Elegant and tranquil country estates provide the perfect atmosphere in which to explore Lewis

The Culloden Estate and Spa Belfast, Northern Ireland:

Standing high on the wooded slopes of the Holywood hills, overlooking Belfast Lough and the County Antrim coastline, is the magnificent Culloden Estate and Spa, one of the most prestigious 5 star hotels in Northern Ireland.

Originally built as an official palace for the Bishops of Down, the Culloden stands in 12 acres of beautiful secluded gardens and woodland and is only 5 miles from the center of Belfast. Palatial surroundings, fine antiques and the highest levels of personal service combine to give the Culloden a unique air of elegance. Each of the 105 guest bedrooms and suites are exquisitely decorated and tastefully furnished to provide a true feeling of calm and relaxation. Many of the rooms have wonderful views over the hotel gardens and down towards Belfast Lough.

The Old Parsonage Hotel Oxford, England:

A Wisteria clad stone building dating back to 1660, the smart, privately owned luxury Old Parsonage Hotel is ideally located for our sojourn and just a short walk to everything in Oxford.  Situated between Keble and Somerville Colleges, our inviting abode for the second half of the week has changed little since the days that Lewis himself surely walked past on many occasions.

Each of its thirty bedrooms offers traditional British character as well as all of the facilities one expects in a fine boutique hotel.   Its charming restaurant offers the very best of classic British food expertly prepared by the resident chef.  Its wonderful walled terrace provides a relaxing environment to enjoy an afternoon tea or an evening cocktail.  And don’t miss the live jazz that is performed here every Friday evening.