Fodor's Expert Review Estate Private Hotel

Built in 1907 as a wedding present to Lady Mary Oppenheimer, this exquisite guesthouse lets you see how the rich and famous lived it up at the turn of last century. The current owners successfully maintain the national monument's old English Victorian decor and atmosphere while imbuing each room with a different design. Small details include handmade chocolates (created by the in-house chef) on pillows, turndown service, and slippers and gowns laid out with care. The exclusive Butlers restaurant ($–$$$) and its tea garden have officially been demystified by locals, after having been the private domain of guests for many years. Fine dining accompanied by white linen and fine silverware makes this the place for the discerning diner who likes to linger over a meal.