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A short drive from London, Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire<\/a> is a country getaway redolent of England\u2019s romantic heritage and rich with a history that includes chapters as a private manor house, a seminary and a boarding school, as well as being host to one of England\u2019s most beloved writers. We spoke to Margaux Pfeiffer, the Hotel\u2019s Concierge Manager, to uncover fascinating tales of the property\u2019s past and find out what to expect from a visit today.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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A short drive from London, Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire is a country getaway redolent of England\u2019s romantic heritage with a rich history guests can experience even today. 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