDOM

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE FOOD PRODUC T ?

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE FOOD PRODUC T ?

English Game as the season offers such a variety, especially in this country. For a chef, it’s also a real sign of change in the seasons..

My favorite product is Langoustine.

WHAT ARE ITS CHAR AC TERISTICS?

All game has its own characteristics which makes it such a versatile product. Hare in particular is always popular on the menu and it’s great to put such a classic with new cooking techniques.

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WHAT ARE ITS CHAR AC TERISTICS?

A few reasons but the main one being the easyness to work with it!

HOW DO YOU LIKE TO PREPARE IT ?

You can enjoy them as they come or in a variety of other ways. For example, my preference would be butterflyed, then grilled with a nice garlic butter.

HOW DO YOU LIKE TO PREPARE IT ?

To prepare Hare, we trim and roast the best end using a more traditional method and then lightly poach the loin of hare to give it texture and finish. The combination of the two results is a sublime taste of the classic roasting method, married with the light flavours of poaching.

MEADOWSWEET PANNACOTTA (MAKES 6-8) CLAUDE BOSI HIBISCUS, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM INGREDIENTS

600g cream 200g milk 8g meadowsweet 120g sugar 2.5 leaves gelatine METHOD

Combine the milk and cream in a saucepan, and gently bring to the boil.

Pour over the meadow sweet. Infuse for one hour.

Soak the gelatin in cold water until it becomes soft.

Strain the milk and cream.

Add the sugar.

Bring back to the boil and cool slightly.

Add the soaked gelatin. Pass.

Pour into old fashioned glasses.

Set in the fridge over night.

Serve with traditional shortbread biscuits.

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CHICKEN R AYMOND BL ANC LE M ANOIR AUX QUAT ’ S AISONS , OXFORD, UNITED KINGDOM MARTIN BURGE WHATLE Y M ANOR , M ALMESBURY, WILTSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE FOOD PRODUC T ?

RB > I love to cook chicken. It’s a very nice meat

that lends itself to creativity and is full of surprises.

Like Raymond, I take a great deal of pleasure in cooking chicken.

MB >

WHAT ARE ITS CHAR AC TERISTICS? RB > When they think about English

chicken, most people think of “hormones and industrial breeding.” But some farmers are producing excellent free-range poultry, and Rhug chickens are among the best. They’re organic, raised in the open and feeding whenever they want. Their meat is tender, with an intense flavor. Mine come from

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two sources: Laverstoke Park Farm and Rhug Estate. We have all the traceability forms, which guarantees that we’re serving our customers the best product available.

I try to source my chickens from local farmers as much as possible. The goal is to find the right balance between the best product and its sustainability.

MB >

HOW DO YOU PREPARE IT ?

RB > In the summer we offer

roast chicken au jus with a smoked potato purée, or grilled chicken breast with tomato fondue, garden beans and Kalamata olives. We always serve chicken with inseason ingredients, like asparagus or morels in the spring, or lemon, smoked paprika and tomatoes in the summer.

I love to roast “black foot” chicken and then serve the breast with morels and asparagus, which I enhance with a Sauterne gelée and Morteau sausage.

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HIBISCUS

THE GREENHOUSE

CLIVEDEN HOUSE

United Kingdom, London

United Kingdom, London

United Kingdom, Berkshire

Fine dining in discreet Mayfair surroundings

French cuisine with an English twist

The hub of elegance and decadence for centuries

One of London’s most loved fine dining destinations. Hibiscus is renowned for Chef Claude Bosi’s intelligently creative cuisine. Marrying seasonal produce with modern, yet grounded techniques, Bosi delights guests with a myriad of flavourful dishes. Located in fashionable Mayfair, the entrance on Maddox Street leads through the reception into the stylish and contemporary interior. Italian crystal chandeliers and French oak panelling add a gentle light to the room. Service is paced and attentive, yet informal. The wine list, overseen by Isabelle Legeron MW, is authentic and exquisite.

The Greenhouse offers a tranquil sanctuary in the heart of London; as you walk down a tree-lined pathway, the hustle and bustle of Mayfair gently fades away. Within the restrained décor of his restaurant, Arnaud Bignon places great care into sourcing the finest produce. Drawing on classical French techniques, his exquisite, modern cuisine is enhanced by unusual flavours from around the world. From Orkney scallops, green tomatoes, verbena and samphire to organic Welsh lamb, cucumber, nori and black garlic, Arnaud’s unexpected combinations aim to surprise and delight diners. The Greenhouse’s menu is complemented by an outstanding wine list of over 3,400 different bins and highly knowledgeable sommeliers.

