De Vere Latimer Estate’s £7 million renovation reveals secret past

De Vere Latimer Estate’s plans for a £7 million renovation on the Grade I-listed mansion at the heart of the estate have led to the discovery of a hidden history on the property.

Located in in Latimer, Buckinghamshire, the mansion was nicknamed the The Spy House due to its connections to World War II, although the house dates back to the 16^th Century when the property held Charles I during his imprisonment.

The refurbished original sweeping staircase with stained glass windows leads guests to 31 new deluxe rooms and suites that were previously meeting rooms and offices, bringing the total number of guestrooms to 205. All guestrooms feature free Wi-fi and flat screen TVs, whilst suites and deluxe rooms come complete with king size beds, fluffy robes and slippers as well as luxury bathroom toiletries.

Set to launch for the summer months, afternoon tea will be available at the hotel and served in the mansion’s restored Victorian library. Other new spaces include The Cavendish Suite for larger gatherings of up to 200 guests, as well as the more intimate and traditional 30-guest grand drawing room, still fitted with its original features. Also gearing up for weddings, the De Vere Latimer Estate’s church is a short walk from the stately home and the team behind the renovations are anticipating a popular summer.

“We’re very proud to have restored this remarkable mansion house back to glory; a lot of time and work has gone in to this project, to ensure homage is paid to its important history,” said Antonio Campanile, general manager at the estate.

“As a popular venue for the meetings, conferences and private events market, the renovation was planned and designed to appeal to all our customers, whilst providing a stylish standout venue in stunning surroundings.”

Rooms start at £129 per room per night, and more information can be found at their website