Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer) Hen or stag parties Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Fri
Access:
Car advised Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 3 km
Notes:
Pets welcome Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Welcome to our fabulous, exclusive, organic Cotswold Country Estate. The Grade II listed, 17th Century Old Manor House is exquisitely set in the centre of its own sweeping parkland, pasture and woodland and is approached through cast-iron entrance gates, down a long, private, tree-lined carriage drive past streams and a beautiful wildlife pond. The estate lies within glorious, rolling Cotswold countryside yet is not isolated being only a short drive to the vibrant, historic, University City of Oxford and a delightful Cotswold Pub and Restaurant is just a short walk away. There are magnificent countryside views, wonderful walks and total privacy making the estate one of the premier holiday, corporate and wedding venues in The Cotswolds.
The Old Manor House is very spacious and luxurious, full of charm and character and, at 5000sq ft with 12 bedrooms and 8 Bathrooms is ideal for gatherings of family, friends and colleagues and can be arranged to sleep up to 30 adults and children. There is a stunning under-floor heated conservatory and dining room seating 28, a charming, historic sitting room with a cosy log burning stove set in an inglenook fireplace and lots of quiet nooks and corners where you can escape to relax with a book or a magazine. Seven of the bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, one with a fabulous Jacuzzi Bath, plus there is a family bathroom. Full Sky+ High Definition, Movies and Sports, a Playstation 3 and Complimentary Wireless Broadband internet access are provided plus there are TVs and DVD players in every bedroom.
The estate is a superb setting for Weddings Receptions, Corporate Events and Birthday Celebrations and has a heated Event Barn which, with the adjacent Formal Garden, is ideal for all special events, al-fresco dining and barbeques. Private Catering can easily be arranged with recommended caterers. With the ground floor containing 5 large bedrooms, 4 with en-suite bathrooms, The Old Manor House is also a perfect holiday or weekend destination for the disabled and people with limited mobility. We welcome Stag and Hen Parties at £150 per head which represents superb value for a long weekend for 23 people in such a fabulous environment. The wonderful night-life of Oxford is very close by and transport there in mini-buses or taxis can be easily arranged.
There is a fantastic “Emerald Escape” Spa and Hot Tub beautifully set in a decked gazebo in the delightful formal garden with 60 massage jets including custom neck, cluster, pulsator and air message jets, an Aromatherapy system and full LED lighting. We have a superb Games Room with a pool/snooker table, a football machine and a darts boards. We can also offer exclusive Privilege Guest status at the nearby Witney Lakes Resort (2 miles) allowing our guests to enjoy all their facilities at discounted rates. These include the fabulous Health Club with its Indoor Heated Pool, hot-tub, gym, sauna, steam-room and fitness centre, the Golf Club, which has an 18 hole, par 71, 6500 yard course, and the Retreat Spa, offering a range of beauty, facial and body treatments. Clay Pigeon Shooting, Simulated Game Days and Corporate Activity Days are available nearby or, by arrangement, on our estate.
Children of all ages are very welcome at The Old Manor House and will delight in playing on the extensive, private lawns away from public roads and near neighbours. The estate specialises in breeding endangered species of cattle, sheep, goats and chickens, allowing viewing at close quarters of some of our most attractive and historic British breeds. You will adore the docile Gloucester cattle, the huge Cotswold sheep (traditionally known as the 'Cotswold Lion') with their gorgeous fluffy spring lambs, the Brahma chickens with their big feathery feet and the magnificent, critically-endangered Bagot Goats.
We have put a lot of thought and work into making our Exclusive Country House as sumptuous and as comfortable as possible and we do hope that you will decide to stay. All guests are supplied in advance with a copy of our detailed ‘Book of the House’ containing comprehensive information and advice to make your stay even more enjoyable. Please do note that your reservation guarantees Exclusive, Private Use of the whole estate, there are absolutely no shared facilities or other guests staying.
The Fabulous Old Manor House
The Old Manor House and Conservatory
The Gorgeous Spa and Hot Tub in the Gazebo
The Wonderful Conservatory
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/69974
The Central England / Cotswolds / Oxfordshire region
The estate is superbly situated in the eastern Cotswolds, close to the fascinating University City of Oxford, the River Thames, Blenheim Palace and Burford. The estate makes an ideal base for touring the wonderful historic heritage of central England yet is only 60 miles west of London and within 1 hours drive of London Heathrow Airport. The M40 motorway is close by and the M4 is also within easy reach.
There are numerous restaurants and beautiful country pubs in the area and plenty of opportunities for golf, fishing and walking.
Oxford / Bampton, Oxfordshire area
Oxford the fascinating University City is only 9 miles away. Blenheim Palace is the fabulous home of the Churchill Family and makes a great day out:. The beautiful River Thames, only 4 miles away, for boating, walking and picnics.
