A hotel room at the Wheatsheaf.

Find country hotels near London

As a capital city, a visit to London is an experience like no other. A place filled with iconic landmarks, like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, and the London Eye. Not to mention the vast choice of sought-after shopping venues, like Oxford Street, Paddington, Covent Garden, Carnaby, and the King's Road, and a seemingly endless array of museums, galleries, cafes, and entertainment venues to explore.

While London may be a big city, it's no concrete jungle, with plenty of green spaces as well as lush countryside and rolling hills just a short journey away. So if you're keen for a restful retreat close to the action, consider Chef & Brewer country hotels near London.

A bedroom at The Rose Revived hotel

What makes a Chef & Brewer country hotel near London such a must stay?

For a truly convenient getaway, our country hotels near London put you within easy reach of the city while surrounded by serene countryside. With the city close to some of the most lush and leafy areas in England, like Surrey, Hampshire, Hertfordshire, Gerard's Crosss, Buckinghamshire, and Berkshire, you can embrace the charm of a rural retreat before making the short journey to the capital for a day of sightseeing.

Bedrooms should be about pure comfort, and our luxury suites have plush beds with modern interiors to make you feel truly special. Enjoy bed and breakfast with a dish from our pub restaurant menu. From something warm and hearty to sweet and indulgent, you can fuel for a big day in the big smoke. We've also go freshly roasted coffee, warming teas and tempting hot chocolates to enjoy alongside.

From midweek adventures to weekend breaks, It only takes a few seconds to find a pub with a hotel near London to book using our handy hotel finder. 

The best country pub hotels near London for a luxury retreat

Our country pub hotels are dotted around the capital. They’re the perfect jumping-off point for exploring the outskirts of London and lay the foundation for a picturesque retreat away from the hubbub of the city. Our comfy bedrooms are just a stone’s throw from peaceful walks and local attractions, while our country pub restaurants serve up great food and drink.

The exterior of The Ethorpe Hotel.

Food, farms at a former gentleman's house

With amazing public transport links to Central London and Windsor, the Ethorpe Hotel is perfectly located in the charming village of Gerrards Cross. Known as the ‘Brighton of Bucks’, it’s the ideal spot to explore the rural countryside of Buckinghamshire from the comfort of a classic pub hotel setting.  Once a wealthy gentleman's home, the converted early 1800s Edwardian villa now offers a spacious beer garden with a terrace, as well as Sunday roasts, with fine wines and real ales. When you’re ready to call it a the night, head up to your room and enjoy the comfort of a plump and cosy bed, before waking up refreshed and ready for a delicious breakfast in the morning. 

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Batting for greatness in Hertfordshire

With amazing public transport links to Central London and Windsor, the Ethorpe Hotel is perfectly located in the charming village of Gerrards Cross. Known as the ‘Brighton of Bucks’, it’s the ideal spot to explore the rural countryside of Buckinghamshire from the comfort of a classic pub hotel setting.  Once a wealthy gentleman's home, the converted early 1800s Edwardian villa now offers a spacious beer garden with a terrace, as well as Sunday roasts, with fine wines and real ales. When you’re ready to call it a the night, head up to your room and enjoy the comfort of a plump and cosy bed, before waking up refreshed and ready for a delicious breakfast in the morning. 

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A royal visit to Surrey

With 18 beautifully-designed bedroom suits to pick from, a stay at the Wheatsheaf Hotel in Virginia Water leaves you spoilt for choice. You also get to indulge in delicious pub food and drinks while staying in the picturesque Royal Landscape of the Crown Estates. Enjoy a round of golf at Wentworth or take a walk around the scenic Virginia Water Lake for a waterside walk that offers unspoilt glimpses of nature.  If you need to head into the capital, the A30 gives you easy access directly to the city. When you’re ready, come back and relax in your comfortable bed after a bite to eat and a couple of drinks downstairs. 

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Chill out in the Chilterns

In the beautiful village of Chalfont St Giles in southeast Buckinghamshire, don’t miss the cosy White Hart pub hotel. Here you can tuck into a menu full of pub classics, from fish and chips to hearty pies.  And with such great links to the capital, you can explore both the city and countryside in a single trip. All the while, knowing you can return to us and enjoy a cold drink in our beer garden when the weather’s nice – or a hot one by the roaring fire when you need to warm up. 

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A stay with a view

In the beautiful village of Chalfont St Giles in southeast Buckinghamshire, don’t miss the cosy White Hart pub hotel. Here you can tuck into a menu full of pub classics, from fish and chips to hearty pies.  And with such great links to the capital, you can explore both the city and countryside in a single trip. All the while, knowing you can return to us and enjoy a cold drink in our beer garden when the weather’s nice – or a hot one by the roaring fire when you need to warm up. 

More about London

London is the perfect place for long and short stays alike. Sat on the River Thames, and boasts a history that spans back for generations. Often a short walking distance from its famous underground train system, there’s plenty to see throughout the city. From the decadent Buckingham Palace and Tower of London to the more modern London Eye or Canary Wharf, there’s something for every sightseer. 

As well as its storied past, London has a wealth of more modern cultural attractions to discover. From galleries to theme parks, there’s more than enough to do whether you’re an art lover or thrill seeker. Not to mention a foodie! Fly into London Heathrow or any of the many airports and start your exploration.

Of course, London is known for its dizzying vistas, beautiful parklands and history. But it’s also got an array of enticing towns, villages and hamlets dotted around it, which make the city and its surrounding area even more appealing to visit.

 

Discover a Chef & Brewer country hotel near London

For your next visit to the capital, find one of our country hotels near London and book your stay online. You'll be treated to a charming countryside escape within easy reach of the city. An unbeatable combination. 


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