Coastguard Cottage With Sea Views

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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

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Dryer
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Barbecue grill
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Parking available
Pet-friendly

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fairlight, east sussex

Hastings Country Park
‪1 min walk‬
Hastings Castle
‪8 min drive‬
Hastings Pier
‪9 min drive‬
Lydd (LYX)
‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

This victorian coast guard cottage sits high on top of the cliff in acres of country parkland. With spectacular views from every window ! A paradise for walkers, ( and dogs ! ) it also has the benefit of being 10 mins drive from Hastings Old Town with its famous fishing community, eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, beach and rail link to London and Brighton.
15 mins in the other direction takes you to the beautiful clique port town of Rye and the white sand beach at Camber beyond.
The new visitor centre in the country park , is a stroll away, good for breakfast or light lunch .
“The Cove “ is a 20 min walk across the cliff top into Fairlight village. A very good foodie pub, using local produce and serving local beer, it has something for everyone with lovely atmosphere.

Property manager

Karen Harrison

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hastings

Located in Hastings, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Hastings Castle and The America Ground are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Adventure Golf Hastings and Hastings Pier. Travelling with kids? Consider East Hill Lift and Alexandra Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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fairlight, east sussex

What's nearby

Hastings Country Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
East Hill Lift - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
Hastings Castle - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
White Rock Theatre - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
Hastings Pier - 9 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

Hastings Three Oaks Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Dolphin Inn - ‬7 min drive
‪Rock a Nore Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
‪The Crown Inn - ‬7 min drive
‪First in Last Out - ‬7 min drive
‪The Lord Nelson - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Coastguard Cottage With Sea Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Coastguard Cottage With Sea Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastguard Cottage With Sea Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Coastguard Cottage With Sea Views located?

This family-friendly Hastings cottage is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Hastings Country Park and Mallydams Woods. East Hill Lift and Blue Reef Aquarium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Melanie R.

15 Feb 2025

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

Lovely cottage with great views

We found the cottage to be very comfortable and well equipped. Great walks direct from the front door especially to The Cove for a very enjoyable early dinner. We all agreed it is one of the nicest places we have stayed in. We would love to return in the summer to really explore the area and see the views on sunny days.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

24 Jan 2025

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

Coastguard Cottage

Well located, thoughtfully renovated and very comfortable. Ideal if you have a dog

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz b.

8 Jan 2025

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

Lovely

Fab views, warm cosy cottage , a real dog owners delight as you and your pup can walk straight out onto the nature reserve. Seals, whales, birds and stars . Highly recommend

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle C.

1 Jan 2025

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

Lovely stay

We stayed over the new years break. Karen left us some delicious truffles and bubbly which was thoughtful! Communication with Karen was great from the beginning. Pictures doesn’t do the cottage justice it was much bigger than I thought. Unfortunately my husband and I caught a cold so we weren’t feeling up for exploring but our friends did and lived Rye. The views were picturesque but when it’s windy you know about it! Would definitely recommend! Thank you Karen

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

7 Dec 2024

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

Unique

Waking up to see coastline in the distance and Calais on a clear day is amazing. Winchelsea and Rye are nearby - country walks too

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa P.

17 Nov 2024

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

Lovely property

Lovely four days in the cottage. Excellent position for walking. Well equipped. Beds were extremely comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

9 Nov 2024

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

Coastguard View

A pleasant stay with a view over the coast.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian D.

8 Oct 2024

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Very comfy and homely

The cottage is very comfortable, with everything included for an enjoyable and relaxing stay. We really didn’t want to leave. The kitchen is very well-equipped as is the rest of the cottage. It’s in a lovely location with fine walks and stupendous sunrises.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ilze S.

1 Sept 2024

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

Charming cottage

Amazing landscapes, nice, very charming cottage.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

simon r.

3 Aug 2024

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

4 Firehills Cottage

A fabulous unique property with views to die for, this well equipped cottage has everything you need for a short break or holiday. Karen has done everything you need to enjoy your stay. The cottage 'handbook' is the best we've seen, giving you all the information you need or would ask, and a few places to visit too. Parking is outside the cottage on the drive and entrance through the front door you have a galley style kitchen with everything you need, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and a coffee machine. To the right you have a living room/dining room and downstairs toilet and conservatory leading to a lovely cottage style garden. The garden has a shed with clothes airers and garden furniture in, Further down is a bench style table and BBQ. Most mornings we had a rabbit in the garden eating the grass! The second floor of the cottage has two big bedrooms and the bathroom. What gives the cottage the ultimate wow factor is the loft conversion. There is a huge bed, victorian style bath with handheld shower attachments, dormer windows looking west across the coast to Eastbourne and Beachy Head. The two big veluxes on the other side give you views eastwards across the bay to Dungeness, and on the clear days across to France. You can sit for hours watching ships up and down the channel. We had a couple of nights of storms that we sat and watched. Truly impressive! I can't not finish this review without saying that the neighbours were lovely too!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

30 Jun 2024

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

Beautiful house and location.

