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Lodge Cottage - Farm Estate with Private Lake & Reservoir

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Polegate, East Sussex
  • Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park
    10 min drive
  • Eastbourne Beach
    14 min drive
  • Pevensey Bay Beach
    15 min drive
  • London (LGW-Gatwick)
    67 min drive

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About the area

Pevensey

With a stay at this vacation home in Pevensey, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of South Downs National Park and Shinewater Park. .This vacation home is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Priory Lane and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Pevensey Castle.

What's nearby

  • Eastbourne Pier - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Congress Theatre - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Sovereign Harbour - 12 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Eastbourne Beach - 14 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Beachy Head - 16 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Pevensey and Westham Station - 6 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Friday Street Farm - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Horse & Groom - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Treacle Mine - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lodge Cottage - Farm Estate with Private Lake & Reservoir

Situated on a beautiful working farm, there is ample walking and exploring to be done as soon as you step outside the door. Whether you're looking for a quiet week of R&R or an active holiday exploring the gems of Sussex, this is the perfect escape.

Lodge Cottage is newly renovated in 2022. It has a semi-open plan kitchen dining and living room. The living room has a door which leads out to a small wall courtyard which gets the morning sun. The kitchen diner has large sliding doors which open onto a roof terrace leading to a private, fenced garden. There is also a utility which has a washing machine and tumble dryer and a loo and sink. The bedrooms are downstairs, below ground level, in a sunken courtyard. There is a master bedroom (king size bed) with an en-suite, a second king size bedroom, a twin bedroom and a family bathroom that has a shower over a bath.

There is an electric charging point to charge vehicles - you will be charged for all useage. Please enquire if you wish to use it.

I can provide a highchair, travel cot (bedding not provided), bed guard and stair gate. Please let me know in advance if you require any of these items so I can make sure they are put out for your stay.

Please be aware that for ease of access and to make the most of the local area a car is necessary.

You will have access to the whole property as well as the farm to explore and walk on as you please. I really do recommend a stroll through the fields to the lake which is a 15 minute walk and is very pretty and peaceful on a sunny day. There is also a small private reservoir on the farm, which you are welcome to fish in. The farm also has easy access to the Cuckoo Trail, a 14 mile surfaced path through the Sussex countryside which mostly traffic free and is a safe route for walkers and cyclists of all ages. I will on arrival provide a map of the farm and fields with key walking routes drawn on. Don't forget your wellies during the wetter months!

PLACES OF INTEREST:

EASTBOURNE: 15 minute drive. Eastbourne is famously known as the sunshine coast and having some of the best weather in England. The resort’s must-sees include the rolling South Downs which gently slope down from the national beauty spot Beachy Head to the almost 2 mile long Promenade. Eastbourne hosts the AEGON International Tennis Championship, a tournament which attracts many of the world's top tennis players; Airbourne, Eastbourne's annual free airshow and the biggest seafront airshow in the world as well as West End shows and ballets.

BRIGHTON: 30 minutes by train from Polegate or a 45 minute drive. Considered to be one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Europe, Brighton offers something for every walk of life. Visit the Royal Pavilion, the Brighton Sealife Centre, explore the seaside fun of Brighton Pier, the Brighton Wheel and the famous pebble beach.

LEWES: 30 minute drive or 15 minutes by train from Polegate. Browse the antique shops of the Cliffe, visit the Farmers market on the first Saturday every month pick up some delicious local fare. Pop into Bills for a cuppa or a bite to eat. Have a pint of Harveys, the local brew, and take in some music in one of the many friendly pubs in the area.

THINGS TO DO

GLYNDEBOURNE - 25 minute drive. One of the finest and most celebrated opera houses in the world it delivers performances to some 150,000 people across a summer Festival and the autumn Tour. If you are lucky enough to have tickets then The Coach House offers a perfect place to stay for the occasion.

CHARLESTON TRUST: 20 minute drive. Charleston is a seventeenth century Sussex farmhouse that was the country retreat for the Bloomsbury group. It opens every year between April and November to around 35,000 visitors and runs a public programme of workshops, talks, walks and events as well as two literary Festivals, one in May and a short story festival in September.

PEVENSEY CASTLE: 10 minute drive. With a history stretching back over 16 centuries, it was the landing place of William the Conqueror's army in 1066. Explore the dark dungeons and look out for the ghost of “the Pale Lady of Pevensey”.

HERSTMONCEUX CASTLE GARDENS AND GROUNDS: 20 minute drive. Herstmonceux is renowned for its magnificent moated castle, set amid beautiful parkland and superb Elizabethan gardens. Built originally as a country home in the mid-15th century, Herstmonceux Castle embodies the history of Medieval England and the romance of Renaissance Europe.

