# The South Downs Eco Lodge, East Meon, Hampshire Large accommodation for family and friends gatherings on the South Downs ## At a Glance - Sleeps 10 - 64 - 14 bedrooms - Dining for 13 ## Images - Total images stored: 7 - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/South-Downs-Eco-Lodge-PicsArt_07-18-03.48.54.jpg (caption: South Downs Eco Lodge; alt: South Downs Eco Lodge) - 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Wetherdown_Lodge_Example_Bedroom(1).jpg (caption: Typical Bedroom in Wetherdown Lodge; alt: Typical Bedroom in Wetherdown Lodge) - 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Wetherdown_Lodge_Lounge-DiningRoom.jpg (caption: Dining area; alt: Dining area) - 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Wetherdown_Lodge_Lounge.jpg (caption: Living area with 'Special Interest' bookshelf; alt: Living area with 'Special Interest' bookshelf) - 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/South-Downs-Eco-Lodge-DSC_0058.jpg - 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Wetherdown_Lodge_Kitchen.jpg (caption: Kitchen in Lodge; alt: Kitchen in Lodge) - 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/SusCen_Campsite_2013(1).jpg (caption: Campsite @ The Sustainability Centre; alt: Campsite @ The Sustainability Centre) ## Floor Plans - No floor plans are available for this property. ## About The Property 5 bedrooms, one family room with interconnection door. Sleeps up to 13 people. The Sustainability Centre is ideally situated in the Hampshire South Downs National Park, on the South Downs National Trail - a great base for walking, cycling and exploring the cultural heritage of one of the UK’s most dramatic and inspirational landscapes. South Downs Eco Lodge offers simple but comfortable accommodation for a variety of guests - from walking and cycling groups, school and college groups, birthday celebrations and family reunions, to companies looking for a team-building experience. It can accommodate up to 38 people in 14 rooms, most rooms having a bunk and single bed. Bathrooms are shared and the lounge/dining area provides a comfortable social space. The modern fitted kitchen is ideal for self catering groups, or the on site Beach cafe can provide food by prior arrangement. The Lodge can be booked out for exclusive use or on a per person basis. Once the home of Royal Navy trainees, the Lodge has been renovated and is now a model in how to use energy and cut carbon emissions. The heating and hot water is provided by a biomass boiler, using locally sourced wood, whilst warmth is retained by wool fleece insulation. We are proud to hold a Gold Award for the Green Business Tourism Scheme. The Centre is set within 55 acres of rich woodland and natural habitat for flowers, birds and animals. Within a 3 mile walking distance of the hostel are Old Winchester Hill Nature Reserve, East Meon historical village, Clanfield Village, 4 country pubs, and many footpaths and bridle ways with beautiful views of the South Downs. The hostel is conveniently placed for a quiet country break or field trip, 10 minutes from the A3, and approximately 1.5 hours from London and 20 minutes north of Portsmouth. ## Facilities - **Dog Friendly:** Not allowed - **Accessibility:** There is an accessible bathroom on the ground floor, however our bedrooms are quite small so please phone in advance for advice. - **WiFi:** Wi-Fi available and reasonable mobile reception. - **Kitchen:** Self catering facilities - **Dining Room:** Our dining area has plenty of space for large groups - **TV and Music Facilities:** No additional description supplied. - **Heating and Open Fires:** No additional description supplied. - **Bedrooms:** 5 bedrooms, 1 family room (double bed and single bunk above, interconnecting room with single bunk bed, 1 twin room and 2 triple (1 single,1 bunk) - **Linen:** All linen, duvets and towels provided in the Lodge. - **Bathrooms:** 3 bathrooms, 2 showers and a bath. 3 toilets. - **Children's Facilities:** We have a small amount of books and toys suitable for children. Most children enjoy exploring our woodlands! - **Outdoor:** Woodlands to explore around the grounds. Fire bowls available for a fire outside. - **Parking:** We have a small car park which is shared with other users of the site. Free on-site parking. - **Smoking:** Outside only. ## Rental Rates Please contact the owner for pricing. ## Booking Information - Please contact the property for prices. ## Availability Please contact the owner for availability dates. ## Enquiry - Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/the-south-downs-eco-lodge-east-meon-hampshire#enquiry ## Location ### Location breadcrumb [Europe](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/europe) > [UK](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/uk) > [England](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/england) > [South East England](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/south-east-england) > [Hampshire and New Forest](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/hampshire-and-new-forest) > [Petersfield](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/petersfield) ### Address Address: The Sustainability Centre, Droxford Road, East Meon, Hampshire, GU32 1HR, GB Latitude: 50.9673866 Longitude: -1.0375034 ### About The Area Situated in East Hampshire Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty steps away from the South Downs National Trail. ### What's Nearby? - **Location:** 10 minutes. Petersfield, 6 miles; Portsmouth, 10 miles. - **Shop:** Clanfield, 2 miles; 3 late night shops open until 10pm, you can get pretty much everything you need from these. Petersfield has larger supermarkets. - **Food and Drink:** 4 pubs within 2 miles of Hostel, in Clanfield and East Meon. Walkable in daylight. Bring high viz gear if planning to walk/cycle at night. - **Airport:** Heathrow, Gatwick & Southampton all about 1 hour drive. - **Train:** Petersfield. Main line from Waterloo London. Every 15 minutes. - **Bus:** East Meon. Buses from Clanfield to Peterfield & Portsmouth every 15 minutes. Nothing on Sundays. ## Owner Contact Details - Contact name: Rebecca Stagg - Phone: +44 (0)1730 823 549 - Email: accommodation@sustainability-centre.org - Website: https://www.sustainability-centre.org/stay-with-us.html