Ston Easton Park - A Von Essen Hotel in Farrington Gurney, England

Location. Ston Easton Park Hotel enjoys a tranquil rural location on the edge of the typically English village of Ston Easton, Somerset, England, seven miles from historic Wells Cathedral and 11 miles from the bustling maritime city of Bristol.
Hotel Features. A country house hotel, Ston Easton Park is a Grade I listed Palladian mansion, built in 1739 in the neo classical style. It is surrounded by formal gardens and 36 acres of parkland which the River Norr flows through. Massage treatments are available and room service is available around the clock. Babysitting and childcare can be provided by arrangement. There is complimentary parking on site.

The Ston Easton Park Hotel's Cedar Tree Restaurant has oak panelling and views over the River Norr. The menu features modern British cuisine with a Mediterranean twist, using fresh vegetables from the hotel's own garden. A complimentary full English breakfast is served each morning.

The hotel has seven meeting rooms with audio visual equipment.

Leisure facilities include a croquet lawn, a tennis court and a full size billiards table.

Guestrooms. The 166 guestrooms have authentic antique furnishings, typical English decor and original art works. All are equipped with televisions and high speed Internet connections. Other standard amenities include complimentary newspapers and bottled water. Designer toiletries, bathrobes and makeup mirrors are provided in the bathrooms.

Expert Tip. Humphry Repton designed the beautiful classical gardens that surround the hotel. He unsuccessfully sought fame as a journalist, playwright, artist and political agent before unexpectedly becoming the leading landscape gardener of his day.