East Sussex cottages and self catering, South East England

Mellifount Farm, Newick, East Sussex, South East England

Sleeps 7
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Newick sleeps 7.

Features include: • Pub nearby • Detached • Easy Walking • Sleeps 7

Accommodation overview: Extensive views over the surrounding countryside can be savoured from this pretty beamed holiday cottage, which boasts a separate garden room built within its large garden to take advantage of the fine views. One of a pair set back from the main road, it has been sympathetically restored to retain many of its original features and lies just 3 miles from Battle, an area awash with the history of the Norman Conquest of 1066. Winchelsea with its unspoilt shingle beach, historic Hastings and quaint Rye are further afield, with many castles and NT properties of interest to visit in the area. Walking and cycling routes locally. Shops 200 yards, pub 50 yards.

Beamed living/dining room with wood-burning stove in large fire surround. Two steps to modern well-equipped farmhouse-style fitted kitchen with tiled floor. Utility. External garden room with shower room and toilet. First floor: Three beamed bedrooms; one double, one twin and one single. Bathroom with shower attachment and toilet. Low ceilings throughout.

Little Park Hill Farm, Burwash Common, East Sussex, South East England

Sleeps 12
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Burwash Common sleeps 12.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Detached • Games Room • Sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: This very tastefully converted detached Coach House enjoys scenic walks from the door over fields to the glorious gardens at Batemans, the 17th-century family home of Rudyard Kipling. Appearing much as he left it, be inspired in Kipling’s study, see his 1928 Rolls Royce Phantom 1 in the garage and stroll through the pretty garden to the small River Dudwell, where you can watch the watermill grind flour most Wednesday and Saturday afternoons. Set within the grounds of the owners’ home which offers 11 acres of gardens and paddocks with stunning views across the fields, the Coach House enjoys its own private garden and is an ideal property for family gatherings or entertaining. Guests can enjoy shared use of the outdoor swimming pool, use of an outside equipped play area for children, games room with table football and small snooker table plus table tennis table situated in a garage adjacent to the Coach House.
Burwash is a charming village with a Norman church dating back to a bygone time when the Manor was given to the Count of Eu by William the Conqueror in 1096 in recognition of his services in battle. There are many buildings dating back to 16th century and pubs and shops are within easy walking distance. Visit the 11 acres of Pashley Manor Gardens at Ticehurst, Battle Abbey – experience the most famous date in English history and find out how the nation was changed forever. Approximately 7 miles – Bewl Water - the southeast’s largest lake set within the beautiful Wealden countryside, the fairytale castle at Bodiam and the vineyards at Lamberhurst. Shops and pub ½ mile.

Living room with wood-burning stove, exposed brick walls and wooden floor. Kitchen with additional seating area, double range oven (for cooking), ornamental fireplace, exposed brick walls, and tiled floor. Dining room with electric ‘log-burner’ and oak floor. Double bedroom with 5ft bed, French doors to garden and en-suite shower room with toilet. Two further double bedrooms, each with 5ft bed and French doors to garden. Bathroom with roll-top bath, shower attachment, toilet and Velux window. Separate toilet. First floor: Two twin bedrooms, each with sloping ceiling, additional single bed (each for +1) and dressing area. Bathroom with bath, separate shower cubicle and toilet.

The Granary, Rye, East Sussex, South East England

Sleeps 10
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Rye sleeps 10.

Features include: • Pool • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Games Room • Garden • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: Tucked away with just sheep for company, yet less than 1 mile from Rye, is this adjoining holiday barn, the ideal spot for walks into Rye or Playden. Cycle to Rye and experience what this 800 year old cobbled market town and Cinque Port has to offer. Enjoy miles of golden sand dunes at Camber or for nature lovers, Rye Harbour and its reserve offers a unique experience where wildlife can be observed. Winchelsea, Battle and Hastings are all within a short drive. Shop 1 mile, pub ½ mile.

Open-plan beamed living/dining room with kitchen area, wood-burning stove and wooden floor. Two double bedrooms, one with 5ft bed; each with en-suite shower room and toilet. Twin bedroom with en-suite shower room and toilet.

Smugglers Rest, Udimore, East Sussex, South East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £300 to £599

Self catering accommodation in Udimore sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: This attractive Georgian house, once the doctor’s surgery, is delightfully situated in the cobbled High Street of the picturesque medieval town of Rye, and enjoys far reaching views across the Romney Marshes to the sea from its rear garden. It offers accommodation arranged over five floors, with a family room on the lower ground floor, as well as a first floor sitting room, giving plenty of room for larger groups. Tastefully renovated, it boasts wood floors, an open fireplace and a four-poster bed in the master bedroom, while outside is a wooden deck, barbecue and outdoor games area in a terraced landscaped garden.
Rye is a lovely old town, once attached to the Cinque Ports and a notorious smuggling base, but now 3 miles inland from the sea. There is a maze of streets with charming timbered, weather boarded and 18th-century houses, including Lamb House (NT) where Henry James lived. Surrounding the property are restaurants, tea houses, inns and antique shops, making this a fascinating location, with all amenities on the doorstep, so ideal for a holiday at any time of year.
Less than 3 miles away is the long stretch of sand and dunes at Camber, the pebble beach at Winchelsea, and Rye’s yachting harbour, and excellent walking, boating and fishing trips are all available locally. The town makes a splendid base for visiting the many castles and historic houses in the area, including Bodiam Castle, Great Dixter with its famous gardens, and Smallhythe Place (NT), all nearby. Within an hour’s drive are Tunbridge Wells, Canterbury and Eastbourne, while Ashford is only 20 minutes, offering day trips to Paris and Brussels by Eurostar. Shops 10 yards, pub 25 yards.

