Gun Hill Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Games Room
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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* Based on a combined average customer score

20 Customer Review(s)

“A real treasure of a cottage and surrounding land.”

Picturesque and quiet. Coffee in the garden with squirrels running around added to the authenticity. Time to unwind. Our family of five really enjoyed our short stay in August. Would visit again.

Picturesque and quiet. Coffee in the garden with squirrels running around added to the authenticity. Time to unwind. Our family of five really enjoyed our short stay in August. Would visit again.

- Mr Ali, August 2021
Mr Watson September 2021

“We had a most enjoyable two weeks at Gun Hill Cottage.”

The house and gardens were very pleasant with lots of local walks from the house and two excellent pubs nearby. Would certainly visit again. The only downside was our communication with Sykes in Chester before the holiday. Despite several calls in the week before, they failed to answer our queries and would not give us a direct line to their 'local office' (?) or the owner. The result was that we arrived to find the beds not made up to our requirements and no information on a mid-stay change of linen. Fortunately the owner Chris was most helpful and sorted things out to our satisfaction - no thanks to Sykes. To be fair, it's the first time we have ever had this communication problem after dozens of visits over the last 20 years.

- Mr Watson, September 2021
Mr Cobham August 2021

“Very interesting house.”

The pictures online do not fully do it justice as the rooms appear smaller than they are and there is plenty of room for 4 or 5 people. One of the rooms is stated to have a small single bed but I presume that refers to the width and our 6' son was fine in it. Lovely gardens. Well placed for trips to Battle, Eastbourne, Seven Sisters. Bodiam Castle worth a visit and Kipling's house, Batemans is just 25 mins away. Good supermarket and restaurants just 4 miles away, with a Co-op 2. Lots of delightful walks within a short drive. No freezer nor dishwasher - neither of which were needed by us. Fitted what we needed very well.

- Mr Cobham, August 2021

Thank you very much for your feedback. We are delighted that you had a wonderful holiday at Gun Hill Cottage. In addition, we will update the website to make it clear that the property lacks a freezer and dishwasher. Owner relations
Ms Gosnay June 2021

“A lovely cottage with all the facilities you need.”

- Ms Gosnay, June 2021
Mr Baker May 2021

“We were very lucky with the weather, and so the holiday was a success.”

The cottage has some nice touches, but the description is not fully accurate. The single bedroom has a child's sized bed and is not suitable for an adult, and although set on its own, it is not 'tranquil' right next to a fairly busy lane.

- Mr Baker, May 2021

Thank you for taking the time to leave your comments on Gun Hill Cottage, the owner has taken your comments on board and has amended the description of the bed in the single room. We are glad the weather was good yoy had a successful holday. Owner relations
Mr Granberg October 2020

“Gun Hill cottage is a lovely place nestled in the East Sussex country side.”

We enjoyed the open fire, pool table and plenty of room for all the family. I can thoroughly recommend this place with plenty of walks and sights nearby not to mention one of the loveliest country pubs nearby.

- Mr Granberg, October 2020

Many thanks for thoroughly recommending Gun Hill Cottage. We are glad you enjoyed the features of the property and its location. Hideaways Owner relations
Mr Craig September 2020

“Lovely cottage to make your base for exploring Sussex.”

It manages to give you a comfortable and homely feeling. The Gun Pub down the road also does excellent food. The owner provided excellent communication prior to arrival.

- Mr Craig, September 2020

Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent stay at Gun Hill Cottage. We love to received feedback from guest's and we hope to welcome them back again in the future. Owner relations
Mr Simpson August 2020

“Great location, with lots of character.”

Garden has plenty of space and perfect for entertaining children. Lots of facilities / equipment inside the property too.

- Mr Simpson, August 2020
Mrs Ennew August 2020

“We had a lovely week staying at Gun Hill cottage.”

Beautiful gardens lovely quirky cottage would thoroughly recommend

- Mrs Ennew, August 2020

We are glad you had a lovely week at Gun Hill Cottage. Owner relations
Mrs Smith August 2020

“This is a beautiful, cosy cottage in a lovely part of the world.”

We were lucky enough to be able to eat in the garden every day on the lovely vine covered patio. As the weather was so hot we could perhaps have done with a bit more shade on the patio area. The local walks were lovely but we were also able to easily visit the Seven Sisters country park and Cuckmere Basin, Birling Gap and the lovely town of Lewes. There are 2 very good local pubs within walking distance. We particularly enjoyed the walk across the fields to the Six Bells at Chiddlingly.

