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Live Your Bridgerton Fantasy at These Historic Hotels in England

If the new season of Netflix’s ‘Bridgerton’ has you dreaming of traveling back in time to enjoy lavish dinners, beautiful walks in the English countryside, and life in a stately British manor home, don’t worry! You don’t actually need a time machine. Just spend a few days at one of these ten historic hotels in England to live out your Bridgerton fantasies.

1. Cliveden House in Berkshire

Located just an hour outside of London, Cliveden House is a stunning Victorian mansion built in 1851. It has served as home to both the second Duke of Sutherland and the American millionaire William Waldorf Astor. Today, this 47-room hotel run by the National Trust features:

  • Two on-site restaurants
  • Two restored vintage boats for guests to explore the surrounding countryside or picnic on the Thames (additional cost applies)
Gardens and mansion Luton Hoo Hotel
Stroll the thousand-acre park at Luton Hoo. © Ana Iacob / Getty Images

2. Luton Hoo in Bedfordshire

Situated on a thousand-acre plot on the border between Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire, Luton Hoo Hotel is a popular film location featuring a rich history. Its 228 rooms are spread across five different buildings and amenities include:

  • A luxurious spa
  • Golf courses
  • Two on-site restaurants
  • Bikes available for rent
  • Clay pigeon shooting school and croquet lawns

3. Beaverbrook in Surrey

Originally built in 1866, Beaverbrook derives its name from its most notable resident, Lord Beaverbrook. The estate has been transformed into a hotel that showcases period restoration along with modern luxuries:

  • Artwork displayed inside and outside the mansion
  • A spa and four restaurants
  • A private cinema and an activities program including a survival skills academy
Landscaped Gardens at The Grove Hotel near London
Artifacts from as far back as 3000BC have been found on the grounds of The Grove. © Maria Lezama / Getty Images

4. The Grove in Hertfordshire

With a history dating back to 3000 BC, The Grove offers both modern comforts and period activities. Guests can enjoy:

  • Clay pigeon shooting
  • Hawking
  • Horseback riding

5. Lime Wood in Hampshire

Famed for hosting the Smoked & Uncut summer music festival, Lime Wood Hotel combines a music vibe with a tranquil elegance, featuring:

  • A luxury spa
  • A working Victorian greenhouse

6. Goodwood in Sussex

Goodwood is home to the Dukes of Richmond and provides stylish accommodations along with thrilling adventure experiences like:

  • Motorsport and horse racing events
  • Flying and race car driving experiences
Gravetye Manor
Gravetye Manor in Sussex is known for its expansive garden. © Clive Nichols / Getty Images

7. Gravetye Manor in West Sussex

Famed for its stunning gardens, Gravetye Manor features:

  • 35 acres of flowers, orchards, and vegetables
  • A historical interior that offers modern comforts

8. Hambleton Hall in Rutland

Built in 1881, Hambleton Hall feels like a cozy English country home. Guests can stroll through 17 acres of grounds and enjoy:

  • A walled kitchen garden that supplies produce for a Michelin star restaurant.
Elaborate Stairwell in Hartwell House
Hartwell House retains much of its historic ambience to this day. © nik wheeler / Getty Images

9. Hartwell House in Buckinghamshire

Owned by the National Trust, this Jacobean and Georgian house features:

  • 90 acres of gardens and parkland
  • A historic interior with modern spa services

10. Grantley Hall in North Yorkshire

Originally built in the mid-18th century, Grantley Hall now boasts a modern luxury interior, perfect for food enthusiasts with:

  • Three restaurants
  • Three bars
  • A luxurious spa with an indoor pool


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