Greenhills Country House Hotel

Greenhills Country House Hotel has everything you’d wish for on an escape to the English countryside: a quiet rural setting, historic architecture, afternoon tea in the gardens. Never mind the fact that Greenhills is on Jersey, which isn’t technically part of England, or even the United Kingdom — the shared regional character is responsible for a large part of the hotel’s charm. Not far from the island’s northern beaches, it’s conveniently positioned on the Green Lanes, an idyllic network of country roads connecting Jersey’s farms and forests.

The 17th-century stone villa, though fully restored inside, adheres to the aesthetic of a traditional English inn. Rooms feature period decor like patterned floral wallpaper and elegant drapery, plus cozy details like down duvets, plaid throw blankets, plush bathrobes, and tea stations with homemade biscuits. Most rooms overlook the gardens, and larger rooms have bathrooms with tubs and walk-in showers. A seasonal outdoor pool and al fresco dining are delightful in warmer weather; the ground-level bar and lounge, with wood-beamed ceilings and a rustic stone fireplace, is appealing year-round. The island’s famous landscapes, not far from the hotel, are just a stroll or a bike ride away along country roads and coastal paths.