Behind its imposing period façade, this grand 17th century stately home boasts interiors brimming with English charm. Exquisite antique furniture and oil paintings contribute to creating a warm and very intimate ambiance.

Not surprising that it has hosted many famous names throughout its history, and some of them, such as Charlie Chaplin and Winston Churchill, have even lent their names to rooms. Cliveden House, in the heart of Berkshire, is renowned for its magnificent 376 acre estate overlooking the River Thames offering tranquillity and exquisite dining just outside London and a stone’s throw from Windsor, Ascot and Heathrow.

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Sue Williams T: + 44 1628 668561 / F: + 44 1628 661837 cliveden@relaischateaux.com Taplow SL6 0JF ■ (Berkshire) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/cliveden MAÎTRE DE MAISON

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AMBERLEY CASTLE

LONGUEVILLE MANOR

United Kingdom, Sussex

United Kingdom, West Sussex

United Kingdom, Jersey

Discover William Robinson’s original Wild Garden

900 years of romance and serenity in the South Downs National Park

Poetic exile

Gravetye Manor is a truly enchanting place; both close to the pleasures of London, yet far from its hustle and bustle. This beautiful Elizabethan manor sits proudly amongst the winding pathways and abundant flower beds in the English natural and wild gardens created by William Robinson, the father of the English natural garden and a former owner of the estate.

This quintessential English country house’s charm is evident in the wood panelled restaurant with crackling log fires. All year round, the sweeping countryside views, first-class cuisine and attentive yet unobtrusive service ensure an unforgettable experience.

Amberley Castle’s idyllic setting beside the River Arun places this medieval survivor in some of the loveliest English Countryside. The majority of guest rooms and bathrooms have been individually designed by the Brownsword family to provide the highest standards of luxury and comfort. Enjoy the calm and warm ambience of our lounges and library complete with roaring log fires on cold winter days. Amberley Castle is renowned for the quality of its cuisine – superb locally sourced seasonal ingredients are matched with whatever is fresh that day.

Feeling serene and secure behind the castle’s portcullis and battlements, many of our guests venture no further than our beautiful gardens which include a putting course, croquet lawn and tennis court.

It was on the island of Jersey that exiled Victor Hugo wrote some of his most beautiful poems. This is readily understandable upon visiting this magical island edged by wild beaches.

A poetic atmosphere envelops you the moment you pass through the gates of this 14th century manor house. In the grounds there are majestic fountains and delightful little wooden bridges, and the suites boast silky soft fabrics and state of the art bathrooms. The old crypt is now a smoke house for the kitchen’s smoked fish and meats.

You can find your self-imposed exile between a game of lawn tennis and a stroll through the woodland amongst hundred-year-old sycamores and oaks.

Andrew and Christina Brownsword Pier Vowels T: + 44 (0)1798 831 992 / F: + 44 (0)1798 831 998 amberley@relaischateaux.com Amberley Castle, Amberley BN18 9LT ■ (West Sussex) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/amberley

Malcolm and Patrica Lewis Pedro Bento T: + 44 (0)1534 725501 / F: + 44 (0)1534 731613 longueville@relaischateaux.com Longueville Road, St. Saviour JE2 7WF ■ (Jersey) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/longueville

Jeremy and Elizabeth Hosking Andrew Thomason T: + 44 (0)1342 810567 / F: + 44 (0)1342 810080 gravetye@relaischateaux.com Vowels Lane, West Hoathly RH19 4LJ ■ (Sussex) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/gravetye OWNERS

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SUMMER LODGE COUNTRY HOUSE & SPA

GIDLEIGH PARK

United Kingdom, Hampshire

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United Kingdom, Dorset

Rediscover the pleasure of time well spent

As you imagine England should be

Restore your senses in comfort and style – at our Heaven in Devon

Cheerful sage shutters and immaculate sweeping lawns welcome visitors to Chewton Glen. A luxury country house hotel and spa set in 130 acres of Hampshire countryside on the edge of the New Forest National Park.

The location, just a few minutes’ walk from the beach at Highcliffe, makes it the perfect country house resort for a family holiday. Hidden away in a wooded valley you will find the hotel’s luxury treehouses. The restaurant is as formal or relaxed as the mood takes you and is a nexus of beautiful conservatories, intimate dining spaces and a stunning wine room. The luxury health spa is dedicated to personalised service and indulgent spa experiences.

