Guests say
Lakeview Lodge receives glowing praise from guests for its immaculate cleanliness, stunning countryside views, and peaceful location. The property is beautifully decorated, exceptionally well-equipped, and offers a cosy, comfortable stay for families and couples alike. The host, Beckie, is frequently described as attentive, welcoming, and proactive, ensuring guests feel at home. Many reviews mention thoughtful touches and attention to detail, making stays memorable. Guests consistently express a desire to return, highlighting the lodge as an ideal spot for a relaxing getaway. Negatives are virtually absent, with only positive experiences shared.
Cleanliness is repeatedly highlighted, with guests describing the lodge as spotless, immaculate, and beautifully maintained. Several reviews mention a pleasant fragrance on arrival and high standards of hygiene throughout the property.
The location is widely praised for its tranquillity, beautiful countryside views, and proximity to scenic walks and local attractions. Guests appreciate the peaceful setting and easy access to nearby towns and amenities.
Guests consistently describe the lodge as cosy, warm, and exceptionally comfortable, with particular mention of high-quality beds, linen, and furnishings. The property is noted as spacious enough for families and ideal for relaxation.
Facilities are described as outstanding, with the lodge being very well-equipped for self-catering, including a dishwasher, fire pit, and thoughtful extras. Maintenance and attention to detail are frequently commended.
The host's thoughtfulness is a recurring theme, with guests mentioning welcome baskets, treats for children and pets, and personalised recommendations. While many guests received gifts and special touches, please note these are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Perfect for all of the family to enjoy a relaxing break in the countryside and to explore the local area.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Sofa Bed (Kingsize)
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Gas Cooker, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 3 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
LPG central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Grounds with sitting out area and firepit with BBQ griddle. Bike store. 1 small dog welcome. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are steps in the grounds.. Lakeview Lodge is the perfect location for a couple or a family offering uninterrupted views across the countryside and the nearby lake. With everything you could need the pod provides a romantic getaway or a base for exploring everything the area has to offer. Lovingly furnished incorporating the local area, the owners want this to be ‘The place where memories are made’. Automatic lighting leads you down from the parking space to the pod. With an outdoor seating area around a fire pit with griddle over for barbecues. As you walk through the door the open-plan design floods the interior with light. A comfortable living area boasts an l-shaped sofa bed which lifts up and out to create a second occasional kingsize bed, overlooking the Smart TV for a cosy evening in. A round dining table provides a dining area for the family and the open-plan kitchen provides everything you need for your stay. The open plan living area has a kingsize bed in the bedroom with an additional separate bedroom offering three single beds for the children, to which the door can be closed for privacy. The owners have also thoughtfully provided hairdryers for added convenience.
Looking over the 1066 countryside Hillcroft Farm pods are located just off a main footpath/bridleway leading down into Coombe Valley Nature Reserve perfect for ramblers or cyclists with its cycle path.
Hillcroft Farm itself is a working arable farm with over 1000 acres of different crops which can be seen for miles. Looking south of the pods you can see the large lake in the distance whilst watching the sunrise and listening to the local wildlife. With little light pollution you can spend the evening sitting outside around the fire pit drinking hot chocolate, toasting marshmallows and looking up at the stars. Crowhurst boasts a mainline railway station leading straight into London along with a local pub within walking distance. There is an abundance of public footpaths throughout the village great for walking and cycling. Slightly further afield the historic town of Battle only a ten minute drive away offers an abundance of local independent shops, cafés, bars and restaurants along with the home of The Battle of Hastings itself at English Heritage’s Battle Abbey. Fancy a trip to the coast then Hastings and St Leonard’s are only a short drive away boasting fun for all of the family including the beach, the pier, amusements, crazy golf (the home of the world crazy gold championships!), aquarium, funicular railways, smugglers caves and no trip to the seaside would be complete without the traditional ice cream parlours and fish and chip shops. Further afield East Sussex boasts an abundance of walks, gardens and castles including Bewl Water, Bedgbury Pinetum, Scotney Castle, Bodiam Castle and Batemans the home of Rudyard Kipling to name just a few. Supermarket 7 minutes’ drive.
Lakeview Lodge (ref UK40692) can be booked together with Hayfield Haven (ref UK40691) to accommodate up to 7 guests.
Free WiFi
Small to Medium sized dogs only allowed.
There are steps to the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (39)
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Jonathan Sheppard
The care and attention to detail make this a special place to stay. With scorching hot weather we didn't even use the firepit, fully supplied for, but enjoyed the relaxing outdoor space. Also well located for local attractions. A lovely visit
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Ian Alexander
The pod was perfect. The location amazing, countryside with an outstanding view.Beckie (the host) couldn't have done more for us.Highly recommended, will be back.
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Peter Lyon
This really is a find, and we will definitely be back. The view from the pod is beautiful, and Beckie has thought of everything in terms of kitting the place out. The pod was exceptionally comfortable and immaculately presented and clean. There is a pub 10 minutes was away through some woods, which is lovely and Battle is close by too, which is a really nice place to visit. There are loads of walks nearby, one which is a loop of the lake you will see from the pod, so our dog was happy too!Thanks Beckie, we hope to be staying again soon.