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Uplands House

Upton, Banbury, OX15 6HJ, United Kingdom

Love at First Sight

Five-Star Country House Retreat

Set in a peaceful corner of the Cotswolds and surrounded by open countryside, Uplands House is a multi award-winning, five-star luxury bed and breakfast offering an intimate country house experience. Approached via a long avenue of ancient lime trees and overlooking an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this elegant retreat is designed for guests who value calm, comfort, and genuine hospitality.

Owned and hosted by Poppy and Graham, Uplands House combines refined interiors, beautiful gardens, and exceptional food with the warmth of a true English country house welcome. It is an ideal base for exploring the Cotswolds — or simply for slowing down and enjoying being looked after.

Romance

Unhurried Time Together in the English countryside

Uplands House is particularly well suited to romantic escapes, anniversaries, and celebration stays. With just three individually styled bedrooms, candlelit dinners, and shared evenings by the fire or in the garden, the atmosphere is intimate, relaxed, and quietly special.

Guests often arrive in time for afternoon tea and homemade cake, before settling in for a candlelit dinner and a peaceful night’s sleep. Whether celebrating a milestone or simply escaping everyday life, this is a place where couples feel genuinely cared for.

Your Stay

Three Beautiful Rooms

All rooms at Uplands House are luxuriously furnished, tranquil, and designed to ensure deep rest and comfort. Crisp linen, antique furniture, countryside views, and generous en-suite bathrooms are standard across all rooms.

Amenities Available in All Rooms:

  • Crisp, high-quality laundered linen
  • Tea and coffee-making facilities with biscuits
  • Still and sparkling water in room on arrival
  • Hairdryer and heated rollers
  • Books and magazines
  • Rooms serviced daily
  • Access to gardens, drawing room, and terrace

What to Do

Gardens, Villages, History & Gentle Exploration

Uplands House is ideally located for exploring some of the Cotswold’s most celebrated attractions. Within easy driving distance are Blenheim Palace, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick Castle, and numerous National Trust properties, alongside world-famous gardens such as Hidcote, Kiftsgate, Sezincote, and Bourton House.

Guests also enjoy:

  • Strolling through classic Cotswold villages
  • Scenic countryside walks and cycling routes
  • Antique shopping and local markets
  • Theatre visits in Stratford-upon-Avon
  • Gentle days out balanced with peaceful evenings at the house

Poppy and Graham are generous with local knowledge and are always happy to help guests plan each day.

The Food of Love

Candlelit Dining & Produce-led Cooking

Dining is a highlight of any stay at Uplands House. Many guests choose to enjoy home-cooked candlelit dinners on their evening of arrival, prepared using organic produce from the kitchen garden and local suppliers.

  • Four-course dinner available (optional)
  • Two- and three-course alternatives offered
  • All dietary requirements catered for
  • Thoughtfully curated wine list, including fine French wines
  • Pre-dinner drinks, coffee, and nightcaps available

Breakfast is equally indulgent, featuring freshly squeezed orange juice (made each morning by Graham using real oranges), homemade muesli, garden berries, and a full Warwickshire breakfast cooked to order.

    Accommodation:
  • Country House
    Setting:
  • Rural
    Hotel features:
  • Dog Friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Private Dining
  • Restaurant
Recommended for:
  • Romantic Dinner

Romantic Breaks

Romantic Cotswolds Escape
Romantic Cotswolds Escape
  • Overnight stay in one of the three beautifully furnished rooms
  • Homemade afternoon tea and cake on arrival
  • Full Warwickshire…

Package includes 1 night stay

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Occasions

Anniversaries

Cotswolds Anniversary & Celebration Stay
Cotswolds Anniversary & Celebration Stay
  • Stay in a chosen room suited to the occasion
  • Celebration-focused welcome and personal hosting
  • Candlelit dinner prepared with organic…

Package includes 1 night stay

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Birthdays

Cotswolds Anniversary & Celebration Stay
Cotswolds Anniversary & Celebration Stay
  • Stay in a chosen room suited to the occasion
  • Celebration-focused welcome and personal hosting
  • Candlelit dinner prepared with organic…

Package includes 1 night stay

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Babymoons

Romantic Cotswolds Escape
Romantic Cotswolds Escape
  • Overnight stay in one of the three beautifully furnished rooms
  • Homemade afternoon tea and cake on arrival
  • Full Warwickshire…

Package includes 1 night stay

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Accommodation

The Four Poster Room
  • The Four Poster Room: £180 per night
  • Best for: romantic celebrations…
From £180
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The Chinese Room
  • The Chinese Room: £150 per night
  • Best for: couples seeking space…
From £150
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The Tulip Room
  • The Tulip Room:£130 per night
  • Best for: cosy romantic breaks

Charming…

From £130
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Seasonal Offers

Romantic Cotswolds Escape
Romantic Cotswolds Escape
  • Overnight stay in one of the three beautifully furnished rooms
  • Homemade afternoon tea and cake on arrival
  • Full Warwickshire…

Package includes 1 night stay

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Valentine's Offers

Cotswolds Anniversary & Celebration Stay
Cotswolds Anniversary & Celebration Stay
  • Stay in a chosen room suited to the occasion
  • Celebration-focused welcome and personal hosting
  • Candlelit dinner prepared with organic…

Package includes 1 night stay

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Romantic Add-Ons

Wine or Champagne on Arrival
Wine or Champagne on Arrival
  • House wines from £12.50 per bottle
  • Fine wines from £30–£150
  • Champagne – price on request
Candlelit Dinner (2–4 Courses)
Candlelit Dinner (2–4 Courses)
  • £40 per person – Four-course candlelit dinner (including cheeseboard)
  • £35 per person – Three-course dinner
  • £30 per person –…