Our rating |
5 Star. |
Cost |
Mid-range to luxury. Villa may be rented whole or in part. |
Location |
Situated in the South West region of England, in the county Wiltshire just 6 miles from the historic city of Bath, on the southern edge of the Cotswolds. |
Setting |
Set in extensive parkland of five hundred acres, surrounded by some of Britain’s most beautiful countryside and historical landmarks. |
Activities |
Golf, trout fishing and go karting are available nearby. |
Exterior |
Palladian mansion, built in the 1720’s, approached along a mile long avenue lined with beech and lime trees. The grounds include a traditional walled garden with a listed dovecot along with rose and lavender gardens. |
Interior |
Decorated according to the elegance and style of the Late Georgian and early Victorian periods, furnished with fine arts and antiques reflecting its history as a once private home. |
Facilities |
Two reception rooms. 2 Restaurants, one for private dining and another for informal dining. Health and Beauty Salon with 5 luxurious treatment rooms offering a full range of treatments for both men and women; there is also a hairdresser. Equestrian Centre with an All Weather Arena, Cross Country Course with lessons and hacks for all abilities. There is also a choice of livery arrangements available. Spa with a 11m x 8m Heated Indoor Pool, Whirlpool Spa, Fully Equipped Gymnasium, Snooker Room Solarium, Steamroom and individual saunas for ladies and men. 2 Floodlit Tennis Courts, trim trail and a mini five-a-side football pitch. 5 acres of formal gardens. |
Accommodations |
41 bedrooms including 13 suites all varying in size, shape and outlook. They are all individually designed with fabrics, antiques and ornaments to reflect the character of the rooms. From rooms with cozy sitting areas to suites with four poster beds and open fire places. Honeymoon suites can also be organised. |
Receptions |
A choice of two rooms for the reception where the wedding banqute is served with a wide selection of set menus with cuisine of exceptional quality. Marquees are available for larger parties providing that exclusive use is taken. |
Entertainment |
Music, including harpist or string quartet. |
Ceremonies |
Licensed to perform Civil ceremonies. Symbolic ceremonies and take place here. |
Restaurant |
The main restaurant is spacious boasting elegant décor, crystal chandeliers and fine views across the grounds not to mention the cuisine of exceptional quality. The restaurant has won numerous prestigious awards. Special diets can be catered for. Another restaurant is located within the Spa facility for informal dining serving a selection of sandwiches, salads, light meals and healthy options. |
Capacity |
The maximum number of guest for the ceremony is 60 however if exclusive use of the venue is taken, the maximum number increases to 80 guests and for larger parties marquees are available for roughly 150 guests. |
Availability |
The venue is open for service throughout the year and is equally attractive regardless of which months it’s visited during. |
This stunningly refurbished mansion makes an ideal romantic escape and has a great reputation for honeymoons and weddings. Arrive in complete style… limousine, horse drawn carriages or go that bit further and land by helicopter, the choice is yours!
You don’t even need to step a foot out of the grounds, this venue really has everything…Archery, Clay Pigeon Shooting even a memorable Hot Air Balloon Ride across the grounds can be organised. Nearby you can visit the picturesque villages where filming of Dr Dolittle and some of the Harry Potter scenes took place. Guests to this luxurious venue include members of the Royal Family, Prime Ministers and stars from both the stage and the screen.
