Country hotels near Edinburgh
Country Hotel Breaks Near Edinburgh
5 country houses, estates, inns, and rural retreats that deliver the classic british weekend away. within 150km of Edinburgh, chosen for short breaks where travel time still leaves room for dinner, walks, and a proper reset.
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For short breaks, the best country hotels combine walks, food, fires, gardens, and easy arrival times.
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choose between coastal boltholes, Highland-edge retreats, and grand country hotels with enough drama to justify the journey.
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Edinburgh
Prestonfield House
Five-star historic estate on 20 acres near Arthur's Seat with glamorous rooms and Rhubarb restaurant.
3km from Edinburgh · approx. 25 mins · Easy overnight escape

Auchterarder, Perthshire
Gleneagles
Legendary Scottish estate with championship golf, falconry and Highland grandeur.
51km from Edinburgh · approx. 55 mins · Easy overnight escape

Kelso, Scottish Borders
Schloss Roxburghe
Destination by Hyatt luxury resort on historic estate with championship golf, spa and infinity pool.
63km from Edinburgh · approx. 69 mins · Easy overnight escape

Glencoe, Highlands
Glencoe House
Top-ranked Highland luxury with private balconies and stunning mountain views.
143km from Edinburgh · approx. 2 hr 35 mins · Worth-the-journey break

Consett, Northumberland
Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel
Luxury country hotel in 20 acres overlooking Derwent Valley with boutique cottages.
148km from Edinburgh · approx. 2 hr 40 mins · Worth-the-journey break
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For short breaks, the best country hotels combine walks, food, fires, gardens, and easy arrival times.