Nestled in the owner’s 2-acre grounds, this spacious detached property offers a peaceful retreat with fibre broadband and countryside views from its refurbished balcony. Enjoy country walks directly from the property or take a short drive to fine pubs, beaches, and historic attractions like Battle Abbey.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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About this property
Character Beamed Country Retreat with self check in/out in historic 1066 country
With self check in and check out and situated in the owners’ stunning 2 acre grounds which includes an orchard that guests can enjoy on their own, this attractive beamed, spacious detached character property is perfect for a relaxing break. The property is accessed via its own external oak open tread stairs. We have fibre broadband with the Little Brook WiFi router connected directly to it. It is wonderfully finished with a recently refurbished balcony off the living area affording countryside views and conveniently set back from the A28. There are many country walks directly from the property, several fine pubs are within a 5 - 15 minute drive and beaches are around a 20 minute drive away. Around 20 minutes 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. 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 just 8 miles away with its cobbled streets. Picturesque sand dunes and interesting wildlife can be explored at Camber Sands around 30 minutes away.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
In a rural location
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Rye, this cottage is in a rural area. Great Dixter House and Gardens and Bodiam Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Carr Taylor Vineyard and Oxney Organic Estate. Alexandra Park and Phoenix Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Waterskiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby. Visit our Rye travel guide
Is Character Beamed Country Retreat with self check in/out in historic 1066 country pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Character Beamed Country Retreat with self check in/out in historic 1066 country?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Character Beamed Country Retreat with self check in/out in historic 1066 country?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Character Beamed Country Retreat with self check in/out in historic 1066 country?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Character Beamed Country Retreat with self check in/out in historic 1066 country located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Great Dixter House and Gardens and within 6 miles (10 km) of Carr Taylor Vineyard and Oxney Organic Estate. Bodiam Castle and High Weald are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Character Beamed Country Retreat with self check in/out in historic 1066 country Reviews
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Exceptional
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A good base to explore East Sussex. A very spacious sitting room / bedroom with a separate kitchen & shower room. We enjoyed visiting Rye, Tenterden & Bodiam Castle.
Property absolutely fantastic. Bed just amazing. Comfortable sofas. Loved everything about the place. Great to seat outside on the balcony. Host just fabulous x❤️🌹
Pleasant place to stay, roomy for 2 people. Kitchen not particularly well equipped for guests like us who cook in.Road traffic noise somewhat intrusive but we live in a very quiet place.Friendly owners.Locked gate entrance a bit of a pain but not a deal breaker.Excellent location for visiting gardens.
The property was very clean and tidy. Everything was excellent about the property. Looked out of the French doors on Christmas Eve and the field it looks out on had a herd of reindeer’s running around in it , how festive. Will book this property again, Many Thanks , Wendy& Peter
My wife and I had an amazing time.
We went exploring every day but it was so nice to come back to 'Little Brook' for us it was home from home, thank you for a lovely stay. Dino∋cki
This is a lovely place to stay in a beautiful area. All that it looks to be on the website it is. The only thing worth foregrounding (though the website is actually clear about this) is that the property is located in the middle of the owners' property, opposite their house, so if you want complete rural isolation, you're not going to get that. But the owners are friendly and very much keep to themselves if you don't want to chat. This is typical of the consideration they show in the upkeep of such a nice place to stay--which in all other respects is quiet with a lovely spacious garden to sit in and relax on your own and undisturbed--so in that resepct you absolutely do feel you are in the heart of the countryside.
Little Brook is the perfect place if you are after a peaceful few days away from the hustle and bustle of life. We did not meet the owners as they were away but the dog/house sitter, Brian was extremely helpful and welcoming, the 3 dogs were so friendly and funny. The cottage was fully equipped with everything you would need and very clean. It is decorated lovely with extra thick curtains and blinds and the bed was extremely comfortable . The gardens and orchard were lovely to walk around and take in all the lovely plants. It was so nice to sit out on the balcony in the evening and listen to the different birds and watch the sheep in the adjacent field. There is so much to do and see and in our 3 days we had here, we explored Rye, Dungeness, Hastings and Battle as well as a couple of the many farm shops near by. We would love to visit again and would definitely recommend it, thank you.
This place is very cute and cozy, in a very lovely location with parking on site. There's a kitchen if you want to cook for yourself, and it's a nice space to just hang out. My husband and I particularly enjoyed sitting outside and stargazing as we don't normally get those in London!
The only things we didn't like was that there were spiders everywhere (thankfully my husband is willing to get rid of them) and also it would benefit from being a bit better stocked. They provided dish soap, but no handsoap in the bathroom and no rubbish bags. It also said tea and coffe was provided, but the instant coffee we found was very old.
Overall enjoyed, but if i had been by myself with all those spiders it would have been a bigger problem for me.
We spent a very comfortable and cosy getaway at Little Brook. The property is ideally located for visiting Rye, Hastings, Winchelsea and as keen gardeners, Great Dixter House & Gardens.
Vijay P.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rosie T.
19 Sept 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Comfortable bed. Very friendly dogs. Perfect location for our plans. We didn't meet the owners as they were away, but their house sitter was very pleasant.
Lovely place to stay, very beautiful and peaceful. Idyllic countryside, even heard an owl at night. Didn't meet the owners or see the dogs so can't comment on that aspect.Bed was massive and comfy.The place had everything you could need for a comfortable break.We did download the 'what 3 words app' which found the words but then directed us to Waze or Google maps, but despite having phones open on each app we had difficulty finding the location as it was 4.30pm and getting dark. We obviously found it and got in after a few hiccups. The place was quite chilly when we arrived so we turned the heaters on which worked a treat.