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Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Brede sleeps 4.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Detached • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: Over 300 years old and full of character with beams, wood-burning stove, some low doorways and catslide roof, is this 16th-century detached holiday cottage. Ideal for family holidays with a games room with pool table and table football, attractive terrace and enclosed garden. Just a 15-minute drive from the centre of Rye in the heart of 1066 country, close to Battle, dunes at Camber, Bodiam Castle, Great Dixter House and Tenterden ‘The Jewel in the Weald’. Shops and two pubs ½ mile. Step down to living room with wood-burning stove. Well-equipped kitchen/dining room. Sitting room with inglenook fireplace, flagstone floor and double sofa bed (alternative sleeping). Utility room. Games room. Twin bedroom leading to single bedroom with cabin bed (for +1) and additional Z-bed (alternative sleeping). Step up to wet room and toilet. First floor: Two double bedrooms. Single bedroom. Bathroom with shower attachment, twin wash basin and toilet. Beamed throughout.
  
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Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £300 to £ 599
Self catering accommodation in Ashburnham sleeps 2.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Sleeps 2
Accommodation overview: Sympathetically converted to form characterful properties, the heavily beamed cottages at Thornden Farm date back to the 16th century and occupy a truly peaceful and secluded setting amidst 1066 countryside. Standing within the grounds of Thornden Farm, with its small flock of sheep, friendly goats, free range chickens and grand peacocks, the cottages enjoys far-reaching views to Beachy Head, the South Downs and the sea. Each cottage boasts an individual seating area in landscaped gardens.
There is a wealth of diverse attractions and activities within the surrounding area. Visit historic Battle, where one may pause for a cream tea and visit the ancient abbey or the fascinating world of Yesteryear, a fun museum of everyday items from days gone by. Hastings is a short drive away offering freshly caught fish from the beaches in the old town, the smugglers cave and many more tourist attractions. Rye, with its cobbled streets, variety of shops and inns such as the famous Mermaid Inn which is known in history as the meeting place for the notorious Hawkhurst smuggling gang, makes a truly wonderful day out. Just a short trip from Ashburnham, one can find expanses of white sand dunes and beaches at Camber, with many other beaches and cliff top walks to be discovered along the entire coast. The Victorian seaside resort of Eastbourne (15 miles), with an indoor swimming-pool, adventure park and new Sovereign Harbour complex, still retains a sense of its opulent past. Royal Tunbridge Wells and the famous Pantiles are 18 miles away. Batemans, the home of Rudyard Kipling, is 5 miles away at Burwash. There are also numerous National Trust and English Heritage sites in the locality.
Activities offered locally include trout fishing (fly only) in Ashburnham, Bewl and Darwell reservoirs. Horse riding, four golf courses plus fantastic cycling and walking. There are many festivals and shows throughout the year, including orchestral nights at Battle Abbey and the castles of Bodiam and Herstmonceaux. Guy Fawkes celebrations in East Sussex are a local tradition, with each area boasting its own Bonfire Society. Within 1½ miles there are two pubs, the ‘Ash Tree Inn’ at Brownbread Street and ‘The Swan Inn’ at Dallington each serve real ales and fine food. Whether it’s a romantic short break or a family holiday that is required, Thornden Cottages offer the perfect setting, as many people testify by returning again, and again, and again. Shop 4 miles.
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Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £900 to £ 1299
Self catering accommodation in Iden sleeps 8.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 8
Accommodation overview: This attractive detached house set in the owner’s grounds provide spacious holiday accommodation situated at the end of a mile-long lane in glorious rural surroundings. Pet friendly and offering a plethora of walks on the doorstep, the cottage offers a superb self catering base. There is a public footpath leading off the owner’s drive providing miles of walks across open countryside. A trip to picturesque Rye enables visitors to sample local foods at the Wednesday morning farmers market which is held at Strand Quay. By taking a stroll along the cobbled streets, there is also the chance to buy a memento from one of the many independently-owned shops and boutiques, art galleries and potteries - or even start Christmas shopping from the wide selection of goods available! Also worth a visit are Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, Camber Sands and Camber Castle – this area of saltmarsh protects some very special wildlife, and footpaths lead to four bird watching hides. The picturesque market town of Battle makes for an enjoyable day out, as well as Hastings, the Sealife Centre and Pevensey Castle (where the Romans invaded). The area is also well known for its local vineyards including Chapel Down and Sedlescombe. A trip to Tenterden - often referred to as the Jewel of the Weald - is an alternative and, for garden lovers, Sissinghurst (NT) is not to be missed. Further National Trust places to visit include Smallhythe Place, Scotney Castle and Bodiam Castle. Day trips to France are possible with the Channel Tunnel a mere 30-minute drive. Shops and pub 1½ miles.
