Whatley Manor
Once you have navigated the joys of this ‘rambling building’ in honey Cotswold stone, with its ‘superb spa’, cinema and choice of dining, there are the 26 different ‘rooms’ in the ‘beautiful, well-tended gardens’ to explore. More
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Once you have navigated the joys of this ‘rambling building’ in honey Cotswold stone, with its ‘superb spa’, cinema and choice of dining, there are the 26 different ‘rooms’ in the ‘beautiful, well-tended gardens’ to explore. Among them are a topiary courtyard, ‘charming little retreats’, a water feature, and woodland walk. Within, the decor is ‘muted, leaning towards the masculine’. Wood panelling, rugs on polished floors, artwork and interesting objets create a ‘welcoming’ atmosphere in the lounges. For dinner, you can indulge in The Dining Room where Executive Chef Ricki Weston and his team hold a Michelin star, as well as a Green Michelin star for their seasonally changing menus. Alternatively, Grey’s Brasserie has a ‘sophisticated city’ vibe, and dishes such Loch Duart salmon, poached salsify, sauce vierge, confit lemon. Airy bedrooms have a modern elegance, and welcome with fruit, chocolates and elderflower cordial while under-floor-heated bathrooms have a bath as well as shower. Breakfast is ‘beautifully presented’ and ‘the standard set here is extremely high’.
Hotel details
Address
Easton Grey
Wiltshire
SN16 0RB
England
Telephone
01666 822888
Bedrooms
23. Some on ground floor, 1 suitable for disabled.
Open
all year, dining room Thurs–Sun eve, Grey’s Brasserie all week.
Facilities
3 lounges, 2 bars, brasserie, restaurant (vegetarian/vegan menus), cinema, gym, spa, in-room TV (Freeview), EV charging, 12-acres, civil wedding licence, public areas and restaurants wheelchair accessible, adapted toilet.
Background music
in public areas.
Children
not under 12, extra bed £75.
Dogs
in some bedrooms (£30 per night), garden, not restaurant or bar.
Credit cards
Amex, MC, Visa.
Prices
B&B doubles from £275. Tasting menu £145, à la carte £50. 1-night bookings usually refused at weekends.
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