Cotswolds Retreats

Wysdom Hall, (Visit Britain 4 Stars) a Grade II Listed home set in the heart of Burford, is surely one of the finest holiday properties not only in The Cotswolds, but possibly in England. A house steeped in history dating back to the 15th Century, Wysdom offers the incoming guest a wonderful experience that captures the history of this famous market town in truly magnificent surroundings. Examples of the Hall's secrets that lie waiting to be discovered include the vestiges of ornamental paintings that are still to be found on one of the doors in the attic and the chimney breast of the master bedroom. The Hall has undergone some restoration work and today is presented to a fabulous standard. This stunning house is the ultimate holiday home experience that is, in our opinion, absolutely perfect for large groups or family gatherings who appreciate the very best.


ACCOMMODATION:
Ground Floor
Enter the house through a medieval door which leads to the entrance lobby. 
Kitchen, which has a terracotta tiled floor, has purpose made solid oak units, and also includes a large electric hob and oven, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher. (Please note: there is no washing machine at the property).
Facing the kitchen (from the lobby) is the Dining Room, considered to be the oldest part of the house, full of character pieces including oak beams and wood panelling.Dining table comfortably seats 16 but 20 chairs available. Doorway leads to the central Hall with its flagstone floor and oak staircase.
Cloakroom One with WC and washbasin.
Large Ground Floor Bedroom One (with wash basin and WC), twin beds complete with 16th Century oak panelling. Please note: The only access is via stairs from the first floor or across the courtyard. 

First Floor
Drawing Room with 18th Century panelling. This leads to a TV Room, which adjoins the L-shaped Reading Room.
Bedroom Two with double bed and delightful disused Tudor fireplace, Ensuite Bathroom with bath, shower, WC and washbasin. 
Bedroom Three has Georgian panelling, lovely four poster double bed and views over the garden, Ensuite bathroom with bath, shower, WC and washbasin. 
Bedroom Four with double bed and with views over the garden, Ensuite Shower, washbasin and WC.
Bedroom Five with twin beds, oak panelling and classic, disused Tudor fireplace.
Shower Room (Bathroom Four) with washbasin and WC.

Second Floor
From the oak panelled gallery, a staircase leads to splendid additional sleeping accommodation:
Bedroom Six, very large, with two single beds and Bathroom
Bedroom Seven with double bed accessed through small opening.
(Please note that these bedrooms occupy the top floor and can be used either as a Family Room or separated via a large sweeping curtain. To access a bathroom, bedroom seven can either pass through bed six or go downstairs to an alternative bathroom)
Bedroom Eight, with double bed, is approached via its own staircase from the Reading Room. ( Please use Shower Room on First floor.)

The house has the benefit of a 1/2 acre garden, fully enclosed, to the rear - a combination of informal lawns, ornamental trees and a kitchen garden - excellent for entertaining within or simply relaxing. Such a feature is rare in the centre of this popular market town!

Heating & electricity included all year. Limited (due to thickness of walls) wireless Wi-Fi in public areas.
Short breaks welcome all year except Xmas & New Year

No Smokers. Children Welcome. Any day changeover. Housekeeper on site. 

PLEASE NOTE £500 REFUNDABLE BREAKAGES DEPOSIT REQUIRED (OR £1000 FOR BOOKINGS WITH CHILDREN).

Burford is an ideal centre for visiting The Cotswolds area as it is within easy driving distance of popular attractions such as Blenheim Palace, Sudley Castle, Warwick Castle and several National Trust Houses and Gardens. Bourton on the Water, Bibury, Cirencester and Stow on the Wold are all with 25 minutes from the property.