Stockcross, United Kingdom

The Vineyard Hotel & Spa is a Relais & Châteaux luxury property near Newbury, West Berkshire, approximately one hour from London. The hotel is renowned for its 30,000-bottle wine cellar featuring New and Old World wines alongside estate wines, complemented by a restaurant emphasizing local, seasonal cuisine and comprehensive wine education programs including WSET and oenology classes.
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The Vineyard Hotel & Spa is situated near Newbury, West Berkshire, approximately one hour from London. The property occupies a former 18th-century hunting lodge, which was converted into a hotel in 1998 by Sir Peter Michael. The setting combines historic architecture with contemporary amenities in the English countryside.
The hotel comprises 49 rooms and suites, including traditional guest rooms and spacious contemporary suites. The property features air conditioning in select rooms and is pet-friendly in at least one room and common areas at extra cost.
The dining program emphasizes local and sustainable seasonal produce, combining old-world tastes with new-world culinary approaches and techniques. The restaurant showcases carefully curated menus designed around ingredient availability and quality sourcing.
The defining feature of The Vineyard Hotel & Spa is its 30,000-bottle cellar, housing wines from both the New and Old Worlds, as well as estate wines from owner Sir Peter Michael. The hotel offers WSET and oenology classes, wine tasting experiences, wine cellar visits, private and group wine tastings, and wine dinners. Additional experiences include cocktail and cheese masterclasses and gin experiences.
Wellness amenities include a spa offering massage services, a heated indoor pool, sauna, and hot tub. A fitness room is available, and a 9-hole golf course operates on the property, with an 18-hole course nearby. On-site and nearby activities encompass jogging, hiking, horse riding, polo, hunting, and fishing.
The hotel features a private collection of sculptures and paintings by Henri Martin, William Pye, Diane Maclean, Ronald Searle, Boris Smirnoff, and Doris Zinkeisen. Curated art walks allow guests to explore the collection throughout the property.
The Vineyard is particularly suited to wine enthusiasts, food lovers, and guests seeking culinary and wine education. The property welcomes groups and special events across five meeting rooms with a maximum capacity of 220, making it suitable for corporate gatherings and celebrations. Golf enthusiasts, art collectors, and those seeking wellness experiences in a countryside setting will find the property well-aligned with their interests.
Check-in is from 3 p.m. and check-out is before 12 p.m. The hotel accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Children are welcome, with highchairs, kids menus, and early dining options available. Parking and parking services are provided on-site, and internet access is available throughout the property.
Editorial verification: The Vineyard Hotel & Spa is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
The Vineyard Hotel & Spa is located near Newbury, West Berkshire, England, approximately one hour from London.
The property is renowned for its 30,000-bottle wine cellar featuring wines from the New and Old Worlds, alongside estate wines from owner Sir Peter Michael, and wine education programs including WSET and oenology classes.
The Vineyard Hotel & Spa has 49 rooms and suites, including traditional guest rooms and spacious contemporary suites.
The restaurant features local and sustainable seasonal produce combining old-world and new-world culinary approaches. The property also offers wine dinners, cocktail and cheese masterclasses, and gin experiences.
The hotel offers a spa with massages, heated indoor pool, sauna, hot tub, fitness room, and a 9-hole golf course on-site, with an 18-hole course nearby.
Yes, the property welcomes groups and special events across five meeting rooms with a maximum capacity of 220 guests.
On-site and nearby activities include wine tastings, cooking classes, golf, art walks, horse riding, polo, hunting, and fishing.
The Vineyard Hotel & Spa is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
The Vineyard Hotel & Spa is in Stockcross, United Kingdom. Address: Speen, West Berkshire, England, United Kingdom.
| Location | Stockcross, United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Address | Speen, West Berkshire, England, United Kingdom |
| Brand / alliance | Relais & Châteaux |
| Official website | relaischateaux.com |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
Sources: relaischateaux.com/gb/hotel/the-vineyard-hotel-spa/ · en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Vineyard_Hotel_%28Berkshire%29
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