Description
Cliveden House is tucked into the Berkshire countryside, surrounded by 376 acres of National Trust gardens and woodland overlooking the River Thames. A historic stately home with a story stretching back over 350 years, it offers an experience that is both grand and deeply personal. The house itself is filled with antiques, rich fabrics, and quiet corners, evoking a sense of timeless English elegance. Cliveden House is where history, nature, and comfort come together — a countryside escape with real character and charm.
The rooms and suites are each individually designed, combining period features with modern comforts. Many overlook the formal gardens or rolling parkland, and some include four-poster beds, open fireplaces, or original artworks. The setting feels more like staying in a private country home than a hotel — one where every detail is carefully looked after. Cliveden is a place for slow days.
Mornings might begin with a walk along the Thames or a quiet swim in the spa's indoor pool. The spa also features treatment rooms, an outdoor hot tub, and a traditional walled garden for a peaceful reset. You can enjoy a drink in the Library Bar, take a boat out on the river, explore nearby historic sites, or simply stay in to read and rest.
Dining at Cliveden House includes:
• The Cliveden Dining Room – A fine dining restaurant serving modern British cuisine in a setting of high ceilings and garden views, led by Executive Chef Christopher Hannon
• The Astor Grill – A relaxed, more casual option set in the former stables, offering a menu of British and American classics in a warm, brasserie-style space
• Afternoon Tea in the Great Hall – A classic English tea served beneath chandeliers, with freshly baked scones, finger sandwiches, and seasonal pastries
• The Library Bar – A quiet, elegant space for pre-dinner drinks, cocktails, or a nightcap beside the shelves of old books
- A slow morning walk through the rose garden
- Drifting down the Thames on Cliveden’s vintage launch
- A private carriage journey that feels like living history among royal landscapes
Cliveden House
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