Calcot & Spa: A Perfect Escape in the Heart of the Cotswolds
Nestled in the scenic Cotswolds, Calcot & Spa is a charming retreat where old-world elegance meets modern comfort. Set within 220 acres of rewilded countryside near Tetbury, this 16th-century country house hotel offers a peaceful sanctuary.
The property features a state-of-the-art spa, providing a space for deep relaxation. Here, you’ll find roaring fires, plush armchairs, and indulgent feasts. Whether you’re soaking in the tranquil pools, sipping a G&T in the herb gardens beneath towering weeping willows, or cycling through fields of wildflowers, Calcot turns relaxation into an art form.
What makes it even better? The Ofsted-registered kids’ club, offering complimentary childcare for up to four hours daily. It includes fun activities like gaming consoles and a 12-seater cinema, making it the perfect family getaway.
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Cotswolds
Calcot is just three miles from Tetbury, a charming market town once known for its wool market. Today, Tetbury’s winding lanes are filled with antique shops, wine bars, boutiques, and cafés—including the unique Blue Zucchini with its quirky décor.
Nestled near Highgrove, the private home of King Charles III, Tetbury combines royal heritage with a bohemian vibe. It’s an ideal spot for visiting Westonbirt Arboretum or exploring the historic Newark Park.
Rooms and Suites MWR LIFE
Spacious Rooms at Calcot & Spa
Calcot & Spa offers 35 stylish, unique rooms and split-level suites scattered between the main house and an elegant courtyard. Thirteen rooms are designed for families, from Cozy Rooms to the estate’s largest family suites.
Family suites come with:
— Two bedrooms (including romantic four-poster beds for adults and twin beds for children)
— Comfortable lounges
— Fluffy bathrobes
— Homemade shortbread
— Baby video monitors
— Bramley ‘Little B’ toiletries
— Toniebox audio story players
Generous Rooms reflect a true country-chic style:
— Rustic charm with original beams and farmyard prints
— Deep soaking tubs
— Exposed Cotswolds stone
In the evenings, guests can enjoy:
— A vast DVD library
— Cozy fireplaces
— A glass of wine
— The perfect setting for relaxation and nostalgia
Food and Beverage
The Brasserie at Calcot & Spa
Located in a charming honey-hued courtyard, The Brasserie at Calcot & Spa is a fine dining experience with a rustic charm, highlighted by a grand silver birch tree.
Start with indulgent starters like Westcombe cheddar soufflé, Cornish crab, hand-dived Orkney scallop, and juniper-cured sea trout. For the main course, enjoy hearty dishes such as Home Farm lamb rump, tender chateaubriand for two with creamy truffle mash, and brown sugar cured pork chops with chunky Koffman’s fries and peppercorn sauce.
Pair your meal with a selection from an extensive wine list, featuring deep Burgundy reds and crisp Rhone Valley whites. Or try the signature Calcot Originals like the floral and honeyed Beehive Martini, or the indulgent Creme de la Cotswolds with cacao-infused vodka, Cotswolds cream, Tonka syrup, and chocolate bitters.
The Brasserie at Calcot & Spa.
Got a sweet tooth? Be sure to relish decadent desserts like dark chocolate tartlets, white chocolate choux buns, grappa-drenched affogato, and honey-roasted apricot & lavender mille-feuille. Cheese lovers, however, can feast on British favourites (five cheeses for $25)—from Gloucestershire brie to Nottinghamshire blue stilton and Carmarthenshire Golden Cenarth.
Breakfast is a marriage of a la carte options (Eggs Royale is a firm-favorite) and a weighty morning buffet—while Sunday lunches are simply not to be missed—picture Exmoor caviar, slow roasted sirloin of beef (with fluffy Yorkshire puddings), and sticky toffee pudding (3 courses for $55).
The Hive
Next door, you’ll stumble into The Hive—a low-lit, minimalist-meets-medieval retreat with snug reading nooks, plush velvet sofas, and a sexy cocktail bar crowned by a row of art deco lamps. Here, guests and stylish locals alike graze on warm flatbreads, stacked club sandwiches, silky smoked salmon & cream cheese bagels, and sharing Seafood and Charcuterie boards—brimming with serrano ham, pillowy focaccia, smoked mackerel, and plump Atlantic prawns.
Prefer a slower pace? Ease into a leisurely afternoon tea, nibbling on dainty finger sandwiches, freshly baked golden scones, and miniature desserts—from rich black forest mousse to sweet macarons ($45 per person).
Spa and Wellness
Spa at Calcot & Spa.
While Calcot is, of course, celebrated as a gorgeous Cotswolds hotel—it is perhaps better known for its Scandi-style spa. Melt into the lavender-lined outdoor hot tub beside a crackling fire—guarded by comfy loungers and an al fresco bar—or slip into the serene, adults-only indoor pool (excluding the twice-daily ‘family splash time’) and indulge in a myriad of blissful treatments. Choose from hydro glow facials, Himalayan salt rituals, de-stress massages, pedicures, prescriptive manicures, and even Reiki and reflexology.
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You’ll also find a steam room, sauna, three tranquil relaxation lounges—and ‘The Grain Store’—a state-of-the-art wellness center housing a yoga studio (also hosting Pilates, Tai Chi, and sound healing classes), a ‘spin shed’, and a high-tech gym with personal trainers on hand. Outside, you can make use of two tennis courts, free-to-borrow bikes, and a sweeping frisbee golf course—or simply wander across 220 acres of rewilded Cotswolds countryside where towering weeping willows lend a fairy-tale touch.
How To Do It
Residents and travelers in London can hop on a 66-minute direct train from London Paddington to Kemble. From there, it’s an 20-minute cab ride to Calcot & Spa. Double rooms start at $475, including bed and breakfast. For more information, visit calcot.co.
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