bathrooms are shared or en suite. overlooking the hills of watership down, this laid-back traditional pub with rooms is 2 miles from highclere castle, the set of downton abbey, and 5 miles from central newbury. the pub features a fireplace, plus a glass-enclosed dining area and a garden. the 6 quaint rooms, some with fireplaces and exposed brick walls, come with tvs, and tea and coffeemaking equipment; 1 has a kitchenette. . continental breakfast is included, as is parking Heathrow Airport 1 hr 2
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