{"id":11021403,"date":"2023-10-18T08:15:51","date_gmt":"2023-10-18T07:15:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?p=11021403"},"modified":"2025-03-09T15:11:15","modified_gmt":"2025-03-09T15:11:15","slug":"review-monkey-island-estate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/review-monkey-island-estate\/","title":{"rendered":"Review: Monkey Island Estate"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AD|PR visit<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Set on a private island on the River Thames in Bray, Berkshire, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.monkeyislandestate.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.monkeyislandestate.co.uk\/\">Monkey Island Estate<\/a> is a hidden treasure. This grade 1 residence was originally designed as a fishing retreat in 1723 by the third Duke of Marlborough and has welcomed monarchs, aristocrats and artists. We were delighted to be invited to see all that the Monkey Island Estate had to offer, a gorgeous fusion of historic glamour and modern luxury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/MIE-Temple-02.jpg\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" class=\"wp-image-11021508\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/MIE-Temple-02.jpg\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" class=\"wp-image-11021508\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Review: Monkey Island Estate<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-tiled-gallery aligncenter is-style-rectangular\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__gallery\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__row\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\" style=\"flex-basis:29.21206%\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Private: Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"1200\" data-id=\"11021633\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/review-monkey-island-estate\/0002172-0-1\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002172-0-1.jpg\" data-width=\"791\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002172-0-1.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Private: Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"1200\" data-id=\"11021633\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/review-monkey-island-estate\/0002172-0-1\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002172-0-1.jpg\" data-width=\"791\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002172-0-1.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\" style=\"flex-basis:70.78794%\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Private: Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"749\" data-id=\"11021634\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/review-monkey-island-estate\/0002170-0-1\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002170-0-1.jpg\" data-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002170-0-1.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Private: Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"749\" data-id=\"11021634\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/review-monkey-island-estate\/0002170-0-1\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002170-0-1.jpg\" data-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002170-0-1.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Stepping onto the island was like taking a breath of fresh air \u2013 private and quiet, we instantly felt a calming wave of relaxation wash over us. Crossing the bridge, I have never seen the Thames look more beautiful, and we spotted the hotel\u2019s floating spa, which we would experience later in our trip. Cedric, the general manager, was so welcoming, and we felt at home from the moment we were greeted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-our-suite\"><strong>Our Suite<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">The main building is imposing with its clean <a href=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/all-you-need-is-lahav-two-breathtaking-fall-2016-bridal-collections\/\">white<\/a> exterior and striking fa\u00e7ade. The hotel has 40 rooms, and our suite was in the Temple building, recently refurbished.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-tiled-gallery aligncenter is-style-rectangular\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__gallery\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__row\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\" style=\"flex-basis:32.10153%\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Private: Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"743\" data-id=\"11021631\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/review-monkey-island-estate\/0002190-0-1\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002190-0-1.jpg\" data-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002190-0-1.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Private: Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"743\" data-id=\"11021631\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/review-monkey-island-estate\/0002190-0-1\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002190-0-1.jpg\" data-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002190-0-1.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"558\" data-id=\"11021625\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/review-monkey-island-estate\/wedgewood-2-p\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Wedgewood-2-P.jpg\" data-width=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Wedgewood-2-P.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"558\" data-id=\"11021625\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/review-monkey-island-estate\/wedgewood-2-p\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Wedgewood-2-P.jpg\" data-width=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Wedgewood-2-P.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\" style=\"flex-basis:67.89847%\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"273\" data-id=\"11021611\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/review-monkey-island-estate\/screen-shot-2021-07-11-at-12-18-09\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Screen-Shot-2021-07-11-at-12.18.09.png\" data-width=\"436\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Screen-Shot-2021-07-11-at-12.18.09.png?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"273\" data-id=\"11021611\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/review-monkey-island-estate\/screen-shot-2021-07-11-at-12-18-09\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Screen-Shot-2021-07-11-at-12.18.09.png\" data-width=\"436\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Screen-Shot-2021-07-11-at-12.18.09.png?