Luxury accommodation near Royal Ascot
Exuding elegance, and amazing hats, racegoers trot gracefully down to the posts for this glamorous annual equine event, panning out over five exciting days in June.
Thanks to Queen Anne, who correctly surmised that Ascot was a bit of prime flat land that would make a truly awesome race ground, the venue has been home to race events for the last 300 years. Alongside a daily Royal Procession, energetic bandstand singing and world-class racing, there are food and drink outlets selling everything from Champagne to hot dogs, and a range of events for children like face-painting and pony rides. Book one of our luxury self-catering cottages near Ascot and enjoy having an off-site base for recharging in comfort and style.
Thanks to its handy location just to the west of London, and not far from Heathrow Airport and several major train stations, Ascot is easily accessible to visitors all dressed up to the nines. The dress code invites guests to go for an individual yet stylish look, and there are detailed guidelines for each enclosure. Having designer headgear has long been a crucial part of the Royal Ascot look; expect to see sprigs and stems, angled toppers and elegant fascinators, but don’t forget to keep your peepers peeled to the track when the horses get the go-ahead!
Rhapsody
A utopia of surreal garden sculptures, topsy-turvy architecture and glass-like pools, Rhapsody has fallen head first through the rabbit hole and landed in the heart of Wonderland.
Sleeps: Up to 12 (10 adults and 2 children)
From: £13,250 per week, £9,995 per short break
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Outdoor heated swimming pool (May - September), with jet stream, sunken hot tub, yoga studio, glass reading room overhanging the pond, cinema room, games room (with pool table, darts, table tennis and table football)
Distance: Approx. 21 miles from Royal Ascot as the crow flies
Mulberry Mill
Billingshurst, West Sussex, UK
There’s something quite special about this romantic old mill on the River Arun. Sandwiched between the High Weald and South Downs AONB with beautiful topiary gardens, this charming country home on the edge of Billingshurst is a rural idyll.
Sleeps: Up to 6 guests
From: £1,850 per week, £1,350 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 guests
Pets: Two pets are welcome
Features: Canoes for the river, foosball room, fishing is available between June-March
Distance: Approx. 25 miles from Royal Ascot as the crow flies
Mill of Arun
Billingshurst, West Sussex, UK
A tranquil spot on the Arun River sets the scene for a grand self-catering getaway here in rural West Sussex. Throw in a magical four-story millhouse for the family, a romantic couples' barn and English topiary gardens - and the whole family are guaranteed a ball.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
From: £3,095 per week, £2,295 per short break
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Hot tub, two kayaks for the river, table football in the games room, fishing is available between June-March
Distance: Approx. 25 miles from Royal Ascot as the crow flies
Figgy Court
Billingshurst, West Sussex, UK
A 700-year old rustic grain barn reinterpreted - this charming self-catering couples’ retreat affords a slice of country living on modern terms. Honey-hued oak beams and hand-crafted furnishings are a celebration of yesteryear, with little luxuries like the riverside hot tub adding lashings of romance.
Sleeps: Up to 2 guests
From: £1,250 per week, £995 per short break
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Hot tub
Distance: Approx. 25 miles from Royal Ascot as the crow flies
White Crow Cottage
Little Haseley, Oxford, Oxfordshire, UK
A biscuit tin cottage that sees your old-world charm and raises you poured concrete and Picassos, this luxury thatch was designed for family living, with plenty of slumber spots for dogs too.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
From: £2,995 per week
Pets: Two well behaved dogs are welcome
Distance: Approx. 27 miles from Royal Ascot as the crow flies
Cadence
A 70’s sci-fi film was the unlikely inspiration for this playful modern retreat. Award-winning for its design and settled within poetic South Downs scenery; this architect's private home is a fine example of the new English country house.
Sleeps: Up to 10 guests
From: £6,295 per week
Pets: Two well-behaved pets are welcome
Distance: Approx. 28 miles from Royal Ascot as the crow flies
Ariabelle
Iping, Midhurst, West Sussex, UK
Found at the end of a sweeping tree-lined drive, Ariabelle is the ultimate private country house, affording a luxury stay with lavish indoor pool and all the trimmings, all wrapped up within glorious South Downs countryside.
Sleeps: Up to 14 guests
From: £17,500 per week, £13,995 per short break
Pets: Pets are considered on prior agreement
Features: Indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub, tennis court, steam room and sauna, gym and bar
Distance: Approx. 29 miles from Royal Ascot as the crow flies