- Mrs Smith, August 2020

Thank you for taking time to leave your comments and advice on the local walks. It is great to have recommendations to advise future guests. Owner relations
Mr Singleton July 2020

“The cottage is quaint and has a lovely garden (probably the best we have had at a cottage) and outside seating area which we used alot.”

It has most of the things you would expect to need for a week away. The pub was a five minute walk and had very good food, the cottage location is great, there are so many beautiful places to visit within half an hour drive in all directions. The disappointing thing was the cleanliness in some areas, there were dusty surfaces in the living room, spider webs in a lot of places and dead woodlice in the dolls house and toy horse box which I wiped down so my daughter could play....we get these in our house too, it's an old house. It's hard to believe a thorough clean happened just before we arrived though, which would be expected at the best of times, but especially this year. The other thing we felt needed attention was the oven door which doesn't close properly and perhaps some new placemats that aren't peeling. Overall an enjoyable holiday, thank you.

- Mr Singleton, July 2020

Thank you for taking the time to feedback on Gun Hill Cottage. The owner takes all feedback very seriously and will investigate all points raised. We are glad you were able to enjoy the garden and surrounding area. Hideaways. Owner relations
Mrs Creese July 2020

“A beautiful property in a secluded area of East Sussex.”

Clean fresh linen and a welcome bottle of wine and pint of milk on arrival. The pool room amused the grandson and a selection of games and puzzles for wet days. An ideal proprty for the combined family holiday.

- Mrs Creese, July 2020

Thank you for your super comments.. we are so pleased you had a good time! Owner relations
Mrs Scott February 2020

“Gun Hill cottage is full of character and once fire was lit was warm throughout ...”

Gun Hill cottage is full of character and once fire was lit was warm throughout except for the games room which was freezing Too cold for a game of pool sadly Very well equipped cottage with lots of extras however an essential which would have been appreciated on arrival and was missing was toilet roll Quick dash to local Co op required We did dispose of our fire ashes considerately and as instructed, sadly previous guests have tipped them onto the lovely garden and some litter too Shame on them as it is a beautiful little outdoor space and we very much enjoyed staying here The surrounding countryside is stunning and there are plenty places to visit nearby

- Mrs Scott, February 2020

Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback on Gun Hill Cottage. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and all feedback is passed onto the owner. Hideaways. Owner relations
Mrs Putnam December 2019

“It was a bit cold if you did not have the fire going as it is not double glazed.”

- Mrs Putnam, December 2019
Mr Digby September 2019

“First class in every way, did take a little time to warm up, but then fine!”

Very tasteful furnishings throughout, 2 bathrooms, plenty of space, very comfortable beds,lovely well kept garden, pond, seats for relaxing. Beautiful setting and lovely countryside, loads of little lanes for walkers, yet near major roads, also found the local Coop excellent and the local pubs, with good menus and meals.

- Mr Digby, September 2019
Ms Blandon August 2019

“A place to find peace and quiet in a part of Sussex that seems timeless.”

Wonderful garden to just sit in and let the everyday pressures drift away. Possibly my most perfect place. Long may it continue.

- Ms Blandon, August 2019
Mrs Boulton May 2019

“We had a lovely week in Gun hill cottage.”

..it really was a beautiful cozy home with a stunning garden Definitely would love to come back again Thank you Jenny Boulton

- Mrs Boulton, May 2019
Guest's review on Trip Advisor

“The cottage was delightful, clean and well equipped with a spacious garden that was delightful to sit in after an active day out (if not making use of the pool table in the pool room).”

The property was situated in an attractive area that was easy accessible to many attractions ranging from steam train rides, gardens and castles to numerous seaside resorts-Brighton, Hastings and Eastbourne. We would happily return to the area and cottage as it was one of the best holidays we have experienced.

- Guest's review on Trip Advisor,
Mr Scott

“A beautiful cottage.”

Especially loved the activity shelves, gardens, local info., wood stove and Gun Pub. We loved it, and will be anticipating our next visit before too long.

- Mr Scott,
Mr & Mrs Murworth

“Lovely cottage - third time we have booked through you and I recommend you regularly.”

- Mr & Mrs Murworth,
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The property

Gun Hill Cottage should certainly be at the top of your list if you're searching for a rural retreat for the family or with friends in this idyllic part of England.

Care and attention has gone into its refurbishment with no expense spared in making this a really comfortable and homely place to stay.

The pretty, rose-covered, weather-boarded exterior will certainly catch your eye as you venture up the front path.

