8 | LUXlife Magazine Matching Sustainability with Opulence Down Hall Hotel, Spa & Estate is the perfect location for a leisure break, business retreat or picturesque wedding venue with the remarkable surroundings and facilities offering something truly unique. Down Hall Hotel seamlessly blends historic country house splendour with luxurious and contemporary décor making the hotel the idyllic place to escape. Located just 45 minutes from central London and within easy reach of Stansted Airport, the 19th century Grade II Italianate mansion is set within 110 acres of landscaped gardens and thriving woodlands. Here we learn more as Down Hall Hotel receives the title of Best Country House & Spa Hotel 2025 - South East England. This opulent four silver-star hotel boasts 98 bedrooms, 12 elegant event spaces and luxury Eden Spa. The decadent dining options within the 2 AA rosetted Garden Room restaurant, Fox Bar, and Terrace take advantage of the abundance of fresh produce grown within the hotel’s own kitchen garden. The past year has seen growth and success for Down Hall Hotel, Spa & Estate in a number of areas, for example, significant milestones have been accomplished thanks to the continuation of the extensive refurbishment program. In the past 12 months a further £1.5 million of investment has led to the opening of the new restaurant, The Potting Shed, the transformation of the historic Grand Hall, considered the jewel in the hotel’s crown, as well as 10 newly refurbished Estate Patio rooms. Furthermore, a relandscaping project of the formal gardens has been undertaken offering a new topiary garden along with yew hedging dividing the space into areas for relaxation, dining and entertainment. Down Hall has also made significant strides in achieving its sustainability goals with one of the key focuses being on utilising the homegrown produce. The Kitchen Garden has been expanded to two acres with the introduction of fruit trees, a potato crop field and bee hives in the wider hotel grounds, which in turn has provided the hotel with a 3% saving on food costs. Guests of the hotel have an even greater opportunity than ever before to experience a taste of Down Hall, from the fruit and vegetables to Down Hall Garden Gin and Vodka made from botanicals and Douglas Fir foraged in the 110 acre estate. Over recent months the hotel has also welcomed the addition of 6 EV chargers as part of the ongoing efforts towards a greener hotel. A further testament to Down Hall’s success over recent years has been the financial results experienced, a revenue increase in 2023 versus 2022 of 25% and a further 14% year to date for 2024 have been enhanced by an increase in profits of 50%. A drive to succeed on growth across the 4 silver star hotel with 98 bedrooms, 12 meeting rooms, dining spaces and 110 acre estate, paired with controlling costs without comprising on quality, has led to this accomplishment. In addition to all the above Down Hall has been awards AA Hotel of the Year England 2024-2025 which truly encompasses the improvements made in all aspects of the hotel, from the refurbishment to the enhancements in service and guests experience. Down Hall Hotel, Spa & Estate stands out within the hospitality industry due to its rich history, unique offerings and consistent commitment to guests experience. Originally a private residence, the hotel has undergone a vast transformation over the years, culminating in the beautifully refurbished Italianate mansion that stands today. With roots from a private family home to an infirmary during World War 1 and later as an all-girls boarding school, the hotel exudes a sense of heritage and character with contemporary touches that sets it apart. Down Hall has some exciting plans lined up for the upcoming year and beyond. A significant highlight will be the addition in the Kitchen Garden of a unique dining venue. This innovative space will feature a stretch tent adorned with festoon lighting and rustic wooden tables crafted from fallen trees from the hotel’s estate. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy outdoor dining with chefs preparing meals over open fire, truly embracing the field to fork philosophy. Looking ahead Down Hall is committed to further elevating the guest experience and keep visitors of the hotel returning time and time again. This includes the continuation of enhancements to service across the hotel as well as ongoing additions to social events, wellness experiences and embracing any new industry trends. Contact: Jenny Rogers Company: Down Hall Hotel Website: https://www.downhall.co.uk
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