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Views down to the river and picturesque willow tree, you can watch boats passing by from the bed, and the balcony demands you to stay and watch the river for a while. Quiet and <a href=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/weddings-in-chinas-hainan-island\/\">peaceful<\/a>, this is a perfect retreat. The room itself was beautiful and well-appointed, with a grey marble-floored bathroom with Aromatherapy Associates toiletries and calming, soothing lavender accessorising the space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">We couldn\u2019t wait to explore the island, and taking in the manicured lawns and gardens was a lovely way to spend the afternoon. We had lunch in The Monkey Bar, welcomed by Christopher, and enjoyed views over the river from the beautiful garden terrace whilst we devoured a warm green salad with new potatoes and a delicious dressing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/159f3b-94488f2bedf74d1b8d16bfcb240bec93-mv2-d-2048-1536-s-2.jpg\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" class=\"wp-image-11021626\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/159f3b-94488f2bedf74d1b8d16bfcb240bec93-mv2-d-2048-1536-s-2.jpg\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" class=\"wp-image-11021626\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-private-river-cruise\"><strong>A private river cruise<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Being an island, there are a few <a href=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/25000-hotel-suite-comes-with-a-diamond-ring-2\/\">special treats<\/a> to enjoy at Monkey Island Estate! We escaped on a private boat to float up the river. It was an exquisite boat, with Steven as captain, who has been running boats on the river for over 30 years. There\u2019s nothing he doesn\u2019t know about the Thames, and we could have stayed on his boat all day! This would be a gorgeous way for a bride to arrive at the estate for her wedding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20210610-171151.jpg\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" class=\"wp-image-11021613\" style=\"width:756px;height:1008px\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/20210610-171151.jpg\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" class=\"wp-image-11021613\" style=\"width:756px;height:1008px\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-snug-shepherd-s-hut\"><strong>The snug shepherd\u2019s hut<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Another treat was waiting for us, as Cedric and Costas showed us to the estate\u2019s very own shepherd\u2019s hut. The hut had a sweet <a href=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/most-romantic-places-to-stay-in-2023\/\">little hideaway,<\/a> a wood-burning fire, soft and cosy blankets, and a snug seating area \u2013 perfect for curling up and enjoying a good book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-tiled-gallery aligncenter is-style-rectangular\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__gallery\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__row\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\" style=\"flex-basis:66.79859%\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Private: Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"800\" data-id=\"11021638\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/review-monkey-island-estate\/image-005-1\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-005-1.jpg\" data-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-005-1.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Private: Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"800\" data-id=\"11021638\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/review-monkey-island-estate\/image-005-1\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-005-1.jpg\" data-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-005-1.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\" style=\"flex-basis:33.20141%\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Private: Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"800\" data-id=\"11021636\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/review-monkey-island-estate\/image-007-1\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-007-1.jpg\" data-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-007-1.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Private: Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"800\" data-id=\"11021636\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/review-monkey-island-estate\/image-007-1\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-007-1.jpg\" data-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-007-1.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Private: Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"800\" data-id=\"11021637\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/review-monkey-island-estate\/image-006-1\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-006-1.jpg\" data-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-006-1.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Private: Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"800\" data-id=\"11021637\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/review-monkey-island-estate\/image-006-1\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-006-1.jpg\" data-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-006-1.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">With their own chickens and salmon smoker, Monkey Island Estate would be an ideal place for a whole weekend of wedding celebrations. I can imagine guests relaxing at the shepherd\u2019s hut, wandering through the gardens and sitting by the river, watching the rowers and boats go by.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-eating-at-monkey-island-estate\"><strong>Eating at Monkey Island Estate<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Dinner was enjoyed in the Monkey Island Brasserie, where I loved the d\u00e9cor \u2013 green palm trees and monkeys \u2013 perfectly in keeping with the estate. A warm evening invited us to sit outside, and we sampled estate-smoked salmon, roasted chicken in a beautiful sauce and a dessert of English strawberries with meringue and cream. An Aperol cocktail whilst the sunset was a perfect way to end the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-tiled-gallery aligncenter is-style-rectangular\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__gallery\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__row\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\" style=\"flex-basis:34.68124%\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"1200\" data-id=\"11021490\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021490\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Creedy-Carver-Duck.jpg\" data-width=\"881\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Creedy-Carver-Duck.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"1200\" data-id=\"11021490\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021490\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Creedy-Carver-Duck.jpg\" data-width=\"881\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Creedy-Carver-Duck.