Curated luxury hotels near Merriments

Set 29 km from Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park, The Rivendale has a seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free private parking for guests who drive. This holiday home is 46 km from Glyndebourne Opera House and 48 km from Leeds Castle. The property is non-smoking and is located 29 km from Eastbourne Pier.

The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower.

Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around St. Leonards, like golfing, cycling and fishing. Guests can also relax in the garden.

The nearest airport is London Gatwick Airport, 73 km from The Rivendale.

Crafted at Powdermills is a unique retreat in the heart of East Sussex, built around a serene seven-acre private lake and surrounded by ancient woodlands and wildflower meadows. Designed for those seeking connection, with nature, with creativity, and with themselves, guests can enjoy cold-water swims, paddleboarding, kayaking, forest yoga, and lakeside saunas. An outdoor bathing pool and a year-round wellness programme offer moments of stillness and adventure alike.

Housed in a beautifully restored Georgian Grade II-listed country house, the hotel features 55 individually designed rooms and suites, each inspired by the natural world and crafted with care. Guests can unwind at the on-site pub, restaurant, and cocktail bar, or explore creative pursuits at the Craft Barn and Art Studio. The space also hosts a members club, offering a cultural and social calendar for curious minds.

For a more private escape, three charming cottages, Ash, Oak, and The Lake House, offer spacious accommodation for families, friends, or retreat groups. Each includes a kitchen, cosy living areas with a wood-burning stove, and plenty of room to relax. The Lake House also boasts a private garden, outdoor pool, and deck overlooking the lake, ideal for unforgettable group stays, special celebrations, or corporate retreats.

Located in Battle, Claverton Country House Hotel is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Sedlescombe Golf Club and High Weald. This luxury hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Carr Taylor Vineyard and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Old Roar Gill.

Set amid 38 acres of woodland and gardens, 3 miles away from the historic towns of Hastings and Battle in East Sussex, the hotel is an ideal base to explore 1066 country.

The house was built in 1719 and remodelled substantially in 1776 by General Sir James Murray, who served under Wolfe and was later Governor of Quebec. He named the house Beauport after his summer residence in Canada.

The Great Escape, a property with a garden, is located in Rye, 32 km from Ashford International Train Station, 41 km from Leeds Castle, as well as 44 km from Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

The units are equipped with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, fridge, a kettle, a walk-in shower, a hair dryer and a wardrobe. All units feature private entrance. All units include a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen.

Guests at the chalet can enjoy a Full English/Irish or a vegetarian breakfast.

Eurotunnel UK is 45 km from The Great Escape, while Eastbourne Pier is 45 km away. London Gatwick Airport is 98 km from the property.

Offering a garden and river view, The Writers Retreat- Hastings is located in Hastings, 30 km from Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park and 31 km from Eastbourne Pier. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Hastings Beach is 2.2 km away.

The spacious country house features 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the country house. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

Guests at the country house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hastings, like cycling.

Glyndebourne Opera House is 47 km from The Writers Retreat- Hastings. London Gatwick Airport is 76 km away.

A stay at Royal Wells Hotel places you in the heart of Royal Tunbridge Wells, within a 10-minute walk of Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery and Trinity Theatre. This hotel is 18.8 mi (30.3 km) from Surrey Hills and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Assembly Hall Theater.