Washbourne Court is the only riverside hotel high in the Cotswolds. The new Washbourne Court offers a unique refreshing twist on luxury country house hotel ethos, situated right in the heart of the beautiful Cotswolds with an enviable reputation for exceptionally fine food.
A truly splendid 17th century hotel, once an Eton cramming school, standing in four acres of beautiful grounds alongside the River Eye in the centre of Lower Slaughter, is an inspired mix of exciting contemporary design and handsome historic features. Traditional beamed ceilings, stone mullioned windows and the most magnificent fireplace in the bar, all harmonise with a restaurant style that is both bold and contemporary whilst being wonderfully comfortable.
In the unique 'uber' cool of the luxuriously relaxing Scholars Lounge, guests love to graze the delicious bar menu or lounge over a latte, a pot of tea or something a little stronger.
The village of Lower Slaughter is regarded by many as the prettiest village in England and one of the most beautiful and unspoiled villages in the Cotswolds making Washbourne Court the most idyllic destination.
Luxury Accommodation
The thirty 'designer' bedrooms are sophisticated yet informal incorporating an understated blend of traditional and funky creating the ultimate Cotswold retreat.
Guests are guaranteed a good night's sleep on the vi-sprung beds, wonderfully soft feather pillows and crisp luxury white linen.
All bedrooms at Washbourne Court include flat screen LCD TVs, DVD players, WIFI and luxurious bathrooms with walk-in power showers.
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Fine Dining
At Washbourne Court, the quality of the food, the finest of classics French style cuisine, is a magnet for discerning ‘foodies’ throughout the Cotswolds and beyond.
The stunning Eton's Restaurant is exceptionally stylish, testimony to the very best of contemporary design as is the unique 'uber' cool of the luxuriously trendy and oh so stylish Scholar's Lounge, where guests love to graze the delicious bar menu or lounge over a latte, a pot of tea or something a little stronger.
There's also a superb private dining room available for those extra special occasions; private parties, management meetings, themed evenings, civil ceremonies. This stylish room can cater for up to 50 people in a relaxed, totally private, most agreeable environment.
Weddings and Honeymoons
Washbourne Court is renowned for its original, romantic charm and character as well as its idyllic location, as though its primary purpose is to provide the perfect venue for a wedding, civil partnership ceremony, a wedding reception or a honeymoon.
This truly magnificent 17th century hotel stands in four acres of grounds alongside the River Eye in the centre of Lower Slaughter, one of the most beautiful and unspoiled villages in the Cotswolds. What better location to start married life together?
During the summer, wedding guests can enjoy lunch or drinks on our riverside terrace - a truly charming setting with wild birds in a beautiful natural habitat. In the winter months, real log fires add to the romantic charm creates a truly memorable, special occasion.
Our wedding professionals have over 20 years experience in organising wedding receptions ensuring the day of your dreams is free from any anxiety.
von Essen hotels has a Chauffeur driven Rolls Royce Phantom available for hire. Imagine arriving at your wedding in what many regard as the world's finest car.
Conferences and Business Meetings
The contemporary design complementing so perfectly the historic architecture of this ancient manor house, makes Washbourne Court the ideal venue for an ‘away-from-it-all’ conference or business meeting.
Washbourne Court has recently benefited from a superb refurbishment programme which has added a splendid new conference room to the hotel’s already impressive conference mix and the other conference rooms have also now been superbly refurbished to great effect.
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