Guests say
Holly Cottage receives glowing feedback for its spacious, well-equipped interiors, beautiful countryside views, and peaceful setting. Guests consistently praise the comfort, cleanliness, and suitability for families and groups. The proximity to local pubs, beaches, and attractions is highly valued. Thoughtful touches from the hosts, such as welcome gifts, are appreciated, though not guaranteed. Minor issues mentioned include occasional maintenance needs, road noise, and some bathroom and kitchen details, but these do not detract from the overwhelmingly positive experience.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as clean, tidy, and well-kept. Only one mention of minor staining on a travel cot and some worn frying pans, but overall, guests are very satisfied with the cleanliness.
The location is frequently praised for its peaceful village setting, proximity to beaches, countryside, and local pubs. Some mention of narrow country lanes and occasional road noise, but these are minor compared to the positive feedback.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as comfortable, with spacious rooms, good beds, and a homely atmosphere. The property is suitable for families and groups, with only minor comments about door noise and hot water supply.
The cottage is described as very well equipped, with a large kitchen, ample seating, and good garden space. Some minor maintenance issues are noted, such as decking repairs, worn frying pans, and bathroom details, but these are outweighed by the positive comments.
Several guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome gifts (bubbly, chocolates, soaps), but it should be noted these are not guaranteed. Communication from the host is also praised, though one guest found agency messages unclear.
About this property
This spacious cottage sits in a peaceful area, enjoying beautiful views of the countryside within a pretty village..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Smart TV, DVD Player, CD Player, French Doors To Decking
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, French Doors Leading To Balcony
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Sofa Bed (Single)
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating (underfloor on ground floor), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Garden with garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. Peacefully situated and enjoying splendid views over local farmland, this spacious detached house is set back from the quiet village road. It has been skilfully refurbished to a good standard, and makes an ideal holiday destination for two families or one extended family. Pett is a charming village, with a butchers’ / shop (open Monday to Saturday), a tea room directly opposite Holly Cottage, and two pubs serving a variety of local and guest ales as well as excellent food.
The unspoilt shingle beach, about a mile away, is good for rock pooling and fossil hunting. It is also a haven for birds and there is a public hide at Pannel Valley Nature Reserve near Pett Level. The sandy beach and dunes at Camber are a short drive away. Also nearby are the picturesque village of Winchelsea and the medieval town of Rye with its many antique shops, tea rooms, historic inns, fine restaurants, and 12th-century tower. Here there is also a museum housing a number of relics from Rye’s past and a lovely art gallery that houses temporary exhibitions by local artists as well as a small permanent collection of works by artists associated with Rye.
This a popular holiday place all year round with plenty of sites to visit locally, including Battle with its abbey ruins, Hastings with its 1066 links and smugglers’ caves, and Tenterden with its steam railway. There are also many National Trust houses and beautiful gardens within easy reach, including Bodiam Castle, Smallhythe Place and Batemans. Ashford, 30 miles away, offers day trips to France by Eurostar. Alternatively there is a ferry crossing at Dover. There are many scenic walks in the area, both coastal and inland, and it is common to see ramblers in the village, mostly heading for the popular pub! Also locally, there is golf, riding, cycling, sea and freshwater fishing. Post office/shop opposite.
Free WiFi
There are low banisters at the property.
Nearby points of interest
- Amberley Castle
- Battle Abbey & Battlefield
- Camber Sands Beach
Reviews (29)
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Mustafa Alsaeid
A brilliant visit with a group of friends. We wish we stayed longer. Cottage was very cosy and accommodating. We appreciated the cleanliness and the facilitates available which made for a comfortable stay. Location is perfect allowing us to visit multiple tourist locations over the weekend. Highly recommend to others.
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Kirsty Bone
Great cottage, clean and good communication from owner. Lovely setting.
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Confirmed Guest
Really lovely cottage in a great location for Rye, Hastings, Winchelsea. Well equipped and warm. Excellent pub just a few yards from the pub plus another pub in the village a 15 minute walk away.No negative feedback apart from the frying pans are really at the end of their life and there is no clock in the property which some of us found a bit odd.