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Quirky, listed building with log burners close to the historical town of Battle

Quirky, listed building with log burners close to the historical town of Battle

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Little Turret entrance
Drive for up to 3 cars
Decked area with table seating for 4
The dome interior
Kitchen

Overview of Quirky, listed building with log burners close to the historical town of Battle

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

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St. Leonards-on-Sea, ENG
  • Popular LocationSt Leonard, Hollington -Church-in-the-Wood3 min drive
  • Popular LocationHastings Pier7 min drive
  • Popular LocationWhite Rock Theatre7 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LGW-Gatwick)87 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Quirky, listed building with log burners close to the historical town of Battle

Little Turret is part of the old farm buildings of the Beauport Home Farm built in 1838 and in its time housed the farm workers. Situated above the now converted old forge and cowshed and amongst a few more modern homes, Little Turret is full of character. It has recently been renovated to provide all the modern appliances whilst keeping original features to reflect the age of the property. Tastefully decorated with a mixture of Farrow and Ball colours and William Morris wallpaper you won't be disappointed. Access is up the stone spiral staircase in the turret with its interesting ceiling, which leads to the lounge with a log burner, TV, Netflix, Disney+, DVD player, choice of DVDs and 2 sofas. The property has an ample dining room with vintage furnishings and a further woodburner ideal for cozy Autumn and Winter meals. Off the dining room is a small but quirky cloakroom. The fully equipped galley kitchen has a dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, oven, hob, microwave and fridge. The double bedroom is off the lounge with quality, luxury bedding. Please ask if you require an extra bed for a young person . We can provide a foldaway bed and bedding.

Upstairs you will find the bedroom with exposed brick work, a king size Rococo bed with quality bedding, stripped floorboards and far reaching views from the unusual round window over Hastings towards the sea. The spacious bathroom has a roll top bath with a hand shower attachment. Cotton towels and individual wrapped soaps provided for that touch of luxury.

Little Turret has its own driveway for at least 2 cars and a pretty decking area with table and seating for 4 to enable you to enjoy a morning coffee or afternoon tea.

Little Turret is ideally located in the heart of the famous 1066 Country a short drive from Hastings seafront, the historic town of Battle with its Abbey, the beautiful town of Rye. It's just a 10 minute drive into St. Leonards where you are spoilt for choice for antique shops, cafes and galleries. St. Leonards even has its own independent cinema with restaurant and art gallery. There is a luxury 30 seater cinema at the modern and very popular Sussex Exchange Restaurant. Hastings Old Town is a short drive away with many events held during the year. Hastings is known for its Pirate Day and is a must if you are in the area. It also hosts an annual Seafood and Wine Festival in September and Hastings Day Bonfire and Firework Display in October. In November nearby Battle hosts a Bonfire Night Procession and amazing firework display from Battle Abbey.

Hastings has a stunning contemporary designed pier after the original was destroyed by fire several years ago. Now open for the public to enjoy views of the town from out to sea.

Hastings Old Town also has a mixture of antique shops and cafes alongside amusements, crazy golf and everything you'd expect from a seaside holiday. The picturesque narrow streets and fishing huts set between the 2 cliffs are worth a visit.

A little further out you can find plenty of walks, cycle routes and areas of outstanding natural beauty. For those interested in history you can visit Battle Abbey famously founded by William the Conqueror, Bodiam Castle complete with moat and turrets and Herstmonceux Castle to name but a few historical attractions.

With so many attractions and events you will barely have time to enjoy the home comforts of the cottage.

Property manager

Jane Pecorini

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only
Under 8 not recommended. Please contact owner

Events

No events allowed
Pre-wedding parties may assemble at the property

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You may smoke at the outside areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: Pre-wedding parties may assemble at the property
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St Leonards-On-Sea

Located in St Leonards-On-Sea, this cottage is on the beach. The America Ground and Battle Abbey and Battlefield are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include BattleZone Live and Clambers. West Hill Lift and Adventure Golf Hastings are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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St. Leonards-on-Sea, ENG

What's nearby

  • St Leonard, Hollington -Church-in-the-Wood - 3 min drive
  • Carr Taylor Vineyard - 7 min drive
  • Hastings Pier - 7 min drive
  • White Rock Theatre - 7 min drive
  • Hastings Castle - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Battle Station - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 10 min walk
  • Harrow Inn - 13 min walk
  • Silverhill Service Station - 4 min drive
  • The Sussex Exchange - 18 min walk
  • The 1066 - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quirky, listed building with log burners close to the historical town of Battle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quirky, listed building with log burners close to the historical town of Battle?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quirky, listed building with log burners close to the historical town of Battle?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quirky, listed building with log burners close to the historical town of Battle located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of High Weald and St Leonard, Hollington -Church-in-the-Wood. Old Roar Gill and Blackhorse Quarry are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky but comfortable
Well-equipped & very comfortable (except for the sofas, which were not). Beautifully decorated, but downstairs was dark, even on bright days. Palatial bathroom, but struggled bathing without a stand-in shower. Sea view not visible except from garden. Location brilliant, 5 mins from seafront, & very peaceful. Overall, a lovely place, & owner Jane was lovely too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Danny K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Great place a bit far from anywhere
Loved it once we found out the transport situation first class property everything you could want
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb weekend
Excellent property and felt very welcome. Perfect place to chill as in very quiet surroundings. Would definitely stay her again

10/10 Excellent

Valerie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Character property
Spent a lovely weekend with my family at this beautiful property. So full of character and beautifully decorated if you like old then this is the place for you. It is well equipped and spotlessly clean with the added bonus of a welcome basket from the owner. (Milk bread butter etc). Good location for Hastings only a five minute drive away. The only disappointment for us was that it is surrounded by modern houses.

8/10 Good

Lynne C.

Life as in times gone by
Attractively decorated. Needed airing for 24 hours as a heavy and unpleasant smell left us with sinus, catarrh and headaches. The hospitality basket was inviting and attractive. The winding turret stairs left this 77 year old with the knowledge that bungalows and flats, though lacking the atmosphere of quirky is more sensible. Thank you for a nice venue to relax in.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

About the host

Hosted by Jane Pecorini

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Jon and I inherited the property from my late father. It its situated above our home and we spent 2 years lovingly renovating it while being careful to retain its character.
Jon is a graphic designer but turned his hand to all the trades during the project. I work part time in a local boutique but am on hand for our guests. We both wanted to create an environment where our guests will feel comfortable whilst also appreciating the design and styling of the house. We have a busy life with a large family and enjoy Little Turret ourselves when its not booked as it has features we are unable to have in our home downstairs.

Why they chose this property

The property has been above our home for 20 years and as it was previously owned by my father it seemed obvious to renovate it and bring it to life. He was a hospitable and generous man who loved nice things around him. We feel our Little Turret has enabled us to respect him, reflect his personality and we have been able to incorporate some of his belongings in the house.

What makes this property unique

The entrance is interesting and houses a stone spiral staircase and decorations in the dome will intrigue you. We also invite you to prepare for a wedding day and welcome additional members of your bridal party(hairdresser, photographer etc) to get ready within an enchanting building with its own stone spiral staircase. We have facilities for storing your wedding drinks, table dressings etc for the big day. We could also provide additional full length mirrors if requested.

Languages:

English
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