This was a lovely long weekend away for my birthday. The photos do not do this property justice. The location is beautiful and the views down the coast from either side of the house are stunning. There was plenty of space for myself, my husband, my son my mother and my sister along with two spaniels. Karen kindly provided a Stairgate as we never let our dogs upstairs and there was plenty of room in the dining area section for the dogs to sleep their crate. The whole area is wonderful dog walking country with lots of footpaths and stunning views. There are also lots of rabbits so should you have a rabbit happy dog You may need a little more work keep them under control! Our dogs Were very keen to get out of the garden to chase said rabbits and one of them did manage it but I have told Karen about the hole in the fence and I have absolute confidence that she will secure this as Karen has been incredibly communicative and very helpful. There are lots of stairs in this property and the beautiful main bedroom at the top does have sloping ceilings near the bed so you just have to remember that! Thank you, Karen for a lovely stay And it would be lovely to come back one day.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

28 Jun 2024

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Peaceful getaway

Wonderfully situated in countryside near cliffs with far views in all directions. Close to nature, sea air and peace. Easy access, parking, well-appointed cottage, friendly neighbour and welcoming host made for a care-free time. We were blessed with the finest weather this year yet, which was a delightful bonus. Would be happy to return for a longer stay and recommend to others.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jane A.

9 Apr 2024

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

Relaxing stay in cosy cottage

We spent 3 nights in this lovely cottage within the country Park, the cottage is incredibly well equipped in the kitchen , the views are amazing, all the way along the coast, Pett levels, Rye, Camber sands, Dungeness and in one particularly clear night France! Karen responded to queries immediately and was an excellent host. I certainly recommend this cottage.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

26 Mar 2024

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

A fantastic location on the cliffs

We had a great 4 night stay at this property. The location was unusual with outstanding views across the cliffs in both directions for miles. Great walks on the doorstep but near enough to Hastings and Rye that there were towns within striking distance. The cottage was well equipped and had everything anyone could need. It was also lovely to have our own parking space which made arrival and departure very easy. We were comfortable in spite of howling winds outside and equipment for cooking was great. What is listed as a third bathroom is a bath in the third bedroom and this would not be suitable for older visitors or anyone with a disability. As there were only two of us we were fine using the bathroom on the middle floor and would highly recommend the cottage as a holiday destination.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy D.

5 Mar 2024

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Great retreat

Peace &quiet

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola H.

18 Feb 2024

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Lovely few days in unusual property well described & cared for.

Comfortable and well supplied. Only very very slight gripes- the light over the bathroom mirror didn’t work; and only the one smaller size saucepan with lid didn’t seem quite enough! Everything else was beautifully supplied, clean and well chosen! We loved the location, quiet and spectacular and the neighbours were friendly too.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen P.

1 Feb 2024

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

Birthday Long Weekend

The Coastguard cottage was much bigger than we thought from the pictures on the internet. We could have done with more hot water as there was 6 of us and 4 would have liked a bath. the log burner was great really cosy and warm. The National reserve was lovely great walks and scenery.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne M.

4 Jan 2024

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Perfect Break

The property is a beautiful old house with high ceilings and stunning views of the area around it. Set off on a very quiet road. The house is well maintained and had all the amenities that we needed. Also a lovely touch of a bottle of bubbles as we were staying over New Years Eve. The only thing we didn't realise when booking that the third bathroom is a bath tub in the top floor room as appose to an actual bathroom/ ensuite, but that was maybe down to us not checking the listing properly. It was perfect for our little break and would higly recommend

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D., chichester, UK

27 Dec 2023

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

Fabulous location!

Cosy and rustic cottage with everything you need for an enjoyable holiday. Amazing views and walks on your doorstep. Great pub in the village close by.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

6 Nov 2023

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Wonderful property, amazing location, relaxing break

We loved Karen's house, it is beautifully appointed and in the most amazing location. We would definitely recommend and would definitely visit again in the future. The house has loads of light and is very comfortable and well equipped.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher A.

16 Oct 2023

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One of the best places we've ever stayed

Apart from the fabulous views, the property was very well equipped, comfortable and we enjoyed every minute of our stay. We invited family over for a celebration lunch and it all went very well. We had no idea we were virtually inside a gorgeous nature reserve, which was the icing on the cake. Thank you so much.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN B.

10 Oct 2023

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

Awesome location

A delightful cottage in an awesome location with spectacular views. It is all about the views with this property. We will definitely return!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy D.

28 Aug 2023

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Paradise

3 visit, already booked the 4th

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy D.

12 Jun 2023

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

Fairlight

Wonderful, perfect relaxing break

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

28 Oct 2022

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

Marvellous Victorian cottage with a lot of original features, comfortable and very well laid out.

Perfect for bus to Hastings, a walk along the cliff path and a bosrd games day indoors

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Karen Harrison

Our family bought the cottage eight years ago, Over the years we fell in love with the area and have now moved to Hastings old town ! As our children are now grown up . it has lots to do ... has a very village neighbourly feeling ..great pubs and good food ...as well as great vintage shops where a bargain can still be found!!! But for peace and tranquility and the views you can't beat the cottage and I still find my self staring out of windows entranced..... On a clear night you can see the lights of France twinkling across the sea. 'Stanley our dog is in heaven chasing rabbits along the cliff top, and the birds across the beach. One day we may retire to the cottage but for now we are happy to share our little piece of heaven with you !

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

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