ARC

ARC Lobby

A concierge, reimagined for how groups travel. Curate your stay, effortlessly.

ARC Lobby is the exclusive digital concierge available free to all ARC guests. Guests can explore and book from a curated selection of trusted local partners — from private chefs and yoga instructors to outdoor guides and creative workshops — all handpicked by ARC and seamlessly integrated into their booking.

Built for easy group travel, it transforms how guests experience their stay - making every detail seem effortless.

What the Lobby Offers

Creative

Flower arranging, art classes, vision boards, pottery, photography etc

Gastronomic

Private chefs, pizza-making, wild foraging, wine tasting etc

Wellness

Hiking, sound healing, yoga, pilates, wild swimming etc

How It Works

1. Explore and Discover

Browse chefs, artisans and experiences — all hand-picked by ARC to offer exceptional service and clear pricing.

2. Add to Your Stay

Select what you love to create your custom itinerary, then let us do the rest. We'll coordinate all the logistics behind-the-scenes, so all you have to do is sit back and relax.

3. Invite Your Guests

Send invites effortlessly — no logins or sign-ups required.

Highlighted Lobby Options

A large group staying at ARC Peaks taking advantage of the private chef and fine dining available inside the accommodation. Pictured is a catered breakfast spread on the outdoor dining table accommodating 40.

Catered Dining

ARC Supper

Make your stay even more relaxing with our ARC Catered Dining options. Whether it’s a casual dinner or a special celebration, it’s a stress-free, great-value way to dine.

A large group staying at ARC Peaks taking advantage of the custom excursions available outside the accommodation. Pictured is a guided hike.

Excursion

Guided Walk

While some may choose to stay cozy and comfortable inside our ARC, there's nothing like getting outdoors to really bond and connect... both with your group and nature! Choose from a variety of distances and difficulties from our trusted guides.

A large group staying at ARC Peaks taking advantage of the custom excursions available outside the accommodation. Pictured is cold water swimming.

Activity

Cold Water Swimming

From post workout muscle recovery to enhancing mental health, the cold plunge has become a cornerstone of wellness routines for many. Get all the benefits of the cold plunge, but aided by the nature of ARC surroundings.

A group staying at ARC Painswick taking advantage of the catered and private dining available inside the accommodation. Pictured is a custom barbecue alfresco dinner with wine pairings, all served outdoors.

Food & Drink

Catered Dinner

Take the pressure off and order from our roster of hand-picked chefs via the ARC Lobby. Choose from a wealth of seasonal menus, cuisines and speciality cooking – whether family-style suppers, street food fiestas, gala dinners, sharing feasts or more.

A group staying at ARC Painswick taking advantage of the custom excursions available outside the accommodation. Pictured is a guided history tour.

Excursion

Rococo Garden

Wait until the public leave, the bonfire is lit and the sparkling wine is popped. Then wander into the 18th Century at Painswick's famous Rococo Garden. Drink in a Garden as it was supposed to be experienced, and save space for a case of local sparkling wine too!

Excursion

Private Sauna

Positioned amongst the spectacular scenery of the North Cornish coast, these wood-fired saunas help to promote good health, balance and tranquility. Take time to still your mind and body, sit for a moment, breathe, relax and enjoy the view after an exhilarating day at the coast. Cold dip in the sea not compulsory!

Activity

Pottery Workshop from The Clayrooms

Get creative with our in-house pottery workshop—an ideal hands-on experience for all ages and abilities. Guided by a professional ceramicist, you’ll learn basic hand-building techniques and create your own unique pieces in a relaxed, supportive setting.

Activity

Cacao Circle

Experience gathering together to share heart-opening ceremonial grade cacao from the Peruvian highlands. A gentle plant medicine that deeply nourish the body, soothes the mind and awakens the spirit.

Two martini glasses available as part of ARC Wells-next-the-sea dining options where guests to this Norfolk large group accommodation enjoy private chef and catering options

Add-on

Cocktail Bartender

Elevate your ARC stay with our skilled cocktail barmen, offering custom menus, entertaining flair, and professional, seamless service.

A group staying at ARC Next-the-sea taking advantage of the custom wellness activities and excursions available within the accommodation. Pictured is a guided yoga session.

Activity

Yoga

Relax with a yoga class run by local instructor Kim Brockett. She will guide you through breathing exercises and asana practice either inside or by the pool.

Activity

Life drawing

A great group art class, we bring all the materials, a model and local artist to help improve your drawing skills.

Experience

Surf Lessons

Spend a full day at Harlyn Bay enjoying surfing, paddleboarding or coasteering before picking up a pan of paella full of Cornish seafood.

Excursion

Deer Stalking

This day will introduce you to the culture of deer stalking; an ancient sport and a means of harvesting your own healthy, ethical protein source from the wild..This introductory group experience will give you the essentials of gun handling, safety, target practice and kit familiarisation, followed by a feast of venison. It will prepare you for a future one on one guided real life stalk. Hosted by Katy & expert Marksman Chris Rounsevell.

Excursion

Private Gin & Whisky Distillery Tour

A visit to the UK's highest altitude distillery! Take a tour around the facility, hosted by an expert distiller, and see how your favourite drink is made.

Excursion

Camel Ski Estuary Experience

A day out spent on Camel Ski's private island in the middle of the Camel Estuary. Enjoy waterskiing, wakeboarding, stand up paddle boarding and more with Camel Ski's excellent instructors. In between trips out on the boats, some of the group can hang out on the private pontoon with some drinks before heading back to Padstow.

Activity

Guided Photographer Walk

Set off on a guided walk hosted by local photographer Kate who will guide you along a beautiful coastal walk teaching you how to take better photos. Learn composition techniques to improve your photography skills all whilst learning loads about the area from a Padstow native.

Food & Dining

Thai cookery lesson

Our local expert will bring an abundance of local ingredients and teach you how to cook Thai food from scratch. The best part of this activity is that it sorts dinner out for your ARC crew also! (yes there will be enough food for lunch or dinner for everyone!)

Activity

GO Kart Rally! from Karting

Take over the local indoor ralley track for an exhilarating morning, afternoon or evening. Split into 6 teams, each take a different Kart and... Go Go Go!!

Food & Drink

Local Beer Delivered

We have partnered with our legendary neighbours to bring you THE Cornish beer.