The great Arch sits at the entrance to the original Fonthill Estate and is a unique place to stay. Built in 1755 to act as a grand arrival to the Estate, it is listed Grade 1 for its historical importance. The Arch is a 25-minute walk or 3 minute drive from The Beckford Arms through the Estate parkland. However, if you would like to explore further around the lovely Wiltshire countryside, we suggest travelling by car.
The building is arranged over three floors. On the ground floor there is: a boot room, pantry, kitchen, sitting room (with wood-burner) and shower room. The first floor has: a large bedroom with freestanding bath overlooking the Fonthill Lake and an en-suite bathroom. The top floor has full-size bunk beds (suitable for children aged 3 and above) and all floors are connected by a stone spiral staircase. We have taken great care over the interior decoration using: a selection of Farrow & Ball’s 2022 colours and with fabrics from Buchanan Studio, Colefax & Fowler, Morris & Co and Chelsea Textiles to create a style complementing the fascinating history of the building.
Guests will arrive at their own private parking space in the woods above, and descend down a lit walkway. The Arch is an extraordinary piece of architecture, positioned at the entrance to one of the great British country estates and designed with all the modern touches that will make your stay truly memorable.
Please note The Arch now allows cars to pass through it, rather than carriages when it was built, so there is road noise and you need to be careful, particularly so, if staying with children. Due to the secluded location of The Arch we do not allow dogs under any circumstances. We do ask if you can please ensure check-in is between 4 and 6pm as we want to show you around.
** Please note the Arch is not suitable or safe for children under 3 years old as it has lots of different levels, a wood-burning stove and a steep spiral staircase. We do not allow a travel cot to be taken upstairs for these reasons.