Mr & Mrs Smith

The Manor

Somerset, United Kingdom

The Manor in Somerset dates back to the 13th century, but there’s nothing aged about its approach to celebrations: there’s space for up to 24, all the necessary technological flourishes, a dramatic banquet hall for decadent dinners, a pool table, and romantic rooms to retreat to, post-party. In quieter moments (or for al fresco events), the gorgeous grounds beckon – have a picnic on the lawns or a dip in the heated outdoor pool, admire the koi pond and the wild lake, or play a game of tennis on the courts. Whatever your desire – be it a private chef and a cocktail and canapé reception, or a walking tour of the scenic countryside – the owners will make it happen.

Need to know

• Rooms 11, including two suites.
• Rates Double rooms from $5988.00 (£3,958), excluding tax at 20 per cent. The Manor is unable to accept payment by credit card.
  The price shown represents the lowest nightly rate for a double room available at this hotel over the next 21 days. Any price conversions from the hotel's local currency (£3,958) have been conducted using today's exchange rates from xe.com.
• More details Continental breakfast (or a cooked breakfast for parties of 20-plus, on request) is included in the rates.
• Facilities Tennis courts, gardens with a wild lake, sauna, two fully equipped self-catering kitchens, lounges with flatscreen TVs and DVD players, WiFi. In rooms: bathrobes and Bulgari bath products. Some have Bose sound systems.
• Poolside The heated pool is set amid the flowering gardens and oak trees. Relax on one of the wooden day beds, which are equipped with comfy mattresses.
• Check-out 3pm. Earliest check in, 12 noon.
• Children More than welcome – up to four extra beds can be added (free) and there are a range of catering options to please even the fussiest of eaters. More...
• Also Well-behaved pets can stay free with at least 24 hours’ notice. Dog bowls can be provided. Spencer and Fiona also own a property next door that sleeps up to 10, so any overspill from house parties or wedding celebrations can sleep there.

Food and drink at The Manor

• Hotel restaurant

  No restaurant as such: guests can make the most of the Aga and cook their own meals; alternatively, owners Spencer and Fiona offer a mind-boggling array of catering options and menus, including a champagne reception with canapés, welcome suppers, barbecues, a shooting menu and mediaeval-style banquets. Breakfast, lunch and dinner can all be pre-booked: just let the owners know what you want. The banquet hall is the heart of the house, and the perfect setting for an extravagant dinner party. Oak-panelled walls, original beams and a wood-burning stove create a dramatic, historic feel. This room seats 24, and looks stunning when lit with candles.

• Dress code Slippers by morning; slinky by night.
• Top table The one in the grand banquet hall, of course.
• Room service None, but just arrange any extras before arrival.
• Hotel bar

  There's no bar as such, but you can help yourself to the array of spirits in the Gun Room (and leave the combustibles alone, afterwards).

Also worth knowing

• Weddings This property is suitable for weddings. More...

The Manor Gerbestone Lane, West Bucklans, Wellington, Somerset TA21 9PJ