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\" style=\"flex-basis:31.54048%\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"1200\" data-id=\"11021489\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021489\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Cornish-Crab-Walldorf.jpg\" data-width=\"801\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Cornish-Crab-Walldorf.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"1200\" data-id=\"11021489\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021489\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Cornish-Crab-Walldorf.jpg\" data-width=\"801\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Cornish-Crab-Walldorf.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\" style=\"flex-basis:33.77827%\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"1200\" data-id=\"11021486\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021486\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Bucchleuch-Estate-Beef-Tartare-1.jpg\" data-width=\"858\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Bucchleuch-Estate-Beef-Tartare-1.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"1200\" data-id=\"11021486\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021486\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Bucchleuch-Estate-Beef-Tartare-1.jpg\" data-width=\"858\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Bucchleuch-Estate-Beef-Tartare-1.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div><\/div><div class=\"tiled-gallery__row\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\" style=\"flex-basis:50.00000%\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"1200\" data-id=\"11021488\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021488\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Cornish-Catch-of-The-Day.jpg\" data-width=\"801\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Cornish-Catch-of-The-Day.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"1200\" data-id=\"11021488\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021488\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Cornish-Catch-of-The-Day.jpg\" data-width=\"801\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Cornish-Catch-of-The-Day.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\" style=\"flex-basis:50.00000%\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"1200\" data-id=\"11021479\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021479\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Banana-and-Toffee-deconstructed-banoffee-pie.jpg\" data-width=\"801\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Banana-and-Toffee-deconstructed-banoffee-pie.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"1200\" data-id=\"11021479\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021479\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Banana-and-Toffee-deconstructed-banoffee-pie.jpg\" data-width=\"801\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Banana-and-Toffee-deconstructed-banoffee-pie.jpg?ssl=1\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">The lavender spray that scented our room was so fragrant but not needed to aid our slumber as we slept so soundly. Then a delicious breakfast omelette prepared me for my visit to the floating spa \u2013 the first of its kind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-floating-spa-at-monkey-island-estate\"><strong>The Floating Spa at Monkey Island Estate<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Sophie greeted me as I boarded and offered me a beautiful vintage glass with sparkling water with pomegranate seeds and rose. It was so tranquil, with some amazing treatments. My Celestial Light Facial lasted a full hour, with a blend of essential oils, cleansing and moisturising bespoke to my own skin. This treatment was heavenly, and I almost felt like I was transported to another place! With my skin glowing, I enjoyed herbal tea before leaving the spa on a cloud.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-tiled-gallery aligncenter is-style-square\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__gallery\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__row columns-1\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"744\" data-id=\"11021513\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021513\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/MIE-The-Floating-Spa-01.jpg\" data-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/MIE-The-Floating-Spa-01.jpg?ssl=1&amp;resize=744%2C744\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"744\" data-id=\"11021513\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021513\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/MIE-The-Floating-Spa-01.jpg\" data-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/MIE-The-Floating-Spa-01.jpg?ssl=1&amp;resize=744%2C744\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div><\/div><div class=\"tiled-gallery__row columns-3\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"961\" data-id=\"11021640\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021640\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002200-0-1.jpg\" data-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002200-0-1.jpg?ssl=1&amp;resize=961%2C961\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"961\" data-id=\"11021640\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021640\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002200-0-1.jpg\" data-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002200-0-1.jpg?ssl=1&amp;resize=961%2C961\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"1200\" data-id=\"11021641\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021641\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002199-0-1.jpg\" data-width=\"890\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002199-0-1.jpg?ssl=1&amp;resize=890%2C890\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"1200\" data-id=\"11021641\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021641\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002199-0-1.jpg\" data-width=\"890\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002199-0-1.jpg?ssl=1&amp;resize=890%2C890\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"1200\" data-id=\"11021642\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021642\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002198-0-1.jpg\" data-width=\"952\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002198-0-1.jpg?ssl=1&amp;resize=952%2C952\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" data-height=\"1200\" data-id=\"11021642\" data-link=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=11021642\" data-url=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002198-0-1.jpg\" data-width=\"952\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002198-0-1.jpg?ssl=1&amp;resize=952%2C952\" data-amp-layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-weddings-at-monkey-island-estate\"><strong>Weddings at Monkey Island Estate<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">You can hire the island for events, with prices starting at \u00a340,000. However, there are several options for weddings here, and couples even get a complimentary <a href=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/exclusive-luxury-venue-offers\/\">honeymoon<\/a> on the island. Monkey Island Estate also has several private residences that can be hired in the village of Bray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"645\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002148-0.jpg\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" class=\"wp-image-11021421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002148-0.