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Howsham Hall

Malton, nr York, North Yorkshire, England

Sleeps 28 guests in 12 rooms. From £5,305 per night (meals quoted separately).

Our Experts Say:

Grade I listed Howsham Hall lies to the north-east of York, North Yorkshire, in a quiet secluded valley. After 350 years as a family home, the hall has been transformed into a luxury countryside retreat, finished to the highest standards. With a variety of stunning event spaces and 12 luxury bedrooms, it is a perfect venue for private getaways with family and friends, corporate and dining events, and luxury weddings. See more

9
Superb
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Carlton Towers

North Yorkshire, England

Sleeps 31 guests in 16 rooms. From £5,000 per night (includes breakfast, dinner quoted separately).

Our Experts Say:

Carlton Towers is the family home of Lord and Lady Gerald Fitzalan Howard, a Victorian Gothic-style country house with opulent, luxury interiors, nestled within 250 acres of magnificent scenery. Stays can be tailored to suit your requirements; your celebration, your wedding, your menus – whatever your reason for visiting – planned meticulously to ensure your thorough enjoyment. See more

9.4
Outstanding
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Swinton Estate

Masham, North Yorkshire, England

Sleeps 80 guests in 42 rooms. Price on application.

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Owned by the Cunliffe-Lister family since the 1880s, and the ancestral seat of the Earl of Swinton, this luxurious property combines the traditional warmth of a family home with all the modern comforts of a contemporary hotel. The large estate offers a full range of outdoor and rural activities, along with a relaxing modern spa. See more

9.8
Outstanding
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The Hall at Bolton Abbey

Yorkshire Dales, England

Sleeps 22 guests in 12 rooms. From £19,386 for 3 nights (meals quoted separately).

Our Experts Say:

The Hall at Bolton Abbey is located on the southern tip of the Yorkshire Dales, amidst spectacular moors and ancient woodland. This 14th-century former gatehouse is the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire’s private Yorkshire residence and the ultimate spot for an exclusive escape. With 28,000 acres to explore. The Hall and its estate are exclusively yours, with a team on-hand to provide the ultimate concierge service. See more

Rise Hall

Rise, Hull, Yorkshire, England

Sleeps 62 guests in 31 rooms. From £9,328 per night (meals quoted separately).

Our Experts Say:

Rise Hall is great for celebrations with family and friends. Standing in an isolated part of the tranquil Yorkshire countryside on a 30-acre estate, from the moment your guests arrive down the sweeping carriage driveway, they will be guaranteed a warm and friendly welcome and will be encouraged to make themselves at home. See more

Broughton Hall

Skipton, North Yorkshire, England

Sleeps 32 guests in 17 rooms. From £18,000 for 2 nights (includes breakfast, dinner quoted separately).

Our Experts Say:

This historic country house is situated on the edge of The Yorkshire Dales, near the market town of Skipton, and enjoys easy communications with the cities of Leeds and Manchester. Exclusively yours – Broughton Hall offers a unique and authentic opportunity to experience life in a traditional stately home. See more

9.4
Outstanding
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