Eleven Didsbury Park, Didsbury, Manchester, England

A luxurious Victorian town house in a gorgeous leafy suburb

All images courtesy of Ben Ricci

​Eclectic Hotels’ delightful Victorian townhouse, Eleven Didsbury Park, is an elegant and intimate property featuring 20 individually designed rooms and suites. Thanks to the care and consideration that has gone into every detail of the hotel and the attentive staff who make you feel truly special, it’s easy to see what sets it apart from larger, local hotel groups.  
 
Throughout the property, the décor is an exercise in tasteful refinement.  The calming, neutral colour palette helps guests to instantly relax. Those who love period features will adore the high ceilings, the grand staircase and the restful lounge, which beckons guests to linger. 

The Roof Terrace Room
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This standout room is incredibly bright and spacious. Features include a super king size bed, a free-standing iron bath, a monsoon shower room with complimentary Temple Spa products, a corner sofa, a large bureau, a widescreen TV with Sky, digital radio and CD stereo with iPhone dock, a mini bar and a complementary butler tray. Where the magic really happens, however, is the stunning private terrace, which guests access through the French doors.

Overlooking the lovely south-facing garden, a private walkway takes guests to a luxury canopied terrace with a balcony - perfect for couples and honeymooners – that includes another freestanding iron bath and a table and chairs. It has the look of a well-restored dove shed, complete with chicken wire and shabby-chic pictures and furnishings.  ​

​Dining at Eleven Didsbury Park
Rather than providing a formal dining room, Eleven Didsbury Park offers varying places to enjoy meals or drinks to suit your mood. Whether you fancy a bite in the gentlemen’s style lounge, the conservatory, the Victorian walled garden, the breakfast cafe or in the comfort of your room.  

​Because I was working late, I opted for room service and tucked into a selection of mini plates including the Cod Cheek Tempura with Saffron Aioli; the Ham Hock Mini Cake with Red Onion Marmalade; and the Beef and Pork Meatballs with Romesco Sauce.
 
The cod was fresh and light, the meatballs were comforting and the ham hock mini cakes were delicious and reminded me of Spanish croquettes. At only £12 for 3 dishes, all of which I enjoyed, I couldn’t fault it.  Dessert was a decadent sticky toffee pudding with brown bread ice cream, which was so divine it left me speechless. I’d visit again just to enjoy this dessert!

​​Breakfast at Eleven Didsbury Park
For breakfast the following morning, I headed to the quaint and tranquil Victorian walled garden where every plant and flower seemed to have been expertly designed to reflect yonder times. The Eggs Benedict, which I enjoyed alongside fresh tea, brown toast and a selection of potted jams and marmalades, was marvellous and even more delightful in such peaceful surroundings.

The verdict
This high-quality accommodation presents no end of surprises that make you smile continuously, ensuring that it stands head and shoulders above other hotels. Bravo!
 
Our experience overall
The property: ★★★★★
Food and drink: ★★★★★
Staff attentiveness/friendliness: ★★★★★

The details
Prices from £105, depending on time of year and availability.
 
Eleven Didsbury Park
Didsbury Park
Didsbury Village
Manchester
M20 5LH
 
http://www.eclectichotels.co.uk/eleven-didsbury-park/

Ben Ricci