The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire, Reading
About the Hotel
Rooms: Unique River Views
The Great House at Sonning provides guestrooms, each with views of the River Thames. Rooms feature perks that include workspaces and free Wi-Fi, plus minibars. Rooms offer a blue panelled wall, a brick wall, grey metro tiles in the bathrooms, orange accents, blue or red retro fridges. A double room has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, and an electric kettle. Bathrooms include a shower and free toiletries. Some rooms have a 32-inch flat-screen TV, full-size retro-style fridge with fresh milk and water, a working desk, an iron & board, and a rain shower. The Clocktower Family Suite includes kids' beds, a full-size retro-style fridge with fresh milk and water, a 43-inch flat-screen TV, a DAB radio, free WiFi, linen, robes, slippers, and toiletries. The bathroom features a rain shower. The Clocktower Suite contains a table and chairs, and a full-size retro-style fridge with fresh milk and water.
Dining: Coppa Club
The ground floor is given over to Coppa Club. The restaurant, with river views and an outdoor terrace, serves breakfast to order and an Italian inspired menu for lunch and dinner. Breakfast features watermelon with yoghurt, muesli, and smashed avocado, as well as cooked dishes. The bars offer a botanical seeded gin menu in partnership with Fever-Tree. Tasty and flexible menus include still and sparkling water. All can be enjoyed either in the sitting area or in the conservatory or garden. Coppa Club serves food and drinks throughout the day. The pantry is fully-stocked for events.
Leisure: Riverside Garden
The Great House has a lawned garden, providing a setting with walks along the towpath. The garden stretches to the river. A glass-covered terrace opens onto a lawn with deckchairs. Guests can relax in deck chairs on the lawn. Four igloos are on the lawn near the river. Games are available on the lawn and in the lounge.
Location: Sonning-on-Thames
The Great House is in the Berkshire village of Sonning, 6 km from Reading. Landmarks near the hotel include Forbury Gardens (4 km), Palmer Park (3 km), and The Mill at Sonning (0.3 km). The hotel is 40 km from London Heathrow. The village is on the edge of the Berkshire and Oxfordshire borders.
Services: For Work or Play
The main building includes working areas where business guests can work using Wi-Fi and powerpoints, plus coffee, juices and smoothies. The hotel features a fireplace in the lobby, a picnic area, and a banquet hall. Menu options are available for private dining or gatherings. A coordinator can create break-out sessions and team bonding activities. The Secret Room accommodates up to 16 people. The Parlour accommodates 36 people when combined with The Retreat. The Retreat can be put together with The Parlour to make a larger room for 36. The Dining Room is also available. Meeting rooms include a stationary toolbox, TV, flipchart and high-speed wifi. On-site parking is available.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Shower cabin
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