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002148-0-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002148-0-1024x550.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002148-0-770x414.jpg 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002148-0-800x430.jpg 800w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002148-0-500x269.jpg 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002148-0-293x157.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"645\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002148-0.jpg\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" class=\"wp-image-11021421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002148-0.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002148-0-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002148-0-1024x550.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002148-0-770x414.jpg 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002148-0-800x430.jpg 800w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002148-0-500x269.jpg 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002148-0-293x157.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">You can choose to say your vows in a small ceremony in the River Room or Spencer Suite or go for a grand wedding in the Marlborough Ballroom. Monkey Island Estate can accommodate up to 130 guests within the Pavilion, or you can choose to host your day in a marquee on the lawns, with up to 300 guests. Monkey Island Estate also welcome wedding receptions if you choose to marry in the local church \u2013 St Michael\u2019s \u2013 in Bray village, or indeed, another church close by. Arrive via boat, on foot over the bridge, or by helicopter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"854\" height=\"1200\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002153-0.jpg\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" class=\"wp-image-11021426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002153-0.jpg 854w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002153-0-214x300.jpg 214w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002153-0-729x1024.jpg 729w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002153-0-770x1082.jpg 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002153-0-427x600.jpg 427w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002153-0-500x703.jpg 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002153-0-293x412.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 854px) 100vw, 854px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"854\" height=\"1200\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002153-0.jpg\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" class=\"wp-image-11021426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002153-0.jpg 854w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002153-0-214x300.jpg 214w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002153-0-729x1024.jpg 729w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002153-0-770x1082.jpg 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002153-0-427x600.jpg 427w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002153-0-500x703.jpg 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002153-0-293x412.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 854px) 100vw, 854px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">The team at Monkey Island Estate have designed the wedding packages to take the stress out of planning your celebration and can advise on every aspect of your big day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"794\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002150-0.jpg\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" class=\"wp-image-11021423\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002150-0.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002150-0-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002150-0-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002150-0-770x509.jpg 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002150-0-800x529.jpg 800w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002150-0-500x331.jpg 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002150-0-293x194.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"794\" title=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002150-0.jpg\" alt=\"Review: Monkey Island Estate\" class=\"wp-image-11021423\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002150-0.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002150-0-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002150-0-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002150-0-770x509.jpg 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002150-0-800x529.jpg 800w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002150-0-500x331.jpg 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/0002150-0-293x194.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">It was such an eye-opener staying at Monkey Island Estate; we just loved the seclusion and peace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Here are our highlights:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The shepherd\u2019s hut and fire pit \u2013 perfect for a cosy evening<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Our beautiful river cruise \u2013 a gorgeous escape<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Floating Spa \u2013 ultimate luxury<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-monkey-island-estate\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.monkeyislandestate.co.uk\/pages\/weddings.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.monkeyislandestate.co.uk\/pages\/weddings.html\">Monkey Island Estate<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Bray-on-Thames<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Bray<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Maidenhead<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">SL6 2EE<br \/><br \/>enquiries@monkeyislandestate.co.uk<br \/>+44 (0) 1628 623 400<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>AD|PR visit Set on a private island on the River Thames in Bray, Berkshire, Monkey Island Estate is a hidden treasure. This grade 1 residence was originally designed as a fishing retreat in 1723 by the third Duke of Marlborough and has welcomed monarchs, aristocrats and artists. We were delighted to be invited to see all that the Monkey Island Estate had to offer, a gorgeous fusion of historic glamour and modern luxury. 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