Donnington Grove and Country Club, Newbury

On the outskirts of Newbury, overlooked by the historic Donnington Castle, this beautifully renovated 18th-century Gothic house is set in 550 acres of grounds with its own championship golf course.

Donnington Grove and Country Club has a beautiful, secluded position, with easy access to the M4 motorway and the A34. London Heathrow Airport is less than 50 minutes away.

There are 18 en suite rooms, all of which have satellite TV and tea/coffee making facilities.

The new clubhouse has a bar opening out onto an outdoor area for al fresco dining. There is also a new restaurant serving carvery meals and delicious European cuisine. The restaurant leads to a south-west-facing terrace with views over the practice area, lakes and the River Lambourn.

The 550-acre estate consists of a mixture of parkland, farmland and woodland, with the River Lambourn running through it. The championship golf course was designed by the Welsh Ryder Cup player, Dave Thomas.