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The Cottage in the Garden

Rotherfield, Sussex
Self-catering
+44 (0)1892 852429
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Per night
£190 - £220

Per week
£1330

1 bed

1 bedroom

Sleeps 2

An enchanting hideaway with sensational views in a flowery English semi-wild country garden, near Sissinghurst and Great Dixter

Per night
£190 - £220

Per week
£1330

Visit the owner's site and book direct with them. No fees or fuss from us.

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The Experience

You arrive down a wooded lane reputed to be one of the oldest in England: gates open to the mansion house and garden with swathes of lawn and frothy flower beds; your lovely cottage-on-one-floor is perched high beside your own private terrace with views across the Weald to the South Downs. It really is the dearest space for lovers, with a hugely inviting bed, a wood-burning stove and a round table in the window for meals looking over the garden.

Owner Jackie, who lives in the big house, leaves you a cream tea on arrival day. The kitchen is well stocked with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, spices, teas and fresh coffee, homemade marmalade and jam. Glyndebourne picnics are also one of her specialities – she’ll even send you off with chairs and a picnic table. Stride out to the village, Rotherfield, for pubs, café and village shop.

We think you'll love

Arriving here and having all your needs met (fire lit, supper and wine to order) in such a romantic space
The wonderful views over the garden to the South Downs from the veranda
Having such seclusion and privacy

You should know

Shoes off at the front door please - slippers provided
You must walk a grassy path to the front door once you've parked - bring a torch in winter

Essentials

EV charger
Self check-in
Swimming pool
Hot tub
Garden
Open fire / woodburner
Breakfast included
Breakfast available
Meals available
Vegetarian meals
Oven
Parking on premises
Free parking nearby
Accessible by public transport
WiFi
Television
Central heating
Limited mobility
Wheelchair access
Mobile reception
Hob
Barbecue
Paid parking nearby
Air conditioning
Relaxation areas
Washing machine
Tennis court
Microwave oven
No smoking
Credit cards
Working farm
Owner has pets
Electricity included
Dishwasher
Pets welcome

Family friendly

Baby monitor
Books and toys
Children welcome
Babies welcome
Stair gates
High chair
Fire guard
Cot available

Nearby

Pub/bar within 3 miles
Restaurant within 3 miles
Shop within 3 miles

Activities

Bikes available
Food courses
Kayaking
Other courses
Sailing
Surfing
Wild swimming

Nightly price: from £190
Weekly price: £1330
Damage deposit: £200

1 Cottage for 2: From £1901 bed1 bedroom

Information

Booking information

Check in: 4-7.30pm
Check out: 11am
Other details: Minimum stay: 3 nights. 5 nights in high season. Short stays of 3 nights, £660 from October till.
Closed: Rarely.
No smoking: Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Meals: Welcome arrival cream tea.

Reviews

Jacky and Paul are very welcoming and will do everything they can to make your stay the best experience ever! It's a lovely, romantic cottage with a gorgeous bed and stunning views. It's stylishly decorated and everything is top quality, from the pans and sharp knives to the bed linen and soft towels. There are pretty fresh flowers everywhere. The food sounds amazing too.

Alison Sawday's Inspector

paul, kent Dec 2015

We just back from a very relaxing 3 night break at the cottage. You can relax here so easily, the most we did was keep the log burner going ! We Came home after Christmas floating & calm! Jackie has thought of everything here & presented it very well ! The views are amazing, wether watching rabbits out the window or the horizontal rain comes across the hills ! If you want tranquillity, star gazing, home comforts & fresh air, this place is for you! Thank you Jackie & Paul for making us welcome

Kay Jun 2015

After travelling for 6 and a half weeks the Cottage in the Garden was the perfect place to relax before heading back to Australia. Jackie and Paul made us feel welcome from the first moment, as did the yummy afternoon tea waiting for us in the cosy, but light and airy, Cottage. The Cottage had everything we needed for our stay and the tasteful, quality fittings - especially the fabulous little wood burner - added to our comfort. The Cottage is well located to explore the area with many beautiful NT gardens and homes in easy driving distance. Perfect for either a short break or a longer stay.

Kate May 2014

The photos promised an idyllic hideaway and the reality did not disappoint. What can be better than a birdsong accompaniment to breakfast whilst overlooking the Downs? Set in stunning surroundings, the "Cottage in the Garden" really is the perfect place to unwind. Jackie and Paul could not have been more helpful; the perfect hosts. There is plenty in the surrounding area so we eagerly anticipate a return visit!

Sally Jan 2014

We stayed last January for 3 nights and had a lovely time. We arrived late but got taken up to the cottage and shown everything, we arrived to a dressed table and dinner ready in the oven ( we pre booked this) Such a lovely place and lovely owners, So much so we are due to go back January 2015 :) Such a romantic getaway, so much so my Fiancé proposed to me on the first night

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Location

The neighbourhood

You're in the narrow country lanes of the East Sussex countryside, tucked away in the corner of the owners' extensive and pretty garden, completely separate from the main house. There are NT gardens and houses to visit, Crowborough is 10 minutes by car, shopping in the Pantiles in Tunbridge Wells (15 mins) is fun and the whole area is an antique hunters paradise. Glyndebourne is 20-25 mins.

Local points of interest from Jacqueline Evill

You can rest in utter tranquillity in this beautiful cottage for two which nestles in the heart of the Sussex High Weald AONB, surrounded by wonderful walks and historic villages, close to Ashdown Forest. Glorious birdsong, spring bluebells & wildflowers.
A romantic hideaway in the depths of an enormous and beautiful garden with stunning views. Huge, immensely comfortable bed, made up with exquisite linen. Fresh flowers in all the rooms.Full central heating and, in addition, a woodburner for chilly nights
We greet you on arrival with cream tea. The kitchen is extremely well equipped and provided with extras for guests. You can eat under the covered veranda whilst gazing at the huge views or stargaze at night wrapped in luxurious rugs.
A special Glyndebourne package for the festival is available , which includes a luxury Opera picnic - you can find full details through the property website.
We are surrounded by some of the most exquisite gardens and country houses in England. Sissinghurst, Penshurst, Hever, Chartwell, Batemans, Scotney Castle, Borde Hill, Nymans, Sheffield Park,Pashley Manor, Perch Hill, Ightam Moat, Knole, Firle, & many more
Nature lovers will love to visit the South Downs and Sussex and Kent Coast. Cuckmere Haven, Rye, and a fascinating coast are a short drive away. Bedgebury Pinetum is close as is Bewl Water with sailing and watersports. You can ride on the Ashdown Forest.

Introducing

Jacqueline Evill

Jackie and Paul set about the renovation of this cottage with one aim in mind. They wanted to make it the most welcoming, private, romantic and beautiful sanctuary that they could imagine. They've thought of everything to make your stay very special: rugs for stargazing, jugs of fresh garden flowers, help and advice if you do want to venture out.