Your Surrey Wedding - October/November 2024 (Issue 109)

Monkey Island Estate sets the scene for a perfect escape away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Perfectly situated in the heart of Berkshire, this enchanting estate spans seven acres and is nestled in the historic and quintessentially English village of Bray. The meticulously restored Monkey Island Estate features 41 opulent bedrooms and suites providing stunning, uninterrupted views of the serene River Thames. Monkey Island Estate is proud to offer three-private residences on the grounds, each spacious and charming in design and an ideal destination for friends and family to get together or the perfect place for couples seeking alone time. With total privacy, guests can feel secluded away from the main hotel whilst still enjoying the luxury amenities that the property offers. Guests can enjoy a seasonal meal at the Monkey Island Brasserie with its striking open kitchen or walk through the classic french doors leading to the picturesque terrace for an al fresco dining experience. As well as this, visitors can marvel at the monkey inspired 18th-century, Grade I listed Monkey Room, perfect to relax in and absorb the decades of history that surround them. Enjoy ultimate relaxation with the property’s own Floating Spa, a sanctuary which sits on the River Thames. Providing an array of indulgent treatments designed to rejuvenate and invigorate, its two signature treatments are: Monks Elixir–Booze, Botany and Beauty, a full-body massage with house-cured herbal oil and essential oils, and the Floating Massage by Moss of the Isles, a deep-pressure massage specially designed aqua-cushion treatment bed that perfectly cradles and supports your body creating the ideal environment for surprising depth of pressure. Those wanting to enjoy the great outdoors are also able to hire the hotel’s private boat and enjoy a sunset cruise down the river Thames, the perfect way to spend a romantic evening. To top it off, the property has its own handcrafted Shepherd’s Huts available to rent, stylishly furnished with contemporary countryside interiors so guests can cosy up in the evenings around the campfire for a spot of stargazing. This centuries-old retreat also acts as the perfect setting for an event or celebration. The picturesque and private venue helps create unforgettable and precious memories whether you’re looking to hold your dream countryside wedding on the lawns of the estate, host an intimate ceremony, or dinner party celebrating your relationship, there’s an experience for everyone. Couples spending over £55,000 can even enjoy a complimentary honeymoon at one of the brand’s luxurious resorts in Malaysia! Every aspect of Monkey Island Estate is designed to offer a luxurious escape, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all who visit. Check out www.monkeyislandestate.co.uk THE PRIZE: Win a one-night stay in Monkey Island Estate’s Grade I listed Wedgewood Suite overlooking the picturesque estate and River Thames. The winner and their guest will not only enjoy a romantic, secluded getaway but can indulge in a complimentary spa treatment each at the Floating Spa, a three-course meal with a bottle of wine, and buffet breakfast on the day of departure! For your chance to win, enter online at www.yoursurrey.wedding/win and answer the following question: Q Where can couples, when spending £55,000, enjoy a complimentary honeymoon when tying the knot here? Win A LUXURY GETAWAY WORTH £1,500 COMPETITION 97

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