Family Escapes
AboutTemple Guiting Manor and Barn are in the centre of the picturesque English village of Temple Guiting, Gloucestershire.The five-bedroom renovated 15th Century Manor House, with a ‘sixth’ twin bedroom between bedrooms four and five, is meticulously maintained and has the luxury of being steeped in English history yet ensuring guests all the modern comforts and amenities for a relaxing stay; and is twinned with the six bedroom all en-suite more contemporary Barn.‘One of the finest, if not the very best of the small Cotswold Tudor Houses.’ This is how the celebrated British architectural historian and author, Sir Nikolaus Pevsner who was awarded the Gold medal from the Royal Institute of British Architects, has described the Grade 1 listed Temple Guiting Manor in the book The Buildings of England. (Gloucestershire 1: The Cotswolds by David Verey and Alan Brooks the inheritors of the Pevsner Architectural Guides).The Manor and Barn can also be rented with the nearby Granary (sleeps six) and the one bedroom cottage, Cow Byre, ideal for very special occasions, weddings and corporate retreats.
Highlights
- Grade I listed 15th-century Manor paired with contemporary six-bedroom Barn
- Formal vaulted dining room seating up to 32
- Heated seasonal outdoor swimming pool and two hot tubs
- Private walled gardens, tennis court and gated boating lake
- Exclusive use of the Estate with option to add further accommodation
About
About
Temple Guiting Manor and Barn sit at the centre of the picturesque Gloucestershire village of Temple Guiting, forming the heart of a private Cotswold estate. This pairing brings together architectural heritage and modern comfort, creating a setting suited to extended family stays, celebrations and corporate retreats.
Inside
The Grade I listed Manor dates from the 15th century and has been thoughtfully renovated, most recently in 2019 with new bathrooms, ensuring contemporary standards while preserving its historic character. The principal five-bedroom layout includes a sixth twin bedroom positioned between bedrooms four and five, providing additional flexibility. Reception rooms retain their Tudor proportions, and the formal vaulted dining room comfortably seats up to 32 guests — ideal for celebratory dinners and events.
Twinned with the Manor is the more contemporary Barn, offering six en-suite bedrooms and generous living space in a modern Cotswold style. The combination provides 11 bedrooms in total, accommodating up to 24 guests across the two buildings while maintaining privacy and space for all.
Sir Nikolaus Pevsner described Temple Guiting Manor as “one of the finest, if not the very best of the small Cotswold Tudor Houses,” underlining its architectural significance.
Outside
The estate grounds are designed for both relaxation and recreation. Guests have access to private walled gardens, a heated seasonal outdoor swimming pool, two hot tubs, a tennis court and a gated private boating lake. The setting allows for both structured events and informal outdoor living, from summer poolside afternoons to lakeside walks.
Find the house
Temple Guiting lies within rolling Gloucestershire countryside, offering the tranquillity of a classic Cotswold village while remaining within easy reach of Stow-on-the-Wold, Broadway and other well-known Cotswold destinations; the estate’s central village position combines privacy with convenient access to the wider region.