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The Stables at Skelcrosse

Hawkhurst, Kent
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Romantic
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Single-storey stable conversion on private grounds in the High Weald National Landscape
  • Soak in stunning far-reaching views across the adjoining fields and countryside beyond
  • Catch some rays and dine alfresco on the suntrap terrace
Property code: OC-CB665

This lovely single storey stable conversion has stunning far reaching views across the adjoining fields and beyond. The property is in the owners' grounds in a quiet and tranquil spot in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and set apart from the owners' house with its own private garden and parking.  The open plan living area is spacious, light filled with a calming interior and has been beautifully decorated and furnished to ensure a comfortable home from home with a well-equipped kitchen and a large en-suite shower room with a Jack and Jill entrance. There are many lovely touches at this property, but the view is the real winner and you can enjoy this all year round whether you are inside the property or outside sitting on the terrace.  Hawkhurst is easily accessible and features a colonnade of independent shops, it is also located close to the border of East Sussex, making this a great base for exploring both the countryside and the coastline.  Shop: 2 miles  Pub: 2 miles  Coast: 20 miles

We love this property for its far reaching and stunning views across the countryside.

All accommodation is set out over the ground floor.

Open plan living area with underfloor heating
Seating area has a 2 seater sofa and 2 armchairs, coffee table, television with Freeview.  Dining area has a table and seating for 4, a desk and chair and a bookcase.  There is a daybed which can be used for an extra child
Kitchen area is fully equipped with a range of base units, electric oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge with ice box.  There is a washer/dryer housed in the hall cupboard.
Bedroom has a zip and link super king size bed with 2 single anti-allergenic duvets and pillows, built-in wardrobe, dressing table with mirror and stool.  En-suite shower room has a large walk-in shower, heated towel rail, washbasin and w.c.  
Garden:  Paved terrace with outside table and chairs and countryside views as far as the eye can see.  There is a grass slope down to the fence and steps from the terrace to the side gate
Heating: Underfloor heating sourced by air pump 
Parking: Private parking next to the property
Provided: WiFi
This is a non-smoking property and does not accept pets

Out and About:

There is daily shopping at the colonnade in Hawkhurst with a butchers, bakers, chemist, Tesco and Waitrose. There is also The Kino, a digital cinema serving great selection of snacks, coffee and cake. It is also a great area for foodie pubs serving local produce and selling award winning Kentish wines and beers.  Locally there are ancient castles and historic houses; Bodiam, Scotney and Sissinghurst as well as famous gardens including Great Dixter and Pashley Manor to visit.  Hawkhurst is located on the border of Kent and East Sussex which makes it easy to visit a wide variety of villages and towns including historic Rye and Camber Sands and the Wealden town of Tenterden, home to the Kent and East Sussex Steam Railway.  There are a couple of golf courses locally and fishing lakes.  The north Kent coast and Canterbury are all easily accessible by road or train. Staplehurst (20 mins) has a mainline station for London or Canterbury and Etchingham (7 mins) for Tunbridge Wells or Hastings.  Royal Tunbridge Wells has many shops, restaurants and bars. The colonnaded walkway known as The Pantiles has art galleries, shops, open-air cafes, restaurants and bars where you can normally enjoy free Jazz every Thursday on summer evenings. 

  • 1 twin zip-and-link bedroom (can be made up as a king-size on request)
  • Sleeps 2 + 1 child: 1 daybed in the open-plan living area
  • 1 Jack and Jill en-suite shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, dishwasher, and fridge with icebox
  • Utility cupboard with washer/dryer
  • Underfloor heating
  • Smart TV
  • Enclosed garden with a paved terrace with outside table and chairs, and an area of lawn
  • Private parking
  • Pub and shop 2 miles, beach 20 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Joice Wisdom

This property is personally managed by Joice.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

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Reviewed by Ewald 5th October 2025

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Reviewed by Yvonne 2nd September 2025

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Beautiful property, clean, spacious, well equipped, the view from the patio was amazing, very peaceful location. Very well situated to travel to major towns and attractions within 30 mile radius, i.e Canterbury, Rye, Whitstable and Royal Tunbridge Wells. Would definitely recommend a stay here.

Reviewed by Heather 6th July 2025

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WOW, what a view! A wonderful setting for our week at The Stables which we very much enjoyed, we made the most of the terrace whenever the wind allowed. Very convenient for visiting lots of NT and English Heritage places which we thoroughly enjoyed. Very clean with everything we needed in the kitchen for our week away. Would certainly return asRead more such a convenient base and there's a lot more of the area still to visit.. Hide

Reviewed by Gary 5th July 2025

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Beautiful cottage with fantastic views from the patio. Lovely and clean and perfectly maintained.

Reviewed by Linda 10th May 2025

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The Stables is a lovely cosy, comfy retreat from the world. Surrounded by countryside and sheep, it's so peaceful. A welcome slice of sanity, and just what I needed! Rosemary the owner, is very kind and helpful, I can't wait to go back. in fact I've already booked to go again in August. Can't fault it in any way.

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Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.