Buzz returns to hotel as guests book into ‘hives,’ treehouses and designer rooms
AN opening date has finally been announced following a two-year transformation of Callow Hall Hotel.
Bookings are already being made for the Mappleton Lane retreat, which is set to open on September 1 following a £3.5 million refurbishment that has seen the historic building expand, and new “hives” built in its adjacent woodland.
General manager Jeremy Whitworth said: “We’ve created something truly special here at Callow Hall and we are excited to share it.
“It is a fabulous hotel, with a rich history in a stunning location of Ashbourne.
“Callow is a place to gather and celebrate with friends and family, to immerse yourself in nature and to explore, hike, run, cycle. It’s about stepping away and switching off.”
The property, once a private country house which opened as a hotel nearly 40 years ago, has undergone a complete transformation with interiors by London designer Isabella Worsley, plus the addition of 11 new woodland hives boasting one bedroom, an en-suite bathroom, kitchenette and outdoor bathing.
At the far end of the ancient woodland two treehouses are perched high above the ground for a secluded esthe
cape with a view over the surrounding landscape.
The custom-built treehouses are geared for selfcatering
with an open-plan sitting room, two bedrooms, kitchen, en-suite bathroom and outdoor bathing on the
decking. The hives and treehouses will be equipped with sticks and marshmallows for the communal firepit in the woods and binoculars for wildlife watching.
The main house has been given a makeover with plush interiors and each of the 15 individually-designed bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms and bespoke detailing.
Its new glass-walled restaurant, the Garden Room, will serve seasonal dishes from breakfast through to dinner and has a roof containing the plant sedum - which forms a tightly-knitted green carpet to provide a habitat for birds and insects.
Meanwhile a feature bar will serve cocktails with views over the landscape, and doors opening onto the patio and gardens beyond.
Away from the house visitors can enjoy afternoon tea in the Secret Garden, or a picnic by the Bentley Brook.
Energetic guests can try out the new Coach House Wellness Centre which has an undercover gym area in the landscaped courtyard with rowing machines and interactive bikes.
A range of bikes including ebikes will be available for hire and in the Map Room guests can plot their next adventure, whether on foot or by pedal.
The hotel also offers a yoga studio, a sauna and steam room and three treatment rooms offering a range of organic experiences including massages and facials.
To find out more visit wildhive.uk