Richstone Collection, known for its bespoke high-end private family residences available for select private rentals, is delighted to offer a specially curated Christmas for families seeking isolated escapes this holiday season. Families who book private stays at Templeton House in London and La Bergerie in the South of France during the December holidays will be treated to a lavish Christmas experience at each residence complete with elegant décor, festive activities and meals, and much more, all within safe and secluded settings.
Christmas at Templeton House
Recently restored and redesigned, the historic Templeton House—once the home of Sir Winston Churchill—is an 8-bedroom historic mansion in South West London that sleeps up to 16 guests, which is ideally suited for an extended family Christmas celebration. A family who wants to make Templeton House its home base for the holiday will step into a festively decorated manor featuring a 10ft Christmas tree in the main hall, as well as seasonal floral arrangements by the renown Zita Elze, the manor’s wonderful in-house florist.
As part of the experience, festive activities can be enjoyed in the comfort and privacy of Templeton House, which includes a make-your-own Christmas tree for a personalized touch to this holiday tradition. Little ones can also enjoy gingerbread house decorating and treasure hunts around the house and gardens, while adults can partake in a wreath making session. Families can also come together for a grand Christmas feast in the private dining room tailored to their preferences. Richstone Collection can also arrange a safe and socially distanced visit from a local Christmas choir singing carols for added holiday merriment.
In addition to festive experiences at Templeton House, the dedicated on-property staff can arrange for guests to enjoy festive experiences in and around London. From a VIP personal shopping experience at Hamley’s, the world’s oldest and largest toy shop dating back to 1760, to Christmas shows at Royal Albert Hall to ice skating at the Natural History Museum, families will have access to an abundance of holiday merriment.
Christmas at La Bergerie
Located on the Terre Blanche Resort near Fayence, La Bergerie offers an idyllic hideaway in the South of France. Sleeping up to 16 guests, the villa is ideally suited for a multigenerational family Christmas celebration surrounded by charming woodland and extensive private gardens. During the holiday, the villa and gardens will be festively decorated with Christmas trees, wreaths, and exquisite floral arrangements reflecting this very special time of year.
A family staying over Christmas can also decorate and customize their own Christmas tree for a personalized touch and La Bergerie staff will organize a special traditional French Christmas Eve dinner in the private dining room or wine cellar. Activities for adults will include mulled wine making, while kids can partake in treasure hunts and find gifts under the Christmas tree. Richstone Collection can also arrange a safe and socially distanced visit from Father Christmas for an added festive experience the whole family will enjoy.
With an abundance of Christmas experiences taking place in nearby Cannes and Nice, the dedicated La Bergerie staff can also arrange for guests to visit holiday destinations like the Cannes Christmas Village or the Nice Christmas Market, among other attractions. Families could also enjoy performances in the area such as Cinderella by Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo, Bluebeard’s Castle Opera at the Opera de Nice and the Mandarin Ballet Biarritz at the Palais des Festivals et des Congres.
Booking Inquiries
Those interested in booking Templeton House or La Bergerie over the Christmas holiday can inquire about availability by contacting Genevieve Lawrie, Director of Sales and Operations, at genevievel@richstoneproperties.co.uk and +44 7850 713605. Pricing and a full lineup of Christmas programming at each residence are available upon request.
Both Templeton House and La Bergerie are operating with enhanced health and safety protocols developed by Richstone Collection in accordance with government mandates. For more information about Richstone Collection, please visit www.richstone.co.uk.
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