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Reviews of Cleavers Lyng 16th Century Country House This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Church Road, Herstmonceux, BN27 1QJ, United Kingdom

#3 of 9 hotels in Herstmonceux

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 283 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free Wifi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: June 21, 2024

    9.0
    Quirky and unique with a kind Host. We would definitely stay there again!
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Our Host was kind and friendly. We were grateful that she allowed us to check-in early. Sally was so helpful when my husband was taken ill. The breakfasts were lovely with a wide choice of possibilities, both hot and cold. The country house was pleasant and comfortable, if a little chilly, whilst the weather was really cold and miserable for May

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: June 19, 2024

    10
    Good old fashioned top quality service.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing...

    I was on a one night work stayover, and booked through Booking.com. Easy transaction, and no issues. Arrived quite late, but was met with a cheery smile, from the owner, who ran through all of the details. Room was lovely, and clean, bed was so soft. Breakfast in the morning was just so well presented, and freshly cooked. I have nothing but praise for the owners of the hotel. Its small, well presented, with a homely touch. Thank you..!!!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 17, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    Everything!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 15, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely old building in a tranquil location. Owners fantastic

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 14, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Sue the host was friendly and helpful. The grounds of the property are beautiful and well kept. It was great with all the little extras in the room like extra tea/coffee and milk, biscuits and even a mint each. Amazing breakfast. If I could I would give 11 out of 10

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 13, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    One of the nicest places we have stayed in a beautiful location. The gardens are a joy to see. Everything was perfect ...highly recommended.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 10, 2024

    9.0
    The host and hostess were welcoming and the breakfasts were very good, with a wide choice, though we didn’t need cooked
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very little really, but the small narrow stairs are not easy for “oldies” to negotiate with luggage. However, what one might expect in a property of this age. The en-suite was a bit small though adequate, and the shower was difficult to adjust to the right temperature - much too hot to begin with!

    Beautiful, character filled, country home with a strunning garden. The view from the property over the Pevensey Levels is also exceptional.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 6, 2024

    9.0
    Lovely B&B stay in peaceful location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Beautiful house in a peaceful setting with lovely views, but close enough to local pubs and restaurants. Wonderful breakfasts.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 29, 2024

    9.0
    Just what was needed. Lovely and relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing I can think of.

    Breakfast and location excellent

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2024

    10
    Wonderful place, ideal for a short stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing.

    Lovely quiet location, fascinating building, good room with great view, comfortable bed, wonderful breakfast. Friendly owners. Beautiful, extensive and well-tended gardens. Plenty of on-site parking. Convenient for East Sussex and South Kent locations.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 25, 2024

    10
    Excellent venue. Will stay there again when travelling to the area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very good English breakfast. Service very good.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 21, 2024

    10
    An historic treasure!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing - it was fabulous

    The proprietor went out of her way to accommodate our dietary requirements.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 16, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Accomodation easy to find and Sally very helpful and breakfast was amazing

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 14, 2024

    8.0
    Short and sweet but lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Super breakfast - Sally the host was most welcoming and helpful

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 13, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bed was short for me lol but I loved the bed.

    I loved the fact it was in the sticks lovely, quiet and dark. Loved the old houses so was cool to spend the night sitting in the gardens and looking out into the fields also my home only as a shower so I was making the most of the bathtub. Had a little visit from the owner's dog in the room and felt very much like I was at home Also, the owner was very helpful as I forgot my charger so I could charge my phone to get home the next morning. The breakfast was amazing definitely would stay again.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: November 1, 2023

    10
    Wonderful isolation.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Lack of restaurant.

    Breakfast exceptional, silent and dark superb countryside.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2023

    9.0
    Lovely host, great accomodation and location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Four Poster Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was nothing we didn’t like.

    Breakfast was excellent and good choice. Location was ideal as near to local pubs and resturants.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 23, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    .

    Beautiful setting, lovely room,marvellous host. Great breakfast

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 24, 2023

    8.0
    Great breakfast and comfy stay, could be cheaper as bathroom not luxurious.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Four Poster Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cleaning could be better, lots of spiders & bathroom wasn’t as clean as it could be.

    Beautiful building & surroundings. Dark skies good for astronomy.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: September 21, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very friendly hosts. Lovely accommodation and very clean. Exceptional English breakfast, which set us up for the day. The property is rural and quiet with wonderful views. And if walking the local town is about a 40-minute walk away that has a nice pub with an Indian restaurant next door.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 20, 2023

    8.0
    Thank you!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Spiders in the rooms - but that's just a personal thing!!

    Lovely room and breakfast.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 9, 2023

    10
    Lovely peaceful tranquil stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Loved it all, would definitely stay again

    Lovely breakfast Tranquil location Fantastic host

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 29, 2023

    10
    Breakfast was 5*. The host was warm and friendly. We would definitely stay there again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Balcony room, had an amazing view and getting away from the traffic noise was bliss. So peaceful

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 28, 2023

    10
    We thoroughly enjoyed our two night stay and two breakfasts. Highly recommended.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Four Poster Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I wasn't happy with safety in the shower. There should have been a grab bar and the bathtub floor needed something on it to prevent slipping as it was very smooth. The shower itself was very good.

    The breakfast was terrific. The accommodation was very high class with a four poster bed which was very comfortable. We liked the separate sitting area to the left of the door for watching TV.

    Stayed in August 2023

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