The House
Built-in 1740, Woodchester House epitomises the timeless elegance of the Georgian period. It sits within a beautiful estate of organic grassland meadows, native woodland and its own babbling stream.
In the mid-nineteenth century, the house was frequently visited by A.E. Housman, finding the valley landscape inspiration for his early poetry.
Built-in 2007 The RIBA award-winning Garden Room is a highly contemporary space looking out over the ever-changing tableaux of the arboretum garden.
2016 saw the establishment of the Woodchester House Flock of rare breed Cotswold sheep, providing the wool for our range of yarns.
Woodchester House is situated near the bohemian town of Stroud nestled in the Cotswolds valleys. Within easy reach of walks, riding, gliding, golfing, country drives and many fine pubs. The Woodchester valley even boasts its own vineyard!
The house is within easy reach of the M4 and M5. The towns of Stroud and Nailsworth are 5 mins drive with many great cafes, shops and restaurants. Cirencester, Tetbury and Westonbirt Arboretum are reached in under 30 mins, Cheltenham is 45mins and Bath about an hour.
London is approximately a 2 hour drive, Heathrow Airport 1 ½ hours and Paddington Station is 1 ½ hours by train.
So if you are enjoying the Races at Cheltenham, relaxing in the Bath Spa, or exploring the history of Gloucester's Cathedral and Docks, Woodchester house is the perfect location for your stay.
Woodchester House offers a unique venue for your bespoke event.
The Georgian house boasts a relaxed contemporary décor with exquisite original features throughout. A select portfolio of contemporary art and minimalist furnishings creates an intimate space to relax with friends and family.