WALKING: There are romantic rambles, beachside walks and pub trails for you to enjoy in Sussex. Walk the Birling Gap cliffs and enjoy views across the South Downs and out to sea, and see the stunning Seven Sisters as well as a lighthouse. For more serious walkers there is the 1066 Country Walk. This 50 kilometre (31 mile) walk runs from Rye to Pevensey, exploring sites linked to the Battle of Hastings. It passes through rolling countryside beside oast houses, windmills and parts of the South Downs. An abundance of diverse and picturesque walks can be found online by searching 'Self-guided East Sussex walks'

ROYAL EASTBOURNE GOLF CLUB - 20 minute drive. Nestling under the South Downs, The Royal Eastbourne Golf Club offers all golfers from the beginner to the low handicapper, a truly great golfing experience. Set within 130 acres of chalk downland with panoramic views in every direction.

FAMILY FUN

SHARNFOLD FARM: 2 minute drive. Pick your own fruit and vegetables, Farm Shop selling local produce and coffee shop. Lots for children, with a Farm Trail, play area and school holiday events.

DRUSILLAS PARK: Enjoy a great family day out at one of the top tourist attractions in East Sussex. Drusillas is widely regarded as the best small zoo in the country. Masses of climbing, sliding, jumping and swinging fun, interactive maze, state-of-the-art soft play complex, Thomas the Tank Engine train rides, Hello Kitty secret garden and much more.

KNOCKHATCH ADVENTURE PARK: 10 minute drive away. a fantastic choice for families with a Falconry Centre, a large indoor play centre, several outdoor adventure playgrounds, petting farm and more.

THE CUCKOO TRAIL: Accessible from the farm. This 14 mile picturesque surfaced path is a great for walkers and cyclists of all ages and follows the former ‘Cuckoo Line’ railway track and stretches from Heathfield to Eastbourne Park.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property manager

Josephine Wadman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Lodge Cottage - Farm Estate with Private Lake & Reservoir Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jackie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Lodge Cottage
Lodge Cottage is fabulous and ticks all the boxes for a lovely break away. Accommodation is spotless and has everything you need. Looking forward to coming back in the summer months to enjoy the pretty outside areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay in beautiful cottage
The cottage was very well appointed with a modern kitchen and lovely bathrooms. Very clean and stylish. Beautiful garden and the firepit was great for barbecuing. The host was very welcoming and on hand for any issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

joe1041

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding
We had the most incredible time at the cottage. Everything is super clean and organized. The place is well equipped with whatever you might need. The check in instructions were very clear. Theres even a map with a number of hiking options which was great. I cannot say enough great things about this place. It truly felt like home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding holiday let!
Myself and 4 friends have just returned from an amazing weekend at The Lodge and it is impossible to find fault with this place or our host Josephine. The Lodge is immaculately clean and Josephine has clearly thought about the visitor experience, as attention to every detail has been given in order to ensure you have a flawless and comfortable stay. On arrival we had a lovely walk though the Farm Estate to the lake and beyond and was pleasantly greeted by the horses on the way back. It is set in a picturesque location with fabulous views and ideal for country walks, pub dinners and chilling in the evening. Whilst it feels rural and you do need a car, it is actually not that far from local shops and Eastbourne itself as well as other nearby attractions. I truly cannot recommend it enough and we will definitely be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S., Sydney, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage, great location
Very much enjoyed the comfort,cleanliness, location and lovely styling of the house. Hosts were very warm and helpful overall a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family wedding
Absolutely lovely place to stay,wish we'd had more time there to enjoy all the facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not disappointed
Excellent accommodation. Spotlessly clean and very well appointed. Worked well for 4 adults and 2 teenagers.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lodge Cottage review.
Couldn’t fault the property, 5star, location ideal for not being in a busy seaside location but within 15/20 mins drive by car. Lovely rural setting and quiet. Lots to see & do & within easy reach of shops & major supermarkets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keidrych D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short break
Unique well appointed property in lovely rural location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in a handy location
Lovely property, spotlessly clean and with everything you’d need provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous
Amazing stay, photos do not do the property justice. Excellent communication with the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Found a place perfect for us
We a tay in the area every year to visit family. This was a perfect location for us and the layout of the house was perfect. 3 adults one teenager and one 8 year old felt at home and had plenty of space to do our own thing. Well equipped and fresh we are hoping to stay again ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

T S., United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional!
This was one of the best holiday accommodations we have ever stayed at! Our only regret is that we couldn't have stayed longer! The whole accommodation is spotless, shiny new, modern and stylish, beautifully appointed and spacious and the grounds are beautiful and very well-kept. Everything has been thought of - there was nothing missing and more than we could have hoped for! The Lodge is a credit to the owners and we would return at the drop of a hat! We sadly didn't have time to explore the grounds, but hope to one day! Grandaughter Genie also loved the toys and books! Thank you! If we had to find a fault (and it's hard!) all we could say is that the metal edges on first step (leading up to kitchen from living room) are a tad sharp and could do with a rounded edge (if your concern is a not-quite walking 1-year-old) and the lights coming on outside next to master bedroom in the night (we couldn't work out how to turn outside lights off, but also thing our daughter/s-i-l may have been flicking the wrong switch when going to the bathroom as there's one outside light switch next to the bathroom). The bathroom ventilators are also rather loud in the bedroom... however, none of this detracted from what a super place this is and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend to all!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday experience
Lovely cottage for relaxing holidays. Enjoyed the time with the family.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silke W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genießen können!
Perfekt!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023