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Great Tangley Manor 11th C Manor with indoor heated pool, London less than 1 hr

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A stone pathway flanked by wooden pergolas with hanging white flowers, leading through a garden with purple flowers.
A traditional Tudor-style building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained lawn in front.
An open doorway leading to a garden with a lawn, potted plants, and a wicker basket on the floor.
A library with wooden bookshelves, leather sofas, and a fireplace.
An indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling, stone walls, and large windows.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Limo or town car service available
  • Tennis court
  • Dog-friendly

Explore the area

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Wonersh, ENG
  • Place, Surrey Hills
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Guildford Castle
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, High Street
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Great Tangley Manor 11th C Manor with indoor heated pool, London less than 1 hr

Set in magical Victorian gardens, Great Tangley Manor nestles on the edge of the Surrey Hills. With more than a 1000 years of history, including numerous Royal visits, where better to spend a relaxing weekend away from the pace of modern life. The perfect venue for a family celebration or a friends catch up. We also offer Great Tangley as a business and film location venue.
We sleep up to 12 guests in five individually styled double/twin bedrooms and have two award winning dinning areas. The property is available for short term rentals on a self catering or fully catered basis throughout the year and includes exclusive use of our forty foot indoor heated pool 9am -5pm with unlimited hard court tennis.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Under supervision because of lake, pond & moat
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Events

Events allowed
By prior arrangement. Max 40 on site. Extra fees
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only, no candles or fireworks
Dog may not go upstairs or in ground floor rooms with fitted carpets. There is a courtyard that is totally enclosed where they can roam.
No stag parties. Minimum age of 30 years old for booking. Any non resident visitors strictly by arrangement, charges may apply.
No amplified sound equipment to be bought along by guests (sound system provided for use until midnight) No fireworks or pyrotechnics.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8550760
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: By prior arrangement. Max 40 on site. Extra fees
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Guildford

Located in Guildford, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Guildford Spectrum Leisure Complex and G Live are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit High Street and Lion and Lamb Yard. Travelling with kids? Consider Winkworth Arboretum, or check out an event or a game at Guildford Spectrum Athletics Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hunting.
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Wonersh, ENG

What's nearby

  • Surrey Hills - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Guildford Castle - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Yvonne Arnaud Theatre - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • High Street - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Guildford Spectrum Leisure Complex - 8 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Shalford Station - 4 min drive
  • Farnborough (FAB) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Weyside - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Jolly Farmer - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Meat the Greek - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Ivy Asia, Guildford - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Head - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Great Tangley Manor 11th C Manor with indoor heated pool, London less than 1 hr have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Great Tangley Manor 11th C Manor with indoor heated pool, London less than 1 hr pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Great Tangley Manor 11th C Manor with indoor heated pool, London less than 1 hr?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great Tangley Manor 11th C Manor with indoor heated pool, London less than 1 hr?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Tangley Manor 11th C Manor with indoor heated pool, London less than 1 hr?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Tangley Manor 11th C Manor with indoor heated pool, London less than 1 hr located?

This family-friendly Guildford holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Surrey Hills, Guildford Spectrum Leisure Complex and Guildford Guildhall. Yvonne Arnaud Theatre and Guildford Castle are also within 3 miles (5 km). Chilworth Station is 22 minutes by foot and Shalford Station is 28 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 55 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 55 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house, beautiful grounds, amazing stay

We spent 4 nights, 11 people including children. The house is amazing, had everything we needed. The pool was great fun and a highlight of our stay. Close to town for pubs and shops, as well as nature walks. A wonderful place to spend time with loved ones in a special location away from the hustle and bustle.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Ideal weekend retreat to celebrate my wifes special birthday with family in a wonderful manor house settings.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing weekend

Myself and my families my enjoyed two nights at the Manor. Had a wonderful stay. The children lived the pool. The private chef( one of the recommended) was amazing. House was big enough to accommodate 11 of us 4 of which were children. Really recommend this property if you want to be in a property with a lot of history. Thank you for making our stay memorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous!

