We had a really mixed experience, staying here (and note that most of the reviews are for the pub and its food - this one is about the accommodation). So I'm going to list the good and bad, and let you decide. It is an historic, 16th century Inn, in a beautiful old half-timbered building, right in the centre of the village. It has original fireplaces, and downstairs there is a large bar area, a smaller cosy lounge area by the fireplace, and a further lounge-restaurant. At the rear is an uncompromisingly modern restaurant extension, with glass walls, with a terrace, overlooking the pub garden and with good views over the surrounding countryside. (most people seemed to eat here.) There are four bedrooms, all with four-poster beds. In terms of our accommodation experience, the good things (aside from the atmosphere and location, were): - plenty of parking at the rear (accessed through an arch at the side); - a comfortable four poster bed; - nice selection of tea and coffee, coffee making machine; - staff friendly and helpful once we had checked in; - very good wifi; - the breakfast was very good indeed (but see below on timings). Less good: - check-in wasn't great - a couple of members of staff saw us arrive, but carried on doing what they were doing, and left us standing there. It takes no effort to say, "can I help you?". - the main problem was that breakfast is only served from 9-11. We needed to leave at 9am on our first day to visit a nearby attraction on a timed ticket at 10am. This meant we had to do without the cooked breakfast which is included in the B&B price. 9am seems really late to start breakfast, even on a weekend (and the 11am finish is odd, given check out is 11am). - being an old building, the sound proofing is almost non-existent. We expected some noise from the bar and the street during the evening, but we also had somebody walking around the apartment above our room until 3:30 am in the morning. (This is staff accommodation.) Every footstep creaked a floorboard, and was noisy enough to wake us up. - the weather had turned cold but the central heating was not turned on, so the bathroom (and towel rail) were always cold. There was a fan heater, which we managed to work out (despite having no instructions), but it obviously did not warm the bathroom. (The old windows are of course single glazed - but all the more important to make the rooms comfortable.) - the shower had a panel of the screen missing, and the shower water pressure was poor. - there was some hair on the carpet by the bathroom. So, overall, we had a disappointing stay. We very much got the impression that the focus of the establishment is as a pub and, particularly, its restaurant. This was particularly evident regarding the late breakfast timings, which seem to cater primarily for non-resident visitors. The four rooms seemed very much an afterthought. That being the case, I do wonder whether they should simply focus on the pub and the restaurant (which is clearly extremely popular). read more

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I remember first going here when I lived in London & wishing I could live in a place like Mayfield - surely one of the prettiest places in East Sussex. When I got home, I couldn't even find it on a map. I live in the next village along now..... I have to agree with Tony that this an excellent pub, one of the very best in The Weald. Beautiful Tudor building, large, southerly facing beer garden with views over open country, a proper Olde Worlde pub feel and really, really good food. Their Sunday lunch board is a wonder to behold. Thinking about it, it must be the best & most comprehensive I've ever seen. Excellent choice & often using local produce. There's a posh boarding school over the road which gives a pleasingly regular supply of barmaids and glamorous creatures languishing in the aforementioned beer garden, prior to going to greater things elsewhere no doubt. read more

Middle House Hotel - Pubs Near Me - Mayfield, ESX

Came for my last night in London to experience a true and proper London roast. This review is strictly for the pub and not the hotel. The carver section is set up with turkey, pork, beef, and chicken. I recommend getting the mixed meat order so you can have a little of everything. Also comes with potatoes au gratin and fried potatoes...those cheesy au gratin potatoes are creamy and rich. So good. They have some mixed veg at the end of the buffet thats optional. There is also an assortment of cold salads (coleslaw, potato, mushroom), breads, and sauces to compliment the meal as well. Finish it down with a cold pint of cider or beer and you got yourself a huge and filling meal for less than 20 pounds. I hear their puddings and desserts are killer too but was too full to try it. read more

Middle House Hotel - Carvery station. Mixed meat with all the fixings! My first proper london roast :) - Pubs Near Me - Mayfield, ESX

Have been to the Middle House Hotel many many times over the years. A very attractive building, well cared for and always well turned out. Food is very good, freshly cooked, extensive menu, modestly priced and certainly enough of it! All in all excellent can think of nothing whatsoever bad to say about it. read more

A very ancient building, full of character, no one can deny. Full of oak beams nice fires together with good food, local beers and wines.Sits in the middle of the high street easy to locate. Value for money 10 out of 10. Good food, well cooked served in a basic fashion plates on bar table, or i quickly add in the restaurant. A very good variety of dishes, of very good fresh food served in very generous portions. Not fine dining but a long way off fine dining prices. All in all an excellent pub, (i know its an Hotel but i only ever use the pub part of it) offering excellent services with excellent value for money. Give it a try, it's well worth it. read more

A-mazing! Everything you could ask for in a chocolate box village pub. Been out for a country walk? They'll warm your cockles with mulled wine in the depths of winter. Starving after a hard day in the office? They will fill your belly (and then some - portions are massive so think wisely before ordering starter and main!) and feed your soul with with a warm welcome - the bar staff are all really friendly. There are daily specials in addition to the extensive menu of lunches, light bites and hearty meals from pub usuals (ploughman's lunch, bangers and mash etc) to more exotic dishes like Cajun-spiced salmon and Goan chicken masala. All very tasty, I have never had anything disappointing at Middle House. I haven't ever had room for a dessert though so can't comment there! The prices are slightly higher than your average pub (8 - 20 pounds for main dishes) but I think that the quality of the food is absolutely worth it. And there are plenty of veggie options as well. read more

This is a top pub. Not really a drinking pub but more of a food and drinks pub - with a formal restaurant as well as a bar area restaurant. Excellent food and variety and speedy service. Nice garden in the summer too! read more