Friday, 7 November, 2025

Autumn Spa Retreats in Kent: Cosy Luxury at Hempstead House

As autumn settles across the Kent countryside, Hempstead House becomes something of a sanctuary. The air turns crisp, the leaves begin to burn gold and amber, and the gentle hush of the season invites you to slow down. It’s the perfect time to retreat — not far, but just far enough — to a place where comfort, calm, and quiet luxury come together.

A spa break in Kent at Hempstead House isn’t simply about pampering. It’s about restoring a sense of ease that the pace of everyday life so often wears away. Whether you join us for a weekend, a day, or just a few unhurried hours, we offer an experience filled with warmth, nature, and the quiet art of slowing down.

A Season for Stillness and Warmth

Autumn brings a gentle calm, as the light changes, the countryside slows, and the need to do anything at all begins to soften. We embrace that spirit here. It’s in the flicker of candlelight in our spa lounge, the scent of warming oils during a massage, the quiet hush of the gardens outside your window.

This is the season for wrapping up, unwinding, and leaning into comfort. Hempstead House becomes a haven where soft robes, warm pools, and soul-soothing food feel not just indulgent, but necessary.

AquaManda Spa: Where the Season Slows with You

At the heart of your stay is AquaManda Spa, designed to help you drift away from deadlines and distractions. The spa features a heated hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room, whirlpool, and experience showers, along with a relaxation lounge and six private treatment rooms.

Guests can choose from a wide menu of treatments using professional skincare products, with trained therapists offering massages, facials, wraps, and bespoke packages tailored to your needs. Both hotel residents and day guests are welcome.

Our Sittingbourne spa days are thoughtfully designed to allow time to reset without rushing. Whether you're visiting solo, with a partner, or as part of a small group, AquaManda offers a relaxing environment to switch off and reconnect.

Flavours of the Season: Dining at Hempstead House

Dining is central to the Hempstead House experience. Seasonal menus, carefully prepared by our chefs, reflect the richness of autumn – from slow-cooked meats and game to warming soups and decadent desserts.

Guests can dine in The Lakes Restaurant, known for its classical elegance, or enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere in The Brasserie. Both restaurants source fresh ingredients locally wherever possible and offer menus that evolve with the seasons.

This is a place where food is enjoyed slowly — where conversation lingers over dessert and where a good glass of wine is never hurried.

Extend Your Stay in the Kent Countryside

An overnight stay allows you to experience Hempstead House at its most tranquil. Each of our individually styled bedrooms is designed for rest and comfort, with crisp linens, comfortable furnishings, and views across the gardens or grounds.

Guests who stay overnight enjoy full access to AquaManda Spa and a cooked breakfast served the next morning in our dining room. For those looking to extend their visit, our location near Sittingbourne provides easy access to the surrounding countryside, local villages, and heritage attractions.

This Autumn, Give Yourself Permission to Pause

You don’t need a reason to rest. But if you’re looking for one, let it be the season. Let it be a cosy robe and slippers, the quiet of a private treatment room, or the comfort of warm hospitality in a countryside setting.

Whether you’re here for a single spa treatment or a weekend escape, we invite you to find your calm at Hempstead House — where time slows, and autumn lingers just a little longer.

Plan Your Autumn Spa Break

Visit the links below to plan your seasonal retreat:

FAQs

Do you offer autumn spa breaks for couples?

Yes, our spa break packages are available for couples and include treatments, dinner, and accommodation.

Is the spa open to non-residents?

Yes. AquaManda Spa is open to both hotel guests and day visitors.

Can I book a solo spa day or retreat?

Yes. Solo guests are very welcome, and many choose to visit during quieter midweek times for added relaxation.

Are spa treatments included in all packages?

Some packages include treatments as standard, while others allow you to add treatments of your choice. Please check individual package details.

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Information

Unless otherwise stated, a £10 deposit per person is required at time of booking. Full pre-payment is required 1 month prior.

Deposit payments can be made with card details over the phone, bank transfer or payment link on request.

Please note that Hempstead House no longer accepts cash on the premises. All purchases on site must be made by card payments only.

Please note all payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Cancellations, either by individuals or as a group including reduced attendance, received 1 month prior to event will result in loss of deposits.

All cancellations received within 1 month of the event will unfortunately result in a full cancellation charge.

Guests are entitled to a full reimbursement should the hotel cancel the event unless the hotel is forced to close following government guidelines where a full credit voucher only will be issued.

Any cancellations must be confirmed in writing.