A six-bed hotel could now be built on the same site as a controversial countryside wedding venue.

In 2018, Rackleys Farm in Cadmore End was given the go-ahead to become a wedding venue, despite claims “not one person” living in the village wanted it.

Now, fresh plans have been put forward by the venue owners to change an existing farmhouse on the site into a six-bed hotel, which would be used by the bridal party to stay in during weddings.

The “hotel” would have six double rooms, a communal living, dining and kitchen area and toilet, as well as a laundry room for staff use.

The front of the building would be kept the same to maintain the farmhouse look, but the back of the building would be extended by 65 per cent to “take full advantage of the southernly aspect”, while an external “bridal terrace” would be built to overlook the Chiltern hills.

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Planning documents published on the Buckinghamshire Council website this week say the current extensions to the farmhouse building are “unattractive” and would be replaced by two “more coherent” wings.

The farmhouse was originally to be used as manager’s accommodation on the first floor and a preparation room for the bridal party on the ground floor.

According to its website, Rackleys’ luxury barn can cater for up to 120 wedding guests and planning documents say it is “well on its way to completion”.

But neighbours were initially not pleased with the idea of a wedding venue in the village.

They complained the B482 Marlow Road, which is the where the access to the venue is, was usually quiet at night and feared they would be disturbed by air, noise and light pollution from the farm and its guests.

However, the majority of councillors on the Wycombe District Council planning committee who agreed the plans back in 2018 felt the “basically derelict” site’s overhaul was “excellent”.

The site is owned by the Sargent Charitable Trust.

Acting on behalf of the Trust, JC Emmett planning consultants said: “The application site is located a considerable distance from neighbouring properties, and therefore would not appear overbearing or reduce neighbouring properties’ access to light.

“Similarly, the balcony and additional windows proposed on the rear elevation would not adversely impact the amenity or privacy currently enjoyed by any neighbouring properties, as none are within sight.”

View the full plans online now at Wycombe.gov.uk planning portal, reference 20/06339/FUL.