Italianate Mansion
Our rating |
5 Star. |
Rental fee |
Affordable. |
Location |
Located on the Hertfordshire and Essex border, within easy reach of both Stansted airport and London. |
Setting |
Set in over 100 acres of scenic countryside comprising of woodland, parkland and landscaped gardens. |
Activities |
18 holes at a nearby golf course. |
Exterior |
A striking honey coloured Italian style country house hotel with an attractively decorated Romanesque façade, dating back to the 1540’s. |
Interior |
Grand interior with many of the rooms enhanced by wood panelling, high ornate ceilings, and exquisite chandeliers; decorated with fine furnishings, wall tapestries and antiques, with the added benefit of receiving natural daylight. |
Facilities |
99 luxury bedrooms with en suite bathrooms. 26 event rooms. Leisure facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, whirlpool, tennis courts, snooker table and gym equipment. Two lavish restaurants and a cocktail bar. Lounge area. Parking on site. Shuttle bus traveling to and from the airport. |
Accommodations |
99 diverse bedrooms each with en suite marble bathrooms and stylishly decorated for comfort, including feature rooms with two and four poster beds. The rooms have picturesque view of the gardens with the ones on the lower floor opening up onto the outdoor patio. |
Receptions |
Elegant and stylish receptions. |
Entertainment |
An array of entertainments to choose from depending on individual requirements. The bar closes at midnight with music restricted to 12:30. A marquee can be arranged on request. |
Ceremonies |
There are a number of rooms licensed for civil ceremonies and symbolic ceremonies can also be held here. |
Restaurant |
The dining restaurant serves award winning English and European cuisine, seasonally changing and prepared with the finest ingredients. A La Carte is served on the outdoor patio, with a modern and contemporary bistro serving a variety of char-grilled meat and fish dishes in a more relaxed and informal atmosphere. |
Capacity |
Up to 120 guests for the ceremony, 150 guests for dining and 200 for a stand up reception. |
Availability |
Open for service throughout the year and is attractive regardless which season your event falls in. |
Unique characteristics of this Italianate Mansion
The Italianate Mansion is the ultimate wedding destination where you will receive “red carpet treatment” from the moment you arrive. The original character and charm of the place most certainly shines through, accompanied by extensive grounds, which makes it a stunning backdrop for this exciting occasion; the scenic photography opportunities are overwhelming!
Relax and enjoy a traditional afternoon tea with a selection of delicious treats in the comfort of the living room area with the roaring fire in the winter or outside, during the summer months, on the patio overlooking the beautiful gardens and fountain. Or why not find the perfect spot in the grounds and have a picnic outside in the fresh air; just bring a blanket and everything else is organised for you. There are also numerous guest activities available onsite from archery, clay pigeon shooting, quad biking, croquet even giant chess!
Everything you need to make your wedding day one to remember forever can be found at the Italianated Mansion, including rooms the bride and the rest of the bridal party can use to get ready in before taking the vows in one of the glorious halls licensed for ceremonies. A refreshing glass of your favourite drink is served on the terrace before the all awaited meal and cutting the cake. The evening starts with the romantic first dance and, as the day draws to a close, why not finish it off with a magical firework display before retreating to the complimentary accommodation for the bride and groom, with a sumptuous breakfast to wake up to?
The Italianate Mansion is the perfect place to escape to for your wedding, a place filled with sheer tranquility and serenity.
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