Introduction
"As featured in both The Telegraph and Yahoo Finance.\nTransform a memorable occasion into something unforgettable by hosting your celebrations at Goodnestone Park a stunning stately home in the wonderful Garden of England in Kent.\nGoodnestone’s charm is a magical combination of history romance and beauty. Home to the same family since built in 1704 it is now sensitively restored to its former glory. Mixing traditional luxury with a contemporary vibe its fabulous without being formal and the views are breathtaking. Goodnestone offer resident guests quintessentially English gracious living in an aristocratic private residence with impeccable high class standards. Totally renovated there are 12 bedrooms with mainly en-suite bathrooms 5 elegant but homely reception rooms and a brand new kitchen giving a traditional feel but with modern day comforts.\nA perfect combination of the depths of the country and yet only an hour and half from Central London. The renowned gardens lovingly referred to as ’Sissinghurst without the crowds’ set the scene for your stay at this beautiful Queen Anne Gem. Jane Austen was a frequent visitor as her brother married into the family that owned it and the house inspired her to write Pride and Prejudice after her stay.\nThere are lots of activities on offer sports and spa treatments gardens and gastronomy country pursuits and culture history and heritage and experienced staff will prepare the house just for you. Food at Goodenstone is a moveable feast. The house can be fully catered or resident guests can self-cater just ask us for details. We can arrange cookery classes helicopter rides wine tasting whatever the occasion let us help arrange your itinerary and make your stay special.\nIdeal for weddings celebrations or a business meeting Goodnestone is a blank canvas for an infinite variety of activities. The Park would be an ideal wedding location small enough to host the most intimate and bespoke wedding and large enough to host a lavish occasion for up to 150 wedding guests."
Summary
Goodnestone Park: sleeps 24 in 12 bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, 5 reception rooms including Drawing room, Dining room with seating for 24, Library, round painted reception room (ideal for small wedding receptions), first floor sitting room with TV/DVD, hallway with sweeping staircase, huge breakfast room, Kitchen, Large gardens and grounds extending to 15 acres, extensive terraces, BBQ, ample parking.
Ground Floor
Drawing room, fireplace
Dining room to seat 24 with fireplace
Round painted reception room with double opening doors to the extensive terraces
Library
Hall with guest cloakroom
Breakfast room with casual seating and table and chairs for 16 with window seats, wood burner
Kitchen with electric range oven, 5 gas hobs, 2 additional electric ovens, Larder Fridge, freezer, dishwasher
Boot room with fridge, freezer, sink, washing machine, tumble dryer, door to WC with wheelchair access
Pantry with tall wine fridge, dishwasher, separate sink, wine bottle rack storage.
Sweeping staircase to the
First Floor
Galleried landing
Fitzwalter Room (sleeps 2) Master bedroom with Super King size bed, wonderful far reaching views of parkland and cricket pitch, fireplace, 2 wardrobes, door to en-suite bathroom with roll top bath, walk in shower, hand basin, WC
Jane Austen Room with mix of sofas and chairs, views of parkland and cricket pitch, fireplace
Pink Room (sleeps 2) large bedroom suite with zip link super king size/twin beds, stunning views of parkland and cricket pitch, wardrobe,fireplace, door to en-suite bathroom with roll top bath, WC, hand basin
Effie’s Room Suite (sleeps 2) king size bed, fireplace, door to en-suite bathroom with roll top bath, hand basin, WC
Dressing Room (sleeps 2) king size bed
Green Room (sleeps 2) king size bed, door to en-suite bathroom with bath, WC and hand basin
Family bathroom with bath, WC, hand basin
Guest cloakroom.
Stairs to Second Floor
William’s Room (sleeps 2) zip link super king size/twin beds, views of parkland door to en-suite bathroom with bath, walk in shower, WC and hand basin
Games Room (sleeps 2) zip link super king size/twin beds, views of parkland door to en-suite bathroom with bath, WC and hand basin
Francis’s Room (sleeps 2) zip link super king size/twin beds, views of parkland, en-suite bathroom with bath, WC and hand basin
Henry’s Room (sleeps 2) king size bed
Family bathroom with bath, WC and hand basin
George’s Room (sleeps 2) king size bed
Julian’s Room (sleeps 2) king size bed
Family bathroom with bath, WC and hand basin
Robert’s Room (sleeps 2) king size bed, en-suite shower room with WC and hand basin
Guest Cloakroom.
Services
Evening drinks
Garden games including croquet and giant Jenga
Bicycles available
Wi-Fi
Central heating
Catering options available including champagne receptions, light lunches, informal suppers and fine dining, please ask us for details.
Licenced wedding venue in grounds for up to 70 guests
What you need to know
Cot and highchair available.
Contact us for details of activities including, Beauty therapy treatments, yoga, hot air ballooning to name a few.
Catering is available from picnics and light lunches to gourmet fine dining, just let us know what you would like and we can arrange.
Wedding celebrations at Goodnestone Park can be arranged for up to £150 wedding guests in a marquee with catering also available. Our on-site wedding organiser will help you plan your special day at Goodnestone Park and be in attendance on the day.
House bikes are available to borrow.
A security deposit of £1500 is required at this property. This will be collected automatically 7 days prior to arrival and refunded (unless a damage claim is received) 7 days after the end of your stay. Please note that your refunded security deposit will take 3-5 days to appear in your account. For your convenience, we’ll take this payment from the last card used to make payment to us. If you would prefer to use a different method of payment, please let us know before the security deposit is due.
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