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The Farmstead review: The log cabins of your dreams in the heart of Suffolk
The lodges at The Farmstead in Suffolk, not far from the world famous site at Sutton Hoo, are cosy, charming, quirky and fun. Toby Keel paid a visit.
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F Zeen hotel review: Reconnect, recharge and rejuvenate at this adults-only wellness retreat in Kefalonia
Looking for somewhere to live out your 'New Year; new me' mantra? Then follow in the footsteps of Victoria Marston who discovers a perfect break from reality on the Greek island of Kefalonia.
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Atlanta Trevone review: The apartments making waves in Cornwall
Lydia Stangroom discovers a New England-style beach house on the Cornish coast that's as enchanting in the winter as it is come summer.
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Gleneagles Townhouse review: The contemporary townhouse hotel with a beguiling history
Gleneagles Townhouse has seemingly, and impressively, matched the lofty standards set by its country cousin, Gleneagles hotel, finds Mary Miers, on a visit to the hotel, member's club and all-day restaurant rolled into one.
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Treasured islands: The Maldivian hotels leading the way when it comes to sustainability and ocean conservation
Sustainability has never been more luxurious than in the Maldives, where innovative methods are being employed to ease environmental pressures without sacrificing style, finds our Travel Editor Rosie Paterson.
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The Grosvenor Hotel, Stockbridge review: A boutique, historic hotel for a boutique, historic town
The Cotswolds without the crowds? Annunciata Elwes visits Stockbridge’s Grosvenor Hotel.
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The Country Life guide to Northumberland: Where to go, what to see, where to stay and what to eat
Crowd-free beaches, coastline, marshes and meadows, and plenty of wildlife make Northumberland a superb place to go. Here's our guide to what to do, where to stay and what to eat.
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Wild Thyme & Honey hotel review: A genuinely dog-friendly, boutique country inn in the heart of the Cotswolds
Many hotels promise to be dog-friendly, but few are as truly welcoming as Wild Thyme & Honey in the Cotswolds, say Paula Lester and her labrador Nimrod.
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Idyllic hotels in the Maldives, Seychelles and Mauritius, as picked out by the experts at Turquoise Holidays
The Turquoise Holiday Company partners with boutique-hotels on the world’s best beaches for the perfect winter-sun break.
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Retreat East: The Suffolk weekend escape with Nature at its heart
Emma Earnshaw checks into Retreat East and finds a new hotel that's paving the way for more sustainable hospitality.
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Gleneagles: The iconic Scottish golf hotel that is a perfect Highland haven for the non-golfer
From falconry to fly fishing, there's something for everyone at Gleneagles, says Country Life's Editor-in-Chief Mark Hedges, who checked in for his honeymoon.
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A Country Life editor's pilgrimage to Lindisfarne
Country Life magazine's Editor-in-Chief Mark Hedges pays a visit to Lindisfarne, the castle owned and restored by the magazine’s founder as his Northumberland retreat.
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Wish you were here? Eight of the world's most unusual beaches
From towering sea stacks to endangered penguins, the world’s most interesting beaches offer more than pristine sand and crystalline waters, finds Antonia Windsor.
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How to get a touch of country life in London in the summer, from treehouse hotel to outdoor pools and al fresco dining
From swim spots and pick-you-own sunflowers farms to hotels with unbeatable views, Rosie Paterson tells you how to make the most of London while the sun is still shining and where to stay
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Life on the islands of Britain: 'Mesmerising in its beauty and deeply cruel in equal measure’
They may not be home to great cities or blue lagoons, but our British islands are places of insular retreat that encapsulate extremes of weather, architecture, landscape and emotion, says Mary Miers.
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The Swan Hotel: a luxury Lake District bolthole with a brand new spa to boot
The Swan Hotel in Newby Bridge recently celebrated the opening of its new multi-million pound Holte Spa. Emily Anderson checks in and spaces out
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Coquillade Provence Resort & Spa review: The picturesque French village that became a luxury hotel
Phoebe Hunt checks into a village-style hotel in the Luberon Valley, famed for its cycling and vineyards.
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F Zeen: The good life at a retreat on Kefalonia
Luxurious F Zeen, in Kefalonia, is the perfect place to soothe body and soul.
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The 'workation' at The Lanesborough — a little bit of work, a whole lot of luxury
How about a ‘workation’? The new idea which has been coined by London hotels, encouraging professionals struggling with working from home to use hotel rooms as temporary offices. Hetty Lintell prefers a staycation option, where work and relaxation go hand in hand.
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Capital Region USA: An enchanting mix of country road trips, city grandeur, waterfront living and natural beauty
The area around Washington DC isn't the obvious choice for holidaymakers crossing the Atlantic, but as Sophia Constant discovered it offers a huge range of wonderful options — particularly if you pencil it in now for the autumn.
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Rothay Manor — The Lake District as it should be: fresh air, breathtaking views, hearty food and a good night’s sleep
Octavia Pollock checks into Rothay Manor in Ambleside, Cumbria.
