About this property
Crowborough 3.4 miles. Perched in the peaceful village of Castle Hill near Crowborough, East Sussex discover this beautifully-designed six-bedroom dwelling, Castle Hill Cottage. Boasting bespoke interior and décor throughout, a sauna room, separate annexe and outdoor heated swimming pool, Castle Hill Cottage welcomes a total of fourteen guests, ideal for couples, families or groups of friends seeking to explore the delights of East Sussex. After parking up, cross the threshold into the main house to be impressed by the spacious and contemporary open-plan living space, adorned with a well-equipped kitchen, dining area and two elegant sitting areas, each with their own woodburning stove where you and your loved ones can curl up on cooler evenings. Allow the designated chef to prepare a delicious home-cooked meal prior to stepping out into the enclosed garden, ready to devour an alfresco feast whilst soaking in the tranquil countryside views and popping corks until sundown. Take advantage of a fabulous outdoor heated swimming pool, hot tub and sauna in the separate annexe to truly indulge in some much-needed R&R before washing away the day in a sleek, Scandinavian-style bathroom, perfect for a long soak or warm shower. When sleep calls, five stunning bedrooms await, as well as an additional super-king-size bedroom in the separate studio, all benefitting from plenty of storage space and some with their own handy en-suites. If you can tear yourself away, begin your itinerary at Crowborough Country Park, 16-acres of uninterrupted countryside where you can explore the area on foot and admire a variety of flora and fauna. Travelling towards the popular town of Tunbridge Wells, enjoy Eridge Rocks Nature Reserve, High Rocks National Monument, Spa Valley Railway and Dunorlan Park, in addition to a plethora of shops, pubs, restaurants and cafes where you can stock up on the self-catering essentials or treat your family to a hearty lunch on the days you don’t feel like cooking! Well-positioned to explore the remaining areas of the High Weald AONB, with a peppering of scenic walking trails, Ashdown Forest, the National Trust site of Scotney Castle and Sissinghurst Castle Garden just on the outskirts, there is something for everyone to enjoy. For your next escape to East Sussex, book a stay at Castle Hill Cottage.
Crowborough is a well-known market town in East Sussex and is home to a number of writers, actors, and artists who have drawn inspiration from the area's beauty. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who wrote the Sherlock Holmes mysteries and spent the last 23 years of his life in the town, and whose statue can be found at Crowborough Cross, are among those who have done so. Visitors will also notice references to the books in the town's street names, such Watson Way and Sherlock Shaw, as well as the Cafe Baskerville on Broadway. The town has a decent selection of stores and restaurants, and a monthly farmers' market sells fresh local food. Crowborough also hosts a number of traditional English fairs and fetes throughout the year. Ancient Ashdown Forest, located in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is next to this market town's boundary. The forestland, which was once a Norman hunting area, has a long history and was utilised by the monarchy and nobles up until the Tudor era, including Henry viii, who held a hunting lodge at Bolebroke Castle, and Anne Boleyn, who kept a castle close by called Hever. The presently calm open heathland, which spans more than 9 square miles, is one of the largest public access sites in South East England. A. A. Milne, who lived on its northern edge and frequently took his son, Christopher Robin, for walks in the forest, has stated that Ashdown Forest served as the inspiration for the Hundred Acre Wood in his Winnie the Pooh books. This region is abundant in wildlife that is protected by the federal government and has streams, ponds, woodlands, and common land for grazing. This region of Sussex will enchant people who love the outdoors and may be explored year-round due to its constantly changing landscape.
Accommodation
This property is suitable for up to x10 adults and x4 children.
Main House.
Single-storey.
Five bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 2 x super-king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x family room with twin and mezzanine single above, 1 x bunk with trundle.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, double basin and WC.
Cloakroom.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and two sitting areas, both with woodburning stoves.
Utility.
The Studio.
Single-storey.
Studio-style layout with a super-king-size bed and sitting area.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Sauna room
Air-sourced heating and air conditioning.
Electric range cooker with oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
Smart TV, Sonos speaker, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 5 cars, EV charging available.
Enclosed rear patio with furniture, swimming pool, hot tub and outdoor kitchen with gas barbecue and pizza oven.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 1.4 miles, lake 0.1 miles.
Please note: This property does not allow Stag / Hen do's or similar.
Note: The property is next to a lake, although fenced, please ensure children are supervised.
Note: The studio is accessed down a flight of stairs which may not be suitable for guests with lower mobility.
Please note: In the months of July and August, this property only accepts minimum bookings of 5 nights.
Please note: There is to be no music outside as this is a quiet neighbourhood, and guests are to be asked to go inside the property after 10 pm.
Please note: The pool is not available from 1st October - 30th April.