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The Lords of the Manor
4 Star****
Upper Slaughter
Gloucestershire
GL54 2JD
The LORDS of the MANOR is a haven for those afflicted with the deeply unfashionable desire to do nothing but sink into a large sofa with a drink and a book. You won't find a gym, a jogging track or a jacuzzi here. Some guests have been known, occasionally, to break into a brisk walk within the gardens. At certain times of day, the noise levels in the restaurant and bar will reflect the convivial effect of fine food and wine. You might strain to overhear a hot tip for tomorrow's races at Cheltenham. But that may well be the extent of your exertions. Relax. You are at the Lords of the Manor, and we are here to look after you. Our service takes its cue from the idyllic surrounds. Without intruding on the peace and relaxation of your stay, you will find that a warming drink, a newspaper and a menu are always close to hand.
The LORDS of the MANOR at Upper Slaughter is a timeless corner of the Cotswolds. A 17th century, former Rectory of honey-coloured stone, walled gardens, parkland and lake. This is how a country-house hotel should be - tranquil, elegant and refined.
Whatever you are escaping from, you will breathe a sigh of contentment on arrival here. In winter, log-fires are permanently lit. On warmer days, you might be drawn to the shade of a pear tree in the walled gardens, or a restful bench by the lake.
You can be forgiven if you give into the temptation simply to remain within the house and grounds during your stay at the Lords of the Manor. A short stroll, however, will take you to Upper Slaughter - one of the most beautiful and unspoilt villages in England. A little further afield you will find the delights of Burford, Stow-on-the-Wold, and many National Trust gardens and stately homes. The Gold Cup of horse-jumping is not the only Festival. Nearby Cheltenham's year is punctuated by four other major events - Jass, Music, Science and Literature. Three fine heritage towns - Stratford, Oxford and Bath - are within striking distance. Take sanctuary at the Lords of the Manor, but enjoy the rich diversity of the Cotswolds. Well-behaved dogs are very welcome at the Lords of the Manor. We can make arrangements at nearby locations for beauty treatments, golf, tennis, archery and clay-pigeon shooting, horse-riding, cycle hire and balloon trips. If our mouth-watering menus tempt you to over-indulge and you feel compelled to exercise, there are a few spare pairs of trainers (or 'wellies' as they are known round these parts) available from reception, aling with a range of walking maps to guide you through two quintessential english cillages and some of the most beautiful countryside.
All of our bedrooms are individually furnished and decorated and are equipped with flat screen televisions, DVD players and Ipod docking stations, decanters of delicious Organic cordial and a selection of luxurious toiletries from L’Occitane.
One of the many pleasures of a stay at the Lords of the Manor is the guarantee of fine food and wine in elegant surroundings. Behind the scenes, chef and his team work like fury - travelling, tasting and testing, experimenting and inventing, baking, grilling and steaming. You, of course, will experience only the calm face of our waiting staff - and the fruit of their colleagues' labour. The rambling cellars hold a wide selection of fine wines from the new world and the more established wine producing areas. With an extensive selection of fine Italian wines, choose from over 200 new bins with favourites such as Barolo and Brunello di Montalcino plus lesser known wines from the smaller Italian wineries and the boutique wineries in Sicily. Wine tasting takes place every Friday and Saturday so that the guests can try and select wines before dinner. Whatever the occasion the team at Lords of the Manor will be delighted to plan and organise the perfect event for you. Whether it’s a lavish banquet or a private family party for up to 50 guests our Events Manager will help you with every detail.
Whether you are planning a lavish party or an intimate dinner for close friends, it is hard to find a more beautiful setting for your celebration than Lords of the Manor. Set in eight acres of rolling parkland and stunning landscaped gardens providing a perfect backdrop for any event. Lords of the Manor offers a choice of idyllic settings, the Garden room, which overlooks the beautiful walled garden or the conservatory flooded with sunlight with access to the courtyard. The perfect party starts with a consultation with our dedicated event planner who will ensure that every detail is attended to.
To see a map of the area surrounding Lords of the Manor please click here.
2011 Rates
Above rates are per room, per night and include Full English Breakfast and V.A.T.
For more information or to schedule your stay please contact:
Small & Elegant Hotels, International
801 Monroe NW, Suite 104
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
TEL: (616) 844-6000 / FAX: (616) 844-6042
E-Mail: res@smallandeleganthotels.com
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