Church Lane, Lower Slaughter, Cotswolds

+44 1451 820 640

stay@ashbournehall.co.uk

An English country retreat in the Cotswolds

Country living with a quieter elegance

Welcome to Ashbourne Hall, an elegant countryside retreat where historic English character, garden views, refined rooms, seasonal British dining, restorative wellness, and thoughtful hospitality create a memorable escape.

Historic country house English architecture and gardens
Cotswolds setting Villages, walks and countryside
Garden wellness Pool, treatments and calm spaces
British dining Seasonal regional ingredients

English heritage renewed for modern country living

Ashbourne Hall draws inspiration from traditional country houses, walled gardens, village estates, antique craftsmanship, and the soft natural colours of the Cotswolds.

Limestone, oak, linen, wool, handmade furniture, botanical artwork, and large sash windows create interiors that feel elegant, comfortable, and closely connected to the grounds.

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Historic English character

Original stonework, restored rooms, fireplaces, and classic architectural details remain at the heart of the hotel.

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Warm country hospitality

Friendly service, thoughtful planning, and personal recommendations throughout your stay.

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Gardens and countryside

Walking routes, historic villages, riverside paths, and local estates begin close to the hall.

Explore the countryside
Elegant English country house interior English country hotel lounge
32 acres Private gardens and meadowland

Sleep among limestone, linen, and garden silence

Every stay combines premium bedding, English textiles, elegant furniture, practical comfort, and views across gardens, courtyards, meadows, or the surrounding countryside.

Private English country cottage
Private garden cottage From £780

The Orchard Cottage

A private two-bedroom cottage with a fireplace, kitchen, dining room, garden terrace, outdoor hot tub, and peaceful meadow views.

128 m² 6 Guests Private hot tub Garden terrace
Luxury Cotswolds hotel suite
Heritage suite From £460

The Library Suite

A generous suite with a separate lounge, freestanding bath, fireplace, reading library, and views over the formal gardens.

72 m² 3 Guests Garden view
Elegant English country hotel room
Country room From £265

Meadow King Room

A calm room with natural fabrics, premium bedding, rainfall shower, reading chair, and garden or courtyard views.

38 m² 2 Guests King bed

Discover rural England through gardens, villages, and tradition

Explore historic villages, river paths, private gardens, local farms, artisan workshops, country estates, and seasonal English landscapes.

Walking through the English countryside
01 · Country landscapes

Private countryside walks

Follow quiet footpaths, rolling hills, river valleys, and village routes with an experienced local guide.

Request a walking route
Historic English village
02 · Village heritage

Historic Cotswolds villages

Explore limestone streets, small churches, antique shops, traditional pubs, and local history.

Plan a village day
British farm and food experience
03 · Regional food

Farms, markets, and makers

Meet local cheesemakers, bakers, growers, brewers, and artisan producers from across the region.

Discover local flavours
English garden experience
04 · English gardens

Private gardens and estates

Visit carefully selected manor gardens, historic estates, and seasonal horticultural collections.

Arrange a garden journey

Warm water, botanical rituals, and countryside quiet

Restore your energy through heated pools, herbal steam, botanical treatments, restorative massage, garden movement sessions, and quiet relaxation rooms overlooking the grounds.

2 Indoor and garden pools
6 Treatment rooms
90 min Signature English garden ritual
Elegant English countryside restaurant Modern British seasonal cuisine

English ingredients served with elegance and restraint

The Orangery Restaurant celebrates regional produce through local vegetables, freshwater fish, pasture-raised meats, artisan cheeses, orchard fruit, garden herbs, and modern British cooking.

Enjoy generous breakfasts, relaxed lunches, afternoon tea, candlelit dinners, and evening drinks overlooking the gardens.

Country breakfast Daily · 07:00–10:30
Garden lunch Daily · 12:00–15:30
Afternoon tea Daily · 14:00–17:00
Orangery dinner Daily · 18:00–22:00
Reserve a table

Between historic villages and the English countryside

Ashbourne Hall offers a peaceful rural setting with convenient access to Cotswolds villages, gardens, country estates, walking routes, market towns, and regional transport connections.

Rural England within comfortable reach

Private transport, railway transfers, local guides, and tailored countryside itineraries can be arranged by the guest team.

Lower Slaughter

Riverside paths, stone houses, and village views.

5 min walk

Bourton-on-the-Water

Cafés, small shops, bridges, and riverside walks.

10 minutes

Stow-on-the-Wold

Historic market square, antiques, and local dining.

12 minutes

Blenheim Palace

Historic architecture, gardens, and exhibitions.

40 minutes

Oxford

University architecture, museums, and historic streets.

55 minutes

Country stays remembered for their warmth and stillness

Guests remember Ashbourne Hall for its gardens, elegant rooms, thoughtful service, British dining, peaceful spa, and access to the Cotswolds countryside.

★★★★★

“The cottage felt private and beautifully considered. Breakfast in the garden room was a highlight every morning.”

Emma W. Manchester, United Kingdom
★★★★★

“Historic character without feeling old-fashioned. The food, service, and countryside setting were exceptional.”

James R. Edinburgh, United Kingdom
★★★★★

“Peaceful but close to the best villages. Our private garden tour made the weekend especially memorable.”

Sophie L. Paris, France

Helpful details for your English countryside stay

Find information about transfers, families, spa access, dining, countryside experiences, and seasonal activities.

Contact our team

Yes. Private transfers can be arranged from nearby railway stations, Oxford, Birmingham Airport, Heathrow Airport, and selected locations across the region.

Standard access to the swimming pool, steam room, sauna, and relaxation lounge is included for registered hotel guests.

Families are welcome. Selected suites and private cottages offer separate living areas, flexible sleeping arrangements, kitchens, and garden space.

Advance booking is recommended, especially during weekends, public holidays, summer, and the Christmas season.

Yes. The restaurant offers vegetarian and vegan dishes and can assist with several dietary requirements when informed before arrival.