Once inside you'll be won over by the charming character the cottage exudes, with its original features such as the beamed ceilings, yet all the comforts you'd expect from a contemporary home are there for you to enjoy.

Subtle tones dominate throughout adding to the feeling of tranquillity.

There is plenty to entertain here and you may find yourself whiling away more than a few hours in the games room with its pool table.

Outside you have third of an acre of garden and woodland to explore as well as a lovely pond to lounge by at the end of a busy day. Please note a starter pack of logs, kindling, firelighters and matches is included.

Summary

Three bedrooms: - 1 x double 1 x twin 1 x single (small single bed) Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen
Dining room with open fire
Sitting room with wood burning stove
Games room with pool table.
Storage and electric heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, washing machine, tumble dryer (in shed), fridge, TV with Freeview, WiFi. A starter pack of logs, kindling, firelighters and matches is included Linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and high chair available
Off road parking for 1 car and roadside parking for an additional one car. Enclosed lawned garden with pond and patio area with furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Unfenced pond is approx 1' deep, please supervise small children
The height of doorways and ceilings may not be suitable for very tall people
The entrance to the car parking space is tight
When approaching from the south it is advised to either drive slightly north of the entrance to reverse in, or to turn the car at the entrance to Swan Wood Lodge/House for a smooth nose-in approach
The lane is quiet in the evenings and for much of the day, but traffic can be fairly busy at peak times. A Good Housekeeping bond of £200 is required for this property.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

About the location

HEATHFIELD

Battle 12 miles; Royal Tunbridge Wells 14 miles; Bexhill on Sea 17 miles; Eastbourne 17 miles; Hastings 20 miles

Heathfield is a market town in Sussex known for it's annual fair the Heffle Cuckoo Fair each April, and the Heathfield Show which takes place each May. Its busy town centre offers an assortment of shops, takeaways, restaurants and pubs. One of the most popular visitor attractions in the area is the Cuckoo Trail, a shared track for walkers and cyclists, with horses allowed on some of the sections. An extension has also been constructed to the south into Eastbourne and the trail has become part of National Cycle Network Route 21. Scattered around Heathfield are several towns, villages and hamlets including Rushlake Green with its picturesque village green and quaint looking pub serving excellent local food. For a day out to remember why not visit Rudyard Kipling's home Batemans, which is located at Burwash. This National Trust property is very much how Rudyard Kipling and his wife Carrie left it, with this beautiful 17th century house providing a much needed sanctuary to this world-famous writer. With so much to do inland you could be overlooking how close the coastline is to Heathfield. With Eastbourne, Hastings and Bexhill on Sea all less than a 30 minute drive you should leave a day to beachcomb your way along the shoreline and savour the salty air as it braces you ready to enjoy a visit to The Stade art gallery in Hastings or The De La Warr Pavilion with its exhibitions and music events in Bexhill on Sea. Tunbridge Wells is also a 25 minute drive away with its Georgian and Victorian architecture. With so many exciting places to visit and things to do and see within a short distance means Heathfield is a secret no longer!

Note: Unfenced pond is approx 1'deep. Please supervise small children.
Please Note
This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.
Note: This property does not have a freezer or dishwasher.

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Reviews & Ratings

“A real treasure of a cottage and surrounding land.”

“We had a most enjoyable two weeks at Gun Hill Cottage.”

“Very interesting house.”

“A lovely cottage with all the facilities you need.”

“We were very lucky with the weather, and so the holiday was a success.”

“Gun Hill cottage is a lovely place nestled in the East Sussex country side.”

“Lovely cottage to make your base for exploring Sussex.”

“Great location, with lots of character.”

“We had a lovely week staying at Gun Hill cottage.”

“This is a beautiful, cosy cottage in a lovely part of the world.”

“The cottage is quaint and has a lovely garden (probably the best we have had at a cottage) and outside seating area which we used alot.”

“A beautiful property in a secluded area of East Sussex.”

“Gun Hill cottage is full of character and once fire was lit was warm throughout ...”

“It was a bit cold if you did not have the fire going as it is not double glazed.”

“First class in every way, did take a little time to warm up, but then fine!”

“A place to find peace and quiet in a part of Sussex that seems timeless.”

“We had a lovely week in Gun hill cottage.”

“The cottage was delightful, clean and well equipped with a spacious garden that was delightful to sit in after an active day out (if not making use of the pool table in the pool room).”

“A beautiful cottage.”

“Lovely cottage - third time we have booked through you and I recommend you regularly.”

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About the location

HEATHFIELD