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Ashford Castle, Cong, Ireland
opulent rooms, endless hallways, numerous dining options, and health
and beauty spa, you may never leave the estate of the Ashford Castle, built
in 1625.
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Thornbury Castle, Thornbury, England
Feel like royalty as you sleep in your bedchamber
at Thornbury Castle, built in 1521, where Anne Boleyn, King Henry VIII and
Queen Mary II once resided.
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Chateau de Bagnols, Lyon, France
Enjoy a glass of Beaujolais while at the Chateau de Bagnols, situated
among vineyards and forests in the French countryside.
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Inverlochy Castle, Fort William,
Scotland
The mountainous backdrop of the Inverlochy Castle, located in the
Scottish highlands, inspired praise from Queen Victoria who wrote in her
diaries, "I never saw a lovelier or more romantic spot." The stained glass
windows, chandeliers and grand hall reflect the elegance of the interior.
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Castle Hotel Auf Schoenburg, Oberwesel,
Germany
The Castle Hotel Auf Schoenburg overlooks the medieval town of
Oberwesel, in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, a World heritage site.
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Parador de Cardona, Cardona, Spain
Atop a spectacular hill, Parador de Cardona, built in 986, was once
maintained by the local residents, in exchange for a supply of much-coveted
salt.
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Swinton Park, Masham, North Yorkshire,
England
Surrounded by 200 acres of parkland including a river, lake, and
gardens, Swinton Park offers numerous activities including croquet, fishing,
and horseback riding.
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Castle Stuart, Inverness, Scotland
Once a retreat for the Stuart Family, the Castle Stuart was
abandoned-except for reports of an occasional ghost-for 300 years.
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Castelletto de Montebenichi, Arezzo,
Italy
In the heart of the Tuscan countryside, the Castelletto de
Montebenichi combines 12th century architecture with 21st century amenities.
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Castle ten Berghe, Bruges, Belgium
Within walking distance of Bruges, Castle ten Berghe is a perfect
base for visiting the historic town and enjoying the Belgian landscape.
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