Deep in the heart of the rolling Wessex countryside and near the dramatic rocks and fossils of the world renowned Jurassic Coast, little has changed from the days it was immortalised in the novels of Thomas Hardy. Set in nearly two hectares of idyllic gardens, with a croquet lawn, health spa, and a collection of richly furnished guest rooms and suites, Summer Lodge is a small world in itself. Add in a restaurant of international repute, one of the best cheeseboards in the UK, a cellar boasting over 1 400 wines, and the 300 whiskeys and 100 brandies that are on offer, and it’s easy to see why guests come from so far and wide.

Gidleigh Park sits majestically on the bubbling upper reaches of the River Teign within 107 acres of mature grounds which feature an acclaimed kitchen garden, croquet lawns and putting course.

The house has an air of tranquillity and romance and a genuinely warm welcome awaits you. The majority of guest rooms overlook the beautiful gardens and the river, each unique with thoughtful touches and indulgent bathrooms. And of course there is the sublime food of Chef Michael Wignall whose modern European cuisine is a celebration of West Country produce from land and sea. Match this with one of the finest wine cellars in the UK and a visit to Gidleigh Park will be an unforgettable experience.

Bea Tollman Charles Lotter T: + 44 (0)1935 482000 / F: + 44 (0)1935 482040 summer@relaischateaux.com 9 Fore Street, Evershot DT2 0JR ■ (Dorset) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/summer

Andrew and Christina Brownsword Federico Aresti T: + 44 (0)1647 432367 / F: + 44 (0)1647 432574 gidleigh@relaischateaux.com Chagford, TQ13 8HH ■ (Devon) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/gidleigh

OWNER

Andrew Stembridge T: + 44 (0)1425 275341 / F: + 44 (0)1425 272310 chewton@relaischateaux.com Christchurch Road, New Forest BH25 6QS ■ (Hampshire) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/chewton MAÎTRE DE MAISON

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THE IDLE ROCKS

THE ROYAL CRESCENT HOTEL & SPA

LUCKNAM PARK HOTEL & SPA

United Kingdom, Somerset

United Kingdom, Wiltshire

Re-engage with the simple pleasures in life

The most iconic location in Bath

Country house living at its very best

The Idle Rocks is situated idyllically on the harbourside in the traditional fishing village of St Mawes. Perched perfectly on the rocks, it’s the home from home where you can make yourself comfortable in one of the 19 individually designed bedrooms, each with its own, unique style and charm. The majority of the rooms boast wonderful views across the harbour and out towards the sea. You can wake to the sound of waves lapping against the very idle rocks below. The restaurant and south facing terrace also offer an ideal location to appreciate the view across the water, whilst enjoying fabulous food, centred on fresh Cornish ingredients. The Idle Rocks is the place to re-engage with the simpler pleasures in life.

Located in the centre of arguably the world’s finest crescent in the World Heritage site of Bath, the Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa is a destination in its own right. Combining period architecture and luxury furnishings alongside modern day technologies, the hotel eludes sophistication and charm and provides the ideal historic city centre retreat.

Behind the Georgian façade lie peaceful gardens with rose beds and lavender-lined paths, tranquillity spa and elegant, award-winning dining in The Dower House Restaurant offering diners a modern take on traditional British cuisine. A world away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, visitors from around the globe are invited to discover all the delights that the Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa has to offer.

Lucknam Park, the very name conjures up images of trees and stately nature.

This country retreat boasts sumptuous bedrooms and outstanding cuisine, to be savoured in the grand atmosphere of The Park Restaurant or in the less formal setting of The Brasserie.

Luxuriate in The Spa & new Well-being House, enjoy a beautiful horse ride over the estate, take a one-day course in our cookery school or simply enjoy the 202 hectares of gardens and the magnificent avenue of 400 lime and beech trees planted in 1827. If you want to venture out of this retreat, the lovely city of Bath is just 9 km away, but most who leave Lucknam Park find themselves wanting to return very soon.

United Kingdom, Cornwall

David and Karen Richards Paul Goodwin T: +44 (0)1326 2702704 idlerocks@relaischateaux.com Harbourside, St Mawes, TR2 5AN ■ (Cornwall) United Kingdom www.relais.com/idlerocks OWNERS

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Jonathan Stapleton T: + 44 (0)1225 823333 / F: + 44 (0)1225 339401 crescent@relaischateaux.com 16 Royal Crescent, Bath BA1 2LS ■ (Somerset) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/crescent MAÎTRE DE MAISON

Claire Randall T: + 44 (0)1225 742777 / F: + 44 (0)1225 743536 lucknam@relaischateaux.com Lucknam Park, SN14 8AZ Colerne, Chippenham ■ (Wiltshire) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/lucknam MAÎTRE DE MAISON

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THE VINEYARD

BELMOND LE MANOIR AUX QUAT’SAISONS

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A peaceful place inspired by a passion for relaxation

Eat. Sleep. And drink wine.

