HOTEL NEWS
Down Hall Announces £ 2.8 Million Refurbishment To Lounges And Grounds
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110-acre country house hotel and spa , Down Hall in Essex , continues its £ 2.8 million investment in the property with the development of its bar , lounge and outdoor facilities . The refurbishment is part of a continued commitment to develop and elevate the property following an extensive refurbishment of the hotel ’ s West Wing in August 2019 , along with the reception area and Garden Room restaurant last year .
Having begun work during the pandemic , externally a one-acre kitchen garden and apple tree orchard have been planted whilst a new landscaped wedding garden has been established . The hotel ’ s tennis facilities have been expanded with a new padel tennis court while a woodland trim trail experience has also been opened . A new 120-cover al fresco dining terrace will follow in May 2022 , as an extension of the hotel ’ s recently renovated restaurant Garden Room .
Overseen by design agency , BESPOQE , the project will see the hotel ’ s bar and lounge renovated to create a luxurious and elegant space that respects the rich history of the Grade II listed Italianate building , which can be traced back to the 10th century . Alongside carefully restoring and spotlighting the property ’ s period features , the new interiors will include a rich colour palette , bespoke furniture , new flooring , lighting and soft furnishings throughout .
The reimagined bar features a scheme of rich blues and dark woods with pops of red and orange detailing . An illuminated 12-foot-tall bar takes centre stage whilst custom-made furniture includes chairs upholstered in soft leather and plush sofas finished in Italian velvet .
In the adjoining lounge , a complementary palette features accents of a lighter periwinkle blue and rose pink , with bespoke banquette seating finished in premium French leather . The original antique marble fireplace has been carefully restored and a stunning art wall nods to the hotel ’ s expansive grounds with paintings of wildflowers , mythical creatures and a giant pear tree .
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