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A beautiful 15th century country cottage near Mayfield with stunning views

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Back of Bibleham with Magnolia Tree
Exterior
Back of house with first lawn
View from the middle of garden to top
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 102010 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Mayfield, East Sussex
  • Wadhurst Castle
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • High Weald
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Bewl Water
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

A beautiful 15th century country cottage near Mayfield with stunning views

Bibleham is a beautiful, comfortable and cosy country cottage in one of the most scenic parts of South East England, ideal for a relaxing vacation. Private and secluded off a country lane with very large gardens and magnificent views. It sleeps up to 10 people in 4 Bedrooms and there is ample parking at the front.

Low beamed ceilings and antique furniture. Oak panelled dining room . Fully equipped kitchen with electric oven/grill, ceramic hob, microwave, dishwasher, table. Adjacent hall/store room with with Belfast sink, larder cupboards, 1 large fridge/freezer.

A large games room with Table Tennis table, darts board and washing machine. Spacious Sitting Room with spectacular 15th Century inglenook fireplace, large settee, several armchairs and CD/radio player/bluetooth speakers. A separate lounge/snug with 42 inch flat screen TV, DVD and large L shape sofa.

There is a lovely barbecue and sitting area outside for the warmer months, with a firepit available as well.

There are two bathrooms upstairs - one with a bath and the other with a power shower. There is also a downstairs loo.

4 bedrooms upstairs with comfortable beds, 2 with king size double beds and 2 twins - one twin room has 2 roll out beds.

The garden is really well kept and has some spectacular views over the local countryside. You will find some garden sports equipment to keep everyone entertained including croquet and badminton. There is a large swimming pool (open end of May to mid September) at the bottom of the garden which is heated by an air source heat pump. There is also a large swimming pool hut for changing, and the big room has a full sized pub requisitioned pool table.

If you want to venture out for walks, the owners have mapped a few nice ones of different distances, or you can just walk as it is all beautiful in the area - with lots of woods, lakes and public footpaths.

There are golf courses nearby, a vineyard, Rudyard Kipling's house, Batemans to visit and all that the East Sussex countryside has to offer. Bibleham is also approximately 45 minutes from the coast.

The nearest village is Mayfield, and that has one of the best restaurants in the area - The Middle House. It has several others as well, and is one of The Times villages of the year for 2017 - a very attractive place.

Property manager

Melanie Allcock and Phillipa Shearer

Languages

English
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mayfield

Located in Mayfield, this cottage is in a rural area. Crowborough Country Park and High Weald reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Tinkers Park and Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest. Spa Valley Railway and Blackstock Farm are also worth visiting. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Mayfield, East Sussex

What's nearby

  • Wadhurst Castle - 12 min drive - 11.1 km
  • High Weald - 17 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Scotney Castle - 20 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Bodiam Castle - 20 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Bewl Water - 21 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Wadhurst Stonegate Station - 11 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Half Moon Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Wheel Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Rose & Crown - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Rose & Crown - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A beautiful 15th century country cottage near Mayfield with stunning views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is A beautiful 15th century country cottage near Mayfield with stunning views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A beautiful 15th century country cottage near Mayfield with stunning views?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at A beautiful 15th century country cottage near Mayfield with stunning views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A beautiful 15th century country cottage near Mayfield with stunning views located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of River Rother, Bateman's and Tinkers Park. Wadhurst Castle and Wilderness Wood are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay at Bibleham

Had a great time, lovely house, cosy rooms, lovely fire, plenty to do -swimming, Sauna ,cards,games. Local amenities, handy to larger towns and the coast - Highly recommended !!!!!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely relaxing week

We loved staying in Mayfield and enjoying the garden and pool, which was a highlight with the teenagers as the weather was so good. The hosts laid out really clear instructions to help our stay go smoothly. There was everything we could possibly need and the beds were very comfy. We would recommend this place to others and would love to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Bibleham

Great outdoor and indoor activities - we were blessed with great weather. So peaceful and a huge garden and large pool. House is full of character with low ceilings and wonky floors but it is 15th century ! We all had a fabulous time :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Setting & Garden Facilities

Beautiful setting and location, totally still and rural; exceptional garden facilities for our games mad family with so many options, and the bonus of a swimming pool. Delightful hosts who couldn't have been more responsive.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Holiday

We thoroughly enjoyed our time here, the pictures do not do it justice. The garden was huge which the boys loved. Only moan was the gardener started mowing the lawns at 8am which woke everyone and we advised the owner. Otherwise I would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silvia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter Getaway

We, 6 adults & 3 children, loved the house and gardens and there was a lot of activities on offer such as table tennis, darts, crocket, football, table games, etc. The kitchen facilities were very good and we loved the cosy kitchen, dinning & TV room. The living room was great and we played a few 'Articulate' games which was enjoyable. The shops were not too far away and dinning out in Mayfield was also fabulous. The only draw back was the weather. We had only 2-3 good sunny days during the week's stay but we made the most of it. Bibleham house is certainly a lovely place to stay at.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Beautiful, peaceful family home

We had a wonderful stay in Bibleham. The garden was spectacular with all the rhododendrons and azaleas out. There was plenty of room for the whole family and so much cutlery and crockery. Beds were very comfortable but low beams caught us out several times! Thank you for providing a travel cot. The house was a great base for the family to get to a wedding nearby. We enjoyed the pool and the trampoline and the wonderful views. It was such a peaceful place to be.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2016