The good does not interest us, the sublime does

Two hours from London, the Cotswolds is an enchanting world of wide-open countryside and honey-coloured stone buildings. It is known as the Heart of England, not because of its geographical location – it is in the Southwest – but because of the emotion that it inspires amongst its visitors. It is here that you will find Whatley Manor, a beautiful private manor house hotel, set in twelve acres of English country gardens that are divided into 26 areas with different themes, based on plans dating back to 1920, with manicured lawns and herbaceous gardens. There is also a private cinema and contemporary spa.

The Vineyard has been described as a temple to Californian wine. Just outside Newbury, about an hour from London, it certainly deserves its reputation and more. The cellar holds over 30,000 wines from both the New and Old Worlds, as well as the unique and award-winning estate wines of the owner, Sir Peter Michael.

It is also celebrated for its contemporary French cooking with a Mediterranean touch, using seasonal sustainable produce prepared by the executive Chef.

The hotel lives up to expectations, too: traditional bedrooms, spacious contemporary suites, spa and a private art collection to die for, make it a delightful retreat for gourmands and the curious alike.

Just outside Oxford, Chef Raymond Blanc presides over a magnificent manor house, renowned for its hotel, cuisine and stunning gardens. For Blanc, “if the work itself is transient, the memory of the flavour remains”.

Amongst the abounding lavender, Blanc grows almost 90 varieties of vegetables and over 70 aromatic herbs, which you find on your plate, in one way or another. Blanc swears only by organic produce. The suites of the hotel, which all have evocative names and distinctive feels, the exoticism of Opium, the haven of tranquillity of Blanc de Blanc, the exuberance of Vettriano, are just as sublime. Enchantment in the land of Lewis Carroll and J.R.R. Tolkien.

Alix Landolt and Christian Landolt Gurval Durand T: + 44 (0)1666 822 888 / F: + 44 (0)1666 826 120 whatley@relaischateaux.com Easton Grey, Malmesbury SN16 ORB ■ (Wiltshire) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/whatley

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Raymond Blanc OBE FIH Jan-Paul Kroese T: + 44 (0)1844 278881 / F: + 44 (0)1844 278847 4saisons@relaischateaux.com Church Road, Great Milton, Oxford OX44 7PD ■ (Oxfordshire) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/4saisons

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BUCKLAND MANOR

MALLORY COURT

United Kingdom, Buckinghamshire

United Kingdom, Worcestershire

United Kingdom, Warwickshire

Welcome to one of the finest country houses in Buckinghamshire

The quintessential English manor set in the glorious Cotswolds

A midsummer night’s dream in the land of Shakespeare

Hartwell House, one of England’s stately homes just forty miles north west of London. Hartwell House is a picture-book country house set within magnificent landscaped grounds. While the actual building dates from the 17th century, the history of the property itself, once host to the court of Louis XVIII in exile, goes back to Edward the Confessor, almost one thousand years ago. Its architecture bears the traces of successive periods and styles, from the rococo marble chimneypieces to the baroque style of the grand hall, and yet retains an elegant integrity. Its opulent rooms, with their high ceilings and period furniture, are perfect examples of quintessential English charm.

Set next to a 13th Century church and nestled amidst beautiful gardens, Buckland Manor is one of the finest manor houses in the Cotswolds and a unique retreat for peace and reflection.

If not relaxing in surroundings of timeless beauty and elegance where crackling log fires warm the cosy lounges then you will be able to expend some energy on the tennis court or try your hand at horse riding, hunting and hiking. Savour its top hospitality, fine wines and exquisite food whether a sumptuous dinner or a light alfresco lunch amidst glorious vistas where the sun falls on honeyed stone.

With its air of classic English charm, it’s your perfect few days away and popular for exclusive house parties.

Not far from Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare, Mallory Court is charming for its understated beauty and dedicated staff.

This country manor house cultivates British elegance down to the slightest detail, from the perfectly mown lawns to the organic herb garden and traditional herbaceous borders. This is an ideal place to restore yourself.

Another must is a visit to the house where Shakespeare was born. Perhaps a woodland creature will whisper into your ear a verse composed by the great bard himself: “With this field-dew consecrate, Every fairy take his gait”, so that your time here will forever remain a memory like a midsummer night’s dream.

