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Monkey Island Maidenhead - More Information on
It is generally assumed that the island takes its name from the monkey paintings by French artist Andie de Clermontin in the Pavilion. This, however, is a popular misconception. The name derives from the earlier title of Monks Eyot, indication that monks were using the island, probably in association with their fisheries. The monks resided on a moated site near Bray Lock on the Buckinghamshire bank of the river from 1197 until the Dissolution.
After the Great Fire of London in 1666, to aid rebuilding the city, Oxfordshire stone was shipped down stream to the capital in barges. On their return, rubble was discarded on many of the Thames islands, providing Monkey Island with a solid, raised foundation for building.
Around 1723, Charles Spencer, the 3rd Duke of Marlbough, purchased the island and erected a fishing lodge and temple. The lodge, now the Pavilion, was built of wood blocks cut to look like stone which remain in their original state today. The Temple was originally open on the ground floor like a market stall, with the ceiling of the room above depicting Neptune and mermaids in plasterwork of Wedgwood style.
By 1840, the Pavilion had become a riverside inn, reachable by ferry from the south bank. Visitors have been staying here ever since.
Monkey Island Maidenhead - Lodging @
Accommodation is located in the Temple building, tucked away from the activity of the dining and bar areas. Most rooms offer superb garden views, 3 of which boast a private river view terrace or patio.
All bedrooms have en suite bathrooms with a bath and shower.
Despite the hotel's most outstanding style, business travellers rate hotel room rates as excellent value for money. Discounts, promotions, and last minute offers are included in hotel room rates of Monkey Island.
With its ambience the Monkey Island will offer you one of the best and most outstanding stays you ever experienced. For online reservation please use booking form and experience the hotel's unique ambience.
Monkey Island Maidenhead Whereabouts
Monkey Island Hotel is situated in the small village of Bray on Thames, surrounded by beautiful countryside and the Thames river. The hotel is a short drive form Maidenhead, Windsor and London.
business travellers rate Monkey Island as one of the most outstanding hotels of its kind and rate the hotel's ambience as outstanding.
Monkey Island Maidenhead - Historical Information
Dating from 1840, this unique hotel rests on its own private island in the middle of the River Thames.
Accessible only by footbridge or boat, Monkey Island Hotel is surrounded by beautiful gardens, where you can watch the play of river activity, from the river boats that ply the Thames to the swans that merge elegantly with their surroundings.
Here, natural beauty and architectural elegance combine to offer a truly unique and exclusive hotel experience.
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