Hertfordshire » England
The Grove
London ’ s Country Estate
Set in 300 acres of historic Hertfordshire parkland and open countryside , only 18 miles from central London , The Grove , is the former home of the Earls of Clarendon and was used by Queen Victoria . More than just a five-star hotel , it has been lovingly restored to stunning effect , fusing contemporary design and original period architecture with exceptionally caring and professional service . Opened in 2003 , the hotel was recognised as the AA Hotel of the Year within 12 months and is now a member of the Leading Hotels of the World , a collection of the world ’ s most distinguished properties . The Grove offers luxury accommodation in 26 historic Mansion rooms and suites , as well as 189 rooms within the contemporary West Wing , together with an award-winning spa , Sequoia where guests can indulge in a variety of treatments . Sequoia spa was previously voted the favourite hotel spa in the UK by readers off Conde Nast Traveller .
In addition , the estate is also home to three restaurants in the heart of the 18th Century mansion , including the 3 AA Rosette finedining restaurant Collette ’ s , formal gardens created by Chelsea Golf medallist and judge Michael Balston and a walled garden with an open air pool and urban beach .
The 7,152 yard championship golf course was designed by the distinguished international architect Kyle Philips , who combines modern game strategies with the great traditions of British golf course architecture . The 18-hole layout is kept in immaculate condition and follows a majestic route through the rolling leafy Hertfordshire landscape fully integrated cart paths which are open all year round . You can select the course length for your ability , thanks to the expansive tees .
The Grove still remains the only UK venue to have hosted a World Golf Championship event , won by Tiger Woods in 2006 , and its course consistently features in many influential Top 100 rankings , including those produced by Golf Monthly and Golf World Magazines . It was also the host venue for the European Tour ' s 2016 British Masters , in association with Sky Sports
Sample golf packages : View the website for special offers .
www . thegrove . co . uk
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