We booked the manor as a family group to celebrate my mums 80th birthday. Our group ranged from 7-80 and the manor suited us all. The accommodation was spotless and had all the amenities we needed. The pool was a lovely temperature and enjoyed by all. The walks around the gardens were lovely. We ate out 2 nights and ordered take away the 3rd. Uber taxis and food delivery drivers came to the manor. All communication with the owners was responded to quickly and professionally. We had a wonderful stay and would thoroughly recommend the manor to anyone who wants a peaceful and relaxing getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
The Manor House is old and lovely but for winter months is it very cold and very damp fromWindows we was freezing The kitchen and dining area described as outside dining is freezing The bathrooms and toilet system over flowed and leaked response from host lots of toilet paper we booked this size house as 12 people accommodate I don’t feel it was excessive use and people should be able to use the toilet and wipe Leaks upstairs sink soaking carpet we had to put towels down Constant dripping from the showers host complained boiler usage again 12 people staying for 12 days in the rent if we wish to shower 4 times a day we can who knows if the leaking taps shower was constantly hot Lights he complained lights left on we left a couple as was working our event and was dark very dark when returned so left on for guidance apparently this is not allowed when rent the accommodation We also feel the owner was in the home when we was not around and we felt uneasy he constantly gave an excuse why he had to enter when we was not in This accommodation is not for extended stay and 12 people in winter some of us worked during the day from the house and that was an issue Swimming pool is a walk it outside along the drive over another most bridge it is not attached to the Manor House that is rented no use at all in winter months The access road of the main road is terrible pot holes what are dangerous and could cause tyre damage also no lighting so becareful
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb, 2026
What a very strange review. In 23 years of owning the Manor we have never had a complaint about the heating, even in the coldest weather. We have a state-of-the-art biomass boiler system and this maintains the house at 19 to 20°C. The guests can increase the temperature if they wish. These guests brought multiple fan heaters with them and appeared to be using these 24 hours a day. We had to enter the property one day as the remote thermostats indicated the temperature was over 29°C and we were concerned about a fire. We noted that some of the guests were wearing shorts and T-shirts in January! The kitchen and dining area are part of the main house and not described as outside dining. The indoor pool is 2 minutes walk from the front door and detailed information about this was supplied to the guests many months before their stay. We have checked the showers and none of them are leaking or dripping. Unfortunately, the guests checked out a day early without informing us, leaving about 70 lights on and the heating on full. They have done more than £1000 worth of damage to a bathroom mirrored wall and removed several of our fan heaters. We have received more than 200 5 Star Reviews from guests.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

40th Birthday Celebrations - Dawson

We were a group of 12 who spent a most fantastic weekend (Friday to Sunday in Novemember 2010) in this most amazing property with a moat and its wonderful history. The bedrooms are very beautifully made up, the kitchen is huge and well equipped with everything provided included milk, coffee etc, and the other living spaces are just gorgeous. The whole property was spotlessly clean. We had a dinner for 14 on the Saturday, using one of the Manor's recommended caterers, which was superb. We meant to take walks into the nearest village but never made it there. All weekend was spent in the house, apart for a walk around the grounds. Our welcome and service by the 'caretakers' were very friendly and we received plenty of information beforehand with a quick tour and history of the house on arrival. Free treats are offered and we managed to use them all except we never got to one of the treats which was use of the swimming pool as we stayed to enjoy the comfortable feel and cosiness of the house with our friends. All in all, we had a wonderful weekend. We will definitely recommend this property to friends and others. Many thanks goes to Great Tangley Manor.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
We look forward to welcomig you all back for future occassions
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Communication, location

