Beautiful Accommodation
There's more than a touch of Jane
Austen to Highton Manor's imposing red-brick structure and
sprawling parkland grounds. You almost have pinch yourself to
realise this is the countryside of Mansfield and not Dorset, the
location of Francis Highett's ancestral home after which he
modelled Highton Manor back in 1870.
If you wanted to dress in Victorian finery for dinner on a
Saturday night then hosts Christine and Joseph would be
delighted, but it's not really necessary. Instead, enjoy the
opulence of the formal rooms, a glass of port before the open
fire, wander the expansive gardens or kick back by the pool.
Most of all, delight in the elegance of the guest rooms with
their period furnishings, soft beds and colourful decoration
then wake to a baronial breakfast before heading out to see the
sights. Our pick is the Tower Room, complete with four-poster
bed and sweeping views of the Delatite River valley all the way
to Mount Buller. It's the perfect place for newlyweds to retire
after an outdoor wedding and reception in the dining room and
corporate functions are also welcome.
Highton Manor
One tower suite (spa ensuite) five rooms four ensuite, one with
private bathroom); sitting room, drawing room, dining room. Full
breakfast served, dinner available Saturday fully licensed.