Croquet & Roses
24 guests
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12 bedrooms, 12 beds
5 bathrooms
+1 extra toilet
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Sometimes you just want to escape to your own private manor house and live like royalty. Whether you want your own manor to roam or somewhere to gather your closest friends, this opulent Grade II-listed home is the ideal place to do so. Set in the quiet Worcestershire village of Dunley, this is sleepy countryside grandeur at its finest. The home's sprawling bedrooms, lavish reception rooms and immaculate gardens are perfectly suited for memorable gatherings. The leafy orangery, rose garden, grand staircase and carved wooden panelling are particular highlights we love, each adding to the home's elegance. Sumptuous dinner parties can be held in the formal dining room or for a more casual affair, the terrace overlooking the croquet lawn is a perfect spot for afternoon tea. Aspiring lords and ladies, you can't get much better than this.
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What to expect
Highlights

Have an afternoon cup of tea and cake on the veranda

Bathe in the warmth of the orangery

Dress up for dinner in the formal dining room

Spot the regal peacock on the landing

Take your time to discover the craftsmanship of the interior wall panels

Practice your cartwheels on the croquet lawn
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Home truths
Although there's lots of outdoor space, the quality of the interior means pets aren't allowed
A car is needed as the nearest shop is a mile or so away
There is space for an extra four people if you rent the cottage as well – enquire for details
Free on-site parking is available at this home
About this stay
Amenities
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Garden
Balcony
TV
Bedrooms & bathrooms
12 bedrooms, 12 beds
5 bathrooms, 1 additional toilet
Extras
VIP services
Arrange a chef
Baby sitting
Laundry and dry cleaning
Luggage storage
Massage
Tickets and experience booking
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Worcestershire
Worcestershire is where tudor houses fill market towns and stately homes dot the countryside. The history of the English Civil War can still be felt here as horseback battle reenactments take place throughout the year and local museums hold relics from the battlefields. The county is packed with family-friendly activities, from spotting lions and rhinos at West Midlands Safari Park to feeding lambs and goats at local farm parks (where...
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Explore the West Midland Safari Park
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Ride the Severn Valley Railway
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Explore Worcester Cathedral
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Explore The Commandery's Rich History
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Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Events possible (with prior approval)
Not suitable for infants under age 1
No pets
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 18:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Latoya
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay.
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