Sir Peter Rigby Mark E. Chambers & Sarah Baker T: + 44 (0)1926 330214 / F: + 44 (0)1926 451714 mallory@relaischateaux.com Harbury Lane, Leamington Spa CV33 9QB ■ (Warwickshire) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/mallory OWNER

Andrew and Christina Brownsword MAÎTRE DE MAISON Simon Franks T: + 44 (0)1386 852626 / F: + 44 (0)1386 853557 buckland@relaischateaux.com Buckland Manor, Buckland near Broadway WR12 7LY ■ (Worcestershire) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/buckland OWNERS

Matthew Johnson T: + 44 (0)1296 747444 / F: + 44 (0)1296 747450 hartwell@relaischateaux.com Hartwell House, Aylesbury HP17 8NR ■ (Buckinghamshire) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/hartwell MAÎTRE DE MAISON

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YNYSHIR HALL

HAMBLETON HALL

United Kingdom, Wales

United Kingdom, Powys - Mid Wales

United Kingdom, Rutland

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An unusual getaway in a magnificent setting

Formerly known as Llangoed Castle, the Hall is set in seventeen acres of Garden and Parkland in the valley of the River Wye, nine miles west of the picturesque Hay on Wye, in the Brecon Beacons National Park. Straddling the Welsh/English Border lands, Llangoed is an ideal base for visiting The Market towns of Brecon, Hereford, Ludlow & the Welsh capital of Cardiff.

According to the late Sir Clough William Ellis, the celebrated Welsh Architect, there appears to have been a house on this site since 560 AD. It is said that the First Welsh Parliament was held here. The Hall was Home to Laura Ashley the Fashion Designer with a World Famous Art Collection.

A Victorian House, elegantly converted into a prestigious hotel, Hambleton Hall is hidden away in the heart of the Midlands, in Rutland. England’s smallest county is also home to the largest artificial lake in Europe. A geographical detail which further enhances the seductive powers of this hotel perched on a hill overlooking the water. You will appreciate the incomparable hospitality of Tim and Stefa Hart and succumb to the charms of the sumptuous interior décor and the cuisine that is quite simply unique. When departing this magnificent setting, each guest has only one thing in mind… to return as soon as possible for another interlude of calm and well-being.

Calum C Milne Nick Brodie T: + 44 (0)1874 754 525 / F: + 44 (0)1874 754 545 llangoed@relaischateaux.com Llangoed Hall, Brecon, Powys; LD3 0YP ■ (Wales) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/llangoed

This charming manor house was once the property of Queen Victoria, and the beautiful gardens still show her influence, especially the fine collection of ornamental trees and shrubs. The estate surrounding the hotel, is now one of Britain’s finest bird reserves. The lovely location between the mountains and beaches attracts a plethora of wonderful bird species. Located near Machynlleth, the ancient capital of Wales, the house is now run by Joan Reen and her husband, Artist Rob Reen, whose bold canvasses adorn the walls. The décor shows an artist’s eye, and each room is composed as a work of art. A warm welcome awaits at Ynyshir, where each guest is treated as Royalty.

Joan & Rob Reen and John & Jen Talbot Joan Reen T: + 44 (0)1654 781 209 / F: + 44 (0)1654 781 366 ynyshir@relaischateaux.com Eglwysfach, Machynlleth SY20 8TA ■ (Powys - Mid Wales) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/ynyshir

Tim and Stefa Hart Chris Hurst T: + 44 (0)1572 756991 / F: + 44 (0)1572 724721 hambleton@relaischateaux.com Hambleton, Oakham LE15 8TH ■ (Rutland) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/hambleton

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NORTHCOTE

United Kingdom, Cambridge

United Kingdom, Lancashire

GILPIN HOTEL & LAKE HOUSE United Kingdom, Cumbria

The Midsummer House story is a tale of commitment and passion

Enjoy a gourmet break in lush countryside!

At Gilpin there is nothing to disturb your peace

Set in a handsome Victorian villa, on the romantically named Midsummer Common beside the River Cam, this delightful, restaurant is home to some seriously stylish food. Recently refurbished, sleek and contemporary the dining room with is atrium-style glass roof, windows and large mirrors deliver a feeling of light and space, with the room appropriately opening on to a pretty, secluded walled garden of fragrant herbs cultivated for the kitchen.

Upstairs there’s a private dining room, and a sophisticated bar and terrace for alfresco drinks with river views.

The garden boasts magnificent views over the lush, green Ribble Valley.

