Among the beautiful countryside of the South Downs, this heritage-listed country house dates back to 1577. Rooms with free Wi-Fi overlook 1.5 acres of peaceful landscaped grounds. With a flat-screen TV, DVD player and private bathroom, the Cleavers Lyng’s bright, airy rooms are each well-furnished. All have wonderful views, while some are furnished with antiques. Locally sourced and seasonal home-grown ingredients are served as part of the delicious full English breakfast. A lighter selection of toast, croissants, fruits, yogurt and homemade marmalade are also available. Cleavers Lyng 16th Century Country House’s character and history is demonstrated by the original inglenook fireplace in the lounge. The famous Hastings Battlefield, which defines the region, is a 20-minute drive away. Closer by, guests can take a pleasant 10-minute walk through the countryside to Herstmonceux Castle Estate.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

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

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
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1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Herstmonceux
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Omez
    United States of America United States of America
    Great value .Beautiful location setting. Nice breakfast included.
  • Jones
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was freshly cooked and tasted amazing. Beautiful setting in Herstmonceux . Easy to get to with clear instructions.
  • Maimone
    United States of America United States of America
    Amazing breakfast. Beautiful room. Beautiful setting. Countryside luxury. Sally works very hard to make it a wonderful experience for everyone and she and her staff do an amazing job.

Area info

Amenities of Cleavers Lyng 16th Century Country House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Outdoors
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Baggage storage
    • Fax/Photocopying
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hypoallergenic room available
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Cleavers Lyng 16th Century Country House takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM

    Check-out

    Until 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo Cash Cleavers Lyng 16th Century Country House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Pets are only allowed in the Suite room, subject to availability and by prior arrangement.

    Please inform Cleavers Lyng 16th Century Country House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    FAQs about Cleavers Lyng 16th Century Country House

    • Guests staying at Cleavers Lyng 16th Century Country House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.6).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

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

    • The prices at Cleavers Lyng 16th Century Country House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Cleavers Lyng 16th Century Country House is 1.3 miles from the center of Herstmonceux. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Cleavers Lyng 16th Century Country House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Check-in at Cleavers Lyng 16th Century Country House is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.