Set 26 km from Newbury Racecourse, Mather House Retreat offers 3-star accommodation in Wantage and features massage services. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the guest house free of charge. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and a housekeeping service for guests. At the guest house, each unit comes with a private bathroom. Guests at Mather House Retreat can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Wantage, like cycling and fishing. Guests can also relax in the garden. University of Oxford is 26 km from Mather House Retreat, while Blenheim Palace is 35 km away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 87 km from the guest house.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
8.1
Location
8.2
Free WiFi
8.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Gillian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spotlessly clean, very comfortable. Good contact with hosts and lovely breakfast.
  • Derek
    Germany Germany
    Excellent breakfast, friendly, helpful staff. Lots of off-street parking
  • Keith
    Germany Germany
    An excellent B&B with very friendly and helpful staff. Very good breakfast. I thoroughly recommend.

Host Information

Company review score: 8.7Based on 331 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Mather House Guest House is actually situated in the village of East Hendred and only a short walk from the three wonderful inns that serve food. Despite this tranquil and rural setting we are only 5 minutes drive from Both Harwell and the Diamond Project as well as Milton Park, one of the largest business parks in the County. Didcot station is only 4 miles drive away and the city of Oxford can also be easily reached within 20 minutes drive down the A34. Situated a few miles South of the Ridgeway and the Berkshire Downs which is a wonderful area to explore on foot. Mather Housr is on the edge of the village of East Hendred, A picturesque village nestled at the foot of the Berkshire downs and a wonderful gateway through which to explore the Ridgeway and the surrounding open countryside. The village of East Hendred itself has won many awards for it's beauty and is a mix of architecture running back though time with an abundance of thatched cottages and timber framed buildings. It also boasts three public houses who all serve food, a village shop and Post Office along with a church with a faceless clock!

Neighbourhood information

Mather is located on the edge of the village of East Hendred, A picturesque village nestled at the foot of the Berkshire downs and a wonderful gateway through which to explore the Ridgeway and the surrounding open countryside. The village of East Hendred itself has won many awards for it's beauty and is a mix of architecture running back though time with an abundance of thatched cottages and timber framed buildings.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Mather House Retreat

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Outdoors
  • Garden
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Luggage storage
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Wellness
    • Massage
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Mather House Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 21:00

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 year
    Extra bed upon request
    £15 per child, per night
    Cot upon request
    £15 per child, per night
    2 - 12 years
    Extra bed upon request
    £15 per child, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Cash Mather House Retreat accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about Mather House Retreat

    • Mather House Retreat is 3.1 miles from the centre of Wantage. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Mather House Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Fishing

    • Check-in at Mather House Retreat is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Room options at Mather House Retreat include:

      • Twin
      • Family
      • Double

    • Guests staying at Mather House Retreat can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish

    • The prices at Mather House Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.