Six bedrooms sleep up to twelve. The principal suite is the showstopper – an emperor bed and a freestanding brass bath sharing the room itself, with a separate his-and-hers shower room and WC next door. Three further bedrooms are en suite, each with a king bed and a roll-top or integral-shower bathroom of its own. The final two, up their own staircase, share a bathroom between them – ideal for older children, or a couple who’d rather slip away from the main house entirely.
Set in 500 acres of Chiltern countryside, this 15th-century manor house to rent comes with a few tricks up its sleeve.
Property information
Character-led and brimming with country charm, this six-bedroom retreat offers a private cinema and a hidden bar.
Nestled between the quaint towns of Henley-on-Thames and Marlow, Chiltern Lodge is the Chiltern Estate’s most characterful house – a Grade II listed, 15th-century lodge that rewards the curious. Behind its handsome stone front sits a private library, a cinema for twelve and a snug wrapped around an original inglenook. Six bedrooms sleep up to twelve, formal gardens and three terraces frame the views, and a treehouse keeps younger guests happily occupied. Beyond the lodge’s own grounds, the wider estate’s amenities – swimming pool, tennis court and games barn – are a short walk away.
What’s included?
- Personal check-in
- Weekly housekeeping (for stays over seven nights)
- Concierge and customisable services to add
- On-site property and estate managers
7-night stay from: £17,000 – £28,300
3-night stay from: £7,500 – £17,600
The living spaces
Chiltern Lodge is built for leisure and slowing down. A library with its own fireplace invites an afternoon with a book, while the snug, gathered around an original inglenook fireplace, comes into its own in the hours after dinner. When the group’s in the mood for entertaining, a cinema room seats twelve in front of an 85-inch screen. Surprises are part of the charm: a hidden bar for a proper nightcap, and a cloakroom concealed beyond a secret door.
A state-of-the-art kitchen anchors the house, with a large induction range, a table for eight and a sofa tucked in alongside – a room to linger in, not just cook in, with a utility close by to keep the practical side out of view. Come evening, the grand dining room seats twelve beneath its own fireplace, set for the long, candlelit kind of dinner.
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Outdoor space
Formal gardens wrap the lodge, with three terraces to follow the sun from morning coffee to evening drinks, and a treehouse that younger guests will claim within minutes. From here the estate rolls out in every direction – 500 acres of wildflower meadows, ancient woodland and footpaths where deer appear at dusk and red kites circle overhead. The shared estate amenities, the swimming pool, tennis court and games-filled barn among them, are an easy stroll away. For days further afield, mountain bikes, the estate’s restored 1935 Thames launch and a chauffeur-driven Range Rover Autobiography can all be arranged.
Property features
The surroundings
Tucked into a secluded fold of the Chiltern Hills near Hambleden, Chiltern Estate feels entirely its own while remaining within easy reach of London.
Henley-on-Thames lies close by, with its riverside walks, celebrated regatta and waterside restaurants, while Marlow’s handsome high street and renowned pubs are only slightly further afield. The surrounding Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty rewards exploration, whether by foot, bike, boat or car. Beechwoods, winding country lanes and abundant wildlife define the landscape. High Wycombe provides a wider offering of shops, cafés and restaurants, alongside its Georgian high street. There’s also a cluster of historic landmarks, from the landscaped grounds of West Wycombe Park to the atmospheric Hellfire Caves. Despite its sense of seclusion, London remains comfortably accessible – close enough for weekend guests to arrive by lunchtime and feel a world away by afternoon tea.
Driving times:
Hambleden – 5 mins
Marlow – 20 mins
Henley-on-Thames – 30 mins
Reading – 45 mins
Nearest Station
Marlow - 15 mins
Guest Services
At your service
No request is too big or small for our concierge team. Premier League tickets to an all-important game, specialist piano tuners, a Michelin-starred plant-based chef. It’s a yes to all of the above.
Finesse your stay
Fine dining at home
Wellness & treatments
Childcare & entertainment
Private chauffeurs & car hire
Florists & florals
Sports tickets, music tours & events
Dining out in style
Seasonal experiences & décor
Mixologists & sommeliers
At home entertainment
Converted barn
Private walled garden and orchards
Enviable location near Daylesford
Designed by Simon Gill Architects
Swimming pool, spa and wellness barn
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from £2,100-£4,900 / night
Properties have a minimum rental period of 1 week
Chiltern Lodge
from £2,100-£4,900 / night
20th March, 2025 - 11th April, 2025
from £44,000 for 22 nights
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