Deans Place Country House Hotel Overview

Set on the banks of the River Cuckmere, at the foot of the South Downs National Park and within easy reach of the South Coast, this 14th century country house hotel is located in the medieval village of Alfriston, just 10 miles from the bustling market town of Lewes. Deans Place combines heritage and charm with luxury accommodation, award-winning fine dining and beautifully landscaped gardens.

All en-suite bedrooms at the Deans Place Hotel are individually styled and feature complimentary Wi-Fi, Sky TV, a DVD player with complimentary in-room movies, a dressing table and luxury toiletries. Many of the rooms enjoy magnificent views over the sweeping South Downs.

Harcourts Restaurant at the Deans Place Hotel has been awarded 2 AA Rosettes for the exceptional quality of its cuisine and is one of the finest restaurants in the area. Guests can enjoy delicious modern British cuisine prepared from the finest of local produce whilst taking in views of the Cuckmere Valley.

Situated between the vibrant seaside resorts of Brighton and Eastbourne, and just 15 minutes away from the county town of Lewes, the Deans Place Hotel has 4 meeting rooms seating up to 180 delegates. The hotel's pretty wedding garden features a gazebo and a riverside bridge.

Whether you want to stroll through the high street and explore the village shops, or take a gentle amble along the riverbank amidst the glorious South Downs; savour an afternoon tea on the terrace overlooking the gardens, or take a dip in the heated outdoor pool, the Deans Place Hotel offers a luxurious countryside retreat in the heart of East Sussex.

Bedroom Accommodation

All 36 en-suite bedrooms at the Deans Place Country House Hotel are individually styled and furnished. Guests can enjoy complimentary use of the hotel's heated outdoor pool (from May to September), croquet lawn, boules court and putting green. All rooms are non-smoking.

  • Check-in: 14:00
  • Check-out: 11:00
  • Express check-out
  • Features in all bedrooms:
    En-suite bathroom; television; tea & coffee making facilities; direct dial telephone; hairdryer; heating control; iron & ironing board (in room or on request); electric shaver point; 24-hour room service
  • Standard Single
    Single bed; complimentary Wi-Fi internet access; Sky TV; DVD/CD player; complimentary in-room movies; dressing table; trouser press; luxury toiletries; turn down service
  • Standard Double
    Double bed; complimentary Wi-Fi internet access; Sky TV; DVD/CD player; complimentary in-room movies; dressing table; trouser press; luxury toiletries; turn down service
  • Standard Family
    Double bed & single bed (one additional single bed in some rooms); complimentary Wi-Fi internet access; Sky TV; DVD/CD player; complimentary in-room movies; dressing table; trouser press; luxury toiletries; turn down service
  • Executive Double
    Large bedroom with lounge seating area; upgraded decor; king size bed; complimentary Wi-Fi internet access; Sky TV; DVD/CD player; complimentary in-room movies; dressing table; trouser press; luxury toiletries; turn down service

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      Hotel Heritage & History

      Map & Directions

      Deans Place Country House Hotel

      Seaford Road
      Alfriston
      East Sussex
      BN26 5TW

      Tel: +44 (0)1483 776344Fax: +44 (0)1483 730202

      How to find us

      By Road

      From London Gatwick Airport/M23: follow signs for the M23. At the roundabout, take the second exit onto the M23 ramp to Brighton/Crawley/E. Grinstead/A264. Merge onto the M23. Continue onto the A23. Turn left onto the A27. Continue through one roundabout. At the next roundabout, take the second exit onto the A27 ramp to Lewes/Newhaven. Merge onto the A27. Continue through three roundabouts. At the next roundabout, take the third exit onto Alfriston Road. Continue onto North Street and on to the High Street. Take a slight left onto White Way. The hotel is on your left-hand side.

