“An imposing Cotswold house set within stunning (deservedly famed) gardens. Gorgeously renovated rooms are light, airy and full of mod cons. The chic modern interiors, indulgent spa and contemporary British cuisine make it hard to leave! A popular rural escape for urbanites.”
“An imposing Cotswold house set within stunning (deservedly famed) gardens. Gorgeously renovated rooms are light, airy and full of mod cons. The chic modern interiors, indulgent spa and contemporary British cuisine make it hard to leave! A popular rural escape for urbanites.”
Hotel Review
Written by Fiona Duncan
Recommended For
- Romantic Break
- A stately home with indulgent chic interiors- think dual baths, large suites and a pampering spa.
- Country Escape
- A rural abode on another level, the ultimate luxury getaway in stunning surrounds.
- Cooking classes
- The nearby reputed Foodworks Cookery School offers a number of different classes for various levels.
- Great walks
- This area is littered with beautiful walks, ask at the front desk to be pointed towards a favourite.
- Other Activities
- Have a quintessentially British experience rowing down the river with a picnic.
- Riding
- A number of tracks and bridal paths in the surrounding area.
- Cycling
- Use a hotel bike to explore the pretty countryside.
- Tennis
- Make the most of the on site tennis courts.
- Spa breaks
- Contemporary
- Traditional features sit alongside contemporary furnishing from Fox Linton interior designers.
- Cinema
- Private cinema that seats 30 guests in luxury two-seater pink leather armchairs.
- Spa
- Choice of holistic and beauty treatments and heated outdoor hydrotherapy pool.
- Sit-out Terrace
- Lovely terrace overlooking the garden.
- Pet friendly
- Pets stay for free
- Restrictions on children
- Over 14s only.
- Country House
- Full of character
- Wedding license
- Quiet
- Conference facilities
- Free wifi
- Romantic
- Four poster beds
- Luxury
- Exclusive use
- Wellbeing
- Disabled access
- Village
- Chic
- Restaurant
Facilities
- Cinema
- Private cinema that seats 30 guests in luxury two-seater pink leather armchairs.
- Spa
- Choice of holistic and beauty treatments and heated outdoor hydrotherapy pool.
- Garden
- Former home of Rosemary Verey, the renowned garden designer.
- Sit-out Terrace
- Lovely terrace overlooking the garden.
- Parking
- Free parking on site
- Pet friendly
- Pets stay for free
- Airport transfer
- Surcharge applies
- Restrictions on children
- Over 14s only.
- Massage
- Meeting Room
- Sauna/Steam
- Bicycle hire
- Outdoor dining
- Wedding license
- Bar
- Satellite / Cable TV
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Disabled access
- Suites
- Four poster beds
- Wifi
- Free wifi
- Conference facilities
Activities
- Cooking classes
- The nearby reputed Foodworks Cookery School offers a number of different classes for various levels.
- Great walks
- This area is littered with beautiful walks, ask at the front desk to be pointed towards a favourite.
- Other Activities
- Have a quintessentially British experience rowing down the river with a picnic.
- Riding
- A number of tracks and bridal paths in the surrounding area.
- Cycling
- Use a hotel bike to explore the pretty countryside.
- Tennis
- Make the most of the on site tennis courts.
Map & Location
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