Solynka Dumas

Heckfield Place

  • Where:
  • Why:Birthday celebration
  • When:Summer 2022
  • Who:Me with friends and family

"High life in the British countryside "

AT A GLANCE: Set on 400 acres of grounds in Hampshire, conveniently just an hour from London, Heckfield Place is luxury countryside living. Completely plastic-free, along with all the sustainable measures in check, including its own biodynamic farm that supports in-house gastronomy, the hotel is committed to the future as much as it is to the house’s 18th-century origins. With ample activities — from badminton and croquet to picnics by the pond and wellness options to wine tasting — you get to relax while also getting the option to keep yourself busy. Perfect for groups and families, Heckfield Place is a pet-friendly place that should be on your travel radar.

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Heckfield Place Find the intruder

Find the intruder

Heckfield Place The entrance hall at Heckfield Place. On one side of the wall are beautiful portraits and on the opposing side, a massive mirror which doubles up the space

The entrance hall at Heckfield Place. On one side of the wall are beautiful portraits and on the opposing side, a massive mirror which doubles up the space

Heckfield Place Our cozy bedroom which overlooks the grounds

Our cozy bedroom which overlooks the grounds

Heckfield Place The refillable and organic room products from Wildsmith which is created on the estate

The refillable and organic room products from Wildsmith which is created on the estate

Heckfield Place Who would ever want to leave this tub

Who would ever want to leave this tub

Heckfield Place Daily complimentary tea and cake

Daily complimentary tea and cake

Heckfield Place Pretty, yummy and healthy at Marle

Pretty, yummy and healthy at Marle

Heckfield Place Wine tasting...

Wine tasting...

Heckfield Place Picnic with the crew all day every day

Picnic with the crew all day every day

Heckfield Place The property's lake — perfect spot to settle down

The property's lake — perfect spot to settle down

Heckfield Place Bike ride on the grounds of Heckfield Place

Bike ride on the grounds of Heckfield Place

Heckfield Place The manor and the grounds in all its splendor

The manor and the grounds in all its splendor

Heckfield Place Fireplace details

Fireplace details

Heckfield Place With the philosophy of serving the very best tasting food which is locally grown, every meal is a delight

With the philosophy of serving the very best tasting food which is locally grown, every meal is a delight

Heckfield Place The chocolate cake, simply perfect

The chocolate cake, simply perfect

Heckfield Place Yoga in the greenhouse

Yoga in the greenhouse

Heckfield Place Never too old for a swing

Never too old for a swing

Heckfield Place I was surprised by the thoughtfully hung bunting as I checked into my room

I was surprised by the thoughtfully hung bunting as I checked into my room

Heckfield Place Day at the farm making new friends

Day at the farm making new friends

Highs & Lows

  • Attention to detail throughout our stay such as the daily cake and tea served in the afternoon, and the birthday cake and banners waiting in my room upon arrival

  • The house farm and its dedication to biodynamic agriculture

  • The incredible nature surrounding the estate

  • The extensive art collection that graces the walls of the property

  • After a week's stay, the food at the restaurant, although delicious, felt a little repetitive

Heckfield Place Our cozy bedroom which overlooks the grounds

The Barometer

  • Design
  • Location
  • Future Forward
  • Night's Sleep
  • Service
  • Amenities
  • Takeable Treats
  • Refer a Friend
  • Overall Value
  • Life Changing
Total: 49/50
Heckfield Place The manor and the grounds in all its splendor

Important Bits

  • Type

    Rural Retreat

  • Vibe

    Downton Abbey goes sustainable

  • Location

    Heckfield Place is tucked in the heart of Hampshire countryside

  • Rooms

    39 rooms and six suites

  • Pre-Arrival & Arrival Experience

    The moment you arrive your luggage is picked up by staff in vintage liberty-print ties. As you enter the beautiful Georgian mansion, you are greeted by a house-made cordial while the reception team walks you through check-in

  • Future Forward

    One hundred percent! There is absolutely no plastic on the premises. All bathroom amenities come from recyclable and refillable bottles. Every day, glass water bottles are refilled with filtered water. Most of the food at the restaurants comes from their biodynamic farm, and the rest comes from trusted organic farms in the area

  • Music

    Nature’s sounds

  • Year Opened

    2018

  • Designed By

    England-based Spratley & Partners and Ben Thompson of BWT London

  • Health & Wellness

    Heckfield Place has an indoor pool and there is also a pond you can swim in. The spa gives wonderful massages and a plethora of sports activities, like yoga, tennis, horse riding, clay pigeon shooting, badminton, farm fit (some sort of outdoor HIIT with farm accessories as props), biking, etc.

  • Food

    All organic, mostly biodynamic. There are two restaurants, Marle, the main one, and Hearth, which is only open on weekends and has a set menu. Skye Gyngell, of Spring and Petersham Nurseries fame, heads the culinary scene

  • Bar, Events & Nightlife

    The Moon Bar will satisfy all your late-night cocktail cravings with drinks and infusions made from the freshest ingredients

  • Minibar & Retail

    Plentiful and generous

  • Accessibility

    Adapted rooms are available

  • Pet Friendly

    Yes, for a fee

  • Children

    Yes

  • Price

    Reassuringly expensive, this level of quality comes at a price

  • Tel.

    +44 0 118 932 6868

  • Website

    Visit website

Heckfield Place

Heckfield Place

Heckfield Place, Heckfield Place, Heckfield, Hook, UK

Have a picnic by the lake

Have a picnic by the lake

Heckfield Place, Heckfield Place, Heckfield, Hook, UK

Visit their Biodynamic Farm

Visit their Biodynamic Farm

Heckfield Place, Heckfield Place, Heckfield, Hook, UK

Practice your British sports

Practice your British sports

Heckfield Place, Heckfield Place, Heckfield, Hook, UK

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