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Hotel and leisure developer Northern Powerhouse Developments (NPD) has added a further property to its growing portfolio of hotels with the acquisition of Bourton Hall in Warwickshire.
The Yorkshire-based group completed the purchase of the 52-room Grade-II listed residence taking the number of UK hotels it owns to 16.
Bourton Hall is located on 16-acres and will shortly undergo an extensive renovation to transform it into a luxury hotel and spa retreat. The property dates back to 1791 and possesses a number of its original features, many designed and built by the architect HA Peto.
Speaking about the acquisition, NPD chairman Gavin Woodhouse said: “We are delighted to have completed on the purchase of this exceptional country hotel which lies in one of the UK’s most popular tourist destinations.
“Steeped in history it is an area of incredible charm and beauty and Bourton Hall, with its stunning architecture and beautiful grounds, will provide the perfect retreat for guests looking to relax and unwind in style.
“Over the coming months we will sympathetically transform the main hall of the building to provide 56 luxurious ensuite bedrooms while outside we will introduce further bedrooms to the existing stable blocks, build a state-of-the-art spa and add luxurious villas in the grounds.”
Richard Lewis, CEO of NPD Hotels added: “We are thrilled to have acquired such a beautiful and historic property as Bourton Hall. It is a property of immense character and elegance and we look forward to delivering an exceptional guest experience to this exceptional part of the world.”
