About Highclere
Highclere is a small, friendly B&B in Sunninghill, about two miles from the racing and celebrity events at Royal Ascot.It offers double and family rooms.
Room choices at Highclere have their own private bathroom. Typically, they also feature a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee facilities, and a hairdryer.
Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. A major feature for visitors to this high profile area is the provision of free parking.
Breakfast is available each morning. Thereafter, restaurant options that are within 700 metres or so of the property include The Duke. This is a traditional pub which also serves a variety of Britain's favourite dishes.
Ascot is one of England’s most affluent towns. It is less than two miles to the equally prestigious Sunningdale Golf Club and there is easy access also to Windsor Castle which is approximately eight miles away.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Friendly, Welcoming Staff.
The on-site proprietors are an absolute delight as are their staff. Plenty of lovely, personalised touches and great attention to detail here, and if there should be the slightest problem at all - you can be sure the charm and hospitality of the staff wi
positive:
Superb Location.
Fantastic locale in excellent proximity to a variety of attractions and outlying areas, including Thorpe Park, Ascot Racecourse (a one minute walk from the doorstep), several golf courses, Sunningdale Railway (for easy trips to London), Wentworth, Henley,
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Clean, Comfy Rooms.
Very nice rooms with cosy beds, clean linens and quality towels. Don't be surprised to find chocolates on your pillow! Clean, well-supplied bathrooms well-known for their wonderful power showers.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Room Foibles.
Some felt their room was too small for comfort, and recommended booking a size larger than you anticipate needing in order to have adequate space. Others would have preferred a bath in addition to the shower. Some units are entirely without air condition
negative:
Sparse Selection at Breakfast.
The continental breakfast could use a few more items for choices and some felt a bit sorrowful at the amount provided. Nearby Brickmakers Arms is also open for breakfast most days.
negative:
Chestnut Annex Construction.
The Chestnut House Annex has been under construction and, as such, the grounds may not be fully presentable for certain tastes. You may want to ask to see it before agreeing to accommodations there when the main building is full.