Moated castle estate
A broad moat rings the neoclassical manor, which operates as a quiet country estate surrounded by private woods and fairways.
What it’s good at
Notable
A seventeenth-century moated manor rebuilt in 1828, preserved as a registered national monument.
Notable
A nine-hole Donald Steel golf course across forty-eight hectares of wooded estate parkland.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
This lush country house has a rich history, which is apparent from its grandeur, cachet and charm.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
On a wooded 48-hectare estate near Brummen, surrounded by historic parkland and a golf course.
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The rooms
Rooms occupy the main castle, carriage house, and garden pavilion. The two-story Wellness Suite adds a private sauna.
The spa
The spa occupies the estate's historic carriage house, with a single treatment room and a glass conservatory lounge.
Sauna and plunge pool
A timber sauna sits beside a heated plunge pool on an outdoor patio overlooking the moat.
At the table
Restaurant Judith serves multi-course tasting menus in a glass conservatory overlooking the moat and estate parkland.
How it began
The seventeenth-century manor served as an architectural model for Paleis Het Loo, before an 1828 rebuild gave it a neoclassical facade.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.