Sandon Manor and Dovecote, Royston, Hertfordshire

Sandon Manor sleeps 16
Dovecote sleeps 2
Available together or individually

Set in 1200 acres of countryside Sandon Manor offers a holiday house and cottage in Hertfordshire sleeping 18, where you can gather loved ones for a luxury break or an intimate wedding just an hour from London. While staying on the estate, enjoy one of our many experiences, offered by talented local providers.

Sandon Manor is full of historical features including high ceilings, a sweeping staircase and enormous picture windows allowing the light to flood in. The kitchen comes well equipped for cooking or ask about hiring in a local chef to cater for your requirements. The kitchen table is a lovely place to gather for informal meals or while dinner is being prepared for you; the formal dining room seating 18 is perfect for celebrations. Relax in the elegant lounge, mix drinks at the bar while the youngsters head off to the games room for table tennis/table football or the games console.

Outside, the formal garden is a gem and the perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee, afternoon tea or barbecue. The Dovecote has its own private garden too.

Accommodation is across 2 floors with each bedroom a delightful place to unwind at the end of the day. Bathroom facilities are plentiful.

The Dovecote in the grounds is a bonus for additional guests, and especially popular as a self contained retreat for couples or for those seeking privacy in multi generational groups. This characterful option is romantic and comes equipped with everything a couple could need.

Residents can book some of the activities offered on Sandon Estate. These include access to 1000 acres of countryside for walks perhaps with a catered picnic, woodland dining, floral design using greenery gathered from the woodland, cookery classes, art sessions and wellbeing, including massage, pilates and walking in the woods.

Local market towns such as Baldock, Royston and Buntingford all have a range of pubs and restaurants to sample. The historic city of Cambridge is 30 minutes with many attractions and experiences including punting, music festivals and buzzing art galleries.