Plonked in the middle of 400 acres of private Hampshire countryside, Heckfield Place is handsome, historic and really very cool. Less than an hour from Heathrow, it's close enough to London for a long weekend, but far enough away to feel like you're properly "in the countryside." And in fact, Heckfield really is its own world, dictated less by check-in times and more by the seasons and the biodynamic farm at its heart that supplies most of the (extraordinary) food in the two restaurants. Choose Marle with its Michelin Green Star, or the old-stable block, Hearth and prepare to be blown away. You won't have any problem decompressing here, but you just might struggle to leave.
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Six room types, ranging from the Friends Rooms - smaller, corridor-facing and simply furnished - to the Signature Rooms with serious space and sweeping views of the manicured grounds. The Ochre Room is the pick for a special occasion with its emperor bed, west lawn views and a magncifent marble bathroom. There are also two cottages within the estate grounds those looking for a touch more privacy. Characterfu lChurch Lodge, a timbered gatehouse, is our favourite and comes with its own walled garden.
The farm grows everything to a lunar calendar, meaning produce is harvested according to the cycle of the moon. It sounds eccentric, but you can taste the difference on the plate.
Ask to be taken out in Chamomile, the hotel's beloved 1950s Morris Minor. It's used for estate tours and is an utterly charming way to explore the grounds.
Midweek, the hotel can feel short on atmosphere but it fills up at weekends and operates as a very different place. If a lively atmosphere matters to you, aim for a Friday or Saturday arrival (or the opposite!).
Start with a recommended trip or create one from scratch
Heckfield Place can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made UK trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended UK trips featuring Heckfield Place or get advice and suggestions from one of our UK specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Heckfield Place start from around $370, or US$370, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
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800 square miles of honey-gold villages, winding lanes and quintessential English-ness.
