Buckinghamshire’s Stately Home is a Luxury Hotel fit for a King

-Its most famous resident was Louis XVIII, exiled King of France
-Explore 94 acres of parkland landscaped by a contemporary of Capability Brown
-The Royal Meteorological Society was founded at Hartwell House in 1850
-The Grade I Listed House is home to an award-winning Restaurant and a Spa

Hartwell House is the hotel with royal history. This history is felt throughout the hotel and grounds and guests can interact with every aspect of the hotel’s story with a stay here. In 1809, Hartwell House was leased to the exiled King Louis XVIII of France and his court. King Louis remained at Hartwell until 1814 when the constitutional document, confirming his accession to the throne, was signed in the library by the King.

Over the centuries this Grade I listed house and garden have evolved to serve many different roles. Some of Britain’s finest designers have contributed to the beauty of its buildings and landscape, including the architect James Gibbs, Henry Keene and James Wyatt, and the gardener Richard Woods (a rival of ‘Capability’ Brown), who created the present day parkland.

The Great Hall is a masterpiece of English baroque design and most of this room is virtually unchanged since its completion around 1740. The Morning Room and the Library are decorated in the Rococo style, with curvilinear marble chimney pieces. The bookcases in the Library are fitted with some of the finest surviving gilt-brass wirework in the country. The main Dining Room has been designed in the style of the eminent early 19th century architect, Sir John Soane. The restaurant has been awarded two AA Rosettes and is open daily for dinner. The unique staircase at Hartwell House is decorated with carved Jacobean figures and leads to a selection of suites and bedrooms.

Today a number of Royal Rooms and Royal Suites located in the main house offer the ultimate accommodation experience where guests are immersed in history. A number of ‘Royal Four Poster Rooms‘ were once resided in by King Louis XVIII and his Queen and these four poster rooms are the perfect setting to celebrate and enjoy a true escape. There are four rooms situated at each corner of the main house decorated with antiques, fine paintings and awe-inspiring views of the gardens, parkland and lake. 

On the entrance drive opposite Hartwell House, guests are greeted with the magnificent equestrian statue of Frederick, Prince of Wales dating back to around 1757.

St Mary’s Church is located in the hotel grounds and the little octagonal church was rebuilt in 1753 by Henry Keene. It is one of the finest examples of the early Gothic Revival style. 

Historic House Hotels restored Hartwell House and today the hotel’s long and distinguished history can be felt instantly as guests arrive. Each of the public rooms tells a story. The Great Hall, the Morning Room, the Drawing Room, the Library and three elegant dining rooms including the principal Dining Room can be enjoyed by all guests and visitors who dine.

Hartwell Spa resides in the grounds with a mosaic-lined indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam rooms, gym and club room. Guests can enjoy treatments by leading brands 111SKIN and Aromatherapy Associates. 

In September 2008, the hotel was donated to the National Trust to ensure its long-term protection. It continues to be managed by Historic House Hotels. 

The tranquil setting invites guests to unwind while enjoying exceptional service. Book in now for a winter break. 

www.hartwell-house.com Hartwell House, Buckinghamshire, HP17 8NR, Tel:01296 747444

B&B priced from £293 per room per night and includes use of the spa facilities