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RURAL RETREAT Clopton Courtyard, Cambridgeshire
Hidden away among the serene Cambridgeshire countryside, Clopton Courtyard offers a collection of charming barn conversions. A destination to relax and unwind, guests can immerse themselves in the breathtaking rural scenery and spend idle time soaking in a wood-burning hot tub. Guests can also choose to indulge in spa treatments provided by Tiny House Retreats. Built with an eco-conscious ethos, the six barns feature timber frames and recycled materials, and are powered by a biomass boiler for cosy underfloor heating. Each barn has its own distinctive character – such as the Sheringham Hut’s modern glamping experience or the open-plan style of the Matilda Studio. With a bedroom, bathroom and spacious living area and kitchen, each barn is well equipped; barns with more bedrooms are also available for larger groups. Clopton Courtyard now also caters to micro-weddings of up to 30 guests. With Cambridge just 20 minutes away by car, it’s the perfect base for exploring the historic city.
CLASS ACT
Since 1834, the University Arms has offered a leading luxury stay in Cambridge. Majestically poised overlooking Parker’s Piece and Regent Street, the hotel stands as a beacon of elegance, providing the quintessential Cambridge retreat. This local icon boasts 192 luxurious rooms and suites adorned with classic Edwardian interiors and lavish touches like tiered chandeliers and bespoke, leather-padded writing desks. Parker’s Tavern bar and restaurant invites guests to indulge in the finest British fare, from sumptuous Sunday roasts to seasonal afternoon teas laden with freshly baked scones and clotted cream. Whether enjoying a cocktail, an in-hotel spa treatment or a curated reading session courtesy of the in-house book butler, guests are enveloped in an atmosphere of refined hospitality. UNIVERSITY ARMS, CAMBRIDGE
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