Food lovers will delight in the salads, herbs, fruits and vegetables which find their way onto their plates. Northcote restaurant is renowned for its fine cuisine and serves traditional Lancashire recipes with a modern twist, created from local produce: to add to the experience, the Chef’s Table, in the kitchen, offers insights into how the kitchen really operates. The guest rooms and living areas are decorated with contemporary sophistication and are relaxed and comfortable – the perfect accompaniment to this delightful, characterful country house.

Gilpin is a charming hotel in an extraordinary place: the Lake District National Park. With exquisitely designed rooms, at Gilpin Hotel six Garden Suites each have a private garden and hot tub, whilst five Spa Lodges each have an ensuite spa, with steam room, rainmaker shower, stone bath, walled garden, sauna and hot tub. At Gilpin Lake House (a mile away) six suites exclusively share 40 hectares including a private lake, swimming pool, sauna, hot tubs and boat house. Make time for the simple pleasures of the stunning surroundings, between soothing body treatments and invigorating sporting activities.

OWNERS Craig Bancroft, Nigel Haworth, Lynda & Richard Matthewman MAÎTRE DE MAISON Craig Bancroft T: + 44 (0)1254 240555 / F: + 44 (0)1254 246568 northcote@relaischateaux.com Northcote Road, BB6 8BE Blackburn ■ (Lancashire) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/northcote

Cunliffe Family T: + 44 (0)15394 88818 / F: + 44 (0)15394 88058 gilpin@relaischateaux.com Crook Road, Windermere LA23 3NE ■ (Cumbria) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/gilpin

Daniel Clifford MAÎTRE DE MAISON Mr Imbert T: + 44 (0)1223 369 299 jf.imbert@relaischateaux.com Midsummer Common, CB4 1HA ■ (Cambridge) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/midsummerhouse CHEF PATRON

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FARLAM HALL

GLENAPP CASTLE

KINLOCH HOUSE

United Kingdom, Cumbria

United Kingdom, Scotland

United Kingdom, Perthshire

Relax in this most English of country houses

A warm and personal welcome to our Scottish castle and home

A Scottish country house in the heart of glorious Perthshire

This beautiful old manor house stands in mature grounds sheltered by 100 year old trees that are now a haven of peace and quiet – but not always. In April 1837 George Stephenson’s famous “Rocket” locomotive was bought by the owning family and even ran on a test track through the garden. Covered in ivy and climbing vines that change colour with each season, the house blends marvellously into its surroundings and its presence is only betrayed when the little lake reveals its reflection. The interior design is that of a traditional country house. The local area is a paradise for walkers with the unspoilt Northern Pennines to the south and to the north, Hadrian’s Wall with the fabulous museums explaining the Roman’s occupation of Britain.

This Scottish Baronial castle, hidden away in 36 acres, including Gertrude Jekyll designed gardens, has stunning views across the Irish sea to Ailsa Craig and the Isle of Arran. Glenapp Castle is open to guests throughout the year and is also available as a unique exclusive use venue. Glenapp and the surrounding estates are loved by the most discerning of shooting and hunting parties, and the region is renowned for some of the best golf in the world. The rooms are rich in history, colour, fabric and antiques.

Glenapp Castle is renowned for its award winning cuisine, fine wines, and its sophisticated and impeccable service. We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful Scottish Castle and home.

Located in the heart of the stunningly beautiful countryside of Perthshire, with lochs, rivers and trees, Kinloch House is the ideal base from which to explore the area. Built in 1840, the family-run country house with a warm and friendly atmosphere has a stunning entrance hall with a log fire and an oak panelled staircase. The portrait gallery will awaken your imagination, and perhaps the fabled ghost will pay a visit. The bedrooms have been decorated with fine fabrics and furnishings, while the elegant dining room serves a menu using the finest local ingredients.

Paul & Poppy Szkiler John Orr T: + 44 (0)1465 831 212 / F: + 44 (0)1465 831 000 glenapp@relaischateaux.com Ballantrae, Ayrshire KA26 0NZ ■ (Scotland) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/glenapp

Allen Family Graeme Allen T: + 44 (0)1250 884 237 / F: + 44 (0)1250 884 333 kinloch@relaischateaux.com Blairgowrie PH10 6SG ■ (Perthshire) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/kinloch

Quinion Family Helen Quinion T: + 44 (0)16977 46234 / F: + 44 (0)16977 46683 farlam@relaischateaux.com Brampton CA8 2NG ■ (Cumbria) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/farlam OWNERS

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ISLE OF ERISKA HOTEL, SPA & ISLAND

AIRDS HOTEL & RESTAURANT

United Kingdom, Scotland

United Kingdom, Scotland

United Kingdom, Scotland

Championship golf course and sublime cuisine

A private Scottish Island exclusively dedicated to my guests

All the charm of the magnificent Scottish Highlands

Greywalls Hotel and its restaurant Chez Roux are situated on the edge of the Muirfield championship golf course with breathtaking views over East Lothian and the Firth of Forth in Scotland, not far from Edinburgh. Overlooking the world-famous greens of the ninth and 18th holes, and with ten golf courses nearby, it is a golfer’s paradise.