Money making scheme

We booked and paid the non-refundable price and told the property manager that we would be celebrating my mother’s 70th birthday. We also paid a large amount extra for late checkout which, at other nearby venues, has been free. We later informed them of the exact number of people attending (adults and a 3-4 babies) for about 3-4 hours on Sat afternoon. At this point the property manager revealed they’d be charging another large extra amount per person (babies would also be charged) for their visit because he is ‘running a business’. We explained that we would be using our own cutlery, that it was a dry event and that babies do not cause wear and tear to a property. It feels like we were being charged a premium for a professional, luxury experience, however, the fridge and some of the kitchen cupboards were dirty. It said it had salt and pepper - these were broken and empty. The owner came around to ask for the champagne glasses as he had been told it was a dry event - which was awkward. The owner didn’t want us to ruin the driveway as it had been raining. Therefore, we had to use the back driveway, which meant our guests all got lost as there is no signage or view of the house from the back. This meant one of us had to wait by the back gate and missed half of my mum’s birthday. The bedrooms were very cold and there were not enough indoor heaters. Overall, we definitely felt we had been overcharged and the property under-delivered. There are much better value properties nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan, 2023
We are disappointed that Sona felt she had a bad experience as we have over two hundred 5 Star reviews for our accommodation. We do recommend that guests read the information we provide before booking so that there are no misunderstandings. Both the manager and owners are available to help with any issues and Sona did not raise any problems on the 3 occasions she met the owners during her stay. We did not charge for babies or indeed most of the additional guests. Unfortunately the main driveway was closed for emergency repairs and this was explained before her arrival and was a very simple detour round the house which was clearly marked. Instructions are available in the house for adjusting the heating as required. Sadly we were quite shocked by the state the house was left in.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely relaxing week

Amazing stay at Great Tangley Manor, gorgeous original features of the house made the week feel extra special. Amazing space for all the family. Use of the tennis court and swimming pool everyday kept the whole family busy! Would highly recommend to everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend at the Manor

Blissfully magical… loved it. A serene oasis of tranquility for the family. Looking forward to coming back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant break! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their time and we were sorry to leave.

A one off! Such a special property to stay in. Thank you for allowing us to stay in such a unique property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A memorable weekend

The manor was an idyllic location for a hen weekend. One of our friends taught a yoga class in the morning in the beautiful grounds. We had some lovely meals in the impressive finding room and had a lovely afternoon in the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Weekend Escape

We enjoyed Great Tangley Manor with two families (4 kids ages 4 - 7). The indoor pool, which was heated to 30 degrees, was a massive hit with our crowd. Two swims / day tired out our kids and allowed the adults to enjoy the many reception rooms with a glass or two of wine. Lovely place to spend a weekend and what a beautiful property!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Salida party - Great Tangley review

Overall, we had a really good experience and a wonderful 10-day stay at this 1000-year old Manor House. We were a family of 9 ranging from grandparents (age 68 and 70) parents in their 30’s and 40’s, two teenagers and a three year old. There was a plumbing issue with the bath in the master bedroom (broken tap) which couldn’t be fixed despite best efforts by Nicho and the owners but apart from that relatively minor inconvenience the house was perfect for our needs. The grounds are magnificent (enhanced by the moat and our very own family of ducks) and the indoor swimming pool was warm and very popular. The house itself is comfortable and interesting with plenty of nooks and crannies to lose yourself in. All five bedrooms were well furnished and comfortable. We would recommend GTM to any family who want to spend some relaxing quality time in a lovely part of southern England. Many thanks to Nicho for being readily available at all times when needed. A great staycation was had by all of us.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July 2021

We spent a fantastic week at Great Tangley Manor and it was the ideal venue to relax with family and friends. The house and gardens are as great as the pictures suggest and is very well equipped with everything you would need. The indoor swimming pool was put to much use by both children and adults, especially during the mixed English summer weather. Great Tangley Manor is fully recommended and we wouldn’t hesitate to book again. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect extended family holiday in the countryside

Kids loved the pool. The grounds were superb just to potter around. Wonderful countryside on the doorstep. Great pub in the local village.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic ...

I am Brit that lives in the US. I wanted to find something quintessentially English to host family and friends at Spring Break. It needed to be easy to get to, big enough, comfortable and all weather (particularly for kids). I found it all at Great Tangley and more. The best part being the wonderful combination of history and modern comfort all mixed together. Adult dinner for 14 in the 1,000 year old panelled dining room, BBQ in the courtyard, Easter Egg hunt in the gardens, kids in the pool; just fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous manor located in the heart of Surrey!

