Looking for an Alternative to a Traditional Holiday Hotel for Your Romantic Escape?
When searching for a memorable romantic getaway in the Ashdown Forest, you may automatically consider booking a traditional holiday hotel, such as the Ashdown Park Hotel and Country Club . While this facility certainly offers luxury, it doesn’t provide the privacy, flexibility, and home comforts that often make a romantic break together truly relaxing.
At The Nest Danehill, we offer a unique opportunity. Our peaceful woodland cabin retreat allows guests to have the independence they crave with a fully-equipped kitchen and spacious garden but is close enough to the Ashdown Park Hotel that you can book the luxury extras they offer with their Spa facilities: ensuring you can experience the best of both getaways, perfectly balancing comfort and indulgence.
Can You Enjoy Luxury Hotel Facilities Without Staying There?
Staying at The Nest Danehill means you can still enjoy many of the premium facilities available at the nearby Ashdown Park Hotel and Country Club while returning to your own private retreat at the end of the day.
Our guests can book spa access to the hotel in advance: spending the day unwinding with luxurious treatments and relaxing facilities before returning to the peace and privacy of our romantic Ashdown Forest accommodation.
If golf is more your style, the hotel’s 18-hole, par-3 golf course and driving range are also open to the public. Guests can also enjoy a full-day country club pass, including a round of golf alongside use of the indoor heated swimming pool, jacuzzi, gym, and tennis courts. We recommend booking these extras in advance for the best success.
What Makes Our Accommodation More Romantic?
Unlike a busy hotel, our romantic cabins offer complete privacy. There are no crowded corridors, noisy neighbouring rooms, or fixed mealtimes. Instead, you’ll have your own beautifully appointed space where you can enjoy breakfast at your own pace, cosy evenings together and uninterrupted quality time.
You will have your own peaceful private garden. The award-winning Coach and Horses gastro pub, full of charm and character is just a 2 mins walk up the lane so you can dine there (Weds-Sun) or stay put with your own kitchen. Enjoy the best of both worlds!
Furthermore, our romantic getaway is much more affordable than a stay at the Ashdown Park hotel overall, meaning you can free up your budget for a longer trip, or booking more activities in the local area.
As one of the most luxurious Ashdown Forest accommodation options available, our cabin provides all the little home comforts that help make your stay feel effortless. Whether you’re preparing a leisurely meal, enjoying a quiet drink together, or simply appreciating the peaceful surroundings, you’ll have the freedom to spend your time exactly as you wish.
Is It Easy to Visit Us Without a Car?
Many of our guests choose to travel down to us from London by train rather than drive. The local Haywards Heath Station offers convenient rail connections, and from there, a bus can bring you to the end of our lane, leaving just a short three-minute walk to reach The Nest Danehill.
For those considering accommodation at the Ashdown Park Hotel, the closest bus stop would involve a much longer walk (20 minutes), making our location a particularly convenient choice for couples travelling by public transport.
Why Settle for One Experience When You Can Enjoy Two?
At The Nest Danehill, you don’t have to choose between the luxury of a country club and the comfort of a private retreat. You can enjoy spa days, golf, swimming, and leisure facilities nearby before returning to your own peaceful haven surrounded by the beauty of the Ashdown Forest.
For couples seeking a truly unforgettable romantic getaway, our unique combination of privacy, convenience, and luxury offers an experience that goes far beyond a traditional stay at a holiday hotel. You can dine at the charming Coach and Horses gastro pub which is just a 2-3 mins stroll up the lane from us, so no need to drive to enjoy a delicious meal out.
Here is a link to our live booking calendar to see if your preferred dates are available and to get the best prices 😊
The Nest Danehill Cottage vs. Ashdown Park Hotel
| Feature | The Nest Danehill | Ashdown Park Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy & Atmosphere | 100% Exclusive. Detached woodland cottage with no shared walls or corridors. | Shared Commercial. Large country house hotel with busy corridors and shared lobbies. |
| Events & Crowds | Zero Disturbances. No corporate functions, large conferences, or loud wedding parties. | Event Venue. High chance of weekend wedding takeovers and mid-week corporate retreats. |
| Dining Flexibility | Local & Casual.2-minute stroll toThe Coach & Horses gastro pub;or dine in utilising the fully equipped kitchen or order a takeaway/delivery. | Formal & Restricted.Rigid restaurant sitting times, dress codes, and hotel-only menus. |
| Forest Access | Directly on Foot. Step straight out the door onto public footpaths into woodland or walk along quiet country lanes with little traffic. | Estate Grounded. Set within its own grounds; requires navigating the estate to exit and on main road. |
| Vibe & Design | Boutique Luxury. VisitEngland/AA rated Gold Award-winning and 4**** Self Catering, intimate and modern design with a private garden and woodland views from all windows. | Traditional Grandeur. Historic, grand scale that can feel formal and less relaxed. Not all rooms have forest views. |
| Rates & Value | All-inclusive self-catering. Transparent cottage pricing includes full private kitchen facilities, a private garden, free secure parking and high-speed full fibre Wi-Fi 500 Mbps. Length of stay discounts. | Tiered commercial pricing. Standard room rates scale rapidly; a junior suite is typically more expensive for less space, dining, room service, and leisure access often carry additional premium charges. |
1 week ago, NEW
“We loved everything about staying at the Nest. We arrived and were greeted by the owner in the most friendly and helpful way. The Nest is immaculate, beautifully decorated, with everything one would expect and more. The attention to detail sings out.
The location is wonderfully peaceful and beautiful. We pottered up to the local pub for an excellent birthday meal and sat in the most gorgeous beer garden looking out over the hills of Sussex. We did superb walks through Sheffield Forest and never needed to use the car after arrival. We did, however, use it to go to Ashdown Park Spa for a relaxing treat day. Only 10 mins away!
I cannot recommend this property more highly. For a couple, it offers the perfect romantic hideaway but in easy reach of London and the beaches of the Sussex coast… and yes, I did swim in the sea on my birthday! We look forward to returning, thank you.”
Abigail Moore
Rooms: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Location: 5/5
Hotel highlights:
Luxury, Great view, Romantic, Quiet
