Guests say
Apple Cottage is a charming, cosy retreat ideal for couples and dog owners, set in peaceful countryside near Battle. Guests consistently praise the warm hospitality of the owners, the beautiful rural setting, and the convenience of local walks and a nearby pub. The cottage is well-equipped and comfortable, with lovely views and access to fields for dogs. While the mezzanine bedroom's low ceiling and steep stairs may not suit everyone, and minor maintenance issues are occasionally noted, the overall experience is highly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Most guests found the cottage clean and comfortable, with only a few mentioning minor issues such as cobwebs or the need for more attention to kitchen utensils. The overall impression is of a well-kept property.
The location is frequently praised for its peaceful countryside setting, proximity to Battle, Hastings, and Rye, and easy access to local walks and a dog-friendly pub. The setting is a highlight for most guests.
Guests describe the cottage as cosy and comfortable, with a firm bed and restful atmosphere. Some mention the low ceiling and steep stairs to the mezzanine bedroom as a challenge, particularly for those with mobility issues.
The cottage is generally well-equipped, with a good kitchen, secure parking, and dog-friendly fields. A few guests noted minor maintenance issues such as a wobbly toilet seat or the need for more kitchen utensils, but these did not detract significantly from their stay.
Guests frequently mention the warm welcome from the owners and thoughtful touches such as homemade cake or flapjacks on arrival. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Pretty cottage, ideal romantic retreat for couples, take the 1066 walk from the doorstep, beaches at Camber nearby..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: TV, Freesat, Electric Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom: Galleried, Zip And Link Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request).
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack and doggy extras. External building with washing machine (shared with other property on-site). Garden (shared with other property on-site). Enclosed sitting-out area with garden furniture. Barbecue. 14-acre fields and farmland (shared with other property on-site). 2 dogs welcome, to be kept on a lead in farmland. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced ornamental pond, 3 yards away.. These two pretty, beamed, semi-detached holiday cottages, (refs 27442 and 27443) with mezzanine floor, have been attractively converted from former cow byres and are set in the owners’ 14-acre small holding which is home to farm animals including sheep and pigs. On-site is a small children’s play area. A 10-minute walk across the fields brings you into Sedlescombe with its village green and traditional country pub. In close proximity to Battle, with its famous battlefield and abbey, built to commemorate the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Relive one of the most famous days in history, and join the 1066 walk from the doorstep. Take a trip on the Kent and East Sussex Steam Railway from Tenterden, also known as ’The Jewel of the Weald’, through the Rother Levels to Bodiam, one of the most evocative moated castles (National Trust), built in 1385. Discover the one time coastal smuggling town of Hastings and medieval Cinque Port town of Rye with its cobbled streets. Picturesque sand dunes and interesting wildlife can be explored at Camber. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Properties 27442 and 27443 can be booked to together to accommodate up to 4 guests.
Free WiFi
This property is situated on a working farm therefore pets must be kept on a lead and children must be supervised at all times.
One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking).
There is open water in the property grounds.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Amberley Castle
Reviews (38)
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Lee Golding
Perfect little cottage for a weekend getaway. We throughly enjoyed our stay, the cottage had everything we need the dogs loved the fields to run around in and the pub being only a 10 minute walk across the fields was a bonus. Would highly recommend 👍
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Julia N
We had a wonderful 3 nights at Apple cottage. It provided everything we needed. The fact you could walk across the field to a fabulous pub (Queens Head) was a real bonus (we ended up going twice !). Lovely welcome from Andrew and Penny. The only thing we would warn people is that the bed on the mezzanine is accessed by some steep stairs - so just be aware of that - no good if you have mobility issues.
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Ray Cox
Andrew & Penny we're very welcoming had a really nice stay so much we've already booked again for August