Cottesmore

Cottesmore frequently asked questions

Who owns Cottesmore?

Cottesmore is owned by the Rogerson family - descendants of the founders, Michael and Matthew Rogerson, who turned a family farm into a destination in 1973.

How do you get to Cottesmore?

Located in Pease Pottage in West Sussex, Cottesmore is a converted farm that's easy to get to by road or rail. Cottesmore is only one mile from Junction 11 on the M23 and just 15 minutes from Gatwick Airport. There's free parking on site, and the nearest station is at Ifield, 11 minutes away by car.

What is included in a spa day at Cottesmore?

What is included in a spa day at Cottesmore depends on the experience that you book. Facilities include a gym, spin studio, fitness class studio, swimming pool, steam room, sauna and Jacuzzi. There are four treatment rooms where therapists use Elemis and Decleor products in a range of face and body treatments.

What is near Cottesmore?

The hotel is located in West Sussex. Nearby attractions include:

• Tilgate Park
• Bluebell Railway
• Tulleys Farm
• Buchan Country Park
• Crawley Museum

When was Cottesmore built?

Cottesmore began as a family farm, and was converted by father and son, Michael and Matthew Rogerson, in 1973, turning it into a golf course. The farm buildings, built by French prisoners of war in 1815, were to become the club house. It was further developed into a country club complex with indoor pool, health club and function rooms in 1992, while nine hotel rooms were added in 2002 and seven, two-bedroom holiday lodges were built in 2007. Matthew's son-in-law and daughter, Johnny and Louisa Porter took on the business in July 2013, but fire destroyed much of the property in 2018. Rebuilding began in 2020, including a new restaurant, improved clubhouse and hotel facilities. There was also a brand-new beauty salon and health club, complete with gym, spin studio, fitness class studio, swimming pool, steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi and a full programme of classes. The hotel now had 26 stylish ensuite bedrooms, as well as dynamic function rooms.

What amenities does Cottesmore have?

A four-star hotel with 26 elegantly styled rooms and suites, Cottesmore is a tranquil retreat complete with a 27-hole golf course, and seven self-catering golf course lodges. The hotel's Phoenix Bar & Restaurant provides a variety of dining options throughout the day, from a bar and grill menu, to an evening menu and there's also a children''s menu.

Facilities include a gym, spin studio, fitness class studio, swimming pool, steam room, sauna and Jacuzzi. There are four treatment rooms where therapists use Elemis and Decleor products in a range of face and body treatments.

The hotel has limited accessible facilities:

• The treatment rooms can be accessed by wheelchair (there is one small step 10cm deep).
• The spa has five steps outside and one inside with no ramp.
  
• An accessible room with level access , a walk in wet room and supporting bars. It is one of their family rooms and can sleep four people, with one double bed (that can be split to twins), one single bed and a sofa bed.
• All meals and refreshments are served on the first floor and there is no lift or hoist for guests to use.

What are the food and drink options at Cottesmore?

The hotel's Phoenix Bar & Restaurant provides a variety of dining options throughout the day, from a bar and grill menu, to an evening menu and there's also a children's menu.

How many treatment rooms are there at Cottesmore?

There are four treatment rooms where therapists use Elemis and Decleor products in a range of face and body treatments.

What time is check in/check out?

Check-in at Cottesmore is at 2pm for the hotel and 4pm for the lodge and check-out is 10.30am for the hotel and variable for the lodge. Spa opening times are from 6:30am to 9:30pm Monday to Friday, and 8:00am to 8:00pm on weekends and bank holidays. It is suggested you check your specific arrival times however for your spa break, as well as any changes for bank holidays.