The Farmhouse At Redcoats

The Farmhouse At Redcoats - A historic country house with a charcoal oven restaurant, garden views, and proximity to stately homes

Dating back to 1450, The Farmhouse At Redcoats occupies 2 hectares of gardens with scenic views across Hertfordshire's countryside. The hotel offers 27 accommodations, including rooms with private bathrooms, tea-and coffee-making facilities, and Freeview TVs. The four rooms in the main house retain character with beams and original fireplaces, while the eight rooms outside feature cleaner lines and bolder colours. The bar, a cosy space with gnarled beams and curios, serves as the social hub. A charcoal oven in the restaurant prepares oysters and seafood from North Norfolk, along with local game, pork, and prime Herefordshire steaks. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast with full English options, homemade preserves, and a cold buffet. The Farmhouse At Redcoats is a 5-minute drive from the A1 motorway and close to Knebworth House, Hatfield House, and Woburn. Afternoon tea is available in the lounge or gardens, weather permitting. Two private dining rooms-one Victorian and the other beamed-offer atmospheric settings.

Pros

The historic setting includes original beams and fireplaces, with scenic garden views.

The restaurant serves locally sourced dishes, including seafood and Herefordshire steaks cooked on a charcoal oven.

Knebworth House and other stately homes are nearby, making it convenient for sightseers.

A continental breakfast with full English options and homemade preserves is offered daily.

Cons

The hotel is in a rural area, requiring a car for access to nearby towns.

The historic building's layout may feel uneven as some rooms are still under refinement.