South Lodge announces launch of eight lakeside lodges
Each lodge features tanks to harvest and filter rainwater to reuse, as well as water source heat pumps to generate heating for the lodges
Country house hotel, South Lodge, in Sussex, is set to launch six detached lakeside lodges and two spa lodges on the estate’s 93 acre grounds in time for Summer 2024.
The two-bedroom sanctuaries, ‘The Reeds’, incorporate biophilic design principles and sustainable construction processes.
Situated around the edge of South Lodge’s lake, the six lakeside lodges feature two-bedrooms, an open plan living space, a range of modern features and fully-glazed double height ceilings.
Set just back from the lake, the two lakeside spa lodges feature a steam shower, outdoor whirlpool bath and infrared halotherapy sauna.
Reflecting Exclusive Collection’s commitment to sustainability as a B Corp organisation, the lodges have been designed to respect the surrounding ecology.
The wall cladding is made from Gripsure bamboo, one of the fastest growing, renewable sources in the world and CO2 neutral; decking made from millboard, created using recycled materials and renewable biopolymers; roof cladding using natural material titanium zinc, Rheinzink – 50% less CO2 than other zinc products; and FSC and PEFC approved timber structures made by VerdeGO off-site with minimal wastage.
Each lodge features tanks to harvest and filter rainwater to reuse, as well as water source heat pumps to generate heating for the lodges.
Guests staying in The Reeds will have full access to facilities at South Lodge hotel as well as the ability to book guided sessions introducing them to wild swimming in the lake.
South Lodge said: “With façade materials chosen as a reflection of the West Sussex countryside and through products derived from nature, the lodges bring characteristics of the natural world into the built spaces to create a calming, soothing space. Additionally, a ‘fabric-first’ approach to the building design has maximised the performance of each lodge to prioritise energy efficiency right from conception.”