I just returned from a weeklong stay with a literary group at Great Tangley Manor. The manor is in a wonderful location and has all the amenities to make you feel at home. I would highly recommend walking on the public footpaths that lead from the manor into the countryside, playing tennis on the manor tennis courts, going for a swim in the heated pool, reading in the library or drawing room, day trips into the Surrey Hills of Outstanding Beauty, and just soaking up the history of this 11th century manor.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful family base for a wedding

We had a wonderful stay at Great Tangley when we based ourselves there for our daughter's wedding which was nearby. It is a beautiful setting and we have got some memorable photos of the bride in the gardens. The house is well equipped and comfortable and very homely despite its size and we all had a great time. The manager was very helpful and welcoming - and everything ran smoothly.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A stunning 11th Century Manor House

We were stunned by this impressive 11th century Manor House. It was certainly more than we had anticipated. The house was warm and comfortable and it felt like home. We were all able to relax and enjoy the weekend of celebrations. A truly wonderful experience and we all had a splendid meal on the Saturday evening provided by the caterers. Thank you for making the weekend so memorable.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Really glad to hear that you all had a memorable stay. We look forward to welcoming yu back for future occasions
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Stunning property for a birthday of a lifetime!

Frankly, words fail me...it was an honour and a privilege to turn 40 at Tangley, joining an impressive list of historic figures that preceded us. Tangley is stunning, a great place to go back in time whilst having all the modern conveniences you'd ever need. Thank you Nicho for making us so welcome and filling us in on the history of the place, it felt very special. Karen (Birthday Girl, Easter 2015)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amazing house and wonderful people

Great Tangley Manor is a wonderful house with great facilities. We all had a fantastic stay, everyone was impressed, the photos do not capture the true beauty and atmosphere this place has. The people at GTM couldn't do more to accommodate our requirements, having additional guests for a day. The people were lovely and so helpful. Would highly recommend this as a holiday house for anyone!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

60th Birthday Family Weekend

A very enjoyable weekend at Great Tangley Manor with the family, celebrating my husband's 60th birthday. The house is exactly as described. Very spacious, very clean, superbly equipped for a large gathering and extremely comfortable. I can't think of anything it doesn't have that you could want. The grounds are beautiful too and the swimming pool is large for a private pool and reasonably warm. The grandchildren loved it and our son and daughter in law played tennis and gave the court the thumbs up. The house is so close to civilisation yet feels in the heart of the countryside, so it was perfectly situated for our family to get together in nice surroundings without anyone having to travel very far from London. I would recommend this house as being just the ticket for a gathering of any age group. There is so much space in every room that you can't possibly get on top of each other. All of our children agreed that it was far and away the best house that has ever been hired by our family, and we have hired quite a few! It was a shame not to have met Nicho, due to his being away on annual leave, because everyone raves about him in the reviews. But he was very helpful in the first instance of making sure our needs were met by providing extra beds for children. Maybe next time....
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Family Christmas at Great Tangley Manor

We stayed at Great Tangley Manor for 5 days over Christmas having flown in our children and grandchildren from Australia, Thailand and the USA - a total of 9 adults, 3 young children and 1 infant. The property is absolutely amazing, very clean and beautifully maintained. Nicho, the manager, was extremely helpful in accommodating our two preview visits and facilitating our moving in. The history of the property is fascinating and one can almost feel the presence of King John (with a wench from the village!) and other royalty who have stayed there and having Christmas dinner in the incredible dining room was a wonderful experience. The grandchildren loved the indoor swimming pool and some of the more energetic ones among us made use of the tennis court. The living rooms, bedrooms and kitchen are very spacious and all very well appointed. All in all, the perfect venue for our family reunion and we would highly recommend Great Tangley Manor. All in all the perfect venue for our family reunion
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amazing time at stunning house

We'd all highly recommend staying at Great Tangley Manor - it's a wonderful house with so much history. Genuinely stunning. Great service from Nicho and the owners. And a fantastic pool too. The only downside was that we couldn't stay longer!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A beautiful house for a weekend break

12 of us stayed at GTM on the weekend of the 16th May 2014. The property is stunning, spotless and well worth every penny. The staff and owners were incredibly helpful from the day of my initial enquiry, to the day we checked out. All of us said the pictures on the website did not do the property justice. GTM had everything we needed and anything it didn't have, the estate manager offered to get us. I cannot recommend it enough.

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