Lower ground floor: Family room with TV and stone floors. Shower room with large shower cubicle and toilet. Utility. Ground floor: Panelled dining room with wooden floor. Well-equipped modern fitted kitchen with electric range (for cooking). First floor: Living room with open fire, window seat and wooden floor. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Second floor: Two double bedrooms, one with four-poster bed. Separate toilet. Third floor: Double bedroom with 4ft bed (for 1+1). Twin bedroom. Bathroom with toilet.

Vane Cottage, Ringmer, East Sussex, South East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £295 to £692

Self catering accommodation in Ringmer sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Luxury accommodation sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: :Enjoying far reaching rural views this comfortable well equipped cottage is peacefully set only 2 miles from the beautiful South Downs. With its small south facing garden with access to large garden it lies across the courtyard from the owners' home. The town of Lewes with its Norman castle and charming cobbled medieval lanes is 3½ miles and Glyndebourne Opera Herstmonceux Castle and Observatory Borde Hill Gardens Wakehurst Place and Brighton's many seaside attractions are all a short drive. Pub 1¼ miles shop 2 miles.

Dining room. Comfortable sitting room with open fire. Modern fitted kitchen. Small playroom/snuggery. Cloakroom/W.C. Two steps up to glass door leading to garden. Stairs to first floor: Twin bedded room. Double bedroom Bathroom/W.C.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

The Coach House, Burwash, East Sussex, South East England

Sleeps 12
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Burwash sleeps 12.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Games Room • Garden • Sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: A delightful detached barn conversion nestling on the edge of a working sheep farm in its own garden bordered on one side by a stream. It lies 300 yards from the owners’ home and walks abound from the doorstep into the rolling Sussex countryside. Bodiam Castle is a short drive and the Rother Valley offers holidaymakers boating and fishing. Take a trip on the Kent and East Sussex Vintage Steam Railway or experience Pullman dining. Pashley Manor, Great Dixter and Sissinghurst Gardens are a short drive. Rye 11 miles. Camber Sands 14½ miles. Shops 2 miles, pub/restaurant ½ mile.

Living/dining room. Kitchen/breakfast room with wooden floor. Two steps down to boot room with tiled floor. Double bedroom. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with shower attachment, toilet and wooden floor. Beamed throughout.

Badger's Drift, Fairlight, East Sussex, South East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £664 to £1928

Self catering accommodation in Fairlight sleeps 8.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking Close to the Sea • Hot Tub Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: Set on a private road just 200 yards from the coast in Fairlight in an area of outstanding natural beauty in East Sussex this vast American style single storey property makes a wonderful base for relaxing breaks and family holidays. Oak floors feature throughout its spacious stylish and luxuriously appointed accommodation there is plenty to entertain children and its large garden also contains a blissful hot tub. Dogs too are welcome at Badger's Drift - Fairlight itself boasts a stunning coastline and country parks providing more than 500 acres of cliff walks woodland and countryside to roam.

As a holiday location East Sussex is hard to beat offering a wealth of activities and places of interest to explore. The cobbled lanes old smuggling inns and interesting shops and galleries in the ancient Cinque Port of Rye are just 5 miles away as are Battle and its famous abbey and the historic seaside town of Hastings with its fascinating museums and undersea experience. Unspoilt beaches delicious cream teas and many of the National Trust's finest properties (including romantic Bodiam Castle) and great gardens are also close at hand. Pubs serving food ¼ mile shop ½ mile.

Extremely spacious sitting room with gas 'flame effect' fire and dining area. Large well equipped modern fitted kitchen with range cooker and breakfast bar. Double bedroom with 5' bed and ensuite bathroom/WC. Double bedroom with ensuite bathroom/WC. Two twin bedded rooms with zip and link beds (double by arr). Bathroom/WC with luxurious separate shower/steam cubicle with body jets radio and lights.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

The Oast House, Nutley, East Sussex, South East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Nutley sleeps 8.

Features include: • Pool • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Detached • Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: Hidden down a forest track, leading directly to the Ashdown Forest (400 yards) and with spectacular views over the forest to the South Downs beyond, this delightful holiday cottage adjoins a former 18th-century threshing barn, lovingly restored by the owners. Terraced gardens lead down to a 5-acre meadow and stream, with four well-stocked fishponds. Abundant wildlife. Excellent walking country. Within easy reach of Brighton, Tunbridge Wells, many NT homes, gardens and places of interest. Shop 1/2 mile, pub 3/4 mile.

