Location. Lainston House Hotel is located in Sparsholt, England, three miles from the centre of the city of Winchester, and 12 miles from Southampton.
Hotel Features. Dating from the 17th Century, Lainston House Hotel is set within 63 acres of private parklands which contain the ruins of a medieval chapel and mile long avenue of lime trees. Amenities include a restaurant and bar, outdoor swimming pool, fitness suite, and complimentary Internet connections. Safe deposit boxes are located at the 24 hour front desk where staff can assist with travel and tourist arrangements, and porters are on hand to transfer luggage. A limousine service is available and complimentary parking is provided.
Open for lunch and dinner, The Avenue Restaurant features local produce, and also fruit and vegetables from its own kitchen garden. Seasonal menus are complimented by an extensive list of fine wines, and light meals, cocktails and a selection of fine armagnacs and cognacs are served at The Cedar Bar. Decor is rich and traditional with carved oak panelling and leather armchairs. Room service is offered around the clock.
Business amenit ies include conference rooms with audio visual equipment, fax and photocopying services.
Onsite recreation includes tennis and fishing. A golf course and driving range can be found nearby, along with bicycle hire, horse riding, and hiking trails.
Guestrooms. The 50 guestrooms have individual decor in warm colours. Wood and upholstered furniture compliments beamed ceilings, wood panelling, and exposed brickwork. Beds come with handmade mattresses and pillow menus. All rooms have satellite television, telephones, dial up Internet connections, and coffee and tea making facilities. Bathrobes, slippers, hair dryers, and complimentary bottled water, newspapers and designer toiletries are provided.
Expert Tip. Constructed between the 11th and 15th Centuries, Winchester Cathedral is the longest gothic cathedral in Europe. The nearby Castle Great Hall houses a round table linked to King Arthur.
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