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Sleep behind ancient stone walls, wake up in an elegant four-poster bed and explore a private estate. We can introduce you to the best castles to rent. From five-star luxury to budget-friendly rustic experiences, each one has its own fascinating history.
● Schlosshotel Klink
Germany
€96 per room, per night (room only)
Hotel Schloss Klink stands directly beside Lake Müritz, a 5-minute walk from the boat harbor. Built in 1898, many of the elegant rooms feature wooden beams and sloping ceilings. There are five on-site restaurants, a large spa and an indoor pool with lake views.
● Castello di Bibbione
Italy
€99 per room, per night (room only)
Castello di Bibbione is set between Florence and Siena with views of the Chianti hills. The rustic apartments feature wood-beamed ceilings and terracotta floors, and each comes with a fully-equipped kitchenette with a dining area. In the summer, you can relax in the outdoor swimming pool or garden. Wine tastings can be arranged, and bikes are provided free-of-charge.
● Augill Castle
England
￡180 per room, per night (bed & breakfast)
Free cancellations
Augill Castle is located in the upper reaches of the Eden Valley and is a mere 10 minutes’ drive away from the beautifully picturesque Yorkshire Dales. This is very much a family retreat and, as such, the castle owners can offer an informal and relaxed castle experience, creating memories that adults and children alike will never forget.
● Highlands Castle
USA
$600 per room, per night (room only)
Highlands Castle is located in Bolton Landing in upstate New York, offering views of Lake George and the Adirondack Mountains. Accommodation includes a seating area and, in some cases, a dining area, terrace and kitchen. Guests can enjoy swimming, boating, kayaking, hiking, golf, tennis, horse-riding and diving.
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1. What is special about Castello di Bibbione?
A. Visitors can taste wine there. B. It is near the Yorkshire Dales.
C. Visitors can ride horses for free. D. It is surrounded by the Adirondack Mountains.
2. If Mary and her family want to have a comfortable castle experience, she’d better rent ________.
A. Schlosshotel Klink B. Castello di Bibbione
C. Augill Castle D. Highlands Castle
3. What do Schlosshotel Klink and Highlands Castle have in common?
A. Both have indoor pools. B. Both offer lake views.
C. Both are located in New York. D. Both were built in the 19th century.
【答案】1. A 2. C 3. B
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了可以租赁的五个城堡的情况，包括地点、价格和特色等信息。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据● Castello di Bibbione部分中“Wine tastings can be arranged, and bikes are provided free-of-charge.(可以安排品酒会，免费提供自行车)”可知，Castello di bibione的特别之处是游客可以在那里品尝葡萄酒。故选A。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据● Augill Castle部分中“This is very much a family retreat and, as such, the castle owners can offer an informal and relaxed castle experience, creating memories that adults and children alike will never forget.(这是一个非常适合家庭居住的地方，因此，城堡的主人可以提供一个非正式和轻松的城堡体验，创造成人和儿童都永远不会忘记的记忆)”可知，如果玛丽和她的家人想要有一个舒适的城堡体验，她最好租Augill城堡。故选C。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据● Schlosshotel Klink部分中“There are five on-site restaurants, a large spa and an indoor pool with lake views.(有五个现场餐厅，一个大型水疗中心和一个室内游泳池与湖景)”以及● Highlands Castle部分中“Highlands Castle is located in Bolton Landing in upstate New York, offering views of Lake George and the Adirondack Mountains.(高地城堡位于博尔顿登陆在纽约州北部，提供乔治湖和阿迪朗达克山的景观)”可知，Schlosshotel Klink和Highlands Castle的共同之处是两者都提供湖景。故选B。
