South Lodge Hotel
Horsham, United Kingdom
South Lodge Hotel
A former stately home in West Sussex, with beautiful gardens, just 25 miles from central London
An attractive neo-Jacobean styled country house, South Lodge Hotel sits on the edge of the South Downs and provides the most stunning country views from its windows. With two award-winning restaurants, tennis court, croquet, nearby golf course and acres of parkland and woods in which to roam and play, this is a wonderful base from which to discover West Sussex.
An eclectic mix of Victorian and contemporary styling with wood panelling and traditional furniture blended with modern furnishings and fabrics. The suites benefit from panoramic views of the Downs, but it is the special touches at South Lodge Hotel that enhance your stay from the pillow menu and weather forecast updates to the provision of wellington boots to explore the grounds
Take a walk through South Lodge’s extensive grounds past formal lawns, colourful displays of rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias to woodlands filled with beech and oak. Return for a glass of Pimms on the terrace followed by a decadent cream tea and a game of croquet on the lawn.
Location
Lower Beeding in West Sussex, 15 minutes from Horsham station. 14 miles from London Gatwick Airport.
Things to enjoy
Two gourmet restaurants, afternoon tea, Billiard Bar, stunning gardens, tennis, archery, clay-pigeon shooting, jogging, picnics, golf at Mannings Heath Golf Club.
Near South Lodge Hotel
Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens, Glyndebourne Opera, polo at Knepp Castle Estate, horse and car racing at Goodwood, Petworth House & Park, Denbies English Vineyard & Wine Estate.
Services
A classic English country retreat with more than a touch of contemporary homely chic, South Lodge Hotel is a stately country house surrounded by 93 acres of gorgeous parkland, a beautiful lake and picturesque woods. Award-winning dining, two championship golf courses at the hotel's sister property, tennis and archery are just a few ways to make the most of this country retreat.
Take a leisurely breakfast on your balcony overlooking the stunning gardens and the South Downs beyond. The ambiance here is truly calming, enhanced by carved wood panelling, tapestry-upholstered furniture and roaring log fires in winter.
Wander through the garden where you will discover the amazing collection of rhododendrons. You can even pick your own flowers to put into the specially provided vase in your room. Later, try your hand at a round of golf at Mannings Heath Golf Club followed by a unique dining experience at the Pass Restaurant, which is set in the heart of the kitchen so that you can watch your meal being prepared.
Dining
South Lodge Hotel now has several impressive dining venues that welcomes hotel residents and non-residents alike, whether you want a quick bite, quiet dinner or celebratory feast.
Pass
This is an innovative new dining concept that has already been awarded 3 AA Rosettes by the prestigious AA Restaurant Guide 2009! Set in the heart of the kitchen, diners can witness all the drama and passion of a world class kitchen whilst enjoying a resourcefully superior tasting menu that changes daily.
Restaurant details
| Type: |
Full service restaurant |
| Dress Code: |
Smart/Casual |
| Opening Hours: |
Wednesday to Sunday for Lunch and Dinner
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| Smoking: |
No (Non-Smoking) |
Camellia
With 3AA rosettes, there is still no resting on laurels for Chef Hamblet and his dedicated team. He continues to draw tasty inspiration from the colours, flavours and tastes of home grown Sussex to produce award winning dining.
Restaurant details
| Type: |
Full service restaurant |
| Dress Code: |
Smart/Casual |
| Opening Hours: |
Open 7 days a week for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
|
| Smoking: |
No (Non-Smoking) |
Meetings and Business
This classic location, nestling in the heart of the dramatic Sussex Downs and less than an hour’s drive, or 40 miles from central London, is matched by beautifully designed facilities and an impeccably responsive service.
Business Services
- Audio-visual equipment
- Conference telephone
- Dance floor/Platform/Stage
- Data ports
- Direct dial telephone
- DVD
- Flip charts
- Internet / E-mail access
- Lectern
- Microphone
- Mineral water/Tea/Coffee
- Overhead projectors
- Partitions
- LCD / Plasma flat screens
- Projector
- Scanner
- Screen
- Television
- Video equipment / VCR
- Wireless internet access
Caring Luxury
We are committed to providing a quality service in a manner that ensures a safe and healthy workplace for our employees and minimises our potential impact on the environment. We will operate in compliance with all relevant environmental legislation and we will strive to use pollution prevention and environmental best practices in all we do.
