David is the most refined of aesthetes, a warm host, and a deeply accomplished man, as is clear from the palatial enfilade of rooms he unfolded to us.
The photos in the listing do not do the opulence of the place as it currently stands justice as it is now rammed with art and antiques, but nevertheless a liveable space. Ours do. It is one of the finest suites I have set foot in let alone stayed in and might command ten or more times the price were it attached to a luxury hotel.
Our soundtrack was Beethoven's Egmont Overture - echoing the mansion over the hill, and David's candelabra and inexhaustible supply of hot water furnished a relaxing low-lit bath.
Our lift not arriving until 19.00 the next day David kindly allowed us to remain in residence.
Great umbrellas, frozen raspberries, and cooking wine.
We plan to be back soon.
Many thanks,
Laurenzo & Lauren.