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A CORNER LESS TRODDEN With increasing flight cancellations and refuelling strikes set to scupper international travel plans this summer, those looking for a stress-and-flight-free holiday need look no further than a little off-the-radar corner of the UK in North Lincolnshire where Sawcliffe Manor is located. Travel chaos melts into oblivion when entering this sanctuary space complete with natural spa and gateway to a 400-acre nature reserve that is home to a herd of wild Exmoor ponies where guests are encouraged to roam and connect to nature. Accommodation ranges from three beautiful cottages Rose, Hare and Plum - that can sleep up to six or eight people respectively, to the ancient Manor House where individual rooms can be booked from Sunday to Thursday and for exclusive use at the weekend for up to 24 people; to one of the UK’s largest yurts with its own cosy wood burner and kitchen for the ultimate glamping option.
The Elwes family have been living in Manor House for 500 years with the house itself dating back to the 11th century. It has recently been lovingly restored by the family to the highest specs and is now an interior design dream with a combination of family antiques, William Morris fabrics and a natural spa crafted by local artisans from spruce, a tree renowned for its healing properties. A copper bath suite has recently been opened in the natural spa where unique and indulgence treatments such as a milk bath can be enjoyed, hailed for its moisturising and healing properties.
Farmhouse breakfast baskets piled high with fresh produce including Lincolnshire sausages, eggs from the resident hens and homemade jam apples from the surrounding orchard welcome guests at check-in. Dining options include AGA dinners, wholesome meals that just need to be popped into the AGA oven for an effortless, gourmet dinner and alfresco pizza evenings using the
wood-fired pizza oven. For those celebrating a special occasion, the ‘Mad Hatter’s Tea Party’ afternoon teas are a fun and scrumptious way to celebrate.
Memorable activities at Sawcliffe Manor include axe throwing, archery, live willow weaving and how to build a fire. While other more popular UK destinations are chosen as UK staycations, Sawcliffe Manor is proving the point why North Lincolnshire should be considered as a surprising and unexpected choice for a UK staycation for its wild walks, locally sourced delicious food and a chance to explore a new corner of England - at a much lower price point. In the local environs, there is much to explore when staying at Sawcliffe Manor for an extended stay from a Michelin-starred restaurant to Europe’s largest antique centre. With flight chaos and higher living costs, Sawcliffe Manor offers a brilliant opportunity for a special holiday without having to fly or pay the world for it. BOOK IT
Nightly rates at Hare, Rose and Plum Cottage start from £80 per night on room only basis.
Nightly rates at the Manor House start from £900 per night on a bed and breakfast basis based on 16 people sharing (an additional cost of £80 per person is included for extra guests - the Manor House can accommodate up to 24 people). Rooms in the Manor House can be booked individually from Sunday to Thursday with nightly rates starting from £80 per night on room only basis. For more information, or to book visit www.sawcliffemanor.com
