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The Grove

Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

95 Excellent 1141 Reviews
Stunning historic country estate that's been meticulously restored, featuring an acclaimed spa, golf course and signature dining. This resort is perfect for adults or families looking for a quick getaway convenient to London.
The Grove

Summary of 1,141 verified reviews

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Excellent

Excellent family hotel. Located near shopping areas with easy access to parking. Great pool.

Set in 300 acres of stunning Hertfordshire countryside, The Grove has been lovingly restored. Situated just 18 miles from London it is home to an award-winning spa, championship golf course, mouth-watering restaurants, luxury bedrooms and a wide range of flexible and inspiring meetings and events spaces. Surrounded by vast bucolic woodland and meandering trails together with perfectly manicured gardens, it is a haven for guests seeking time-out, with ample space to do as little or as much as they like.

Inside the historic mansion, original features and log fires are a reminder of The Grove’s past, while outside, walking and cycling trails, an activity centre and enchanting Victorian Walled Garden complete with outdoor swimming pool and stretch of sandy beach, provide today’s guests with a plethora of choice.

The award-winning spa, Sequoia, with its inky black mosaic pool invites guests to escape into a world of peace and tranquility. With poolside loungers, an outdoor terrace in the summer months and a range of specialist treatments, rest and relaxation is easily sought. For a more active experience there are impressive fitness facilities and an exercise studio with a daily timetable of classes. Plus, a Vitality Pool that can massage you from head-to-toe.

Surrounding the hotel is the impressive championship golf course designed by the eminent Kyle Philips. Many of the golfing worlds greats have played this prestigious course having staged a World Golf Championship event, won by Tiger Woods in 2006, as well as hosting the British Masters in 2016. Open to all who love the game, there is no membership policy and a team of golf pros offer lessons for a range of ages and abilities.

Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of city life, The Grove’s prime location, close to major airports and motorways makes this tranquil countryside estate the perfect hideaway for all manner of guests.
Hotel Address:
  • The Grove
  • Chandlers Cross
  • Hertfordshire, WD3 4TG
  • United Kingdom

Location Summary
Located in the Hertfordshire countryside. Lovingly restored, this former home of the Earls of Clarendon is situated just 18 miles from London.

Directions to Hotel
London Heathrow 20 Miles South. From Heathrow Airport Take M4 Motorway To M25. Follow M25-north To Birmingham/oxford Exit Junction 19. Turn Right At Roundabout And Follow A41. Hotel 250 Yards On Right. From Luton Airport Take M1 Motorway South Exit Junction 6 Follow M25 W To Heathrow Exit M25 At Junction 20. Take 1st Exit Left A41 To Watford Straight Over Roundabout To The A411 Towards Watford. Hotel 250 Yards On Right. From Gatwick Airport Take M23 Motorway North To M25. Take M25 Motorway West To Heathrow Exit At Junction 19. Take 3rd Exit At Roundabout To A41. Hotel 250 Yards On Right.
Banquets & Meetings
The Grove offers unique event space for any kind of celebration.
Fine Dining On Site
The Glasshouse featuring Executive Chef, Stephen Wheeler has food-hall style concept with international cuisine, and The Stables is all about simple food cooked to perfection. Set in the estate’s original 18th Century stable block, this relaxed restaurant combines chic decor with traditional country style.
Fitness Center
The fitness studio is fully equipped with the latest Technogym Visioweb equipment and our highly qualified trainers will be on hand to guide you through your routines.
Child Programs
Anouska’s Nursurey is for children aged 3 months to 5 years, Monday – Friday and 3 months to 8 years on Saturday with specific hours. Babysitting servcies and family-friendly guest rooms are also available.
Pets Allowed
The hotel offers dog-friendly rooms complete with a dog bed and accessories, and requires that you keep your dog (less than 30 kg) with you at all times; there’s plenty of space for walks in and around the 300 acres.
Pool Indoor
A twenty-two meter pool is part of Sequoia Spa.
Pool Outdoor
Outdoor heated pool open seasonally.
Spa Facility
The award-winning Sequoia Spa features a blakc mosaic-tiled pool, heat experience rooms and specialist treatment options.
Tennis Courts On Site
Summer tennis in the Walled Garden.
Biking Touring
You can run, cycle and walk though the 300 acres of park and woodland surrounding the estate.
Golfing
Surrounding the hotel is the impressive championship golf course designed by the eminent Kyle Philips.
Recommended Rooms
The historic Mansion is home to eight Deluxe rooms- each one boasting its own unique decor and personality. Gaze out over the gardens, relax in a traditional standalone bath or simply curl up on the sofa and enjoy the luxury amenities of your room. The hotel also offers family-friendly rooms and suites that include toy boxes, interconnecting rooms, cots for babies, bunk beds and single sofa beds for older kids.


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Hotel Amenities
  • - Banquets & Meetings
    - Disabled Access
    - Executive Retreat
    - Fine Dining On Site
    - Fitness Center
    - High Speed Internet
    - Child Programs
    - Pets Allowed
    - Pool Indoor
    - Pool Outdoor
    - Spa Facility
    - Tennis Courts On Site
Available Activities
  • - Biking Touring
    - Dining
    - Golf Driving Range
    - Golfing
    - Horseback Riding
    - Jogging Running


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