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Kitchen with dining area
Cosy lounge area
The traditional sash window lets the light spill into the room
Quirky features throughout including exposed brickwork
Compact dining area
Double bedroom
Breakfast in bed
Single bedroom
Bathroom
Bathroom with separate shower enclosure
Pretty traditional cottage minutes from the sea
1 / 11  Kitchen with dining area
2 / 11  Cosy lounge area
3 / 11  The traditional sash window lets the light spill into the room
4 / 11  Quirky features throughout including exposed brickwork
5 / 11  Compact dining area
6 / 11  Double bedroom
7 / 11  Breakfast in bed
8 / 11  Single bedroom
9 / 11  Bathroom
10 / 11  Bathroom with separate shower enclosure
11 / 11  Pretty traditional cottage minutes from the sea

The Sail Loft - Eastbourne

Eastbourne, Sussex
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Sleeps 3
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Romantic
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Early 19c fishermen’s cottage with tiny enclosed courtyard
  • Located just seconds from the seafront and beach
  • Central location in Eastbourne, just a few minutes’ walk from the town centre shops
Property code: EHC20

This property is situated at the heart of the traditional seaside resort of Eastbourne, just across the road from the town’s wide shingle beach. The town’s restored Victorian pier is just a three-minute walk away with its nightclub, tea rooms, and fish and chip restaurant. Other attractions in the town include an interesting lifeboat museum, a seafront fort built during the Napoleonic Wars, and a fantastic outdoor sports centre, which offers tuition in stand-up paddle boarding, windsurfing, and even raft making. There is also a good range of both high-street and independent shops in the town, as well as a wide choice of pubs, restaurants, and cafes.

The front door of this attractive cottage opens directly into the cosy lounge. This room has a lovely traditional feel, thanks to the whitewashed cobblestone walls and low ceilings, and offers a comfortable sofa, armchair, and TV/DVD. Just off the lounge is a contemporary-style kitchen/diner which is equipped with an oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and washing machine, and has a folding dining table at one end. There is a downstairs cloakroom and a door from the kitchen leads out to the patio area, making it easy for guests to enjoy al fresco meals. Steep, narrow, cottage-style steps lead to the first floor where the first of the property’s two bedrooms is situated: a double room which has a wrought iron bedstead and has been charmingly styled to create a tranquil retreat. The bathroom is also located on this floor and offers a sumptuous roll-top bath, separate shower, and WC. A second set of steep turned stairs lead to a single room which is situated in the eaves of the house, and therefore has a low ceiling and some reduced head-height.

Outside, there is an enclosed courtyard with garden furniture accessed through a door from the kitchen. There is private parking space within a gated carpark 0.1 miles away.

  • 2 bedrooms: 1 double and 1 single
  • Bathroom with bath, separate shower, and WC
  • TV/DVD
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Kitchen - oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and washing machine
  • Private parking space within a gated carpark 0.1 miles away.
  • Pubs, shops, and beach within walking distance
  • Please note that the street outside this property is covered by CCTV for security purposes
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Jackie Hammond

This property is personally managed by Jackie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 15 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Lindsey 2nd May 2025

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We had a pleasant stay at The Sail Loft despite the gulls raiding the bins opposite the house. It was well situated for visiting Bible by the Beach, only 15 minutes walk from the Congress Theatre and close to the promenade, where we enjoyed some pleasant morning walks. It was really helpful that it included a free parking space. The house was beautRead moreifully decorated and well stocked. It was a shame the outdoor area wasn't usable, but there were plenty of benches near the beach to sit on. Hide

Reviewed by Phil 12th April 2025

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Reviewed by Annie 30th September 2024

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Sail Loft is a cute and cosy cottage well situated near the seafront and shops and cafes - it is very clean and comfortable with a well equipped kitchen and the major bonus of secure parking just a few yards away. The main downside is the alley where it is located - people do pass right outside the sitting room window but it wasn't particularly noiRead moresy and this could be helped by installing a venetian blind but the big issue is the bins and the rubbish which was strewn everywhere Hide

Reviewed by Tom 23rd September 2024

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Well appointed cottage in a good touristy area.

Reviewed by Doreen 14th September 2024

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Reviewed by John 7th September 2024

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Reviewed by Philip 31st August 2024

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Reviewed by Jane 29th July 2024

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Reviewed by Janet 6th November 2023

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The cottage was lovely with a warm and friendly atmosphere. Brilliant location and had everything we needed.

Reviewed by David 21st October 2023

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Reviewed by Daryl 16th October 2023

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A lot of trouble was taken to ensure everything went well. Good attention to detail.

Reviewed by Mary 4th October 2023

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Stayed at this home on a few occasions and have been thrilled with the house and location. The owner cannot be more accommodating and would highly recommend this beautiful home.

Reviewed by Mark 26th August 2023

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Reviewed by Carol 15th July 2023

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Reviewed by Zoe 26th May 2023

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My partner and I stayed here for a long weekend. We booked very last minute and Mrs Norris was incredibly helpful, giving me a couple of calls to check everything and letting us check out late. She was also brilliant to recommend us a few places - Harry Ramsden's for fish and chips + La Locanda Del Duca for awesome Italian food. The cottage is loveRead morely and cosy in a great location close to the sea, supermarket and town centre. We felt safe in the area, no issues with the alley. Highly recommend! Hide

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Location

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