Greywalls was originally designed by Edwardian architect Sir Edwin Lutyens in 1901 as a “dignified” holiday home for his clients and today is renowned for retaining its original charm.

The building still has all of its Arts and Crafts’ period charm. Guests can also explore the hotel’s historic walled gardens designed by Gertrude Jekyll.

There is a certain magic about staying on a private island and Eriska is no exception. Located on the West Coast of Scotland, Eriska has gorgeous views overlooking Loch Linnhe and the Morvern Mountains. The island offers a truly unique experience. Highland cattle graze, badgers visit, grey seals and otters swim in the surrounding waters and countless birds, including the Golden Eagle, can be observed.

The hotel offers unique levels of personal service, with décor masterfully blending the old with the new. Distant islands form a stunning backdrop to Eriska’s golf course and guests can enjoy sailing or other activities.

With its breath-taking west coast scenery and unrivalled views across Loch Linnhe, Airds Hotel is the perfect spot to soak up the beauty of Scotland. Port Appin, where the hotel is located, provided the opening for Robert Louis Stevenson’s novel “Kidnapped”.

This exquisite 18th century lochside hotel with charmingly decorated rooms represents the very best of Scottish elegance. Excellent service is combined with the finest cuisine and a wine list that is just as impressive; admiring the spectacular views of the atmospheric loch and iconic mountains is a highlight at the restaurant. Airds is an excellent base from which to explore the Southern Hebridean Islands of Lismore, Mull and Iona.

Mr and Mrs Weaver Duncan Fraser T: + 44 (0)1620 842 144 / F: + 44 (0)1620 842 241 greywall@relaischateaux.com Duncur Road, Muirfield, Gullane EH31 2EG (near Edinburgh) ■ (Scotland) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/greywall OWNERS

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Buchanan-Smith Family Beppo Buchanan-Smith T: + 44 (0)1631 720371 / F: + 44 (0)1631 720531 eriska@relaischateaux.com Eriska Benderloch By Oban Argyll Scotland, Oban PA37 1SD ■ (Scotland) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/eriska

Shaun and Jenny McKivragan Graham Steven T: + 44 (0)1631 730 236 / F: + 44 (0)1631 730 535 airds@relaischateaux.com Port Appin, Argyll PA38 4DF ■ (Scotland) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/airds

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INVERLOCHY CASTLE

BALLYFIN DEMESNE

MARLFIELD HOUSE

United Kingdom, Scotland

Ireland, Laois

Ireland, Wexford

Relaxation and delights in the peaceful Highlands scenery

We want guests to have the best travel experience

Perpetuate the long and sound tradition of Irish hospitality

The mysterious waters of the lochs, surrounded by the misty mountains that rise out of the earth in this part of Scotland, never fail to make visitors dream. With its very own loch, Inverlochy Castle offers one of the most stunning Scottish panoramas. Queen Victoria said she “never saw a lovelier or more romantic spot”. At the foot of Ben Nevis, the highest peak in the United Kingdom, this charming castle with its billiard room and stately interiors is an ideal base from which to explore Fort William, the “Outdoor Capital of the UK”, and surrounding areas in the west coast of Scotland.

“Yesterday, I saw a most delightful place indeed, much beyond any place I have seen in Ireland – Ballyfin”.

The observation by an aristocratic 18th century visitor is still there today.

The 600 acre demesne is a place of tranquillity and great natural beauty.

Created and refined over the past 400 years with its woodlands, lake, water features, grottos, follies and walled gardens, it provides an idyllic private world for guests to explore and enjoy a range of activities. At its centre is the late Georgian House which has been carefully and thoroughly restored to provide an exceptional level of comfort and luxury combined with all the facilities to be expected in a grand hotel.

To arrive in this part of Ireland from Dublin, pass through the magical countryside of Wicklow, a county nestled between the sea and the mountains and boasting some of Ireland’s most stunning landscapes. Rosslare port is also very close to Marlfield House. It is in this unspoilt, yet easily accessible region that the Bowe family chose to create their gem of a hotel, a model of conviviality and elegance complete with a rose garden and woodland walks. Dining in the conservatory is delightful. Here, life is about enjoyment, don’t we call the Irish “the Latin people of the North”?