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Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £900 to £ 1299
Self catering accommodation in Brede sleeps 8.
Features include: • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Games Room • Garden • Sleeps 8
Accommodation overview: In the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, these two nineteenth-century former mill buildings have been converted to a high standard. Both holiday properties are single-storey with vaulted ceilings and are situated down a quiet leafy lane within the grounds of the owners’ listed 17th-century mill house where there are Soay sheep, ducks and chickens. The ancient Cinque Port of Rye with its cobbled streets and antique shops, the seaside town of Hastings and the attractive market towns of Battle and Tenterden are all within a 20 minute drive. Great Dixter House and Gardens - regarded as the epitome of English plantmanship - and the medieval moated castle at Bodiam are close by. Scotney Castle, Bateman’s, Sissinghurst and Smallhythe National Trust properties are within easy reach. Shops 1½ miles, pub 1 mile.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £300 to £ 599
Self catering accommodation in Rodmell sleeps 4.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: This delightful lodge is set within the owners’ grounds, just off the main road, in a peaceful, rural setting at the edge of woodland, close to the South Downs and 15 miles from Brighton. Beautifully converted from a former stable, it has been refurbished and equipped to a high standard, providing cosy and comfortable, single-storey holiday accommodation; with an enclosed, lawned play area its also great for children. The surrounding countryside simply abounds with excellent walking and cycling terrain. Interesting days include a trip to Drusilla’s Park, the Seven Sisters Country Park with Living World exhibition (including live beast handling) and the Sealife Centre in Brighton. Lewes Castle and Glynde 5 miles. Golf 8 miles. Shops and pub 1 mile. Spacious beamed living/dining room. Farmhouse-style kitchen area. Double bedroom. Twin bedroom. Bathroom, over-bath shower and toilet. Most rooms with rugs on polished wooden floor.
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Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £900 to £ 1299
Self catering accommodation in Playden sleeps 6.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 6
Accommodation overview: A true rural hideaway, Waggoners Cottage is a beautiful, beamed, fairytale, detached holiday cottage tucked away in a quiet corner of a 600-acre working arable farm. Originally built in the 17th-century, and once a farm worker’s cottage, it has been restored to a high standard. The River Rother, a popular fishing and bird-watching spot, is a walk across the fields. An unpaved road leads first to the farmyard and then into the village with its pubs and locally renowned supermarket. The Cinque Ports of Rye (4 miles), and Tenterden, a traditional market town (10 miles), the coast at Camber Sands, Sissinghurst, Bateman’s, Great Dixter Gardens and Bodiam Castle are all accessible. Shop ¾ mile. Living room with wood-burning stove in inglenook fireplace, tiled floor and step up to dining area. Galley-style kitchen with butler sink, tiled floor and utility area. Bathroom with shower attachment, over-bath shower and toilet. First floor: Large double bedroom with farmland views.
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Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Hastings sleeps 5.
Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Sleeps 5
Accommodation overview: In the heart of Hastings Old Town, this attractive, cosily furnished Grade II listed fisherman’s cottage is 150 yards from the beach. Built c.1841, it retains many period features, exposed beams, brickwork. Relax in the secluded west-facing decked courtyard before trying one of many delightful seafood restaurants. In winter walk along the seafront, returning to a blazing log fire. Take the Funicular Railways to the country park, castle, smugglers caves. Visit the Blue Reef Aquarium, shipwreck/fisherman’s museums, boating lake, crazy golf. Shops, restaurants 200 yards, pub 25 yards. Beamed living/dining room with open fire, oak strip flooring, bay window, and stained glass window to kitchen. Desk area with Wi-Fi. Kitchen with breakfast area, door to lit outdoor space with BBQ. Steep stairs to first floor: Beamed double bedroom with views of East Hill Funicular. Character twin bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath power shower and toilet.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £300 to £ 599
Self catering accommodation in Forest Row sleeps 2.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Sleeps 2
Accommodation overview: In the heart of Bewl Water Reserve, with far reaching countryside vistas, lies an enchanting sandstone and brick oast house and barn. The listed, detached oast has been converted to a high standard, in keeping with its traditional character. A bird hide and fishing are a leisurely stroll away. Pashley Manor Gardens, pubs and golf are in the village with sailing and medieval castles nearby. Close to Tunbridge Wells and the historic town of Hastings. Shop 3 miles. Entrance hall, boot room, utility and shower room with toilet and vaulted ceilings. Living room with wood-burning stove in inglenook fireplace, French doors, baby grand piano. Farmhouse kitchen/dining room with stove in inglenook and rustic-tiled floor. Double bedroom in roundel with high ceiling. Roundel with curved oak stairs to first floor: Galleried landing. Two bedrooms, each with en-suite bathroom and toilet, one double, one twin. Original stairs to large study area with high vaulted ceiling, sofa bed and futon (each for +1 child). Beams throughout.