Other places of interest are:
Burford with the historic high street. Chedworth Roman Villa. Bibury Trout Farm.
Hardwick Parks for water skiing and swimming is only 3 miles away. Cotswold Wildlife Park close to Burford is ever popular with families. Bicester Village for designer shopping
Bourton-on-the-Water. Moreton in Marsh Witney the historic local market town.
How to get there
The estate is situated close to the A40 just west of Oxford with easy access off the M40 from London, Birmingham and the Midlands and the A34 from the south.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
London Heathrow: 95 km
Railway:
Hanborough: 14 km
Activities near Oxford
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Good nightlife Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Gym, Jacuzzi / Hot tub, Sauna, Log fire, Private indoor Pool, Internet access, DVD player, Staffed Property, Private outdoor pool (heated)
General:
Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Telephone, Games room, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Bedrooms (12), Bathrooms (8), En suite (7), Shower rooms (3), Solarium / Roof terrace
Furniture:
Sofabeds (3), Single beds (2), Double beds (9), Cots (1), Dining seating for 26, Lounge seating for 14, Sleeps maximum of 30
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available, Private fishing lake / river, Childrens pool
Access:
Wheelchair access, Secure parking
Further details indoors: The sitting room has a 40' LCD High definition TV with full Sky Movies and Sports and a Playstation 3. All bedrooms have LCD TVs and DVD players and there is complimentary broadband wireless internet access.
There is romantic, candlelit dining for 28 in the beautiful, underfloor heated conservatory under the stars.
The spacious kitchen is professionally equipped with a large electric range cooker, dishwasher, large American style fridge/freezer and a waste disposal unit.
The master bathroom has an opulent large Jacuzzi bath with massage jets.
All double beds will convert into 2 single beds.
Further details outdoors: You are free to roam the glorious 70 acres of organic parkland, pasture and woodland.
There is a beautiful formal garden with an adjacent party barn that is ideal for special events, al-fresco dining and barbecues.
Further details
Please scroll to the bottom of this page for the link to our own website that has further considerable detailed information about our beautiful Cotswold Country Estate.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Payment is accepted by Visa and Mastercard credit/debit cards or by bank transfer.
The reservation deposit is 35% of the rental rate and the rental balance is payable 2 months prior to the start of the rental.
Pets will be considered on application at £50 each per booking.
Guestbook for Cotswold Country Estate & Spa
Mr & Mrs S, Lincolnshire, December 2008: “Thank you very much for a terrific Christmas. The Old Manor House is beautiful and everyone wanted to know when we could come back!!”
Mr B, Warwickshire, January 2009: “Once again, thank you for your fantastic house for 5 days, we enjoyed it very much.”
Mr S, Surrey, February 2009: “Thanks so much. It was a wonderful weekend. Your house is utterly magnificent and everyone had such a great time. Can't think of anywhere more perfect to celebrate and relax! I’m sure we will be back!”
Mr K, Bristol, February 2009: “Thanks for a lovely stay – the house is beautiful. Lovely welcome with flowers. Thank you so much.”
Mr S, Surrey, March 2009: “We had a relaxing time which is just what we both needed. The Manor House is beautiful and I hope to return….soon.”
Ms L, London, March 2009: “Thank you for a fantastic weekend in the Old Manor House- it was absolutely beautiful and perfect for our weekend in the Cotswolds.”
Mrs M, Leicestershire, April 2009: “We appreciated the lovely house and grounds. The Manor House is a truly wonderful holiday home and the environment really stunning.”
Mr B, Oxfordshire, May 2009: “We had a fantastic stay. The weekend could not have gone better…... Everybody loved your house. Thank you and Lesley for all your help.”
Mrs B, Surrey, July 2009: “Fabulous place and we (all 16 of us!!) have had a wonderful holiday celebrating a 60th Birthday — we hope to return for another visit. Thank you”
Mr Y, Malaysia, August 2009: “Many thanks for a wonderful week at the Old Manor House. N…..and the kids had a great time. Hope we can be back in autumn or spring. Our best to Lesley and you.”
Ms M, London, August 2009: “We've had an amazing stay! Very well equipped”.
Mrs & Mrs G, Edinburgh, Scotland, August 2009: “We have had a very enjoyable holiday in beautiful surroundings.”
Ms J, Berkshire, August 2009: “Dear Steve and Lesley, I just wanted to drop you a quick email to say thank you and tell you how much we enjoyed our weekend stay, it just wasn't long enough really. We all had a wonderful time and would love to visit again - the house is so beautiful and suited our needs perfectly.”
Ms J, London, September 2009: “We had a ....fantastic, fantastic wedding. We really enjoyed the farm, and thank you so much for all your help.”
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Name:
Stephen Palmer
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