Herstmonceux cottages

Herstmonceux holiday cottages 

Set in the heart of 1066 Country, our Herstmonceux cottages offer a fascinating base for your holiday in East Sussex. Located on the fringe of the High Weald National Landscape, Herstmonceux is famous for its castle and Observatory Science Centre. This is a village with many claims to fame, being also close to two Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), Herstmonceux Park and the Pevensey Levels. Plus, you can be confident of having all the essentials close at hand, with a variety of antiques and independent shops, pubs, restaurants and tearooms dotted amongst the picturesque cottages and townhouses. Whether you’re seeking a romantic retreat in a self-catering holiday cottage, a family-friendly break or a getaway with friends, this is a superb destination for all ages and interests.

Set amid 300 acres of beautifully manicured woodlands and gardens, Herstmonceux Castle embodies the romance of Renaissance Europe. This magnificent moated castle was originally built as a palatial family residence for Sir Roger Fiennes, treasurer to King Henry VI. One of the oldest redbrick buildings in the UK, it shares the estate with the Observatory Science Centre, once home to the Royal Greenwich Observatory, where visitors can experience the awe and wonder of the night sky. By choosing to stay at a Herstmonceux holiday cottage, you’ll be close to many other popular attractions, such as Pevensey Levels, Battle Abbey (site of the 1066 Battle of Hastings) and the seaside towns of Bexhill-on-Sea and Hastings. For more inspiration, browse our full Sussex cottages collection. Find your dream East Sussex holiday from our collection of Herstmonceux cottages, holiday homes and self-catering accommodation.