About this property
A quite superb Victorian Holiday Cottage in Seaford — great for the beach, great for Cuckmere Haven!
Croft Cottage is a beautiful Victorian terraced cottage right in the heart of Seaford. The cottage is in a great location along a peaceful street yet is only 100 yards from the main shops and restaurants of this small seaside town. The beach and the two mile promenade is just a three minute walk away and gives fine views east to Seaford Head.
The cottage has been fully refurbished and the standard of the presentation is exceptional. It benefits from separate lounge and dining rooms, and a private town patio garden to the rear. Upstairs the main bedroom is fitted with a king sized bed while the second bedroom has three foot bunk beds with full sprung mattresses. The family bathroom also on the first floor has been fully refitted with a large shower bath and is also fitted with a beautiful handmade mirror and artwork that shows the thought and effort that has gone into the cottage.
Seaford and beyond
Seaford is a small seaside resort that is in one of the most beautiful downland coastal areas you will find. The cliffs rise from the town up to Seaford Head offering fabulous cliff top walks towards Cuckmere Haven and the Seven Sisters, one of the most recognisable views in England. For golf lovers the course at Seaford Head is both challenging and stunning in its setting. This part of East Sussex is where the South Downs meet the sea en route to Beachy Head to the east.
The Seven Sisters Country Park and visitor centre at Cuckmere is a must for any visit. It takes the name of the famous cliffs, and comprises 280 hectares of chalk cliffs, the meandering river valley of the River Cuckmere and chalk grassland for visitors to enjoy. It is popular for a number of outdoor activities including birdwatching, cycling and canoeing. We carry a link to the country park from our Places to visit in East Sussex on our website so please take the time to read more.
Further east you will find the Belle Toute Lighthouse atop the cliffs close to Beachy Head. The South Downs Way passes immediately beside it. Decommissioned many years ago it was famously moved back in one piece from the cliff edge in 1999 following the constant coastal erosion of the cliffs. It was also the setting of a BBC mini-series in the 1980’s, the Life and Loves of a She-Devil. The famous Beachy Head lighthouse is just a mile further east on the end of the South Downs above the seaside resort of Eastbourne, part of the sunshine coast.
Two miles Inland from Seaford is the beautiful village of Alfriston in the heart of the Downs. The Clergy House in Alfriston was the very first property acquired by the National Trust in 1896 for the princely sum of £10. More up to date, Drusillas Zoo Park just two miles north of the village makes an excellent day out for families with young children. Details of both Drusillas and Alfriston Clergy House are featured on our website together with Newhaven Fort a fascinating Victorian Naval Fortress three miles to the west of Seaford.
Places to Visit
Seven Sisters Country Park
Alfriston Clergy House — National Trust
Drusillas
What's On
Eastbourne Airbourne — August
Nearby points of interest
- Seven Sisters Country Park
- Newhaven Fort
- Treasure Island Adventure Park
- Royal Pavilion
- Brighton Toy and Model Museum
- Beachy Head
- Brighton Beach
Reviews (8)
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S. Lane
This property was excellent, location brilliant, possibly one of the best holidays we have had, I can't praise the whole package highly enough
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Richard Poelvoorde
Very comfortable and well appointed cottage. In a good position in the town. We parked our car (permit provided) on arrival, and didn't use it again until we left for home. The bus stop is 2 minutes from the cottage,with buses every 10 mins to Brighton or Eastbourne.
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Parkes
Croft Cottage is so comfortable really ‘home from home’ and provided everything we needed. Excellent position for walking to the beach and cliffs. We have had wonderful weather and seen the area at its best including the most beautiful sunsets. Would love to come again.