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MOOR FARM
700 years of history and charm, combined discreetly with 21st century comforts.
A perfect place to stay.
Run under the personal supervision of resident owners, Carol and Bill Bardo
Archaeological excavations brought to light a 7th century Saxon site on the farm, but the earliest documented reference was in 1270 when John Atte More was the owner. In 1455 it was granted Manor status. The Manor of Mores or Moors still exists in the farmhouse of that name.
The first reference to Holyport was in 1220 when it was an important market town, possibly because of its position on the "Domesday" Road from Windsor to Reading.
Today it is a pretty Conservation village where the focal point is the village green and pond just five minutes walk from the farm. The stocks and the ducking stool have gone but the village pubs take full advantage of their picturesque location.
On Moor Farm, the timber framed buildings, including the original Manor, have been maintained and restored and there is stabling for 20 horses.
Moor Farm is four miles from Windsor and one mile from Maidenhead. It is an ideal base from which to tour and visit London and the South of England. There are regular train services from Maidenhead and Windsor. The centre of London is just half an hour (approx) by train. Shops and public transport are within walking distance.
Courtyard Cottages are converted from attractive barns and a Georgian stable block dating from 1780 to form self catering accommodation. The conversions have been carefully carried out to retain the original character of these charming buildings, both inside and out. They are furnished with antique pine and country fabrics.
The two bedroom cottages sleep up to four people (one double and one twin). They both have a sitting room with dining area, well fitted kitchens with cooker, fridge, washing machine, microwave and spacious bathrooms. One of the cottages has 3' beds in the twin room and the other has 2'6" beds suitable for children.
There are two one bedroom ground floor cottages, with a 4'6" double bed, a spacious lounge/diner and a kitchen and bathroom. A tumble dryer is available on site. The cottages, all with central heating, are available on a weekly basis (Saturday to Saturday) and longer lets by arrangement. Arrival time is after 2pm and departure time by 10am.
From M4 Motorway
Exit at junction 8/9 (Maidenhead). On the elevated roundabout take the A308M to
Maidenhead Central. At the next roundabout take the final exit, the A330 to
Holyport. It is also signed Bracknell and Ascot. * After about half a mile there
are 30mph signs on the road, and Moor Farm entrance is immediately after these
on the right. There is an electric gate, so stop and press the button to open.
Drive through and park on the right hand side by the grass verge and path
leading to the farm house.
From Maidenhead
Exit town on the A308 to Windsor. At the second roundabout take the A330 to
Holyport. Follow * above. From Windsor Exit town on the A308 to Maidenhead.
After 4 miles approx there is a small roundabout signed Holyport to the left.
Ignore this and continue straight over. At the next roundabout take the 1st
exit, the A330 to Holyport. Then follow from * above.
From Bracknell
Follow signs out of town to Maidenhead. After approx 5 miles you will reach the
village of Holyport. Stay on the A330, pass the village green and George pub on
your right. After about ¼ mile there is a sharp bend in the road with large
hazard signs warning you of this. The entrance to Moor Farm is in between these
signs. There is an electric gate - press the button to open.
Tel 01628 633761
www.moorfarm.com
Berkshire self catering holiday cottages