Ever wondered where the new royal baby might sleep, which room the Queen opens her Christmas presents or what the inside of Buckingham Palace looks like? Well by booking a staycation with HomeAway.co.uk you need wonder no more.

With the country buzzing with the birth of Prince George of Cambridge and the 60th anniversary of The Queen's 60th coronation, what better time to pass on expensive flights, crowded airports and long distance travel and instead enjoy the plethora of Royal residences, amazing beaches, beautiful towns and villages on home shores?

HomeAway.co.uk Regional Director Erica Chang, said, "From regal robes and crown jewels to sumptuous state apartments and ceremonial carriages, by booking at property with HomeAway.co.uk close to a Royal property, holidaymakers can get a glimpse into how Britain's Royal Family, which is really in the spotlight at the moment, live."

She added, "At HomeAway.co.uk we have a wide range of well equipped, reasonably priced apartments, cottages and houses across the UK which make a great base for a staycation that will make you feel like royalty and the whole family can learn a little bit of history at the same time."

Buckingham Palace is The Queen's official London residence and has a staggering 775 rooms. The lavishly decorated State Rooms are open to visitors during the summer months and the famous Changing The Guard can be seen all year long. 


This 'Palace Penthouse' sits at the entrance to The Mall and guests at the striking property will be neighbours with Her Majesty The Queen during their stay. Spread over two floors, the apartment comfortably sleeps up to eight people who will have all things Royal on their doorstep. It has fresh white walls, chic contemporary furniture, spacious livings areas and the triple aspect means amazing views of London.
     
Full details can be seen at http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p3511339 and the apartment costs from £450 a night. 

Warwick Castle, a medieval castle originally built by William the Conqueror in 1068,  is situated on the River Avon. Nearby Beaudesert House is a first floor property in Henley-in-Arden, near Stratford-upon-Avon and is ideally placed for not only visiting Warwick Castle but also enjoying the delights of Stratford, Warwickshire and the Cotswolds. The cottage has a double and a twin room, a shower room and an open plan living area with kitchen, breakfast bar and sitting area.

Full details can be seen at www.homeaway.co.uk/p1119256 and costs from £267 a week.

Windsor Castle is an official residence of The Queen and is the largest occupied castle in the world. A Royal home and fortress for over 900 years, The Queen uses it both as a private home, where she usually spends the weekend, and as a Royal residence at which she undertakes certain formal duties.

The Garden Bungalow is superbly equipped and has a garden, patio and parking making it a great base for exploring Windsor and the surrounding area. The spacious accommodation is furnished and equipped to a very high standard and sleeps up to four people. Close to castle, shops and restaurants, The Garden Bungalow makes the perfect royal staycation location.
          
Full details can be seen at www.homeaway.co.uk/p425804 and prices start at £75 per night

Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire is a favourite for The Queen and her family during the summer holidays and is located on the large, working Balmoral Estate, which aims to protect the environment whilst contributing to the local economy.

Corndavon Cottage is a single-storey timber clad lodge in Glengairn, six miles from Ballater. The pretty cottage has a double and twin bedroom, shower room and an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with sofa bed, multi-fuel stove and doors to a decked area. The property is ideally placed for enjoying Royal Deeside, including Balmoral Castle, Aberdeen or the Cairngorms National Park centres of Grantown-on-Spey or Aviemore.

Full details can be seen at www.homeaway.co.uk/p1119442 and prices start at £366 a week.

Sandringham House in the heart of beautiful Norfolk has been the private home of four generations of Sovereigns since 1862. The Queen and members of the Royal Family regularly spend Christmas here and the house, museum and grounds are open to visitors throughout the summer and until November. 

Tortoiseshell Cottage is a two-bedroomed property in a rural setting overlooking a pretty fishing lake in the village of East Ruston, near Wroxham. It is ideal for a relaxing holiday as a family with walks, sandy beaches and Sandringham all on the doorstep.
         
Full details can be seen at www.homeaway.co.uk/p711004 and prices start at £250 a week. 

Queen Victoria made Osborne House on the Isle of Wight her country get-away for 50 years before her death in 1901 and it remains a legacy to the long-reigning monarch and an intimate insight to her character.

Daisy Cottage is a charming, recently renovated, two-bedroomed property that enjoys stunning views of the Solent. Accommodation comprises a modern sitting/kitchen/dining room overlooking the sea, a new kitchen and comfortably sleeps four 'staycationers'. This lovely property is close to Osbourne House, theme parks such as Blackgang Chine as well as gorgeous beaches, endless walks and stunning countryside.

Full details can be seen at www.homeaway.co.uk/p72360.htm and a week in the summer costs £1100. 

Anyone who wants to live like a King, or Queen, can stay at the stunning Carr Hall nestled amidst a private deer park in Yorkshire. This castle has a contemporary interior but is steeped in history having been built in 1860 by a wealthy family wanting to re-create the castles they visited in Europe. 

The property includes five bedrooms, country kitchen, paneled dining room and large lounge with panoramic windows overlooking the heated indoor swimming pool. The conservatory overlooks the gardens and is the perfect place to enjoy the Sunday papers or enjoy a glass of champagne.

Full details can be seen at http://www.homeaway.co.uk/p444964vb and prices start at a regal £1,495 per night.

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NOTES TO EDITORS

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