About this property

Step into a world of timeless elegance and luxury at Buxted Park Hotel, a magnificent Grade II listed Palladian mansion built in 1722 and set within 312 acres of private parkland in the heart of East Sussex. This renowned rural retreat seamlessly blends Georgian styling with contemporary comforts, offering an unforgettable experience. Choose from 43 stylishly furnished bedrooms, including Classic, spacious Executive rooms and sumptuous Suites featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, spectacular views, and ultimate luxury in every detail. Indulge in fine dining at the award-winning 2 AA Rosette restaurant or private dining rooms, perfect for special occasions. Explore the beautiful surroundings, enjoy leisurely picnics or fishing in the 3 peaceful lakes, or take a stroll to the iconic Ashdown Forest, where A.A. Milne found inspiration for Winnie the Pooh. Buxted Park Hotel proudly offers a dog-friendly environment. Complimentary Wi-Fi and free public parking are available on-site. Conveniently situated near Gatwick, Brighton & Hove, and just a short drive from Uckfield, this country house hotel is an idyllic base for weekend breaks in East Sussex. Buxted Park Hotel is part of the Hand Picked Hotels collection, featuring country house and coastal resorts across the UK and the Channel Isles.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Hand Picked Hotels
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

    • Free parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Eironwy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely spaces to walk around outside and lots of sos es to gather with friends inside
  • Eva
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stunning location and the hotel is absolutely beautiful. Rooms are very well designed and equipped. Also very comfortable. The staff couldn't do more for us. It was our anniversary treat, and it truly felt like a treat.
  • Anne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The grounds surrounding were beautiful flowers and we enjoyed walking around part of them. Our room was lovely and we looked out over a large lawn with a great view beyond. The food was very good and all the staff were helpful and very friendly.
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing food, grounds and hotel. Staff and chef were brilliant. Flowers and wine in the room (additional cost) were really good quality.
  • William
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stunning location. Friendly and very obliging staff
  • Lesley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful grounds lovely staff everything was just perfect.
  • Ruth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Thr breakfast was excellent. Good choice of cooked options and excellent breads juices, croissants and fruit.
  • Jodie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the location, stunning grounds and building. We stayed in a large room, comfortable beds, and thoroughly enjoyed my brother's wedding.
  • Angela
    United States United States
    Great breakfast. Beautiful setting and the decor was fabulous. Like staying at a stately home.
  • Aronovsky
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Ben the concierge was incredibly helpful and attentive, incredibly organised and helped us out immensely, thank you! Beautiful location, with a room with a lovely view out over the grounds. The breakfast is in a lovely location!

Managed by Hand Picked Hotels

Company review score: 9.6Based on 10,617 reviews from 21 properties
21 managed properties

Company information

Welcome to Hand Picked Hotels - a beautiful collection of 21 privately owned, luxury country houses and coastal retreats, each hand picked for their individuality. Architecturally distinctive and quintessentially British, each hotel boasts an extraordinary location from Scotland to the Channel Islands, offering breathtaking views from vast countryside to expansive beaches, to lush woodlands. Dedicated to creating unique and enchanting stays, curated personalised service runs through the heart of every hotel. With service delivered by warm and caring colleagues, Hand Picked Hotels provide the perfect destinations for guests to unwind, relax and be pampered. Award-winning chefs create delectable modern British cuisine made from ingredients sourced as locally as possible. Lunch and dinner menus change seasonally as do our chefs’ tasting menus and afternoon teas. Our wine lists are extensive, including award-winning from wines Villa Saletta, Hand Picked’s family owned, Tuscan vineyard. Ideal for romantic breaks, family holidays and celebrations with friends, Hand Picked welcomes dogs too, with dedicated dog-friendly rooms offered on a first-come, first served basis at a supplementary charge. The addition of your dog (maximum two per room) must be confirmed directly with the hotel prior to arrival.

Property information

Built in 1722 by Sir Thomas Medley, Buxted Park’s history is as colourful as it is long. Over the years, this luxury East Sussex hotel has played host to movers and shakers including William Wordsworth, Winston Churchill and Marlon Brando. Now you can see what attracted the great and the good as you explore this country retreat’s many rooms, stroll in the gardens or let the evening unravel as it may in the restaurant. The features of this hotel make it perfect for weekend breaks in Sussex, rest and relaxation, and simply enjoying the beautiful countryside. The Grade II listed Palladian mansion, set in the finest parkland, is a unique backdrop for the most perfect of wedding venues. The house’s historic rooms are one instance where business and pleasure do mix, and private dining is tailor-made for special occasions. Above all, make this country house your home.

Neighbourhood information

Whether it's British seaside fun you're after or beautiful rolling countryside, East Sussex is an inspiring corner of England whatever your age or interests. Stretched across 93 miles of spectacular coastline and bordered by Kent, Surrey and West Sussex, it's easy to see why so many people flock to East Sussex each year. Apart from its famed beauty spots such as the South Downs, Ashdown Forest and the cliffs at Beachy Head, the county is also renowned for its country parks, historic towns, quaint fishing villages and super cool seaside resorts.

Languages spoken

German,English,French,Polish

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • The Dining Room Restaurant
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner

House rules

Buxted Park Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestroSolo Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Limited room service is available on brochure meals.

When booking for more than 6 persons, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

The property has a limited number of dog-friendly rooms available, which are offered on a first come, first served basis and are subject to extra fees. Please inform us at the time of booking if you will be staying with a dog. We will confirm the availability of a dog friendly room within 24 hrs of the booking being made. If no dog friendly rooms are available, we will refund your booking. A maximum of 2 dogs per room can be accommodated.

Please inform Buxted Park Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.