Middleton Lodge

We stayed here as part of a road trip… it was one of the highest-rated (and more expensive) stops we booked, so we expected a proper 5-star experience. The food was genuinely very good and the spa is truly lovely (though you pay extra, which isn’t obvious when you book). But beyond that, it felt far from 5-star. There’s no welcome drink, no help with luggage… just a map and directions to a car park, then you’re left to drag your own bags over gravel (where wheeled suitcases are useless) and up flights of stairs to your room. For £300 a night, the room itself was also a letdown: unbearably hot on arrival (in England?!) with no air conditioning and not even a window opened in advance. It also wasn’t particularly clean (especially the shower). Overall, some parts were lovely, but calling this 5-star while offering so little actual service feels off. For the price, we stayed at cheaper places on our trip that were far more comfortable and welcoming.

We have visited twice now in June, including the spa and restaurant. We have fallen in love with the place, it’s our second home now.

Review of Middleton Lodge – Mixed Experience While Middleton Lodge is set in a beautiful location, our recent visit left us somewhat disappointed overall, particularly in regard to the spa experience — and we would not return for that aspect alone. The service at the spa fell short of expectations. Ordering a drink while trying to relax was unnecessarily difficult, which took away from the experience. The facilities themselves are limited: although the pool is advertised as heated, it felt uncomfortably cold even during warmer months. During both of our visits, it was largely unused. There is one outdoor hot tub, but it’s quite small and only fits up to four people, making it difficult to access during peak times. Although we had booked a three-hour spa session, we ended up leaving after just one hour due to the limited amenities. That said, the Coach House provided a far more enjoyable experience. The service there was warm and attentive, and the food was excellent. It was a real highlight of the visit and helped redeem an otherwise underwhelming day. While we wouldn’t recommend Middleton Lodge for the spa, we would absolutely suggest visiting for an evening meal at the Coach House — it’s well worth it.

Where do I even begin? If I had to sum up our wedding experience at Middleton Lodge in one word: flawless. From the moment we discovered Middleton Lodge on Instagram, I had a feeling it was special. Although we live in Surrey and I’m originally from Lancashire, we made the trip to view the venue—and instantly knew it was the one. We didn’t look anywhere else. The atmosphere, the people, the range of beautiful spaces (we chose the Fig House), and the ability to host a 'night before' event for our guests sealed the deal. With many of our loved ones travelling over four hours, this was a top priority for us. In the 20 months leading up to the wedding, we visited the estate four times—mainly to help our two daughters get familiar with the surroundings. Each visit, we were warmly welcomed, and our girls felt right at home. We chose Sunday, 11th May—our family day and my birthday weekend (which usually brings good weather… and it did!). Even before we were assigned a coordinator, the team were always responsive and helpful with every question—from supplier suggestions to table plans. Then, three months before the big day, we were introduced to Rhiannon, our Events Coordinator—and truly, she is an angel. One of the kindest, most genuine people I’ve had the pleasure of meeting. A total credit to Middleton Lodge, which was echoed by everyone across the estate. Despite not being able to meet in person (we live far away), our initial Zoom call covered everything. I felt so reassured that I barely needed to ask anything afterwards—every email and phone call was answered promptly and thoughtfully. I shared my vision (including a champagne tower and confetti moments), and Rhiannon brought it all to life effortlessly. I’m usually super organised and like to be in control, but for my wedding day, I wanted to fully enjoy it—and thanks to Rhiannon and the team, I truly did. It was the best day of my life. A special shoutout to Rosie, who was incredibly accommodating and helpful, and played such a key role in making sure the day ran smoothly. And to Ross, who handled our party-loving guests late into the night with patience and good humour—thank you both for being absolute stars. One of the most memorable and touching aspects of our wedding day was how genuinely welcomed and included our daughters felt throughout the entire celebration. Every member of the staff took the time to engage with them personally, making them feel like a truly valued part of the day. Several team members even went out of their way to compliment how lovely, friendly, and well-behaved our girls were. That kindness and genuine warmth created such a comforting and joyful atmosphere—not just for us, but for our whole family. Knowing that our children were not only accepted but embraced by the Middleton Lodge team made the experience even more special, and it’s a memory we will cherish forever. We’re also hugely grateful to the concierge team, who made every room move and guest transfe

We enjoyed a lovely spa day and stay in one of the dairy rooms for my partners birthday. I wanted to surprise him and the staff really added to this experience. The spa was really relaxing and tranquil, I had a facial by Morgan who was really lovely and helpful in going the extra mile. Breakfast was also really nice, we had access to hot drinks, fresh juices, continental breakfast and a choice of select hot meals too. Would definitely return 🤍

Stayed here many times and it is always fabulous. Staff are lovely, venue is beautiful and the whole experience very relaxing. We stayed in the coach house this time. They have been updated since our last stay in them. Refreshed but still very comfy. We had beautiful weather for March so sat and enjoyed a drink in the courtyard. Again a beautiful venue for a relaxing alfresco drink. Breakfast was the usual array of high quality food and drinks, with a hot option. Lovely stay as always, we will be back.