8/10 Good

Jane and David S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

October Half Term

The views were stunning. The cottage was quaint and cosy. The pool cannot be heated at this time of year to an adequate temperature and therefore unless you have wet suits or like wild water swimming, the pool is far too cold. The pool table and table tennis table were great assets for rainy days and a great source of entertainment for everyone. The open fireplace was a great bonus and the property is large enough so that everybody can find their own space.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bas t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heerlijk verblijf

Fantastisch mooie woning met ontzettend veel karakter en een heerlijke tuin. Omgeving is erg rustig en goed geschikt voor wandelingen.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great week in Mayfield

A great property and lovely gardens, with a fantastic view in a quiet location. The house is readily accessible as long as you don’t mind narrow roads. Not a property for the taller person but you do only tend to bang your head the once :) The option to have an open fire was lovely but we had a warm week for October so only used it a few nights. The house is very warm and beds comfortable. There was plenty of room for five of us plus our three dogs and the stable door in the kitchen is very useful when they had wet feet. We were hoping to be able to use the pool but the winter cover would have made this too difficult. Plenty to visit in the vicinity. We did have occasion to speak to the owners who were both lovely. It is fantastically dark in the evenings but we didn’t use the telescope and should have done in hindsight as we had a few nice clear evenings.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Laura W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

out of the way cottage

We had a good holiday at the cottage. It's a quirky property with a huge garden. There were lots of trees and shade to sit in and fabulous views. I watered what I could in the garden to keep it beautiful for the next people. We appreciated the swimming pool as we were there in the hottest July ever! We had some great games of pool too. The preparation of the house prior to our arrival was disappointing. The property had clearly been empty for a bit and every beam, every doorway and every corner was covered in cobwebs and spiders including the wardrobes and around the legs of tables and chairs so I spent a couple of hours vacuuming so that the family didn't have cobwebs in their hair and spiders in their clothes. The kitchen was well equipped but with a ceiling height of 6' we didn't spend alot of time in it because most of the family couldn't stand up straight in it. The tables and chairs outside were good for al fresco. We didn't use the bbq as it was still full of the debris from someone else's bbq. The wifi which runs off a mobile booster worked well for us and a couple of essential Teams meetings were fine. There were a few strips of leather on some of the doorways to indicate how low they were but we all came a cropper a few times on the very low headroom. The house had lots of decorative things in it - pictures and ornaments and shelves of books to make it homely. Overall we had a good holiday but the low beams were just too low for us.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house and gardens

Had a lovely time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

April'22

This property was ideal for our party aged 8yrs-70yrs. The secure garden is magnificent with plenty of room for family games of cricket, football,easter egg hunt plus outdoor dining and relaxing. We were too early to use the swimming pool but had endless use of the table tennis and pool tables. The kitchen was well equipped , beds all very comfortable and clean. We had a wonderful week and would definitely book to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bridget P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location

Lovely old house in a quiet countryside setting. Fabulous garden, comfortable beds. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family holiday home

Great location and facilities, everything had been thought of to make a wonderful family holiday - with a pool! Communication with owners was good making for a worry free holiday. Thank you for having us, we will be recommending you.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

James f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

country retreat

Charming, characterful and peaceful home in the Sussex country side. Idyllic setting.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home with incredible garden

Fantastic location, with extensive grounds to keep my boys and dog occupied all day long. Stunning area to explore. Kitchen well eqipped, comfy beds and good hot shower. Everything we could have wanted. We hope to come back. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay thank you so much. Beautiful property well equipped and stunning grounds.

Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Nick G., London/England

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place and stunning garden and views

Peaceful and spacious accommodation with an outstanding garden area to be enjoyed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jackie Louise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

Beautiful quaint cottage with large grounds and beautiful scenery. Great communication with the hosts. They were ever so helpful. The kitchen had plenty of utilities and dishes and tray/pots/pans etc for a large group. Plenty of things to do and rooms clean and comfortable. Was a lot bigger than what we expected. The pool was a nice, but probabaly didn’t seem as clean as we would of liked. Also had an issue with showers and hot water. Was quite difficult to get hot water. But we didn’t mind too much as it was warm weather. Overall great stay and will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous cottage for weekend break

We had a really lovely stay in this cottage. It was clean and had everything we needed. Despite the weather being stormy and rainy, we made full use of the open fire and the kids loved the table tennis room. It was a perfect venue and we’d definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maureen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beutiful House and location

Enjoyed our stay very much . The property is full of character. gardens a scenery stunning if you want to get away and chill this is the place.

8/10 Good

Emmanuel V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

400 years old cottage

Really enjoyed the chimney and the impressive garden with a nice view. There were enough toys to keep the kids busy (cars, games, ping pong, goals...). An authentic family cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sam L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect English getaway

We have 2 young children and were looking for a short break or too far from London - we saw this advertised and made various child-related enquiries. Philippa and Melanie couldn't have been more accommodating of our various questions and requests and were helpful each time. When we finally arrived at the house, it exceeded all expectations- the pictures don’t do it justice! The garden (which is ENORMOUS) is beautiful with plenty to keep the kids occupied and the pool is exquisite - fully enclosed and safe, in fantastic condition, heated (always useful in England) and massive - the kids couldn’t get in it quickly enough! The bedrooms are lovely and the balance of a cottage feel is struck without being impractical and ‘oldy’ - the heating and it water worked perfectly, the beds were extremely comfortable and the kitchen very well equipped (the WIFI was slow, but we had phone signal so it wasn’t a problem.) The local area is beautiful - lots to do whether with or without children of all ages and quaint village after quaint village means you feel as isolated from civilisation as you could ask to be. We will certainly be coming back and will be bringing friends, too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

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