Jane Watson T: + 44 (0)1397 702177 / F: + 44 (0)1397 702953 inverlochy@relaischateaux.com Torlundy-Fort William, PH33 6SN ■ (Scotland) - United Kingdom www.relais.com/inverlochy

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Fred Krehbiel MAÎTRE DE MAISON Damien Bastiat T: + 353 578 755 866 / F: + 353 578 755 883 ballyfin@relaischateaux.com Ballyfin Demesne, Ballyfin ■ (Co. Laois) - Ireland www.relais.com/ballyfin

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PARK HOTEL KENMARE

Ireland, Waterford

Ireland, Kerry

Ireland, Kerry

What a stunning view!

As unique as Ireland itself

Victorian ambiance and Irish magic in the Kingdom of Kerry

Cliff House Hotel is in a stunning location, overlooking Ardmore Bay. The hotel’s architecture is truly extraordinary as it has been built right onto the side of the cliff. The bar and outdoor terrace, the restaurant, spa and each guest room all enjoy exceptional views of the expansive bay.

With direct access to the sea, the hotel offers numerous outdoor activities, such as ocean kayaking, surfing, whale watching, fishing and rock climbing.

There are many beaches nearby and you can walk to St. Declan’s Well on the famous Cliff Walk. Lismore Castle and the Midleton Whiskey distillery are easy to reach from Ardmore.

Surrounded by purple heather-covered mountains, Kenmare is one of the spots in Ireland that the Irish themselves like best. Sheen Falls Lodge is not only perfectly placed for exploring the southwest, the Ring of Beara, Ring of Kerry and the famous Killarney Lakes, but it is also known for its piano-jazz ambience, its collection of old Irish whiskeys, and the dishes prepared with the salmon caught in the nearby river. There are unrivalled views of Kenmare Bay, the McGuillicuddy Reeks and cascading Sheen waterfalls.

All of this, combined with outstanding Irish hospitality and Celtic legends, creates a sense of magic that pervades.

The Heritage town of Kenmare, in mystical Kerry, is home to this Victorian gem. Dating from 1897, the hotel enjoys a splendid location, with manicured gardens running to the lapping shores of Kenmare Bay. This is the Ireland of which you have always dreamed with its rugged coastal drives. Outdoor lovers will enjoy the many mountain and coastal walks in the area, championship golf links and fishing nearby. The SAMAS spa offers a wide range of personalised treatments. At the end of an idyllic day you can watch a classic in the hotel’s small private cinema, enjoying a very rare aged, peaty malt.

Barry O’Callaghan Adriaan Bartels T: + 353(0)24 87800 / F: + 353(0)24 87820 cliffhouse@relaischateaux.com Middle Road, Ardmore ■ (Co. Waterford) - Ireland www.relais.com/cliffhouse OWNER

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Francis and John Brennan Patrick Hanley T: + 353 (0)64 66 41200 / F: + 353 (0)64 66 41402 kenmare@relaischateaux.com Shelbourne St, Kenmare ■ (Kerry) - Ireland www.relais.com/kenmare OWNER

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UNITED KINGDOM & IRELAND Airds Hotel & Restaurant, Scotland

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Kinloch House, England

44

Amberley Castle, England

37

Llangoed Hall, Wales

42

Ballyfin Demesne, Scotland

46

Longueville Manor, Jersey

37

Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’ Saisons, England

40

Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa, England

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Buckland Manor, England

41

Chewton Glen, England

38

Mallory Court, England

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Cliff House Hotel, Ireland

47

Marfield House,Scotland

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Cliveden House, England

36

Midsummer House, England

43

Farlam Hall, England

44

Northcote, England

43

Gidleigh Park, England

38

Park Hotel, Ireland

47

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, England

43

Sheen Falls Lodge, Ireland

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Glenapp Castle, Scotland

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Summer Lodge Country House & Spa, England

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Gravetye Manor, England

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The Greenhouse, England

Greywalls Hotel and Chez Roux, Scotland Hambleton Hall, England

42

The Idle Rocks, England

39

Hartwell House & Spa, England

41

The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa, England

39

Hibiscus, England

36

The Vineyard, England

40

Inverlochy Castle, Scotland

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Whatley Manor Hotel & Spa, England

40

Isle of Eriska Hotel, Spa & Island, Scotland

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Ynyshir Hall, Wales

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