Price based on 7 night stay. Property also available per night.
Gunpowder Plot House is one of the most intriguing and historic houses in England. From 1375 to 1611 it was the home of the Catesby family. In 1605 Robert Catesby and his fellow conspirators, including Guy Fawkes, gathered in the Manor’s gatehouse. There they conspired to assassinate King James I and his courtiers by blowing up the Houses of Parliament in one of England’s most notorious acts of treason, the Gunpowder Plot. The Manor House comprises diverse architectural periods and styles, masterfully integrated in the early 20th century by renowned architect Sir Edwin Lutyens under the patronage of industrialist Ivor Guest, 1st Viscount Wimborne. Within easy reach of London, the House is conveniently located for many local attractions such as Silverstone motor racing circuit and the historic town of Stratford-upon-Avon.
The gardens are stunningly landscaped and the grandeur of the house extends to the amenities such as a private tennis court and swimming pool.
The interior of the manor is exceptionally luxurious and grand. Every corner of the house is filled with history and you can explore it in absolute comfort.
There are a variety of different dining locations to be able to have intimate dining or in large groups, such as the Stone Hall or the Lutyens Dining Room. There is also the option to add a private chef to your stay.
On the first floor there are three bedrooms with king size beds and one bedroom with a twin room. On the second floor there are three king size bedrooms and one twin bedroom In the Ipswich (Tudor) wing there is one king size bedroom and one twin room.
There are five bathrooms total throughout the house. First Floor: Two Ensuite and two shared Second Floor: One shared bathroom
Silverstone is home to the British Grand Prix which is held annually
Stratford-upon-Avon is gorgeous a medieval market town in England’s West Midlands filled with historic buildings and is most famous for being the 16th-century birthplace of William Shakespeare.
The Manor is within easy reach of the UKs thriving and lively capital.