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Opened last September, Coworth Park, Ascot is a luxurious country manors located just 30 miles outside London. A late 18th century country house, Coworth House is the eighth property in The Dorchester Collection. This is a modern English country house hotel set on 240 acres of parkland on the border of Windsor Great Park. Offering a signature luxury retreat, this five-star country-house hotel is the only UK hotel with its own polo grounds.

The interiors at Coworth Park exhibit a distinctly modern flair. In 2008, its interiors were gutted and rebuilt to facilitate the house’s new use as a hotel. The Georgian charm of the original Coworth Park’s manor house estate has been enhanced with an eccentric decorative flair that is altogether contemporary. Providing the ultimate in luxury and comfort, the 70 guest rooms and suites feature subtle elements from their original days, including V-groove paneling, oak floors and leather details. Details blend seamlessly with an understated design palette full of subtle yet playful creative accents. The 17th-century mansion and polo estate has been treated to an intelligent and eco-friendly modern makeover that’s given it three restaurants, a spectacular eco-spa, heated pool and an air of quietly confident grandeur. Guests can enjoy cocktails, afternoon tea, relax and read a book in front of open fireplaces in the enchanting Summer Room and Drawing Room. Dining options include a restaurant within the Manor house, John Campbell at Coworth Park, serving a modern British menu using fresh, seasonal ingredients. The hotel features outdoor activities such as horseback riding, tennis, polo and croquet. Whether you get your boots muddy or venture no further than the restaurant, make sure you have some fun.