      From Dover: head southwest on the A259. Continue straight onto Snargate Street/A259. Continue to follow the A259. At the second roundabout, take the third exit onto Limekiln Street/A20. Continue to follow the A20. Take the A20 exit toward Folkestone. At the roundabout, take the second exit onto Cherry Garden Avenue/A20. Continue onto Beachborough Road/B2064. Continue to follow B2064. Turn right onto Grimston Avenue. Take the second right onto Sandgate Road/A259. Follow the A259 toward Eastbourne. At Pevensey Roundabout, just before you enter the village of Pevensey, take the third exit onto the A27. Go through two roundabouts. Turn right onto Lewes Road/A27. At the roundabout, take the first exit onto Alfriston Road. Continue onto North Street and on to the High Street. Take a slight left onto White Way. The hotel is on your left-hand side.

      Sat Nav: BN26 5TW

      By Rail and Air

      Rail: Berwick (Sussex) Rail Station (2.6 miles)
      Polegate Rail Station (6.0 miles)
      (Polegate Rail Station has a direct line to London Victoria.)
      Bus: Polegate Coach Station (6.0 miles)
      Air: London Gatwick Airport (40.7 miles)
      London Heathrow Airport (78.9 miles)

      Nearest Cities/Towns

      Alfriston (0.00 miles) (0 km)
      Seaford (3.80 miles) (6 km)
      Polegate (5.60 miles) (9 km)
      Newhaven (7.40 miles) (12 km)
      Glyndebourne (8.30 miles) (13 km)
      Hailsham (8.40 miles) (14 km)
      Peacehaven (9.90 miles) (16 km)
      Eastbourne (9.90 miles) (16 km)
      Lewes (10.40 miles) (17 km)
      Saltdean (11.60 miles) (19 km)
      Uckfield (15.20 miles) (24 km)
      Brighton (16.80 miles) (27 km)
      Hove (16.80 miles) (27 km)
      Bexhill (17.60 miles) (28 km)
      Hastings (21.90 miles) (35 km)
      Worthing (28.60 miles) (46 km)
      East Grinstead (29.40 miles) (47 km)
      Crawley (35.30 miles) (57 km)
      Dover (73.50 miles) (118 km)

      Amenities


        Special offers & breaks:
        Sunday Night Special

        Relax and unwind with a leisurely stay amidst the beautiful surroundings of the South Downs National Park. Special rate for Sunday night stays only including 3-course dinner & full breakfast from just £60 per person

        From £120.00 Per room per night

        South Downs explorer 4-night mini break incl. award-winning dining

        Perfectly situated for a relaxing and inspiring break, enjoy a 4-night escape at the beautiful Dean's Place Hotel including 3-course dinner each night & full breakfast each morning from just £68.75 per room, per night. Total package price for 2-people is £550 for 4-nights.

        From £137.50 Per room per night

        South Downs Ramblers Retreat incl. packed lunch and dinner

        Situated in one of the most beautiful regions of the South Downs, your 2-night break includes a packed lunch to enjoy on during your explorations, 2-course dinner in the award-winning restaurant each night and full breakfast each morning from just £75 per person, per night

        From £150.00 Per room per night

        Romantic Break in the South Downs

        The perfect escape for a romantic break, nestled in the market town of Afriston within the South Downs National Park. Your romantic break includes chilled champagne & chocolates in your room on arrival, 3-course dinner in the award-winning restaurant and full breakfast from £90 per person

        From £180.00 Per room per night

        At-a-glance
        • 1 Restaurant
        • Free Wi-Fi
        • Free parking
        • Non-smoking hotel
        • 36 Bedrooms
        • 4 Meeting Rooms
        • Theatre style: 180
        • Banquet: 140
        M23/J11

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        Reservations:

        • 0845 0 70 70 90
        • Monday to Friday: 8.00am-8.00pm
        • Saturday: 9.00am-5.00pm
        • Sunday: 10.00am-4.00pm

        Conference Hotline:

        • 0844 967 0984
        • Monday to Friday: 9.00am-5.00pm

        Tel: +44 (0)1483 77 63 44

        Fax: +44 (0)1483 73 02 02

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