LONGUEVILLE MANOR

Sumptuous address in a lush Jersey valley

JERSEY'S SWISHEST HOTEL sits pretty in lush green countryside a few miles from the cliffs and coastal paths of this inviting island and just a short hop from the Normandy coast. Guarding its own private wooded valley, the handsome stone-built manor house – parts of which date back to the 13th century – is a luxurious haven of civility, with the added lure of first-rate award-winning cuisine.

The graciously restored interior glows with carved oak panelling, rich fabrics, warm colours and fine antiques. Sprawling bedrooms combine elegant good taste with every modern comfort, while well-drilled staff provide impeccable service. Outside, a heated pool invites guests to make the most of Jersey’s sunny climate, with poolside summer dining. Guests who would sooner keep their toes dry can feed the Mandarin ducks and black swans on the lake in the pretty grounds.

Splendid dinners are served in the Oak room, where home-grown produce and herbs grace menus combining the best of British and French cuisine.

Michelin starred cuisine

Chef Andrew Baird’s inspired cooking makes the most of Jersey’s rich waters, with oysters and fresh fish star-studding an exceptional menu. The Manor’s master sommelier will guide you through the extensive wine list.

Outside, check out the exotic animal life and watch the antics of the gorillas at the Durrell Wildlife zoo – a mini Madagascar where endangered species thrive. Then there’s Elizabeth Castle – reached by a causeway – and all that tax-free shopping.


Longueville Manor was reviewed for Room for Romance by Amanda Kingston

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Dining in
Dining at Longueville Manor is an undeniable treat. Head chef Andrew Baird and his team have a heap of culinary awards under their belt, and menus feature much of the produce grown in the manor's walled kitchen garden.  Choose a table in the Oak Room, wih its 16th century wood panelling, or  the light and bright Garden room,  whose French doors swing open onto a small flower garden. Start your evening at the newly refurbished cocktail bar – the bartender is a pro at mixing just about any pre-dinner drink you may fancy. Then dig into hand dived local scallops, lamb with slow-roasted plum tomatoes, French beans and sautéed sweetbreads, and traditional tarte tatin.

Breakfast
Breakfast is served until 10am. Choices include smokes salmon and scrambled eggs.

Room service
Available 24 hours a day




See & Do
Top visitor attractions include Jersey Zoo, set up by famous conservationist Gerald Durrell. The gorillas and orang utans here are hilarious – just like families back home with stroppy kids and grumpy dads. Much-photographed Mont Orgueil castle at Gorey is a major landmark, while the Jersey War Tunnels and German Underground Hospital are poignant reminders of the island's occupation during World War Two. For walkers, Jersey's cliffy coastal paths are unbeatable in late spring, when flowers carpet  woods and hedgerows.

Diary Dates
July
Slurp one of the island's best-known exports at the Jersey Oyster festival at Grouville.

August
Watch the daytime and moonlight parades at the Battle of Flowers, when it's a wall-to-wall carnival atmosphere.

GETTING THERE

Location
St Saviour, Jersey, Channel islands  JE2 7WF

Parking
There is free guest parking

Trains/buses
There is no rail travel on the island, though Connex buses operate around Jersey

Taxis
GBP 15 from the airport

Airport
Jersey – seven miles

Ferries
Condor Ferries operate ferries to Jersey daily from Weymouth or Poole

ESSENTIAL INFO

Rates guide
GBP 220 – 1175

Open/closed
Open all year

Check-in
2pm

Check-out
12 noon

Minimum night stay?
Two nights at weekends

Children
Very welcome

Pets
Dogs welcome

Air conditioning
No

Wedding license?
Yes. Up to 65 guests can be accommodated.