This charming hotel and spa is housed in a country dwelling dating back to the reign of William III and comprises a total of 29 rooms. It is close to the city and is set on 20 acres of its own gardens and parkland. Built in 1699, it was once the home of the famous diarist, Lady Mary Wortley Montagu. After a period of neglect, the hotel was purchased and restored by Historic House Hotels who also own Hartwell House, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire and Bodysgallen Hall, North Wales. The house is now decorated with antiques and fine pictures carefully chosen as consistent with the period of the house itself. The gardens and parklands have also been restored and include ha-has, a white garden, a walled garden, a small lake and some beautiful specimen trees. Facilities on offer to guests include a lobby area with a 24-hour reception and check-out service, a hotel safe, a cloakroom and lift access. It also offers a bar, a restaurant and conference facilities and guests may take advantage of the room and laundry services. There is parking available for those arriving by car.

This hotel overlooks the York racecourse and is thus an obvious choice for the race-goer. It is only 2.4 km from York railway station and the city and guests will find a number of attractions in the surrounding area including Fairfax House, the National Railway Museum and York Minster (10 minutes' drive) and Harewood House, the city of Leeds and Castle Howard (all around 40 minutes' drive). Leeds Bradford International Airport is around 50 km away.

Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner are served 7 days a week. Guests should make sure to book in advance to avoid disappointment.