Walcot Hall - historic mansion with huge grounds and tennis court

For Covid-19 cancellations, Staycation Holidays offer a full money back guarantee. If you or we have to cancel your booking due to government restrictions relating to Covid - you will receive a full refund, or you may decide to choose alternative dates. Escape to Walcot Hall, our gorgeous Grade II listed Georgian mansion set just outside the village of Alkborough in North Lincolnshire countryside. Built in 1726, our stately home is beautifully situated on five acres of wonderfully landscaped formal gardens within twenty-two acres of parkland. The peaceful location, stunning architecture and beautiful gardens combine to make it a unique escape from the modern world. Built for reunions, Walcot Hall is the perfect place to gather all your friends and family, with easy access to both the north and south of England. The approach to Walcot Hall takes you through the wrought iron gates and along the sweeping driveway to reveal the splendour of the mansion itself. Large, lavish and luxurious, its graceful sash windows and traditional layout echo back to an era of gracious entertainment. Step through the beautiful front door into the warmth of the reception hall with its sweeping cantilevered staircase for the grandest of entrances. Its four ground floor receptions are well equipped for modern entertainment and relaxed afternoons in front of the fire. Celebrate in the decadent drawing room overlooking the gardens, with plenty of cosy seating, and a grand open fire to keep you warm. Gather for dinner in the elegant dining hall. Or curl up in the library/snug and lose yourself in a book or nurse a glass of brandy in front of a blazing fire. The spacious breakfasting kitchen is well-equipped with country-cottage style units and a stunning Aga, as well as a larder room and separate utility room. If you don’t fancy cooking, we can arrange all kinds of catering for special occasions and events - from a simple buffet, to a summer barbecue or a fully catered holiday. When the day is done, discover the six bedrooms on the first and second floors accessed by the grand sweeping staircase. They are superbly furnished with antiques and hung with fine paintings. Characterised by high ceilings, large sash windows overlook the beautifully manicured majestic lawns and fill the rooms with light. Two bedrooms benefit from en-suite facilities and there are a further two bathrooms. Spend your days wandering through the many acres of delightful garden, private woodland and parkland - see what wildlife you can spot and let the kids run wild. There are also ample dog-friendly local countryside and woodland walks right on the doorstep. And, if you fancy getting a bit active, head over to the summer tennis court. You can even bring your horse on holiday as there are stables in the grounds with paddocks and fields. Property Layout: Ground floor: Impressive front doors into an entrance hallway with flag stone floor and fine cantilevered staircase. The hallway has a door to the drawing room to the left and dining room to the right. Drawing Room with large bay window overlooking the front lawns, large dining table in the bay and sofas and armchairs that seat your whole party comfortably in front of the grand open fire. Dining Room with large bay window overlooking the front lawns and table seating ten for group mealtimes. Call the highly-rated chef to cook a feast for family and friends. To the rear of the hall, a door leads to the open plan kitchen/breakfasting room on the right. Fully equipped, with granite work surfaces and an AGA range cooker. A large walk in larder and large utility/laundry room lead off the kitchen. There is a separate cloakroom with wc to the rear of the hall, as well as an office. Large snug room/library through double doors at the rear of the hall with sash windows overlooking the fountain garden. Unwind on the generous sofas (seating ten), watch TV or open a good book in front of a roaring log fire. Double doors open onto the architecturally lovely Amdega Conservatory. The conservatory contains gym equipment and its doors open onto a raised stone terrace just outside. This leads onto a gravelled terrace with outdoor furniture overlooking the fountain garden. First floor: Large landing area with sofa and antique furnishings. Kennedy Bedroom: The largest bedroom. It is triple-aspect with a bay overlooking the front and rear lawns and has a 5' bed with a pretty canopy, chairs and a chaise longue. Bathroom with a separate shower and wc for use by guests sleeping in the Kennedy and Nursery Bedrooms. Nursery Bedroom: With a 4’6” brass bed and large sash window overlooking the front lawns. Toile Bedroom: With a 5’ bed with a pretty bed canopy and a large sash window overlooking the rear lawns. The bedroom benefits from an en suite bathroom with a shower over the bath. Scottish Bedroom: Accessed from the rear landing, the bedroom has a 5’ mahogany bed with pelmet box over the headboard, offering a canopy effect. It has direct access to the family bathroom and two large sash windows onto the rear gardens. Jack and Jill style family bathroom with door to the Scottish Bedroom and another door to the rear landing. This double aspect bathroom has a freestanding claw foot bath and sash windows. Gaze over the rear lawns from the comfort of your bath! Second floor: The Princess Bedroom is an elegant eaves bedroom with 4’6” metal four poster bed and two windows. Adjoining The Princess Bedroom is a small bedroom suitable for two children with a 2'6" trundle bed with hideaway guest bed stored below the main bed frame which pulls out. Garden and grounds: The Orchard - There is a stunning mature orchard with pink princess apples, cooking apples, damson plums and pears. Please feel free to collect fruit and make a lovely pie or crumble. The Woodland - Walcot Hall has its own enchanted forest and also wonderful private walks through beautiful woodland. The Fountain Garden - Stunning formal gardens with statuary and mature beds with thousands of beautiful pink roses. Situated near the tennis court and pool, you can sit on the beautiful terrace under a sun umbrella watching the kids whilst the boys barbecue - a true English country stately home from home. The Georgian built ha-ha is built of Lincolnshire stone, opening up the uninterrupted view in the true English landscape garden tradition. Kids can run wild, and love the enchanted forest and petting the owners' friendly ponies in their kitchen paddock. At a Glance: Sleeps 12 (maximum 10 adults) Six bedrooms – four with king beds, one with double bed, one trundle bed suitable for two children Three bathrooms, one shower room Four spacious reception rooms Suitable for children and baby - high chair, stair gates and fireguards available One well-behaved dog welcome (small additional charge*) Set in five acres of landscaped gardens within 27 acres of private parkland Patio area with garden furniture and barbecue Tennis court Small gym 15' plunge pool for summer months Stables, tack room and fields for ponies and horses on a DIY livery basis* Private catering and events can be arranged - lunches, dinners parties etc. Linen and toiletries Ample parking Covid-19 measures* (see Notes) Equipment: Wood pellet central heating, open fires in both reception rooms Electric AGA range cooker with electric hobs, microwave, second small oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher Washing machine, tumble dryer in the laundry room Two TVs with Freeview, Netflix, DVD player, radio, surround sound system with sound bar Telephone, WiFi internet access* Two highchairs, one stair gate and two fireplace guards available: please request when making your booking Outdoor furniture and barbecue Ample parking Notes: The owner of the property lives on the estate with her adorable small dogs. She respects guests privacy. Smoking is not allowed inside any of our properties * One well-behaved dog welcome by request (additional £25/stay). Please restrict your pet to the ground floor and do not allow on the furniture Please note that a damage deposit of £500 is payable Minimum stay 2 nights throughout the year, except Christmas which is 4 nights Horses and ponies on a DIY basis, with stable, use of tack room and grazing for an additional charge (please phone for details) * Covid-19 measures for this property: In full compliance with the hospitality industry cleaning protocols and safety guidance. Contact-free check in and check out. Date changes for all existing and new bookings if the lockdown measures are extended or re-imposed. Naturally isolated. *Internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use. Speed/service may vary depending on the package obtained by the owner which is provided to guests free of charge. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor the agent will be held responsible.