Crafted at Powdermills

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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

Free Wifi

9.5

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 program 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 accommodations for families, friends, or retreat groups. Each includes a kitchen, cozy living areas with a wood-burning stove, and plenty of room to relax. The Lake House also features a private garden, outdoor pool, and deck overlooking the lake, ideal for unforgettable group stays, special celebrations, or corporate retreats.

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

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Mary
United States United States
“The hotel is set in a beautiful garden and it is a wonderful property to walk about. It is peaceful and quite. The rooms are well appointed. The staff is very professional. The food was excellent. It is very close to Battle and easy to park if...”
Carole
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful building and grounds. All staff are exceptional, friendly and nothing is too much trouble. Very good location for coastal areas and villages.”
Michael
United States United States
“Beautiful surroundings and friendly staff. Extremely good breakfasts.”
Gavin
France France
“Beautiful place with walks beside the lake and loads of wildlife. Peacocks walk around lording it over the numerous ducks. We have stayed often as we initially used it due to it being dog friendly but even after our dogs died we still go there...”
Miranda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was a good size with a comfortable sofa. The communal areas were very attractive and the grounds were lovely.”
Carole
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything, was a perfect stay in a perfect hotel.”
Mary
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We did not have dinner as for us it was quite expensive. Breakfast was included in our stay and was amazing. Plenty of things to choose from including eggs, bacon, sausage , mushrooms toms beans etc. Croissants jams , cheese ham salami...”
Carole
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Stunning hotel, exceptional customer service, central to visit all inland and coastal areas, best breakfast and dining, beautiful grounds with ponds and wildlife, very comfortable bed, peaceful and probably the best hotel we have stayed at....100%...”
Anonymous
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Stayed many times and always thoroughly enjoyed it.”
Isabela
Brazil Brazil
“My wife and I had the most amazing time at Crafted at Powdermills for our minimoon. From the moment we arrived, the staff were welcoming, kind and proactive to make our stay memorable. We could not have been happier with our choice to stay at this...”

Managed by Crafted at Powdermills

Company review score: 9Based on 800 reviews from 1 property
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Property info

Located in East Sussex, TN33 - and quickly accessible from London - the hotel sits around a 7-acre lake within 78 acres of private ancient woodlands, streams, and old pastures that climb up a chalky hill. We’re welcoming nature back and inviting you to come and share time and space with it. Whether as a hotel guest or local member. A mix of rooms, suites, cottages and a lake house are available. There are 58 in total, with more in-nature options on the way. A seasonally driven all-day restaurant is fed by its own regenerative growing plots, a traditional pub has both winter fires and summer BBQs, and the Parlour lounge and Green Room cocktail bar are adults-only spaces for drinks or emails. ‘Natural wellness’ is offered throughout. That starts on the lake with a freshwater swim, paddleboard or full-moon kayak, and continues with gym workouts, Craft Barn workshops, and Art Studio sessions. Padel courts will follow shortly. Everything is designed to be physically comfortable, aesthetically pleasing, and naturally soothing. It’s not austere or earnest, showy or too serious. It’s simply somewhere that puts you at ease so you can get comfortable, let go, and go discover.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
The Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of Crafted at Powdermills

Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM
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Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

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Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
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Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 12:00 AM and 6:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that all payments must be made using a credit card, debit card, or other accepted cashless payment methods.

When travelling with pets, please note that an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay applies.

Please inform Crafted at Powdermills 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.

Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 06:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

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