Library
A very traditional British room, deep red walls and dark mahogany furniture on dark oak floors and a massive rug. Lots of books, an internet access point, sofas, desk, study table and chairs and sumptuous soft furnishings. Usually a quiet room, but it can party if required. And what quintessentially English libary would be complete without a secret door - through to the bar. Where else?
The Kitchen
This really is the heart of the house. A massive Aga, worked by a chef you can watch, fires up the food at mealtimes, making what you want, how you want it, when you want it. The adjoining breakfast room / restaurant seats up to 20 and is best described as bright and vibrant, lively, with lots of art on the walls. A great place to start, or indeed finish, the day.
The Private Dining Room
This room is dominated by a twelve seat dining table - a massive bullet-proof work of art, designed by retro-antique-salvage artist Rod Donaldson – at the centre of this small private dining area. Perfect for a business meal, a party or a very big table for two.
The Conservatory/Bar
This is our bar and sometime brunch room. When the weather is right sun streams into this stunning area, somewhere between a conservatory and an orangery (we are not sure of the difference). Either way it is very light and airy, and seats 24 as a bar, or 14 as a meeting room. Full a/v, including a giant pull down screen, sound system and heated paved outside terrace for the warmer days and nights. Fancy a cocktail?
The Garden
You don't expect to find big gardens so close to the city centre, but The Residence has one. A beautiful Italianate terrace one with boule piste, croquet lawn, two fountains, a trampoline and....
