Barnsley House

Top choice in The Cotswolds


For pure indulgence and romance, this 1697 country house and its famously beautiful garden take some beating. Each of its 18 rooms is individually styled; some have lavish oriental touches or in-room baths, most are elegantly understated. Facilities include a spa, a pool, a private cinema, the Potager restaurant and the knowingly re-named Village Pub. Guests must be aged 14 or over.


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