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Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Fairlight sleeps 5.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Sleeps 5
Accommodation overview: With beautiful rural views across farmland and sightings of the owner’s herd of alpacas, this attractive, beamed, detached, single-storey holiday cottage is set in the owner’s grounds and is ideally situated for exploring historical 1066 country. Just a short distance from Battle, visit the abbey or one of the pretty tea shops in this medieval market town. Sample the local wines at award-winning Carr Taylor Sedlescombe and Lamberhurst vineyards. Award-winning Blue Flag beaches at Eastbourne. Can be booked with Alpaca Cottage (ref. PHM). Shop and pub 1¼ miles. Beamed living room with wood-burning stove and French doors. Beamed kitchen/dining room. Boot room. Double bedroom with 6ft zip & link bed (can be twin). Shower room with toilet. Most rooms with wooden floors.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £300 to £ 599
Self catering accommodation in Peasmarsh sleeps 2.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Sleeps 2
Accommodation overview: Converted to a high standard, this Grade II listed, 17th-century beamed barn is located on a 500-acre arable and sheep farm, just 4 miles from the historic cinque port of Rye with its cobbled streets and antique shops. Standing detached, the property has oak floors and French doors opening onto an enclosed decked terrace, which makes the perfect place in which to relax in the evenings. Ideally placed for visiting the local vineyards at Biddenden and Sedlescombe, there are also many beautiful gardens to tour, including Sissinghurst, Great Dixter, Pashley Manor and Scotney Castle. Bodiam moated castle 10 miles. Tenterden 8 miles. Shop 1 mile. Beamed living/dining room with oak floors and French doors to decked terrace. Beamed modern fitted kitchen with oak units. Double bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower, toilet and tiled floor.
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Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £1300
Self catering accommodation in Chiddingly sleeps 10.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Detached • Sleeps 10
Accommodation overview: Located in the charming village of Muddles Green within the historic parish of Chiddingly, this elegant Edwardian detached home has been lovingly and tastefully refurbished throughout. An ideal holiday home for families, it benefits from a separate TV room and games area with Xbox 360, a family area with TV and a detached garden with pagoda, an ideal spot to enjoy al fresco dining in the warmer months. There is a large wood-burning stove within a brick surround in the living room, and further ornamental wrought iron fireplaces in most bedrooms.
Other features include restored wooden floors, dining table to seat ten (on request), a superb family bathroom with roll-top bath and a dressing area in the master bedroom. The area is ideal for scenic walks both locally and along the nearby South Downs, and there is an abundance of sightseeing opportunities, with many NT homes and gardens within easy reach, such as Batemans, home of Rudyard Kipling, Glyndebourne, Herstmonceux Castle and Observatory and Wakehurst Place.
The popular seaside resort of Eastbourne is about 10 miles away, with its pier, marina, harbour village, seaside entertainment and various shops, cafés and international restaurants. Also within easy reach is Pevensey with its castle, or for horse racing enthusiasts, Lingfield, Brighton and Plumpton. Other places of interest include The Long Man of Wilmington, Cuckmere Valley, Beachy Head and Seven Sisters Park. The property is also ideally situated for golf lovers, with many golf courses within the area, including the East Sussex National. Shops 1 mile, pub 500 yards. Large living room with wood-burning stove and wooden floor. Dining room. Kitchen with electric Range (for cooking). TV room. Family room with TV. Utility. Separate toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed, dressing room and en-suite shower room with toilet. Double bedroom. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with roll-top bath, double basin and toilet. Spiral staircase to second floor: Games area. Two double bedrooms. Shower room with toilet.
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Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from £1300
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.
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