Saxon

Introduction

In the quiet Anglo-Saxon village of Maugersbury lies an estate that has evolved over centuries. From 708 AD until 1537, the house belonged to Evesham Abbey before passing into private hands. Substantially rebuilt in the 17th century and refined by the Georgians, it eventually fell into decline. In 2017, new owners embarked on a meticulous restoration project, transforming the Grade II-listed building into an elegant family home. Open for select weeks throughout the year, the manor welcomes guests through a grand stone porch with a 13th century arched doorway – a threshold between past and present.

Inside

Mullioned windows, soaring ceilings and timber staircases are proud hallmarks of Saxon’s past. In its latest guise, the atmosphere captures a balance of grandeur and grace. An open-plan kitchen-dining room and atrium welcome sunlit mornings, while evenings invite retreat – perhaps a book by the fire or a film in the snug. A chalky palette allows the shifting light to sing, enhanced by curated antique furniture and art, from Karl Blossfeldt photography to Impressionist oil paintings. Upstairs, six bedrooms welcome deep restoration, with four-poster beds draped in soft linen, and a William Holland copper spa bath presiding in the master.

Outside

Beyond Saxon's barley-blonde limestone walls lies carefully restored gardens. Here, expansive lawns unfurl beneath mature trees, and quiet corners invite you to take in the views across rolling Cotswolds valleys. Days pass gently, measured by the shifting light as apricot mornings and honeyed afternoons melt into dusk. With no city glow to intrude, night reveals a sky scattered with stars, its constellations best observed from the warmth of the hot tub. Despite its peaceful seclusion, the manor is just a short walk from Stow-on-the-Wold and close to Daylesford Farm and Soho Farmhouse – if you can tear yourself away.

• PricingFrom £5,995 per week, £5,995 per short break
• FeaturesHot tub, cinema snug with projector and games room
• PetsOne small to medium dog is welcome
  Pets are charged at £60 per week or part thereof
• FamilyChildren and babies are welcome.
  
• PracticalitiesThe kitchen is fully equipped with two electric ovens, a dishwasher, a hob and Nespresso Krupa coffee machine. The utility room houses a large American-style fridge freezer, a wine cooler, washing machine and tumble dryer. The driveway accommodates up to 10 cars. Consisting of the central part and right wing of the property, the adjoining left wing of Saxon is separately occupied by a neighbour. Despite this, access is entirely separate and the house feels very private, with a garden that is not overlooked. CCTV covers the entrances. Please take care around the garden pond, and be aware there are level changes both inside and outside
• Private cateringWhether you're looking for a fully catered stay or a one-off meal for a special occasion, discover your bespoke catering options
  
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• RestrictionsThe property is a much-loved family home, and the owner wishes for it to be enjoyed in the same way by families. Parties may be considered upon prior request; however, stag and hen celebrations are not permitted

Stow-on-the-Wold

A Cotswold market town made of gold lime shopfronts and trad pubs, Stow-on-the-Wold is a handsome chapter of the English country, where every passing hour is an elixir for busyness. Visitors come for antiques, organic produce and charming old bookstores.

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Getting there

• On the map Saxon sits in the Cotswold AONB, just a mile from Stow-on-the-Wold.
• By car Approximately two and a half hours from London and an hour and a half from Bristol.
• By train Morton-in-Marsh is the nearest train station, 15 minutes away by car. There are direct connections to London from nearby Kingham.
• By air Birmingham and Heathrow airports are around an hour and a half and two hours away respectively.