Guests say
Pump House is a beautifully presented cottage in tranquil, scenic grounds, highly praised for its cleanliness, dog-friendly environment, and welcoming hosts. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable furnishings, and relaxing hot tub. The extensive gardens and woodland walks are a highlight, especially for dog owners. Thoughtful touches such as welcome gifts are frequently mentioned, though not guaranteed. Minor points raised include occasional issues with shower pressure, lighting, and garden access, but these do not detract from the overwhelmingly positive experience.
Cleanliness is consistently praised, with guests describing the property as spotless, exceptionally clean, and well maintained. No significant negative comments were found regarding cleanliness.
The location is highly rated for its peaceful setting, beautiful grounds, and proximity to local attractions and walks. Guests enjoy the rural tranquillity while still having easy access to the south coast and nearby towns.
Guests frequently mention comfortable beds, cosy living spaces, and a relaxing atmosphere. A few minor comments note less comfortable sofas and the downstairs toilet being less convenient at night, but overall comfort is rated very highly.
Facilities are well regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen, hot tub, washing machine, and secure garden for dogs. Some guests noted minor improvements such as shower pressure, lighting, and garden access, but these were not major issues.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome gifts (wine, milk, dog biscuits), friendly and helpful hosts, and personal assistance. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Hellingly 2.6 miles. This immaculately presented, superbly located, detached holiday home has its own hot tub and is set in the owner's 10 acre grounds overlooking the beautiful Sussex countryside close to the village of Hellingly. An ideal cottage for couples either looking for a romantic getaway or those wanting a longer holiday with lovely walks right from their doorstep, quaint villages with interesting histories to visit, coastal resorts within easy driving distance, or just a relaxing break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Luxuriously appointed throughout, Pump House has been transformed by the owners into a spacious, contemporary self-catering holiday cottage where guests can enjoy time together.
The open plan living area with its sumptuous seating is perfect for settling down with a good book and a glass of wine in the evening. The modern fitted kitchen with its well positioned breakfast bar lets you start the day enjoying the lovely views over the Sussex countryside. If you are bringing a dog with you on your holiday, then a place below the breakfast bar has been specially left large enough for any size of dog bed! The attractive bedroom also benefits from having a separate dressing room next door, so debating what to wear can be done in private, while your other half enjoys a longer lie-in.
Outside, guests have their own enclosed garden with views over glorious countryside, but adding even more appeal is the hot tub where you can relax, chat and enjoy all that this very special place has to offer. Enjoy a long day exploring the sights and sounds of this part of Sussex, walk the Cuckoo Trail winding its way along 14 miles of the former Cuckoo Line railway track, clamber over castle ruins at Hastings or Rye, visit the gardens and grounds at Herstmonceux castle, take in the site of the majestic Battle Abbey, or maybe just have a relaxing paddle at Bexhill-on-Sea.
Pump House is the perfect holiday cottage at anytime of year.
Hellingly is a quiet village in the heart of Sussex ideally situated for exploring the Sussex countryside and the coast. The most important part of the village is its church which was started in 1190 and has been built on the only remaining undamaged ciric in Sussex. A ciric is a circular Celtic burial ground, built above ground to ensure the graves are kept dry. This location is particularly popular with walkers and cyclists due to the famous Cuckoo Trail.
Accommodation
One king-size double bedroom.
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, breakfast bar and sitting area.
Oil central heating with underfloor heating on ground floor.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, Smart TV with Freeview, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 1 car only.
Enclosed lawned garden with furniture.
Patio area with hot tub and BBQ.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2 miles, pub 1.5 miles.
Note: Babes-in-arms only.
Note: There is a lake in the owner's grounds nearby, dogs to be supervised.
Please Note: The owner is open to allowing additional dogs on request (please call us on 01244345700).
Note: This property doesn't accept cats.
Nearby points of interest
- Battle Abbey & Battlefield
- Amberley Castle
- Treasure Island Adventure Park
- Seven Sisters Country Park
- Newhaven Fort
- Beachy Head
Reviews (126)
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Evelyn
Fourth year so far and canât recommend enough. Lovely owners who are there if you need them but otherwise let you get on with it. Spacious open plan accommodation downstairs with a particularly comfortable settee. Big TV with lots of apps and channels and (we found) very reliable WiFi. Kitchen fully equipped with all modern appliances. Lovely airy bedroom with comfortable bed overlooking large grounds perfect for walking your dog/s last thing. A few steps from the front door takes you to a worry free, secure garden for your dog/s with a picnic table, barbecue and whirly gig. The spa bath which is wonderful for relaxing after a hard dayâs sightseeing is very easy to use and kept scrupulously clean by owners. Rural but very handy for main roads to access beaches, towns and tourist spots. Canât recommend enough.
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Paul
There is a small enclosed garden for you and your dog to sit out in, and you also have access to the owners adjacent 10 acre of garden and woodland to exercise your dog, plus there are local footpath walks from the cottage. We would happily book again should we be visiting the area.
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Stuart
Itâs a really charming little place and perfect for a relaxing break. One of the highlights for us was the surrounding walks â there are plenty of beautiful routes right on the doorstep, and our little dog Millie absolutely loved having so much space to run around and explore. The property itself was cosy and comfortable. The owners were also very nice and welcoming, especially Mick, who was very chatty and shared some really interesting facts and stories, which added a nice personal touch to our stay. Our only small criticism would be the lighting. It felt like it was either very bright with all the lights on or a bit too dark with them off. An uplight behind the sofa or in one of the corners would make a big difference and help create a nicer level of lighting in the evenings. The downstairs toilet can also be a little inconvenient when youâre upstairs in bed and need to use it during the night. We also felt the small room upstairs might have been more useful as a toilet rather than a wardrobe space. The shower also lacked a bit of power as it isnât a power shower, which could potentially be improved. Itâs also worth noting that you need to step into the bath to use it, which could be a little awkward for elderly guests. Overall though, we had a really lovely stay and itâs a sweet little place in a great location, especially if youâre bringing a dog along.