Blakedown Manor
Blakedown, Worcestershire, United Kingdom
Sleeps: 14 to 19
Unique Features
- Superb formal entertainment rooms
- Marquee facilities to accommodate parties from 150 up to 600 guests
- Indoor swimming pool and sauna
- A wine cellar with it's own bar and a comprehensive stock of fine wines
The Property
House Party in Worcestershire
Set in 132 acres and surrounded by the picturesque north Worcestershire countryside, this stunning country estate exudes an ambience of superior luxury. A Grade II listed Queen Anne residence, the hall was built in 1710, and later additions have been in keeping with the style and charm of the period.
Inside
- Style: Luxuriously appointed rooms make this a perfect venue to unwind in decadent elegance.
- Bedrooms: On the first floor there are 3 en suite double bedrooms; a double and a twin room that share a shower room; a three-bedded room perfect for children. Set up a few steps there's an en suite double bedroom, whilst a further few steps lead to an en suite double bedroom with shower room. In the sitting room of this room is a double sofa bed.
- For relaxation: Sun lounge leading into the formal garden. Morning room, drawing room and library with open fires.
- For recreation: Cinema room with large wall mounted projector screen and DVD system, comfy chairs, microwave to make your popcorn! Snug with Sky TV/DVD, Playstation, Karaoke machine and disco lights. Games room with darts, table football, American Pool, CD player, drinks fridge and open fire. A basement band room (with bar table and stools just outside - drinks not provided) with use of guitars, a drum kit etc with a karaoke machine with lights and a wall mounted TV screen to watch yourself perform! Heated indoor swimming pool (pool heating charged at £60 per day for duration of stay, including 4 days before arrival).
- Practicalities: Utility room with washer, dryer and large chest freezer. Daily maid service available at extra cost
Outside
- In separate outbuildings to the rear of the property is the owner’s office and a number of estate cottages, one of which is occupied by the resident housekeeper. All of these have separate access and approaches, ensuring guest privacy is respected at all times. In addition, the servants quarters in the attic of the main Hall have been converted into three apartments which have their own external entrance and again do not impinge on guests privacy.
- During your stay, you will have use of 132 acres, including: a private walled garden with decked terrace, fountain, gas barbecue and gas heaters; a further walled garden with a hot house, pool terrace and tree hammocks; a large lawned garden with a lily pond and hammocks; a tennis court - racquets and balls available (condition unknown), croquet set, giant chess board, golf practise net and clay pigeon shooting; surrounding parkland with a rugby pitch and quad-biking circuit.
Food and wine
- Rental excludes any meals, but catering is available on request (at an additional charge).
- DIY: The well-equipped kitchen has a 4-oven Aga, hob and microwave; Unpacking of groceries pre-delivered by Tesco or Sainsburys.
- In-house cuisine: For an extra charge, you can pre-order a cooked or continental breakfast; pre-organised gourmet dinners can be served by the open fire in the dining room.
- Wine: The hall has a wine cellar with its own bar and a comprehensive stock of fine wine (additional cost)
- Eating out: The Swan, Blakedown is within walking distance, and there are several country pubs nearby
Rental Inclusive of:
- Welcome Hamper containing afternoon tea
- Linen, towels and toiletries
- Logs for the fires
- Wireless broadband
Getting there:
- On the map: The property is situated in North Worcestershire, 20 miles southwest of Birmingham
- By car: Just 0.5 hours from Birmingham and 1.5 hours from London (the M40 just 10 mins away).
- By train: Arrive at Blakedown station which is just one and a half miles from Blakedown Manor
Out and About
- Take a ride on the Severn Valley Railway
- Walk in the Shropshire, Malvern or Clent Hills
- Visit Worcester Cathedral
- Enjoy horse racing at Worcester, Cheltenham, Ludlow, Warwick, Stratford or Wolverhampton
Pricing
- Weekly: £9300 for a 7-nt stay
- Weekend: 2-nts £4000; 3-nts £5000
- Delegate Rates: Corporate rate as standard rate
- Xmas: 2008: 5-nts £9200; 6-nts £10,100; 7-nts £10,600
- New Year: New Year 08 booked
- Damages Deposit: £1500.00
Accommodation Details
A spacious Queen Anne Manor set in beautiful grounds ideal for entertaining large groups.
- Personally Inspected: Yes
- Sleeps: 14 to 19
- Double: 6 set doubles one with a double sofa bed (4 with private bathrooms, 2 with family bathroom)
- Twin: 1 (zip and link)
- Family: 3-bedded room (perfect for children)
- Facilities: Swimming pool, quad biking, archery, clay pigeon shooting, sauna, music studio
- Swimming Pool: Yes
- Children: Yes, very welcome.
- Pets: No pets
- Limits: Minimum two night stay
- Mod Cons: Sky TV, DVD, CD players, karaoke machine
- Internet & Communications: Wireless internet access
- Wedding Venue: Yes
- Arrival Time: 4.30pm
- Departure Time: 10 am
Late Availability
- Available for a 2-nt stay from May 30 to June 1 - reduced from £4000 to £3400
Contact Details
Please contact Unique Home Stays on +44(0)1637 881942
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Disclaimer: These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate, are set as a guideline only. They are intended to give a fair description, but should not be relied upon as being a statement of fact. The photographs appearing on this website show only certain parts and aspects of the property at the time when the photographs were taken and it should not be assumed that the property remains precisely as displayed in the photographs. If there are any points of particular importance that need clarifying before you confirm your booking please do not hesitate to ask.