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Lower Coastguard Cottage

Fairlight, Sussex
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Beach within easy reach
Cot available
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Soak up the atmosphere all year around in the conservatory
  • Marvel at the far reaching sea views from this property’s clifftop location
  • Be charmed by the characterful original coastguard’s cottage
Property code: OC-RH1077

What a stunning location - right on the cliff tops in the Hastings Country Park with far reaching sea views to the White Cliffs of Dover, Beachy Head and the twinkling night lights of France!! The park consists of over 650 acres in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty including ancient woodland and grassland with dramatic coastline and cliffs spanning seven miles and has a new visitor with a cafe only a 4 minute walk away. One of the original terraced coastguard cottages, the house has been lovingly renovated and with its high ceilings is spacious, characterful and with all the facilities you would expect - plus a bath with amazing views to Dungeness and beyond. Shop: 1.5 miles  Pub: 3 miles Coast: 0.1 mile

Ground Floor:
Open Plan Sitting/Dining Room with stripped wooden floorboards, working open fire and second fireplace with multi-fuel stove, original cupboards, three-seater sofa, double sofa, flat screen LCD TV/DVD, dining table, six chairs and French doors to conservatory and access to garden 
Kitchen with stripped wooden floors, low voltage lighting, wooden worktops, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, washing machine, electric oven and hob, microwave, glass fronted wall units for the extensive crockery, cutlery and kitchen equipment 
Cloakroom with washbasin and w.c

Easy carpeted stairs to...

First Floor landing:
Bedroom 1
with 5' double bed, which can be unzipped to form two small singles (2'6), bedside tables, dressing table and chair, built-in cupboard, original fireplace and superb views from the double windows
Bedroom 2 with a metal framed double bed, bedside tables, hooks with hangers and views across the rear garden
Bathroom with a shower over the bath, tiled floor and part walls, heated towel rail, shaver light, low voltage lighting, washbasin and w.c.

Easy carpeted stairs to.....

Second Floor:
Bedroom 3
with a super king-size bed which can be unzipped to form two singles if required, bedside tables, chest, clothes hooks and a roll top bath. Floor to ceiling Velux windows give amazing views to Dover and beyond whilst relaxing in the bath. The rear window has stunning views to Beachy Head

Garden: Fully enclosed. Garden furniture and barbecue.
Parking: For one car in drive and one by coal house in the lane.
Heating: Electric central heating, multi-fuel stove and open fireplace.
Also Provided: Incoming telephone. First basket of logs supplied.
Notes: Please contact housekeeper before arrival if you would like the beds required in a different arrangement than as specified above. Sleeps 6 as a maximum.

  • 3 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 2 doubles (the king-size and one of the double bedrooms have zipl-and-link beds that can be made up as twins on request)
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath plus additional bath and WC
  • Hob, oven, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Cot, highchair and stairgate available
  • Wood burner - first basket of logs provided
  • TV
  • Enclosed lawned garden
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Beach 0.1 miles, pub and shop 3 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Jackie Hammond

This property is personally managed by Jackie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 9 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Tracey 2nd March 2025

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Reviewed by Gill 30th June 2024

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A lovely holiday in a fantastic location.

Reviewed by Gay 7th May 2024

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I think it's expensive for what it is.

Reviewed by Lynne 29th April 2024

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Excellent location for lovely doggie walks and setting was so peaceful. Cottage was great just what we needed to get away and chill out.

Reviewed by Gill 23rd January 2024

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The cottage is in an amazing location and was warm and cosy. Its well equipped and has a lovely atmosphere. Weve booked a return visit already!

Reviewed by Michael 3rd September 2023

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Reviewed by Sandy 18th August 2023

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Reviewed by Astrid 26th July 2023

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Reviewed by Zoe 16th July 2023

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Location

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The Travel Chapter Limited trading as Original Cottages is an appointed representative of ITC Compliance Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (their registration number is 313486) and which is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts as an intermediary.
The Travel Chapter Limited trading as Original Cottages | 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.