Entrance through stable door to beamed living/dining room with slate floor and forest views. Compact farmhouse-style kitchen. Double bedroom with en-suite shower room and toilet, and courtyard view.

Albion House, Eastbourne, East Sussex, South East England

Sleeps 9
Weekly price range £551 to £1515

Self catering accommodation in Eastbourne sleeps 9.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Pub near by Luxury accommodation sleeps 9

Accommodation overview: Barely one minute's walk from the pier and beach and enjoying glimpses of the sea from all front rooms this newly refurbished and supremely comfortable Victorian town house offers a superb contemporarily styled holiday base. Albion House sits on a residential street in the heart of Eastbourne a seaside suntrap sheltered by the bulk of Beachy Head and boasting award winning safe beaches as well as a spacious promenade lined with colourful flowerbeds amongst its many traditional seaside attractions. Visitors will find a variety of water sports pleasure boat cruises great shopping children's theme parks a Napoleonic fortress museums beautiful gardens and a bandstand almost on the doorstep whilst other attractions further afield include castles at Pevensey and Bodiam Drusilla's Zoo Glyndebourne Sheffield Park Gardens and the medieval port of Rye. Brighton's myriad delights are also easily accessible as is wonderful walking in the gently rolling South Downs. The nearest shop and pub serving food are about 40 yards distant.

Entrance hall. Sitting room with 40" wall mounted plasma TV and dining area. Very spacious modern and well equipped galley kitchen with breakfast area and door to patio. Cloakroom/W.C. First floor: Double bedroom with ensuite bathroom/W.C. with free standing Jacuzzi bath shower cubicle and wall mounted TV. Double bedroom with TV and ensuite shower room/W.C. Second floor: Double bedroom with TV. Twin bedded room. Single bedroom. Bathroom/W.C. with free standing bath and shower cubicle.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Park Haven, Hastings, East Sussex, South East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £283 to £582

Self catering accommodation in Hastings sleeps 4.

Features include: Pub Close By • Sea 5 Miles • Short Break

Accommodation overview: Boasting a large balcony overlooking the park and a convenient location just 1 mile from Hastings this spacious well-presented and comfortably furnished first floor apartment offers an excellent base for a holiday on the South Coast. Situated above the owners' home it is ideally placed for enjoying the area's many delights including Hastings' charming Old Town restaurants and bars. The ancient Cinque Ports of Rye and Winchelsea Sissinghurst Castle and Gardens and Bodiam Castle (both N.T.) Tenterden and Bexhill on Sea are among the myriad attractions within an easy drive. Pub and shop ½ mile.

Nine steps up to entrance and stairs to this first floor accommodation. Cloakroom/WC. Sitting room with radiant fire and dining area. Kitchen. Double bedroom with ensuite bathroom/WC (shower over bath). Twin bedded room.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Broom Cottage, Fairwarp, East Sussex, South East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £900 to £1299

Self catering accommodation in Fairwarp sleeps 6.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Garden • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: With lovely views over the South Downs from its first floor living room, this tastefully refurbished property lies just 4 miles from the coast. Attached to the owners’ home and set well back from the road, it is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The high vaulted ceiling gives a light and airy feel, while outside is a secluded patio and garden shared with the owners. The area offers many scenic walks, bird-watching, riding, cycling and fishing. In the village is Monk’s House (NT), former home of Virginia Woolf. Lewes, with its castle, 3 miles. Newhaven (with day trips to France), 5 miles. Brighton, with its charming blend of seaside attractions is a short drive away. Shops 4 miles. Pub 200 yards.

Bathroom with power shower over bath and toilet. First floor: Living room with sofa-bed (for +2), French doors and views over South Downs. Shaker-style kitchen/dining room with wooden floor and ladder-style steps up to galleried area. Double bedroom with 5ft bed and sloping ceiling.

The Bake House, Northiam, East Sussex, South East England

Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £300 to £599

Self catering accommodation in Northiam sleeps 2.

Features include: • Pub nearby • Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: This picturesque, white, weather-boarded holiday cottage enjoys beautiful countryside views. Standing detached, it is ideally placed for walkers and cyclists, it makes a perfect base for exploring East Sussex - including Tenterden with its half-timbered houses and stylish shops. Bodiam Castle has stunning views of the valley, and trips can be made on the Kent and East Sussex Railway which chugs through 10½ miles of beautiful countryside. Great Dixter 10 minutes away. Shops 50 yards.

Three steps down to entrance. Dining hall. One step up to living room with wood-burning stove. Step down to well-equipped kitchen/breakfast room with patio doors to terrace. Utility. Bathroom with over-bath shower. Separate toilet. First floor: Three double bedrooms; master bedroom with Juliette balcony and stunning views, one with ornamental fireplace. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Beamed throughout.